Rand al'Thor
Chapter 8 - Whirlpools of Color
Rand / Rand al'Thor
Appears in Perrin's sudden vision sitting on the ground facing Nynaeve, indicating he is handling a massive surge of saidin that threatens to overwhelm everyone nearby.
Chapter 23 - Ornaments
Rand / al'Thor
Paces his room discussing Seanchan tactics while staggering slightly, hinting at saidin use. His face remains carved from stone with cold, weary eyes after Shadar Logoth, noting that events will not wait for him.
Chapter 24 - A Strengthening Storm
Rand / al'Thor — aliases: sheepherder
Struggles with Lews Therin's voice and his lingering Shadar Logoth wounds while channeling saidin feels clean but nauseous; decides to send Bashere, Logain, and Loial on a secret mission to negotiate a truce with the Seanchan.