Rand al'Thor
Chapter 2 - Saidin
Rand — aliases: the Dragon Reborn, Lord Dragon
Rand emerges from Moiraine’s hut to accept the devotion of his Shienaran followers before disappearing into the trees. He later retreats to a secluded vale where he confesses his fear of Saidin’s taint and his duty to the Last Battle, accidentally unleashing a massive earth tremor through his power before brooding alone.
Chapter 3 - News from the Plain
Rand
Rand is observed as a dim shape slipping between the trees toward his hut after the events of the day. He is described as refusing to eat dinner due to the way others look at him.
Chapter 5 - Nightmares Walking
Rand — aliases: the Dragon Reborn, sheepherder
Rand struggles to channel Saidin during the battle, setting trees on fire instead of stopping the attack, and later suffers from a reopened wound at Falme which Moiraine heals, leading him to resolve to fight despite his fears.
Chapter 9 - Wolf Dreams
Rand
Rand hides under trees in the night, watching a waist-high dog approach. He channels Saidin to destroy the dog, struggles with the taint and nausea, and then continues his eastward journey toward Tear while ignoring the howls of other dogs.