Padan Fain — aliases: the peddler, Master Fain
Padan Fain drives his wagon into Emond's Field, delighting in the attention of the villagers before delivering sensational news of a False Dragon in Ghealdan who can channel the One Power. He calmly fields questions from the crowd and the Village Council, claiming that Aes Sedai are pursuing this man, before being escorted inside the inn by Bran and Tam while his horses are led away.
Padan Fain — aliases: Master Fain
Padan Fain remains inside the Winespring Inn, enjoying mulled wine and avoiding the cold Green while the villagers watch the gleeman.
Fain / Padan Fain / Padan — aliases: the peddler
Fain is spotted by Rand in the crowd, panics about Whitecloaks and Aes Sedai, promises secrecy to Rand, and flees through the streets.
Fain / Padan Fain — aliases: peddler, madman
Padan Fain is brought into the study in ragged, filthy condition, initially acting like a pitiful beggar. He suddenly shifts demeanor, claiming to be a servant of Ba'alzamon and asserting his ability to defeat the Dark One. Moiraine identifies his corruption and takes him away for questioning.