Elayne
A novice with reddish-gold hair, Elayne is assigned to guide Egwene. She discusses the rules of the Tower, her background as Daughter-Heir of Andor, and her ability to channel. She introduces Egwene to Min, Galad, and her brother Gawyn, and is later scolded by Elaida for speaking out of turn.
Elayne — aliases: Daughter-Heir of Andor, Daughter-Heir
Elayne enters the room bringing news of King Galldrian’s death and Logain’s distress. She joins the channeling practice, reveals her own fears of the Aes Sedai training, and firmly insists on accompanying the group to Toman Head.
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Elayne disguises herself in a blue dress, rides her bay mare, and intervenes when Liandrin confronts the group. She explains that they overheard Liandrin's conversation, travels through the Waygate, and later teases Egwene about her romantic feelings for Rand.
Elayne — aliases: Daughter-Heir
Elayne escapes the Seanchan soldiers by hiding behind a tree until Nynaeve finds her. She expresses guilt over her cowardice but agrees to Nynaeve's plan to ride to Falme, mounting behind Nynaeve on a mare to pursue the Seanchan column.
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Elayne accompanies Nynaeve through the crowded streets of Falme, wearing a sheepskin coat and hiding stolen apples in her pockets. She expresses contempt for the Falmen's submission to the Seanchan and defends her thievery as necessary for their survival, later agreeing to Nynaeve's watch post while worrying about their dwindling resources.
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Elayne escapes the Seanchan ambush and joins Nynaeve and Min, expressing her wish for armed assistance to rescue Egwene. She travels with them to the inn and helps Nynaeve persuade Domon, standing by while the captain shares his grim experiences with the collars.
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Elayne participates in the ambush of the sul'dam and reluctantly agrees to wear the dyed damane dress to serve as the captive. She picks up the silver leash, prepares to follow Nynaeve, and shows forced calmness about the dangerous mission.
Elayne
Elayne accompanies Nynaeve and Min into the damane quarters, helps free Egwene, and wears a dyed dress to blend in. She expresses a desire to kill the Seanchan and helps the group escape the city by running from the pursuing soldiers.