Jain Farstrider

Chapter 9 - Blood in the Air

Noal

Confirms Olver's safety after finding him asleep during the attack, then joins Mat and Thom in planning their escape from the camp.

Chapter 22 - The End of a Legend

Noal

Joins Mat in a tavern to help prepare for the Tower of Ghenjei expedition, gathering iron knives, chains, and other supplies while discussing the dangers of the creatures inside.

Chapter 52 - Boots

Noal

Mentioned by Matrim as another companion slated to join the expedition to the Tower of Ghenjei.

Chapter 53 - Gateways

Noal

Carries a lantern and staff into the Tower of Ghenjei, maps their route with charcoal, and uses dice rolls to guide their path through the maze.

Chapter 54 - The Light of the World

Noal

Assists Mat in navigating the tower's traps, helps secure their escape, and later identifies a critical loophole in Mat's bargain that leaves them vulnerable to the Aelfinn.

Chapter 55 - The One Left Behind

Noal

Sacrifices himself to hold off the Aelfinn with a nightflower, instructing Mat to tell Jain Farstrider he died clean before perishing in the corridor.

Chapter 57 - A Rabbit for Supper

Noal / Jain Farstrider

Revealed to be the legendary hero Jain Farstrider, who sacrificed himself holding off Aelfinn to ensure Mat and Thom's escape. Mat builds a cairn in his honor by the riverbank.