Discusses Rand's reputation with Siuan, witnesses the blood-red floor tiles, feels intense ta'veren pressure in the Hall, and suggests Egwene needs allies to stop him.
Reports historical rumors about Mesaana, describing her as a pragmatic researcher turned administrator who gets her hands dirty and harbors deep anger at being overlooked. Confirms that captured Black sisters were unaware of the vocal weave theory.
Weaves Spirit to initiate the test and later voices furious outrage at the Sitters for subjecting Nynaeve to vengeful cruelty. She casts the deciding vote in Nynaeve's favor after debating the use of balefire and the necessity of trusting her judgment.
Saerin / Saerin Bashere
— aliases: Keeper of the Chronicles
Bustles into the Hall with Janya Frende, announces Egwene's arrival, and later dryly notes that the Sitters have effectively trapped themselves with their own vote before acknowledging Egwene's new proposals.