Logain Ablar
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Logain Ablar is a fictional character in Robert Jordan
's Wheel of Time
series.
. He had previously been a minor noble in Ghealdan, but King Johanin and the Crown High Council stripped him of his land and title when he proclaimed himself the Dragon Reborn. Logain had been one of the most famous and feared false dragons in history. "Half the known world has trembled in the name of Logain". He gathered an army that almost crossed Lugard on its way to Tear. Rand first saw Logain in Caemlyn as he was being taken to Tar Valon
to be gentled; to be cut off from the ability to channel, which leaves the victim despondent, lacking the will to continue living, and usually suicidal. During this time, Logain spotted Rand during the procession of his defeat in Caemlyn, and with his ability to see ta'veren, realized that while the people feared him, it would be the person he saw that would rock the foundations of the world. After his gentling he was kept on the grounds of the White Tower and observed at all times to prevent him from taking his own life. Most men (or women) do not live long after being Severed, unless they find some other powerful purpose or cause to dedicate their lives to, giving them a reason to wish to continue living. However, after the deposing of Siuan Sanche
as Amyrlin Seat
, Min Farshaw
rescues Siuan and Leane Sharif (the former Keeper of the Chronicles
) from the dungeons of the Tower. Along the way they find Logain, who has also escaped, and take him with them to Salidar where the rebel Aes Sedai
are. On the way there, he assists them in finding horses, and also gets them into trouble with Gareth Bryne when he steals some gold to help them.
Once Nynaeve al'Meara
and Elayne Trakand
arrive, Nynaeve studies him, Siuan, and Leane, claiming she can find a way to Heal the separation from the One Power they all have suffered. The Aes Sedai
allow her to try, as they want to get her out of the way, and they believe there is no way she can find a way to Heal such a thing. In fact, no one ever has, even in the Age of Legends. However, she does in fact discover a way to do so. Restoring him, Leane, and Siuan to the One Power
, although the two women suffer a huge loss of their capacity to channel for reasons unknown to the characters. (Robert Jordan has stated this is due to being Healed by a woman; a man Healing them would have restored full strength in the One Power. This was confirmed in a later book when an Asha'man
restores stilled Aes Sedai
to full strength.) After having his ability to channel restored he is shielded at all times by six Aes Sedai
but manages to escape with the new Amyrlin Egwene al'Vere
's help. She and Siuan Sanche arrange it so that of the six Aes Sedai
shielding Logain, only three have Warders. Mint tea containing a herb forkroot, which prevents channeling is brought to the Aes Sedai and the Warders as they guard the tent holding Logain and the six Aes Sedai, containing a "small addition" that cannot be tasted.
and becoming an Asha'man
, Logain finds himself at odds with Mazrim Taim
and sets out to locate the Dragon Reborn to let him know of the trouble brewing back at the Black Tower. He has bonded two Aes Sedai
, Toveine Gazal from the Red Ajah and Gabrelle from the Brown Ajah, who were sent to capture the Asha'man.
On his way to locate Rand he comes across Lord Davram Bashere
, who agrees to accompany him. Logain finds Rand and has with him not only Bashere, Aes Sedai, Asha'man and soldiers, but Loial
and Karldin as well. He reports to Rand that Taim has gained control of the Black Tower and some of the Asha'man. Rand listens to this news and tells Logain that he has cleansed saidin, before sending Bashere and him to negotiate with the Sea Folk. Logain, however, doubts that it was Rand who cleansed the male half of the True Source, and tells the Sea Folk that it was the Creator himself who interceded.
In Knife of Dreams
, Logain acts as Rand's lieutenant although he demonstrates a strong degree of independence of spirit. He learns a number of deadly weaves from Rand during this association (rather, from Lews Therin after Rand loses control).
Min
has said numerous times that Logain carries an aura indicating that he will one day be given great glory. These auras are often blue and gold in color; he adopts these colours as his own and uses it with his standard. Also, Egwene once had a dream in which Logain steps over what appears to be Rand's corpse, sits on a throne and laughs maniacally, while Rand's corpse collapses into leaves (and the face of the corpse appears to change).
. He states as much when he describes seeing Rand surrounded by light. Other characters with the same ability, such as Siuan Sanche and Nicola, have also described other ta'veren this way.
Robert Jordan
Robert Jordan was the pen name of James Oliver Rigney, Jr. , under which he was best known as the author of the bestselling The Wheel of Time fantasy series. He also wrote under the pseudonyms Reagan O'Neal and Jackson O'Reilly.-Biography:Jordan was born in Charleston, South Carolina...
's Wheel of Time
The Wheel of Time
The Wheel of Time is a series of epic fantasy novels written by American author James Oliver Rigney, Jr., under the pen name Robert Jordan. Originally planned as a six-book series, the length was increased by increments; at the time of Rigney's death, he expected it to be 12, but it will actually...
series.
False Dragon
Logain Ablar was a False Dragon who could channel the One Power. He proclaimed himself shortly before the events of Winternight in the Two RiversTwo Rivers
Two Rivers may refer to:In the United States*Two Rivers, Alaska*Two Rivers, California*Two Rivers, California, former name of Dos Rios, California*Two Rivers Township, Morrison County, Minnesota*Two Rivers, Wisconsin*Two Rivers , Wisconsin...
. He had previously been a minor noble in Ghealdan, but King Johanin and the Crown High Council stripped him of his land and title when he proclaimed himself the Dragon Reborn. Logain had been one of the most famous and feared false dragons in history. "Half the known world has trembled in the name of Logain". He gathered an army that almost crossed Lugard on its way to Tear. Rand first saw Logain in Caemlyn as he was being taken to Tar Valon
Tar Valon
Tar Valon is a fictional city in Robert Jordan's fantasy series the Wheel of Time.-The City:Tar Valon is an island city in the River Erinin, within sight of the Dragonmount. It is the home of the White Tower, which is the center of Aes Sedai power...
to be gentled; to be cut off from the ability to channel, which leaves the victim despondent, lacking the will to continue living, and usually suicidal. During this time, Logain spotted Rand during the procession of his defeat in Caemlyn, and with his ability to see ta'veren, realized that while the people feared him, it would be the person he saw that would rock the foundations of the world. After his gentling he was kept on the grounds of the White Tower and observed at all times to prevent him from taking his own life. Most men (or women) do not live long after being Severed, unless they find some other powerful purpose or cause to dedicate their lives to, giving them a reason to wish to continue living. However, after the deposing of Siuan Sanche
Siuan Sanche
Siuan Sanche is a character of the Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan.The sharp-tongued daughter of a fisherman from Tear, Siuan Sanche joined the White Tower at the same time as Moiraine Damodred...
as Amyrlin Seat
Amyrlin Seat
The Amyrlin Seat is a fictional title from Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series.The Amyrlin Seat, or Amyrlin as it is often shortened to, is the leader of the Aes Sedai in Tar Valon. The term can also refer to the actual seat upon which the Amyrlin sits...
, Min Farshaw
Min Farshaw
Elmindreda "Min" Farshaw is one of the main characters of The Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan.- Description :She is slender, a little taller than Moiraine , and has short dark hair that becomes curly when grown long. She has large, dark eyes...
rescues Siuan and Leane Sharif (the former Keeper of the Chronicles
Keeper of the Chronicles
Keeper of the Chronicles is a fictional title that exists in Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time Series.Although second in authority to the Amyrlin, the Keeper of the Chronicles has no real authority over Aes Sedai, except what the Amyrlin Seat chooses to give her. She also acts as the Amyrlin's...
) from the dungeons of the Tower. Along the way they find Logain, who has also escaped, and take him with them to Salidar where the rebel Aes Sedai
Aes Sedai
The Aes Sedai are a special society in the fictional universe of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time book series. Aes Sedai means "Servant to All" in the Old Tongue. They are the wielders of the One Power...
are. On the way there, he assists them in finding horses, and also gets them into trouble with Gareth Bryne when he steals some gold to help them.
Conspiracy?
Once they are in Salidar, he tells the "Little Tower" that he was set up as a False Dragon by the Red Ajah, as told by Siuan as part of her personal revenge against Elaida. This causes a stir, to say the least, as the Red's ostensible purpose is to find and gentle men who can channel. His story never changes substantially.Once Nynaeve al'Meara
Nynaeve al'Meara
Nynaeve al'Meara is one of the main characters of The Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan.-Personality:Nynaeve's personality often runs a gamut of emotions, meek at times before more experienced women but also able to stand up and run down others. While she will deny it, Nynaeve is...
and Elayne Trakand
Elayne Trakand
Elayne Trakand is one of the main characters of the Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan. She bears a resemblance both in name and appearance to Ilyena, the doomed wife of Lews Therin Telamon from the Age of Legends.-Description:...
arrive, Nynaeve studies him, Siuan, and Leane, claiming she can find a way to Heal the separation from the One Power they all have suffered. The Aes Sedai
Aes Sedai
The Aes Sedai are a special society in the fictional universe of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time book series. Aes Sedai means "Servant to All" in the Old Tongue. They are the wielders of the One Power...
allow her to try, as they want to get her out of the way, and they believe there is no way she can find a way to Heal such a thing. In fact, no one ever has, even in the Age of Legends. However, she does in fact discover a way to do so. Restoring him, Leane, and Siuan to the One Power
One Power
In The Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan, the One Power is the force that maintains the continuous motion of the Wheel of Time. It comes from the True Source, and it is separated into two halves: saidin , the male half, and saidar , the female half. It is used in the series by people...
, although the two women suffer a huge loss of their capacity to channel for reasons unknown to the characters. (Robert Jordan has stated this is due to being Healed by a woman; a man Healing them would have restored full strength in the One Power. This was confirmed in a later book when an Asha'man
Asha'man
The Asha'man are an organization of men who can channel the male part of the One Power, Saidin, in the fictional world of Robert Jordan's fantasy series The Wheel of Time.-Description:...
restores stilled Aes Sedai
Aes Sedai
The Aes Sedai are a special society in the fictional universe of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time book series. Aes Sedai means "Servant to All" in the Old Tongue. They are the wielders of the One Power...
to full strength.) After having his ability to channel restored he is shielded at all times by six Aes Sedai
Aes Sedai
The Aes Sedai are a special society in the fictional universe of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time book series. Aes Sedai means "Servant to All" in the Old Tongue. They are the wielders of the One Power...
but manages to escape with the new Amyrlin Egwene al'Vere
Egwene al'Vere
Egwene al'Vere is one of the main characters of the Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan.-Description:She is described as beautiful, with large brown eyes and long dark hair. Like all adult women in her home village of Emond's Field, she initially wore her hair in a long braid, but as soon...
's help. She and Siuan Sanche arrange it so that of the six Aes Sedai
Aes Sedai
The Aes Sedai are a special society in the fictional universe of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time book series. Aes Sedai means "Servant to All" in the Old Tongue. They are the wielders of the One Power...
shielding Logain, only three have Warders. Mint tea containing a herb forkroot, which prevents channeling is brought to the Aes Sedai and the Warders as they guard the tent holding Logain and the six Aes Sedai, containing a "small addition" that cannot be tasted.
Future Glory
After finding the Black TowerBlack Tower
-Constructions:* Black Tower is a 15th century guard tower in Braşov, Romania, used today as a museum* Black Tower or Černá věž is a well-known 16th century tower in České Budějovice, Czech Republic-Written works:...
and becoming an Asha'man
Asha'man
The Asha'man are an organization of men who can channel the male part of the One Power, Saidin, in the fictional world of Robert Jordan's fantasy series The Wheel of Time.-Description:...
, Logain finds himself at odds with Mazrim Taim
Mazrim Taim
Mazrim Taim is a character in Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time fantasy series.-Description:Taim is described as having black hair, above average in height with a dark face, tilted eyes, hooked nose and high cheekbones...
and sets out to locate the Dragon Reborn to let him know of the trouble brewing back at the Black Tower. He has bonded two Aes Sedai
Aes Sedai
The Aes Sedai are a special society in the fictional universe of Robert Jordan's The Wheel of Time book series. Aes Sedai means "Servant to All" in the Old Tongue. They are the wielders of the One Power...
, Toveine Gazal from the Red Ajah and Gabrelle from the Brown Ajah, who were sent to capture the Asha'man.
On his way to locate Rand he comes across Lord Davram Bashere
Davram Bashere
Davram Bashere is a fictional character featured in The Wheel of Time series of fantasy novels by Robert Jordan.Bashere is a Saldaean nobleman, the High Seat of House Bashere, Lord of Bashere, Tyr, and Sidona, Marshal-General of Saldaea, Defender of the Blight Border. He is uncle to Saldaea's...
, who agrees to accompany him. Logain finds Rand and has with him not only Bashere, Aes Sedai, Asha'man and soldiers, but Loial
Loial
Loial son of Arent son of Halan is one of the main characters of the Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan.Like all Ogier, he is deliberate and methodical in his thought; haste leads to waste appears to be his people's motto. However, when roused to anger, he is an implacable enemy...
and Karldin as well. He reports to Rand that Taim has gained control of the Black Tower and some of the Asha'man. Rand listens to this news and tells Logain that he has cleansed saidin, before sending Bashere and him to negotiate with the Sea Folk. Logain, however, doubts that it was Rand who cleansed the male half of the True Source, and tells the Sea Folk that it was the Creator himself who interceded.
In Knife of Dreams
Knife of Dreams
Knife of Dreams is the 11th novel in the fantasy series The Wheel of Time by American author Robert Jordan. It was published by Tor Books in the U.S. and Orbit in the UK and released on October 11, 2005...
, Logain acts as Rand's lieutenant although he demonstrates a strong degree of independence of spirit. He learns a number of deadly weaves from Rand during this association (rather, from Lews Therin after Rand loses control).
Min
Min Farshaw
Elmindreda "Min" Farshaw is one of the main characters of The Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan.- Description :She is slender, a little taller than Moiraine , and has short dark hair that becomes curly when grown long. She has large, dark eyes...
has said numerous times that Logain carries an aura indicating that he will one day be given great glory. These auras are often blue and gold in color; he adopts these colours as his own and uses it with his standard. Also, Egwene once had a dream in which Logain steps over what appears to be Rand's corpse, sits on a throne and laughs maniacally, while Rand's corpse collapses into leaves (and the face of the corpse appears to change).
Abilities
Logain also has the ability to see ta'verenTa'veren
Ta'veren is a term used in the Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan.Ta'veren : "A person around whom the Wheel of Time weaves all surrounding life-threads, perhaps ALL life-threads, to form a Web of Destiny." -Notable Ta'veren:*Current...
. He states as much when he describes seeing Rand surrounded by light. Other characters with the same ability, such as Siuan Sanche and Nicola, have also described other ta'veren this way.