'The Wheel of Time' Season 2: Amazon Prime Video's fantasy series to introduce Sheriam of the Blue Ajah
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Fantasy has always been a fascinating genre to be explored, particularly the ones based on books. From 'Game of Thrones' to 'The Lord of the Rings', this fact had been proved time and time again. This is the case with Amazon Prime Video's 'The Wheel of Time'. Season 1 of the fantasy series had an intriguing finale and Season 2 will see the world of 'The Wheel of Time' expanding with new characters. A recent report suggested the introduction of a new character played by Rima Te Wiata called Sheriam, an Aes Sedai of the Blue Ajah.
'The Wheel of Time' is based on the books of the same name, by Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson. Season 1 stars Rosamund Pike as Moiraine Damodred, Daniel Henney as Lan Mandragoran, Madeleine Madden as Egwene Al'Vere, Zoe Robins as Nynaeve al'Meara, Josha Stradowski as Rand al'Thor, Marcus Rutherford as Perrin Aybara and Barney HarrisMat Cauthon. It has also been confirmed that Alexandre Willaume, who played Thom Merrilin, will not return for the upcoming season.
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Who is Sheriam?
Sheriam Bayanar is among the strong characters in the book series. She found out about her ability to channel at the age of 16. For five years, Sheriam trained as a novice before she was chosen for the Accepted test. Once she became one of the most powerful beings, it gave her a considerable amount of political influence that led to her becoming the Mistress of Novices. She had a strong bond with Siuan Sanche and Moiraine Damodred when she was Accepted and she continued to be their friend even after becoming a full Aes Sedai. Much like her friends-turned-mentors, she chose the Blue Ajah. Sheriam is a force to be reckoned with. Her notable accomplishments include being one of the original leaders of the Salidar Aes Sedai, the rebel group during the White Tower Schism, and being chosen to be Egwene's Keeper of the Chronicles, one of the most powerful positions among the sisters of the Aes Sedai.
The impact of Sheriam Bayanar in the series
Sheriam Bayanar was introduced in the second book of 'The Wheel of Time', titled, 'The Great Hunt'. Season 1 followed the storyline of the first book of the 'Wheel of Time'. It is safe to assume Season 2 will follow the second book.
In the Season 1 finale, Moiraine had an intense battle and she was cut from her One Power and faced the eye. She said that confronting the eye was not the end of the battle and there were more to come from the shadows. This could mean more reinforcements which would lead to the introduction of Sheriam into the main plot of the story.
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Sheriam will undoubtedly play a crucial role in the upcoming season. The show has also taken liberties with the source material. Season 2 is set to release sometime in 2023 and while Season 3 has been given the green signal, increasing the scope of introducing new characters.
'The Wheel of Time' Season 1 is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.