Yellow Ajah
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An Ajah is a sub-organization within the Aes Sedai
of Robert Jordan
's The Wheel of Time
series. The Yellow Ajah is the only Ajah that is completely dedicated to one of the Talents, namely Healing, which not all sisters are adept with but which is considered a requirement for entering the Yellow Ajah.
independently developed a new weave for healing which utilizes all five elements of the Power, as well as finding a cure for stilling which was previously thought incurable. Nynaeve’s new weave is known exclusively to the Aes Sedai that have rebelled in Salidar. Furthermore, Nynaeve also learned how to cure the Madness caused by the taint of Saidin.
, Perrin Aybara
, Mat Cauthon
, and Egwene al'Vere
also originated. A wilder - one who can channel the One Power
but learns to do so outside of the White Tower - she was brought to the Aes Sedai by Moiraine Damodred
. She is one of the most powerful channelers of saidar shown in the series and has an aptitude for inventing and learning new weaves. Most notably she has healed Gentling and Stilling. Her desire to heal Rand of his madness encouraged her to follow him in an attempt to clean the taint from "saidin". She is married to al'Lan Mandragoran
and serves to spread the word that the last king of Malkier is gathering his supporters for the Last Battle, Tarmon Gai'don
.
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...
of Robert Jordan
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 The 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. The Yellow Ajah is the only Ajah that is completely dedicated to one of the Talents, namely Healing, which not all sisters are adept with but which is considered a requirement for entering the Yellow Ajah.
Organization
The Yellow Ajah is headed by a woman known as the First Weaver. This Ajah also has a relatively small network of Eyes and Ears. The Yellow Ajah uses a bouquet of yellow flowers strung upside down with a yellow ribbon as an emergency signal. A Yellow identifies herself to an agent of the eyes and ears network by saying something containing the words yellow and heal.Traditions
The Yellow Ajah has traditionally used a method of healing that utilises only Water, Air, and Spirit. This method draws on strength from the person being healed, which results in the person becoming weak and ravenous, despite being physically healthy. This method of healing also causes a kind of shock; this shock can kill the grievously injured, small children and animals before the Healing has a chance to take effect. However, recent inductee Nynaeve al'MearaNynaeve 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...
independently developed a new weave for healing which utilizes all five elements of the Power, as well as finding a cure for stilling which was previously thought incurable. Nynaeve’s new weave is known exclusively to the Aes Sedai that have rebelled in Salidar. Furthermore, Nynaeve also learned how to cure the Madness caused by the taint of Saidin.
Nynaeve al'Meara
Nynaeve is one of the main characters of the Wheel of Time series. She is from the village Emond's Field, where Rand al'ThorRand al'Thor
Rand al'Thor, also known as the Dragon Reborn, is the fictional main character and protagonist of The Wheel of Time, a series of fantasy novels by Robert Jordan.Rand al'Thor has many other titles within the series:...
, Perrin Aybara
Perrin Aybara
Perrin t'Bashere Aybara, or Goldeneyes, is one of the main characters of Robert Jordan's epic fantasy The Wheel of Time. Character is largely based on Slavic god Perun. In addition to the name similarity Perrin's choice of weapons include the axe, hammer, and bow...
, Mat Cauthon
Mat Cauthon
Matrim "Mat" Cauthon is a fictional character in Robert Jordan's fantasy series The Wheel of Time. He is one of the primary protagonists and has moved over the course of the series from his beginnings as a mischievous farm lad into the role of a powerful, shrewd and successful general and...
, and 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...
also originated. A wilder - one who can channel 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...
but learns to do so outside of the White Tower - she was brought to the Aes Sedai by Moiraine Damodred
Moiraine Damodred
Moiraine Damodred is one of the main characters of the Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan. She is an Aes Sedai of the Blue Ajah and is the niece of King Laman Damodred of Cairhien.-Description:...
. She is one of the most powerful channelers of saidar shown in the series and has an aptitude for inventing and learning new weaves. Most notably she has healed Gentling and Stilling. Her desire to heal Rand of his madness encouraged her to follow him in an attempt to clean the taint from "saidin". She is married to al'Lan Mandragoran
Lan Mandragoran
Al'Lan Mandragoran is one of the main characters of the Wheel of Time fantasy series by Robert Jordan.Lan is very similar in characterization to Aragorn from The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien...
and serves to spread the word that the last king of Malkier is gathering his supporters for the Last Battle, Tarmon Gai'don
Tarmon Gai'don
Tarmon Gai'don, or the Last Battle, is an event set in the world of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time fantasy series. The event is both feared and anticipated in the lands of the Wheel...
.
Other notable members
- Corele Hovian is described as wild-looking but pretty. She is part of Cadsuane MelaidhrinCadsuane MelaidhrinCadsuane Melaidhrin is a fictional character in The Wheel of Time series of fantasy novels by Robert Jordan.-Description:Cadsuane is an Aes Sedai of the Green Ajah. She has nearly black eyes and wears her iron gray hair in a bun with many gold ornaments. The ornaments in her hair are angreal and...
's party and bonded Asha'manAsha'manThe 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:...
Damer Flinn. - Edesina Azzedin was one of the Salidar Aes Sedai sent to Tarabon to calm the unrest there. She was captured and made damane, but was able to escape with Mat's group.
- Narenwin Barda is allied with the Tower and Elaida. She is the head of the Yellow Ajah's Eyes and Ears.
- Nisao Dachen is an Aes Sedai on the side of the Salidar Aes Sedai. Her interests lie in the healing of the mind. Her WarderWarder (Wheel of Time)A Warder in the world of Robert Jordan's Wheel of Time series is a person bonded by an Aes Sedai through the use of saidar to become her bodyguard as she travels....
is Sarin Hoigan. - Romanda Cassin was a Sitter in the White Tower and First Weaver of the Yellow Ajah. She has been re-elected to both these positions as a member of the Salidar Aes Sedai. She has dark eyes, and wears her gray hair pulled back in a bun. Romanda, along with Lelaine Akashi, has been trying to gain control over Egwene as Amyrlin. She was the first Aes Sedai to have suspicions about Halima but was unable to act immediately due to the other Aes Sedai's demands that she explain her reasoning. By the time Romanda was finished, Halima had already escaped.
- Salita Toranes is from Tear and is allied with the Salidar rebels supporting Egwene.
- Samitsu Tamagowa is part of Cadsuane's group. She has one Warder and has been described by Cadsuane as one of the best Healers and a good leader, though she sometimes needed to be reassured of her abilities. Cadsuane left her in charge of Cairhien. Her warder is named Roshan. She is pretty, with hazel eyes and dark hair. She wears bells in her hair in the Arafellin fashion.
- Ryma Galfrey is a former Yellow, has been captured by the Seanchan and made damane. She is now completely broken and has been renamed "Pura".