This article contains SPOILERS for The Wheel of Time season 3, episode 5, as well as some details from the novels.
The latest episode of The Wheel of Time has unveiled a new channeler whose abilities surpass expectations. As season 3 draws inspiration from The Shadow Rising, the fourth installment of Robert Jordan’s extensive series, we witness the unfolding of significant storylines, particularly that of Perrin’s return to the Two Rivers, which is highlighted in this episode. Although viewers may notice some alterations in the adaptation, critical elements from the books are also being introduced into the series.
Rand, Perrin, Mat, Egwene, and Nynaeve each hold great significance within the Pattern. The heritage of Manetheren strongly influences the inhabitants of the Two Rivers, granting them a deeper connection to the One Power—the magical force central to The Wheel of Time. In episode 5, we see Bode Cauthon, Mat’s younger sister, demonstrate her remarkable prowess by using the One Power against Dain Bornhald, showcasing her potential impact on forthcoming events.
Bode Cauthon’s One Power Potential Exceeds That of Most Aes Sedai
Bode Approaches Egwene’s Inherent Power Level
The essence of characters like Egwene and Nynaeve extends beyond their roles as channelers; they possess some of the most significant untapped access to the One Power ever seen among the Aes Sedai. According to the novels, Bode Cauthon shares a similar genetic background within the Two Rivers, with her potential nearly matching that of Egwene. Such an innate capability positions her among the most formidable channelers, although training is essential for her to fully unlock her abilities.
While The Wheel of Time season 3 portrays Bode as quite young, there is no age limit for joining the Aes Sedai. Depending on the direction the series takes, she might quickly reveal her strength as the plot accelerates. The recent death of her mother, Natti Cauthon, adds urgency to her story arc, suggesting that her powers could manifest sooner rather than later.
Implications of Bode Cauthon’s Twist for Her Future
Bode Cauthon May Soon Become an Aes Sedai Novice
In the original novels, Aes Sedai Alanna encounters Bode Cauthon during the same storyline. With Natti’s tragic death at the hands of Dain Bornhald, Bode’s path to the White Tower as a novice could be imminent as the season progresses. While she may not become one of the primary characters within the TV adaptation, her role as a supporting channeler could develop rapidly, potentially adding a new dynamic to Amazon Prime Video’s The Wheel of Time.