Rand and the party arrive at Barthanes' manor. We analyze Rand's conversation with Barthanes. Rand thinks he's making small talk, but everything that comes out of his mouth appears to be a deft maneuver in the Great Game to Barthanes. There's so much going on in this conversation, Galldrian's reliance on imported Andoran grain, and his obsession with expensive projects that make him appear more powerful, are perceived by Barthanes as weaknesses. We talk about the previous contact between the Black Wind, Padan Fain, AND Mordeth. Each interaction between these ancient evils changes and enhances their nature. Verin and Barthanes talk as well, we wish we knew what was said. WoTSpoilers is a weekly book discussion podcast. You can help us by writing a review, or donating on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wotspoilers Email us: wotspoilers@gmail.com Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WheelOfTimeSpoilersPodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/wotspoilers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wot_spoilers/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WOTSpoilers/Podcast artwork: Leah DavisTheme music: Thread of Clouds - Blue Dot Sessions https://bluedotsessions.bandcamp.com/track/thread-of-clouds