Wheel of Time New Trailer | What to Expect for the Uninitiated

[@PetePeppers1]

A lot of big shows coming in the Fall. Let me know what you think about the Wheel of Time. The trailer looks pretty sharp.

[@berlindude75]

Yes, it's one of the fall premieres I'm keeping an eye on, along with Foundation (AppleTV+, 24-Sep-2021), the new Lord of the Rings series (Prime), and the new GoT spin-off House of the Dragon (HBO, 1-Jan-2022). Also waiting on the third and final season of Lost in Space (Netflix), the third season of The Orville (Hulu), and obviously most of all the final season of The Expanse (Prime). And then there are all these new Star Wars spin-off series (The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ahsoka, The Book of Boba Fett, Andor) as well.

[@METALFREAK03]

I want your reaction to when you get to the 1,000 page'd chapter :) I think it's book 8. Jordan was a fantastic writer but hell, he went on sometimes. Although you remember those scenes forevermore. I still remember the first scene with Moirane and I haven't read the first book since 2003 (second read of it)

[@adidabax6809]

No offense. You don't understand the books or trailer. Logain is a major character through all the books. You got that and a lot else wrong.

[@adidabax6809]

Are you reading an Amazon talking point list? What you read was at least 25% not in the books or wrong. The women's council was the mayor? No. The mayor was the mayor LOL.

[@albertaguy4817]

You covered the story well, for what you have read so far. I also think the teaser trailer looks good. I have read the full series 3 times now, and it's tough dealing with the repetitive writing, covering content and descriptions of things over and over again. Then I remember reading the first book in 1990, and waiting for the second to come out for months(years sometimes for other releases) and understand why he had to remind us the reader of what has gone on before. It would be like a new Game of Thrones release, most likely we would have to do a re-read of the series before reading the next novel in the series, just to catch up with what has gone on. The TV series cut so much out, that I am sure G.R.R. Martin would want to continue.

[@LordMichaelRahl]

One thing to note, it's not just a Good vs Evil story, it's more one about balance, concerning gender, power dynamics and even metaphysics. I can't get into why in regards to the last part because of massive spoilers though lol. There are multiple gray factions in the world as well.

[@thelatenightgamer2624]

the light shine on you child Micheal

[@Valandhir]

"He never had been" But that only comes out in the end. And yes, it is about what Humans make of things, neither the Creator nor the Dark One are that strong, it is the people who forge the events under their influence.

[@GregoryWonderwheel]

That sounds great. I was just lamenting the other day about the difficulty of finding good sci-fi or sword and sorcery story that doesn't fall into the trap of good verses evil.

[@wildfire160]

You do get the perception of good v evil but its not that simple...ive just reread the whole series so get what your hinting at...

[@tempustempus9073]

Walk in the Light

[@MrPaulolsen]

Loved the entire series of books. Read, and re-read the entire series many times. I'm both excited and scared aboout the TV series, mainly because turning books into a movie or series has this habit of screwing up the books, but I hope the series remains true to the books. They are brilliant.

[@bettertomorrow2625]

I have, too. I calculated it and I have literally spent more than a year of my life reading, and re-reading, this wonderful story. Every few years I get an itch to read it again, so I do.

[@angelacruz71]

Omg same. Every year since 1991 i'd check the bookstore if a new book came out. If it did, it'd be my Xmas present to myself. My 1rst edition hardbacks are falling apart from being reread many times lol. This world is so massive that I'm scared as well that it'll get screwed up like they did Shannara.

[@ebsmokymtn9445]

Yep; best series I've ever read. And, believe me, I've read a lot in my nearly 70 years of delving into "other worlds" of literature.

[@benttranberg2690]

The trailer looks amazing. So I am certainly not going to spoil it by reading the books. I'm currently watching Foundation on Apple TV+, and I have previously read the books many times. They're the best sci-fi there is. I didn't trust them to make the TV series good, but I didn't think I'd be that disappointed. It isn't Asimov's Foundation, but an entirely different story. It seems that viewers that hasn't read the books are impressed, while those who have are mostly thoroughly disappointed. So lesson learned, I'll read these books after, if ever.

[@stephengreer6225]

My first edition printing of each of the books is prominently on my bookshelf. I've read and re-read them multiple times. Looking forward to the series, but at the same time afraid that I'm going to be super disappointed in the direction they go with it.

[@Anonymos185]

Video: " What to expect *for the uninitiated* " Tons of people who are already initiated: "Hmmm... interesting"

[@ZoeyZoco]

I was initially *ONLY* interested in watching because of Rosamund Pike... but I’m now genuinely excited to learn about the lore of the books and see it come to life!

[@Sleepless4Life]

Read the books or listen to the audiobooks, it is an amazing series. There's like 15 books in total. Rich history, amazing worlds, plenty of lore, tons of interesting characters, you can basically pick your favorites.

[@michaeljustice124]

I missed that shot of Mat taking the dagger. To say that there’s consequences for that is a gross understatement!

[@jordansutche9829]

When you didn't emphasize "but it was A beginning" I got sad.

[@mikenjenn72]

i was going to type the same thing. the A changes the whole statement

[@Mugdorna]

The difference between a litetary/theatrical mind and a TV/online mind.

[@timlittle7181]

@@mikenjenn72 The audiobooks heavily stressed the "A". It brought more power and mystery to how things might be different this time.

[@joannesmale2171]

Blood and bloody ashes this is really happening. My favourite fantasy series ever being filmed. Robert Jordan I hope you were overseeing things up there amongst the stars. Brandon did you proud. I hope these guys do too. You set the bar pretty damned high. Nyneave better tug that braid, that's all I can say.xx❤️

[@CdHoRwInSy]

I hope this isn't a Flaming mess, but I also expect many things not in the books to happen instead of this being a 1:1 adaptation of the story. Really excited that this comes out 2 days after my birthday as well!!!! Time to Toss the dice!

[@hideousruin]

Well. I hope you like your fantasy woke. Otherwise it's going to be disappointing.

[@timlittle7181]

I knew it had to be Nyneave by the way she clutched her dagger at the first sign of danger.

[@OldCavtrooper22]

Like you, I was reluctant to commit to the daunting task of reading Robert Jordan’s 15 (with prequel) magnum opus. But, I was very entertained by the audio books. I have listened to the entire series more times than I care to admit. Michael Kramer and Kate Reading do a masterful job of bringing this immense story to life. As a retired veteran with sever tedious, I spend much of my time listening to audiobooks and this series is one of my favorites. For anyone that does not have the time to commit to such a vast read, I recommend that they try the audiobooks. You will not be sorry.

[@timlittle7181]

The incredible part is how those 2 actors can differentiate their voices for each character in the entire series. Truly brings each character to life.

[@DanielCaridade]

Book 9 here... Awsome world building and characters! Can't wait to see the show!

[@DocPicklez]

9 and 10 are widely considered the most tedious... Stay encouraged and PRESS ON MY CHILD!

[@Hostilehippie13]

Don’t give up. You’re right at the part where there’s a book or two of slog to get through but oh my god does it kick it up a notch in The Gathering Storm

[@DanielCaridade]

@@Hostilehippie13 Never! I'm loving it so far. I'm taking it easy right now, because of work... But I've plenty of time till the series catches up with me :D

[@Hostilehippie13]

@@DanielCaridade that’s true! I drive a lot for work and work alone so I listened to the rest of the series from 9 onwards on audiobook and they’re done masterfully. I’m not an easy crier but I cried I think once during The Gathering Storm, once during Towers of Midnight and at LEAST 4-5 different times during the final book. It was an absolute emotional experience

[@davidgregory7564]

It’s a commitment but fully worth reading the series multiple times. Hopefully the show will offer the same!

[@JoshNeller]

True. I'm honestly 100% hype for the adaptation and getting my friends to watch it but I'm 100000000% HYPE for reading the books. (Books are usually always better.)

[@CynicalMournings]

I've lost count of how many rereadings I've done over the past few decades. WoT is my comfort series. (That and Pratchett) I find new appreciation each time.

[@ericcurtis8934]

I think I'm on my 10th reread...every time I read it I discover new things..

[@clareclements6724]

Thanks, Pete. You've reminded me just how much I loved the books. I really hope you'll be doing episode breakdowns. They are always so fascinating. You're one of my favourite channels.

[@PetePeppers1]

Thanks for that. I'm planning on doing weekly videos.

[@redheadredemption5351]

This is exactly what I was looking for since I’ve also only read the first three books. Everyone else seems to not be able to give a trailer review without spoilers from way down the line. Thank you!

[@PetePeppers1]

Glad it's useful. I want to be able to enjoy the story as a journey, don't want to know what's coming and there seems to be a lot more content like that out there.

[@jcwoodman5285]

Logain is actually a rather key character for a big chunk of the later series

[@nycplayboy78]

The Black Tower

[@kinggoten]

thats a slight spoiler, but I like that they will expand his role early on, high hopes for this show mixed feelings from the trailer tho but its just a trailer can't wait till the show is out.

[@tempustempus9073]

Sealbreaker

[@MDWavemaster]

I love how it's one of the most popular novels of all time!.....and no one I know has any idea what's going on... Looks cool! Will watch.

[@writingwofl5836]

Same but I am the only 1 who read the books, it kinda sucks when you have no one to talk about cool shit like wot

[@writingwofl5836]

you should read it btw

[@kght222]

before the lotr movies most folks had no idea who aragorn was. welcome to reality, where millions isn't billions and the world has billions.

[@totesmagotes213]

Most people who watched Game of Thrones hadn’t read those books too.

[@haplov349]

One of the most popular epic fantasy series would be more accurate I think.

[@TheRealJamesKirk]

Cool. Never enough SciFi and Fantasy.

[@rodneysmith1750]

Well, sir, you hooked me with the Expanse series and I followed all your videos. I have read all of Robert Jordan's books when they came out, I, however, never read the last three, I always thought the books would make a great TV adventure, but this is the first I have heard any rumblings of a show, so, I will be looking forward to following the show when it is released. Keep up your great reviews!

[@adidabax6809]

You should read the last 3. A fan since the early 90's. Not a fan of much else fantasy or the guy that wrote the books in RJ's place. However... he did a solid, solid job. The ending is amazing. Read it.

[@CynicalMournings]

@@adidabax6809 I felt Sanderson nailed the felicity of style. Some small differences, but nothing glaring enough to break the feel of authorship.

[@glennkittredge7673]

I can understand that. Sanderson is a very different kind of author. He could never write like Jordan no matter how hard he tried. However he is a good author in his own way and carried the story on.

[@belindaberryhill3699]

The last three books recapture the magic that I feel RJ lost a bit of in the middle of his series. BS was an inspired choice and has become my favorite author. Give it a chance! If you like early RJ, you’ll like BS.

[@jaein7779]

"Complicated" is an understatement to describe this series. I read the books as they first came out, but stopped in book 8 or 9. I love this series and cherish my memories of them. I just hope this show does justice to Robert Jordan.

[@kathybray2838]

Every time the next book in the series came out I re-read the whole set! Best book series of all time! Sure hope they picked the right people to play each part! Glad to see a movie series coming finally! Please make it easily available to see!

[@taxos13]

Very good vid for every newcomer who wants to have a glimpse of what the show is all about and what to expect to see! A must see, from someone who read the books multiple times.

[@kathybray2838]

So glad you set up this story and the people so well. This will really help those who have not read the story to understand what they are seeing from the beginning. Good job!

[@FiveRideForth]

Thanks for doing this Pete! WOT is my favorite fantasy series, and I've always enjoyed your videos, and it's really cool that you're so early in the series. I love that you're coming at in that way. Really looking forward to your future videos.

[@chrispitchford6045]

This is exciting and a daunting attempt to bring to the masses a truly exceptional saga. I've read the series twice and love it. I notice on the trailer Moraine does not have a ribbon around her head with a gemstone on her forehead. Omission? Very strange. I'm looking forward to viewing this epic magical adventure.

[@cryptoresearcher7308]

Having read the entire series 3 times, I'm so excited. The trailer looks good. I hope they do the story justice. For the uninitiated, picture Lord of the Rings and then multiply by 100. Massive, immersive and super cool!

[@xTK421x]

I have read all the way up to the Knife of Dreams. Where, admittedly I quit the story. To say Robert Jordan is OCD is a vastly underrated term. He made me feel like this story was only for me. I felt like a keeper of this trove of information that only he and I knew. The details I still carry with me as if etched into the glass framework of my brain. When Mr. Jordan passed I felt a huge pang of loss and sadness. Learning of the television adaption I am at odds weather or not to pick up the books again. I am also hesitant to watch the series for fear that my expectations would not be met. Since 1994 this affair has persisted for me. More than half a life time. Only overshadowed by the Star Wars Verse.

[@palaciosmoments4418]

Thank you so much for this explicatory video. This will help many people who have not read the series. I have read them all and I believe you did a great job expaining what is necessary to understand the world of the Wheel of Time books without giving out spoilers. Excellent job and thank you!

[@WoTMike1989]

Thank you so much for covering! Huge book fan here. Been waiting 24 years.

[@ArnelCustodio]

Interesting trailer. Nice intro for the uninitiated. Considering that the books are all close to 1000 pages or more, there is a WHOLE lot more going on. But, to show it visually in a series or movie, they will have to simplify it. Jordan ties in a lot of concepts from different religions and philosophies, and it will be interesting to see how they cover some of the more controversial ones later in the series. There is a lot of talk of prophecies in the beginning and also the concept of ta'veren - individuals capable of changing the pattern to their will (pre-destination vs. free will). The details of the world and the characters are incredibly deep and I really hope that this show can bring them to life. I recently have been re-buying the books and listening to them in audio-book form. As you get further into the series, you will see the story told from the view of a male and a female - and the audiobooks stay true to that with a male and female narrator alternating for the different chapters. I think that the graphics and animation of Moiraine's magic use look really incredible. Jordan is extremely descriptive in his books. You'll sometimes see a spoken line, then have to work through a page of nothing but description or background/history on the topic before moving on. I hope that the script, character development, acting, and pacing make it a good series. There are 14 books altogether, starting in 1990 with the final novel (Memory of LIght) published in 2013 by Brian Sanderson. If you love Tolkien, you'll see some similarities, but there are enough differences that set it worlds apart. All of us fans of Jordan's work sincerely hope for this series to be an awesome success! It's truly an epic fantasy that deserves your time and attention!

[@fredtjack23]

My goodness I've been waiting for this for 30 years WOW

[@Mugdorna]

As a book reader myself I think you made a good explanation of the set-up/background to the series. Also, the trailer so far seem to be faster paced than the books (certain characters already in season 1) do that's a good thing. The books were very slowly paced.

[@eranmalloch]

I had no idea this was being filmed and is due for release soon. Super-excited, as I have read most of the books in the series (except Brandon Sanderson's last 3). It's hard work reading them because there's soooooo many names, places & events to remember, but it's still an epic series. Can't wait to see how well it turns out. Game of Thrones is definitely under threat as an epic fantasy fiction tv series from WOT. Thanks for the break down. Well done.

[@kair5947]

Keep reading, the story gets better and better! I have read all the books at least three times.

[@chiragpatankar2013]

Hey Pete, We are eagerly waiting for your review/episode breakdowns of The Wheel of Time.

[@theabelmontero]

Yes! I was waiting for your video about this! You're the best and the show looks pretty promising 😊

[@evanbromery8128]

for someone that only read a few of the books that was an amazing explination, the wheel of time is the only book i stood in line waiting for the bookstore to open to get it, on its release date an preordered, i dont hav high hopes that this show will even cmpare to the detail in thebooks, i just hope they dont destroy it

[@42DangerVision]

Spend a couple audible credits on the first few books to get started. It is *absolutely* worth it.

[@jamesb_454]

The audiobooks are so good! I'm on book 8 now! Very long though haha

[@patcary6598]

I will be curious to learn if some of your pronunciations are correct or if I pronounced the words wrong in my head while reading the books. There was a video game in 1999 that offered a few different pronunciations, but since I read the Eye of the World 30 years ago, it is all a little foggy at this point. This is probably my favorite book series of all time and I thought Brandon Sanderson’s conclusion series was awesome. Thanks for the video…

[@PetePeppers1]

You can find the proper pronunciations if you search for them. I'm sure I still butchered some of them.

[@lanceschmidt28]

I absolutely loved these books. I am excited to see the TV series. I always hoped that someone would make this into a movie series or TV series. There is too much for a movie trilogy, a TV series is more realistic.. but if it were to be cancelled, that would be a shame. I am curious as to how true to the original books the series adheres to. There are very few one-dimensional characters in the novels, hence the enormous length of each book in the series. The novels are well worth the time to read and I am hoping that the tv series Amazon is putting together will also be time well spent.

[@notacontentprovider]

I grew up with these books, although I trailed off at book 14. I thought you have done a great job of capturing the core essence of these books.

[@shayxie8318]

Pretty solid breakdown, for only having read 3 of the books :D Goddaaaaaamn I'm so anxiously excited for this show! This series was the very first thicc fantasy series I ever read...and I got into Brandon Sanderson when I was skeptically investigating who the hell this young upstart was, to be finishing off this series. He's one of my favorite authors to this day! Obviously I read and loved Game of Thrones, but only watched the first season because it just ventured out too far...and if that's what happens here, then I'll be celebrating the world falling in love with these guys- just not watching it personally. So exciteddddd

[@cassieepouncy4375]

I just started reading a sample of WOT and I plan to get the book next month! I love a good book that catches me in the first 3-4 chapters!(if an author doesn't grab me at that point,I put the book down!🙁) Thanks for the break down!!

[@leftkehsvault2712]

The sheer number of volumes can be really daunting, and the history may become difficult to follow at some points. However, it is a quintessential read for all the epic fantasy lovers out there. It must be a HUGE task to adapt the whole epic for TV, there are so many protagonists/antagonists over the course of the series, and the visual effects needed must be extended at times. I really REALLY hope they do it justice, just as they have done with the expanse book series (so far).

[@iamthewizardwhoknocks2845]

I'm sure the books are great, but this show looks like woke trash. I guess we'll see.

[@leftkehsvault2712]

@@iamthewizardwhoknocks2845 The books are older than the woke movement. Please read them before posting insulting comments...

[@totesmagotes213]

They will have to streamline things. In some cases, that may be a very good thing.

[@terrybryant]

I have read every book twice. The book can be difficult to follow if you don't really ignore the world around you and focus on it. Sometimes the dialogue was heavy but that in itself could be interesting if you enjoy the characters.

[@joydawn214]

the first trailer is my introduction to this world - it looks promising and we'll definitely be checking it out 🙂

[@mikerau8705]

Very good overview from a bloke who hasnt read more than 3 books. Well done. Welcome to the journey

[@glennkittredge7673]

I enjoyed your commentary and particularly liked the labelling of characters. It takes some getting used to, putting faces with characters and trailers don't do that. I have read all the book but the last. I am in the middle of that on a very slow read because i regret having to reach an end. I hope you will read on. My favorite book was Fires of Heaven.

[@randyinchesapeake8129]

Always thought that the Wheel of Time should be made into a TV series. But what you showed of the trailer tells me that it should have been done by someone with an appreciation for artistic integrity. I haven't seen a single episode, and yet it is obvious that they have butchered the vision of Robert Jordan. That doesn't mean that it won't be worth watching, but it won't be an accurate representation of the books, which are outstanding.

[@MichaelSmith-eg4bb]

Love this book series! Worth it!

[@coolskool1.061]

Can’t wait!… one of my Favourite books reading when growing up, Robert Jordan , amazing writer.

[@mrrobot0101]

As a newbie you did a great job of explaining WOT.

[@TWUMD34]

Wheel of Time is my favorite book series, hopefully, the show will do it justice. I think a big help for it is that the story has been finished for a while now.....unlike GoT who went off the rails once they passed the books. I remember being in a bar with my friends way back on 9-16-07 and seeing that Robert Jordan had died. A couple of us had to do several shots because he was gone, and we thought the series would never be finished. Then came Brandon Sanderson ftw!!! I also have a tattoo of the trolloc chapter icon from the books on part of my chest. I'm so ready for the show.....and hopping it isn't shit! haha

[@TheBeccabus]

Cool explanation! Keen to watch the show!

[@schaduw56]

If you want to explain the trailers it is important that you have also read the prequel 'A New Spring'. Moraines Quest starts in this book. 'A new spring' starts 'with the scene where Lan is fighting with the Aiel in the snow. In the trailer you see a quick shot of this scene.

[@saraimoran6682]

I’ve watched the first 3 episodes, it seems very good.

[@encinoman903]

Can't wait to see what "creative liberties" the producers are going to take. Considering they are making the show for a "modern audience", I have no doubt that veteran fans aren't the target audience, here.

[@jsnel9185]

Just enjoy it. Stop making everything an issue. If you dont go in like a Star Wars Fanboy, you may enjoy it regardless of how it may have changed.

[@encinoman903]

@@jsnel9185 "Who cares if they change the thing you've been a fan of for years and grew up with. If you lower your expectations, you might like it." That's you - that's what you sound like.

[@JimmyOlsson]

Great content! Greetings from an initiated reader of WoT!

[@dreamingaboutouterspace3878]

Pete, I am glad you exist.

[@anthonyshaddox7594]

I'm looking forward to this one. We'll see how it goes.

[@theloneranger8725]

My sentiments exactly. I just hope they stay true to the story line and characters and don't mess it up. This is going to be much harder to transfer from book to video than was Game of Thrones. I just hope they can match the quality of GOT, that is, until the eighth season when they totally screwed it up.

[@ashleyplamondon9718]

I've read and listened to the whole series more than 6 times. You might call me a fan 😉 super pumped but the trailer scares me that too many changes were made but im keeping faith

[@user-yx1qk4sk5t]

When refugees started streaming towards Two Rivers was their first taste of diversity. Heck, Rand is a red head which in itself is a spectacle as he's the only one in town with that hair. But Nynaeve and Egwene's casting? Why can't they be Seanchan?

[@robertperrotto870]

The shade of Rands red hair, along with his height and stature, is what sets him apart from Two Rivers folk. In the Books he stands a head taller them Perrin, though not nearly as broad in the shoulders.

[@sadiestyles5023]

I’m excited to see what they do with it. They will have trouble translating the book too visual. I think More than…say Harry Potter or Lord Of The Rings in my opinion; but I am optimistic to see what they will do.

[@sociallyintrovertedasmr8923]

One thing to remember, the plotline (a nobody that learns that they are the chosen one and is destined to fight against evil) may be incredibly watered down at this point, BUT as pointed out in the beginning, this series started in 1990. I haven't read the entire series, last book read being book 11, Knife of Dreams, the last book written by Robert Jordan, but would consider myself a HUGE fan of what I have read and am really excited to see what they offer us with this adaptation!

[@Valandhir]

Old Reader of the Books here, and without wanting to spoiler anything, there's one point the "Uninitiated" need to understand: the world there is cycical. Meaning, there are patterns to the world, and prophecies are more than just words, they have a likelihood to come to pass. The Dragon reborn is said to save the world while breaking it anew. The last Breaking of the world, at the end of the age of Legens is still of horrid memory, thus people fear the very idea of the Dragon Reborn. In "New Spring" (which I recommend you read, because it gives you Moraines journey and how she got involved) Moraine thinks that no woman will ever admit to her son being born on Dragonmount, because everyone knows that aspect of the prophecies: the Dragon will be reborn, where he died at the end of the last age: on Dragonmount. There is an aspect of fear, that permeates that element of the story. There Dragon is their only chance at Tarmon Gai'don but the prohecies do not promise victory and warn of the destruction the dragon will bring.

[@Panyc333]

Jordan intentionally made the first several chapters of EotW familiar to fans of Tolkien to onboard them into his fantasy. Looking forward to your coverage.

[@Ashwgun]

Well done, as an avid fan, you did a great job.

[@PetePeppers1]

Thanks

[@adidabax6809]

As an avid fan, he doesn't get it. He called Logain a minor character, he basically read Amazon's talking points about this version, which doesn't appear to be true to the books.

[@Ashwgun]

@@adidabax6809 he is a minor character till last few books, I look forward to seeing more of him, but he knew things that weren't mentioned by Amazon

[@adidabax6809]

@@Ashwgun He is a character through all the books and not minor LOL, but as I said the video guy said he was minor and gone LOL. What? Did you understand what I said? What do you know Amazon said to him LOL? Amazon gave him talking points! He said he didn't read it LOL... where did he get it from??? Saitan?

[@Ashwgun]

@@adidabax6809 count the number of pages Logain is on and compare them to Rand, or Nynaeve, he is minor. There is nothing wrong wrong with being minor. Androl was and look how important he was!

[@brianlalor]

On Book 7 and lovein it. Great video.

[@jonathanmeisel]

I have literally never heard of this series, might not be weird though since I do not like fantasy much. Will you be doing any Dune videos? Assuming you have read it, I’m currently reading it and almost have gotten half way through, already have tickets for the film xD I’m also very ready for Foundation after finishing the first book and going to jump into the second after Dune!

[@PetePeppers1]

I doubt I will do any Dune videos but I'm excited to see it. Read it for the first time along time ago, but reread the first book earlier this year.

[@varsityathlete9927]

@@PetePeppers1 everyone is doing dune videos, quinn for example does amazing ones we don't need more of them tbh. do other series like WOT. there is so much in the series worth exploring in video form. if you decide to start doing WOT video I have a suggestion. there is a guide book to the series worth getting. but there are two editions a paperback edition with no illustrations (same size as your normal paperback) and a larger hardcover version. its not a difficult book to get secondhand. just get the hardback older copy, it has illustrations and so on.

[@PetePeppers1]

@@varsityathlete9927 I saw the companion book when I was looking for images today. I am excited to continue the series but I am doing an Expanse reread right now to get ready for the final book.

[@adidabax6809]

@History Eraser Button Don't listen to this person's opinion LOL. The entire series is great... it gets long in the middle. The last 3 are pretty amazing. And, I don't like much fantasy.

[@elizabethsedai854]

@History Eraser Button Why don't you just say YOU didn't like it? Why do you have to be so insulting to it? WOT is amazingly written(even when Brandon Sanderson picks up), is super creative, has amazingly compelling characters and stories. Don't discourage others just because you didn't like it because people don't die. Characters don't have to die for a story to be great. And by the way, the WHOLE series is classified as young adult. From book one on.

[@jiminatorx]

Will be interesting to see how far the Amazon series goes. For the book series I couldn’t get past number eight.

[@saraimoran6682]

Just watched 4 episodes… it’s actually pretty good. I’m waiting for your review

[@freedommarine6902]

Thanks for the video, I do not read these types of books, but I do like the movies. Thanks to your video, I will have a little understand of the show.

[@ruffgirl1776]

Thanks for the great content Pete

[@PetePeppers1]

Thanks for watching!

[@LarryKelly]

Appreciate this before I commence watching.

[@SgtMclupus]

A few things (And I've read the series 14+ times, so I know it reeeeally well) 1.) It's not only "certain women" that are aloud to use magic; those born with the spark is sought out and brought to the tower where they learn to wield the Power, but "wilders" as women that is self taught to wield it can do so as they please, since they have survived learning on their own (a 1 in 4 chance) 2.) Rand is prophisised to save and destroy humanity, not save OR destroy.... He will do both! The annoying thing with the show is things like the castings: Moraine is surposed to be really short; so is Egwene and Nyaneve, but they are not so in the show! They also made every casting very dark skinned compaired to how the different countriues population is described; Siuan Sanche; the Amyrlin Seat has ice blue eyes, that is important later in the series, but in the show she's dark skinned with dark brown eyes; come on!

[@rustynail6363]

Not bad, considering you've only read three books, do yourself a favour and get them on ausiobook if your short of time (no pun intended). An Epic series if ever there was one, up there with Dune imho. I just hope Amazon do the books justice, in which case this series will go on for years and years.

[@PetePeppers1]

Yeah, I read the first one to get used to his writing, but listened to the audiobooks a bit for the next two. Looking forward to getting back into them later this year.

[@logeydog]

As I fan on my 3rd reread it's a decent summation but.....you know nothing 🤣🤣🤣 great video tho

[@paulcarr3070]

I didn't finish the last couple books. Now I can see the end 😊

[@penelopescholten9786]

It was a fantastic series of books, sadly, I only got half way through the first of the last 3, after Robert Jordan passed

[@kght222]

9:43 also keep in mind that the two rivers is isolated and extremely traditional. "wisdom" is one word for the village healer that is used a few other places in their world, but it doesn't appear to be that common. wise woman is more common although we don't get a close enough look at village politics in most cases to gauge the authority of such women outside the two rivers. we meet one in tear who is very respected locally, in her neighborhood in the city, and beyond that who knows. we see in ebou-dar proto-aes'sedai. in amadecia they don't have wisdoms or wise women or anything remotely like that, they have hedge doctors who are all men because whitecloaks are kinda the physical manifestation of the taint on the one power, so in amadecia women have little to no power. you could call them the mens right's advocates of the world if you really want to punch someone who claims to be that, because the whitecloaks as an organization are almost completely nonredeemable (they wear white cloaks because they are sheep in my opinion, changing the leadership doesn't fix the problem). but to get back to the point being made with this timestamp, the two rivers and the title "wisdom" does not represent the world of the wheel of time even close to as a whole and is just itself a small detail in a very detailed fictional world.

[@kght222]

oh, and i don't think anything in this comment is a spoiler, it is just world detail. i said one thing that could be a spoiler except you have to actually figure it out while reading that book before it is explained for it to be called a spoiler, and you might, but you probably would if you had read the books the way i did from the early 90s and repeatedly as new books came out, so i refuse to call it a spoiler. but i also won't point out what it is.

[@ladooshka]

I have read first 11 books of the series but couldn't get myself to finish it. By the book 8 and after there were so many secondary non-essential characters and so little time dedicated to protagonists that it started to bother me. In later books that I read I caught myself on skipping pages and pages of descriptions and talks among non-essential Aes Sedai and basically looking for glimpses of main protagonists. The synopsis for the end of series written by another author was a huge disappointment. I won't spoil it here but it ended like a soap opera. One more thing. I will indeed give a TV series a try. My most favorite among 5 young protagonists in books was Nynaeve al'Meara. SPOILERs: For me she is the most powerful Ajah b/c she found a way to heal the gentling and reconnect people to power that everybody thought of never reversible. I really hope the makers of these tv series won't screw her character. I didn't care much about Rand and his multiple love interests (which I still don't get why so many and what was really a purpose of introduction of them. To bring powerful tribes on your side to fight the Dark One you don't need to sleep with each female representative of them) or other young men. But I was seriously invested in stories of Egwene and Nynaeve.

[@DBourque12]

Can’t wait to see your New wheel of time official trailer react !!

[@michellebogle5428]

Tar Valon not Tar Ballon I am wondering why it doesnt show Moraine wearing her blue gem on her forehead. It is a part of who she is. Well...since they have that super tall chick playing her I suppose I shouldn't be surprised as Moraine is a tiny woman. Rosamond Pike is as tall as Lan that is supposed to be really tall. 🙄 Sorry y'all... I just had to express that. I have read the series at least a half dozen times and actually just finished up with it again. Moraine's missing blue gem just bothers me.😔

[@warrenlauzon5315]

Looking forward to this.

[@DarthPoyner]

Sounds to me like it is everything that current hollywood is looking for in it's series. Will be interesting to see just how faithful it is.

[@Hochspitz]

I am so happy that you will be covering this show. Sadly another set of books I have sadly not read. The idea of dragons and/or their symbolism seems to be visited by so many fantasy books. So here it looks like a combination of massive world building, legends and myths reminiscent of Tolkien, GRRM and Sapkowski. It's time there was another decent show instead of the Marvel crap of late. Also the early reviews for Dune are incredibly positive. So at last a decent SciFi film as well. I have read all the Dune books but so many years ago. Lots of stuff to be looking forward to.

[@larafuchs706]

WoT came before GoT...if anything George was inspired by Robert Jordan

[@elizabethsedai854]

Dragons aren't a part of WOT. It's literally not a thing. It's only a symbol that is used on a banner and for a title, there's nothing else at ALL about dragons in the entirety of the 15 book series. Just so you know! And it's WAY better/ more creative than Game of Thrones. Just start reading and you'll get hooked! It's just... so wonderful. Please, do yourself a favor and read it!!

[@Hochspitz]

@@elizabethsedai854 That is what I meant by symbolism. Sadly old age is leaving me nearly blind, so reading is hard and I am almost deaf so audio books don't really work either but I would if I could.

[@musichawk9307]

I read the books long ago. And I am so hoping that they do justice to them. But that being said i am so looking forward to this.

[@michelecariveau3973]

It's not that certain women are allowed to use The One Power, a woman has to be born with the ability. Very excited to see the show, I hope it reflects the brilliance of the books!

[@randelclawson7695]

The characters are cast *exactly* as the books portrayed them, how refreshing in the Hollywood of today. Oh, wait... SMDH.

[@peterfmodel]

Because of the recent poor track record of Hollywood to create any form of good story I would need to check how close to canon this series is. If there are a lot of changes, then I would be very worried, if its close to cannon then I would be excited.

[@nathanyulhistbottom517]

Small details are missing but good enough

[@mcallahan9060]

There are a few things that I am unimpressed with already so I guess we'll see how it goes. I don't have high hopes frankly.

[@jakistam1000]

Are you "initiated"? And what didn't you like?

[@mcallahan9060]

@@jakistam1000 But of course... That being the case, you are clearly not, and thus I cannot talk about it.

[@jakistam1000]

@@mcallahan9060 I am; I've read all the books twice. And I was just curious what didn't you like.

[@mcallahan9060]

@@jakistam1000 Mostly the casting at this point. The extent of experience of two of the main 5 characters are Power Rangers and Dora the Explorer and aside from the actress that plays Moiraine, they are actually the experienced ones. Even the actress who plays Moiraine, Rosamund Pike, isn't a good actress. Poor acting can be fixed by a good director but even there they fall short with at least 3 different directors in the mix. Only one of which is a truly an experienced director, Uta Briesewitz. Too many cooks. But like I said, I'll watch it and we'll see.

[@adidabax6809]

@@mcallahan9060 It's woke. I have little doubt. The story is about a group of people hidden away from humanity for generations. But... they all look different LOL. OK. Sure. And... the thing about "women" and the power is just not true to the books. Sorry. The showrunner is very clearly who he is. And, the RJ people have clearly sold out every chance they got in the past.

[@sundance4535]

I just hope they made it at least as epic as the ones who did the LOTR - because it is as epic

[@ThatPash]

The HYPE! But where is Bella?

[@christopheryoder8292]

And the glaring and the braid tugging and the skirt smoothing.

[@ThatPash]

@@christopheryoder8292 OH BOI the braid tugging will be REAL o - o"

[@alex30425]

If people are wondering, the ending of the book series is fantastic and satisfying.

[@georgebaldford3186]

What will be confusing is how the main characters look, Robert Jordan was excellent at painting a mental picture, after reading the entire series you end up with a mental picture of all the main characters. One this is sure, they can't do the same story as the books, it would end up with like 10 seasons.

[@cherryfireice8216]

Nice summation. Love epic fantasy but could never finish all the books. Felt bogged down and like it would never end. Literally a wheel. Also there seemed to be so many fantasy series with only a few standouts since Tolkien, who everybody rips off. Maybe I'll give the books another try. Will be there for the series. If nothing else, hopefully Amazon learned from the GOT debacle and it will have a satisfying ending.

[@fonziebulldog5786]

Great fantasy show about good vs evil forces and when i miss Game of Thrones this will fill that gap.

[@jn2292]

Based on what's been shown in this trailer, I'm going with "This will be a train wreck."

[@mythyc9604]

Yup.

[@partywithartty]

Love the books, burned through several paperback copies of a number of them during my multiple readings...and this show is already showing all the red flags of a show made by streaming services who purchased the rights to a series they have no real passion for.

[@kellibarnhouse6591]

As a Reader, you have to understand that Visual stories have to be told differently! If they keep to the Core of the Story you will still love the beginning, the Middle and the ending! 🙏!

[@mythyc9604]

@@kellibarnhouse6591 no. That is a bullshit excuse they’ll use to get off the hook for fucking up the story. Rand is the Dragon and the Main character and he is being sidelined in his own story. Fuck that bullshit.

[@jn2292]

@@partywithartty Intellectual property grab so they have something to show on their "Channel".

[@dealspeed6756]

I have read the whole series at least 5 times, I've listened to the series on audible another 6 times, it is by far the most incredible series I've ever read. I have concerns with the show as they have already taken massive liberties and changed a lot, the casting is a mess but I won't get in to that.

[@Conan_Obrien]

I'm quite excited for the show and really just hope we get some great fights and cool moments. Setting expectations a bit low I guess and trying to prepare for those "massive liberties" or all the rumored sjw grandstanding. I sure am rooting for an amazing adaptation though. What about the casting do you find messy?

[@dealspeed6756]

@@Conan_Obrien mostly the two rivers casting, its true that two rivers folk are darker of skin, so like Egwene was actually cast perfect because they weren't Caucasian in their description, more like Spanish or Indian, but if you look at the casting it's just all over the place. They could have stayed true to the source with casting and been more than diverse because the books are diverse. Moraine is supposed to be a 5ft tall petite woman with a regal bearing, she's intense while remaining calm, beautiful while dangerous and terrifyingly confident, the woman they have playing her is none of those things and she's a very large woman in height, I just don't see her as Moraine.

[@jamesray4300]

read them all man, they get better

[@PetePeppers1]

Yeah, I'm definitely planning on continuing. I had to stop to do an Expanse reread because the final book in that series is coming out in November.

[@mikell5087]

Your beginning summary contains a mistake, or a misimpression. Moraine went to Emmonds Field in the area of the Two Rivers in search of those who could be ta'veren, that she might be looking for the Dragon Reborn himself was not assumed at the beginning of the series, and the identity of the Dragon Reborn is a secret that the series is keeping as the first season progresses.

[@PetePeppers1]

I didn't Jordan was very subtle about who it was in the books, but it feels like the show may be trying to extend the mystery.

[@adidabax6809]

He's reading Amazon's talking points. He also said Logain was a minor character. For anyone that's read all 14 books... nah. And, he's reading their take on it and apparently where they are taking it. It sounds aweful IMHO.

[@elizabethsedai854]

No, that's incorrect. Moiraine IS there specifically looking for the Dragon Reborn. Read the prequel if this wasn't clear to you from just reading EOTW.

[@mikell5087]

@@elizabethsedai854 We shall see what we shall see in the first few episodes. I do need to re-read EOTW. New Spring is not the beginning of the story. It was written in 2005. The story begins in Emonds Field.