Morgase Trakand is a character introduced in season 3 of The Wheel of Time television series, portrayed by Olivia Williams.[1] She is the Queen of Andor, and the mother of Galad, Gawyn and Elayne Trakand.[2][3]
History[]
Early life[]
Morgase was not born as the heir to the throne of Andor.[3] She studied at the White Tower when she was young. She was not a strong enough channeler to progress past being a novice, but was given an honorary Great Serpent ring, reflecting the traditional alliance between Andor and the Tower.[4]
When Tigraine Mantear went missing and Queen Mordrellen died, Morgase fought a brutal war of succession against a half-dozen noble rivals. Thanks to her political savvy and ruthlessness, she ended up the winner. Elaida do Avriny a'Roihan supported her throughout the war.[3][5] By the time of her coronation, Morgase had two sons, Galad and Gawyn, and was pregnant with a daughter. Upon taking the throne, she told her rivals that she forgave their actions against her, but could not risk her daughter facing her own succession war, and ordered them killed.[4]
In spite of her actions during the war, Morgase has become one of the greatest queens that Andor has ever known. She has sworn to shield her daughter and heir, Elayne, from repeating what she had to do during the war.[3] Morgase supported the idea of her daughter going to the White Tower with the aspiration of reaching the rank of a full Aes Sedai, believing it would benefit her politically.[4]
Season 2[]
Morgase's daughter and heir, Elayne, departs Caemlyn so that she can enroll as a Novice in the White Tower. A servant lets Elayne in with a vast collection of items as a favor for Morgase.[6]
When Elayne, Egwene and Nynaeve have been taken to Falme, Verin Mathwin asks questions around the Tower as to their whereabouts. She finds that Sheriam Bayanar seemingly forgot about noting down that the Novices went to visit Elayne's home in Caemlyn. Sheriam notes that the report says that the three were accompanied by a force of Queen Morgase's soldiers, and is thus sure that all is well.[2]
Season 3[]
Morgase comes to the White Tower after Elayne's mysterious disappearance. She asks Siuan Sanche what happened in the Hall of the Tower, wanting assurances on her daughter's wellbeing. Morgase is delighted to see Elayne, but tells her that she wants her back in Caemlyn, due to the political problems she is facing back home. She tells Elayne to depart with an honorary Great Serpent ring, instead of trying to become a full Aes Sedai. Nevertheless, Elayne is determined to stay at the White Tower and train with the Aes Sedai. Morgase accepts Elayne remaining at the White Tower, and declares that Galad and Gawyn shall stay behind to complete their Warder training, and that Elaida will also return to the Tower.[4]
Appearances[]
Morgase is mentioned in the following episodes:
| The Wheel of Time appearances | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Season 2 episodes | X | m | X | X | m | X | X | X |
| Season 3 episodes | m | ✔ | m | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? |
Quotes[]
- Sheriam
- Verin
- Sheriam
- Verin
- Sheriam
- Verin
- — Season 2 episode 5 Damane
Yes, I'm sure.
Changes from the book series[]
Morgase is an adaptation of the character of the same name 
(book spoilers!) from the book series.
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| Characters |
|---|
        Padan Fain • Liandrin Guirale • Alanna Mosvani • Logain Ablar • Maksim • Ihvon • Min Farshaw • Loial • Siuan Sanche • Leane Sharif • Ishamael • Verin Mathwin • Lanfear • Anvaere Damodred • Dain Bornhald • Aviendha • Gitara Moroso • Moghedien • Elaida do Avriny a'Roihan • Faile Bashere • Season 1 characters • Season 2 characters • Season 3 characters • see all |
References[]
- ↑ Tweet posted 11 Dec 2024. "One more time... Meet the royal family. Luke Fetherston is Lord GAWYN. Callum Kerr is Lord GALAD. Nuno Lopes is Lord Gaebril. And Olivia Williams is Morgase Trakand. Apologies for a Darkfriend tampering with our first tweet.."
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 The Wheel of Time, season 2 episode 5: Damane.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Amazon MGM Studios Press Release: The Wheel of Time Announces Additional New Cast for Season Three. 18 Dec 2024.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 The Wheel of Time, season 3 episode 2: A Question of Crimson.
- ↑ The Wheel of Time, season 3 episode 3: Seeds of Shadow.
- ↑ The Wheel of Time, season 2 episode 2: Strangers and Friends.