It seems Perrin’s hometown will have to fend for itself.

It’s a surprising yet fitting way to reintroduce them to the wider story.

However, the real highlights of the episode are its many detailed battle sequences.

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At first,it seemed the Two Rivers army had beaten the Trollocs back.

However, Perrin recognizes their retreat means a powerful Darkfriend must be controlling them.

His fears are confirmed when Alanna is ambushed, with Darkfriends joining the fray as the fight continues.

Marcus Rutherford (Perrin Aybara) in The Wheel of Time Season 3, Episode 7-1

For Perrin’s part, he begins managing defenses at home, only forthe Whitecloaks to arrive.

While inside, he’s unable to seal it as an army approaches.

Perrin tells him he’ll let him live if he retreats, appealing to his self-preservation.

Perrin Aybara covered in blood in a battle in The Wheel of Time

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It works, with the overwhelming forces against the Two Rivers running away.

Even so, calls of support for “Lord Perrin Goldeneyes of the Two Rivers” permeate the town.

As of writing,The Wheel of Timeseason 4 has not been confirmed.

Rand speaking to someone in The Wheel of Time season 3

The Wheel of Timeseason 3 finale arrives Thursday, April 17 on Prime Video.

Loial (Hammed Animashaun) introducing himself in The Wheel of Time Season 3 Ep 2

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Moiraine speaking next to Rand looking surprised in The Wheel of Time season 3

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