I would agree with Mats inaginary friend. Aes Sedai have not had any real channenges for so long they are very much behidn the times. The only real challenge comes from either a man who has learned to channell and and a more successful false dragon.
With the first the man might be scared out of his wits (see early Rand) and have no real idea of what he is doing. Two or three Aes Sedai should be more than enough to overwhelm him. In some cases the male even surrenders willingly as Cadsuanai told Rand.
With a more successful false dragon they gather 13 and overwhelm him, no skill or finess required.
TGS Spoiler
This was shown quite clearly when the head of the Green Ajah in the Tower who we presume has some ability in fighting being head of the Battle Ajah, was absolutely no match for a combat trained Damane.
The damane might not be able to link but with the way there are always battles and rebellions going on in Seanchan they have plenty of chances to practice their skills and improve them.
With the first the man might be scared out of his wits (see early Rand) and have no real idea of what he is doing. Two or three Aes Sedai should be more than enough to overwhelm him. In some cases the male even surrenders willingly as Cadsuanai told Rand.
With a more successful false dragon they gather 13 and overwhelm him, no skill or finess required.
TGS Spoiler
This was shown quite clearly when the head of the Green Ajah in the Tower who we presume has some ability in fighting being head of the Battle Ajah, was absolutely no match for a combat trained Damane.
The damane might not be able to link but with the way there are always battles and rebellions going on in Seanchan they have plenty of chances to practice their skills and improve them.
Lews Therin's power
05/01/2010 03:11:06 PM
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Generally speaking I think you are spot on with this analysis
05/01/2010 11:37:48 PM
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The Aes Sedai probably should use more finesse....
06/01/2010 05:41:03 AM
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Indeed ... it makes a sad sort of sense given the last 3000 years!
06/01/2010 05:43:18 AM
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Sounds good, but one small point
06/01/2010 05:22:41 AM
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Re: Sounds good, but one small point
06/01/2010 11:02:45 AM
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