Aiel culture is unique to the series, giving characters a lot to unpack.

This meant that they would not so much as touch a weapon, even in self-defense.

However, the Da’shain Aiel are also the reason the Aiel now live in the Three-Fold Land.

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Yet only one holds to their full promise to the Aes Sedai.

Instead, most Aiel are revolted by the Tuatha’an and their pacifism.

The Wheel weaves as the Wheel wills.

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Meanwhile, the original group takes the name Jenn Aiel, meaning “true dedicated.

“These origins explain why Aiel veil their faceswhen going into battle as well as their distaste for swords.

Even though they accept violence, they do not use weapons that have no purpose other than violence.

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