Rahvin: Wheel of Time Character Analysis

Race: Forsaken

Sex: Male

Faction: Shadow

Rating: 7.4

Alignment: Lawful Evil

Arena Status: Active (S2)

Rahvin, formerly known as Ared Mosinel, is one of the thirteen Forsaken—the dreaded champions of the Shadow—from The Wheel of Time universe. As one of the most formidable male channelers ever to live, Rahvin’s significance extends well beyond his brief but impactful appearances. Gifted with immense strength in the One Power, Rahvin operates with a blend of charm, strategy, and cruelty. He preferred manipulation and subversion to overt displays of violence, although he was more than capable of such when required. Upon his release from the Bore, he assumed the identity of Lord Gaebril and insinuated himself into Andoran politics, manipulating Queen Morgase and her court through Compulsion. Ultimately, his fate is sealed in a climactic confrontation with Rand al'Thor in The Fires of Heaven.

Rahvin, One of the Forsaken

Season 2 - Arena Summary and Grand Tournament Selections

Season 2 of THE ARENA featured 2,801 contests across 204 contestants from 9 planes of existence. Let's see what happened throughout the season and conference tournaments to set the stage for the grand championship! 

The Second Grand Championship

ASOIAF Character Analysis: Robb Stark

Race: Northmen

Sex: Male

Faction: House Stark

Rating: 6.1

Alignment: Lawful Good

Arena Status: Active (S2)

Robb Stark, heir to Winterfell and the North, is the eldest son of Eddard Stark and Catelyn Tully. Known as the Young Wolf, he rises to prominence during the War of the Five Kings, earning a reputation as a formidable strategist and warrior. Robb’s journey, from a boy groomed for leadership to a king fighting to secure his family’s independence, is one of tragedy, triumph, and the harsh realities of power. His story, filled with honor, betrayal, and the weight of duty, cements him as a key figure in A Song of Ice and Fire.

Robb Stark, The Young Wolf

Astarion: Forgotten Realms Character Analysis

Race: High Elf / Vampire Spawn

Sex: Male

Faction: None

Rating: 6.2

Alignment: Chaotic Neutral

Arena Status: Active (S2)

Astarion Ancunín is one of the most enigmatic and charismatic figures in Baldur’s Gate 3, a high elf rogue whose charm is rivaled only by the darkness of his past. A former magistrate of Baldur’s Gate, his life took a tragic and twisted turn when he was turned into a vampire spawn by the sadistic vampire lord Cazador Szarr. For two centuries, Astarion lived in cruel servitude, forced to lure victims into his master’s clutches and endure constant torment. Now, unexpectedly freed from his master’s control after a chance encounter with the mind flayers, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery, revenge, and, perhaps, redemption.

Astarion Ancunín

Gil-Galad: Lord of the Rings Character Analysis

Race: Elf (Noldor)

Sex: Male

Faction: House of Finarfin / Last Alliance

Rating: 8.0

Alignment: Lawful Good

Arena Status: Active (S2)

Gil-Galad, whose full name is Ereinion Gil-galad (born Artanáro), was a prominent Ñoldorin Elf and the last High King of the Ñoldor in Middle-earth. He ruled during the tumultuous First and Second Ages, holding titles such as King of Lindon, Lord of Eriador, and High King of the Elves of the West. His leadership was marked by alliances with Men, particularly the Númenóreans, and his ultimate sacrifice in the War of the Last Alliance against Sauron.

Gil-Galad, High King of the Ñoldor