I'm not certain that I draw from any one culture more than others. Many myths and legends of many different cultures are really the same story when you get to the heart of it. They are often cultural cautionary tales about how we should behave and how we should live.

You are as eloquent as ever, Mat," Egwene said dryly. "Do you still have your pet fox?" "I do," Mat said. "He's snuggled up nice and warm.

Has anyone ever told you that you should wear a hat? It would fit the missing eye quite well.' -Kathana to Mat

The way back will come but once. Be steadfast.

The Golden Crane flies for Tarmon Gai'don!

Perrin, my father says a general can take care of the living or weep for the dead, but he cannot do both.

The nobles and the noble Houses maneuver for advantage. They do things they think will help them, or hurt and enemy, or both. Usually, it's all done in secrecy, or if not, they try to make it seem as if they're doing something other than what they are.