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''Emerylde niRohan, Senior Member Interview, April 21, 2010''
 
  
;What is your Tower name?
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{{whiteheader1}} Emerald {{WhiteAS}}
Emerylde niRohan
 
  
;When were you raised to Aes Sedai of the White Ajah?
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;Why did you choose White?
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=={{whiteheader1}}Tower History==
I made a point of spending at least two weeks with each Ajah. Some I spent a little more time with than others. Ultimately, when I guested with the White Ajah it just felt like home. I enjoy the connections with the book Whites (logic and philosophy), but also the fact that we are diverse and bring our perspectives together in ways that help unify, rather than divide, us.
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*Joined {{TV}}: November 3, 2005
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*Joined {{Tower}}: July 19, 2006
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*Raised {{Accepted}}: October 23, 2006
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*{{aspired}} to the {{White2}}:
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*Raised {{AS}}: May 19, 2008
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*Retired: May 19, 2021
  
;Are you like the Whites in the Books?
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=={{whiteheader1}}Tower Involvement==
Sometimes. Even in the midst of the wildest emotional extremes, logic is always there. When examining a problem, I look at the facts presented and determine the most logical solution. However I do not consider myself to be cold and aloof and above wordly matters. I have to live in this world, and I'm part of it.
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===Current===
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===Previous===
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*{{sitter}} for the {{white2}}: {{fall12hall}}
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*{{Articles|Emerylde niRohan}}
  
;Are you like a rock and have a serene face all the time?
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===Awards===
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===Merits===
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====Gold====
  
Ha ha haha ha ha haaaaa!!!
 
  
;How was your time as Citizen/Novice/Accepted?
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====Silver====
Thoroughly enjoyable. I was welcomed warmly and had all the usual newbie questions answered with kindness and patience.
 
  
;How long have you been a member of TV.net?
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=={{whiteheader1}}Tower Relationships==
Many, many days. Weeks even. Possibly months. Since October 26th of 2005.
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===Bonding===
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===Mentoring===
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;Mentor
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* [[Annouk Vinkona Úlfanna]], {{as}} of the {{white2}}
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;Mentees
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*[[Avelina Ermen]], {{as}} of the {{red2}}
  
;What things do you do for TV.net?
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===Other Tower Relationships===
I show up occasionally. <_<
 
When I can I like to join the book discussions with new people who join the site and get them further engaged in the site itself.
 
  
;How did you get to read the Series?
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=={{whiteheader1}}Official Event Attendance==
In college, when I played AD&D, the Dungeon Master used elements from the series to create his characters classes and such. I was curious, so I started reading "Eye of the World" and was hooked.
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;To whom are you bonded, if you're bonded?
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=={{whiteheader1}}Senior Member Interview==
Nobody.
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''May 16, 2012''
  
;Who is your mentee, if you have one?
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*;Why did you choose White?  
Nobody.
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I thought early on that I would choose White or Gray. The guesting system was implemented just before I got raised, and I'm so glad that it did. I spent two weeks with each Ajah, going to Gray and White last. I did this because I wanted to make sure I went in to each guesting with an open mind and give myself the chance to really get to know people and the Ajahs. When I guested in White, there was no question. I just knew it was home. The balance of interests, personalities, abilities, and activity within the Ajah fit right in with myown personal style somehow, and I still feel strongly this way.
  
;Who is your favorite character of the Series? Favorite Nation?
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*;Are you like the Whites in the Books? Are you a logical woman with no time for emotion in her life?  
Favorite character changes depending on situation and book. I'm rather fond of Aviendha. Favorite Nation: Saldaea without a doubt. They are known for horsemanship and, I identify strongly with characteristics of some of the female Saldaean characters.
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I am not entirely unlike the women in the books. I do like to debate questions of philosophy and truth. Unlike those in the book, though, I know that emotion is part of the truth about people. We have them. I try to use logic to solve problems that I have, but sometimes logic isn't the answer at all. People need more. Outside of that, I have quite a temper. So... yeah.
  
;Have you ever attended any Real Life Functions? Did you like them if you did, and why? (Why do you think people should come to any future functions?)
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*;Do you have a favorite White Ajah character from the novels?  
Yup. Loved them! It's so nice to put faces to names. In some cases, real life interaction has actually made online interaction easier with people. Plus, the events themselves have been well planned and fun!
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Nope. I couldn't name you a single White from the books other than Alviarin, and she doesn't count. :)
  
;What kind of music do you like?
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*;How long have you been a fan of the Wheel of Time series?  
Traditional Irish, bits and pieces of almost every category of music except heavy metal. Dance, classical, Middle Eastern, Disney soundtracks, Billy Squier, etc.
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Since 1992
  
;What are your favorite movies?
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*;How did you first get into the series?  
Moulin Rouge, A Dog's Breakfast, Paycheck, Minority Report, Princess Bride, The Fifth Element, the Bourne trilogy, The One (Jet Li), lots of kung fu/martial arts flicks
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I played Dungeons and Dragons in college, and our DM would incorporate elements from the series into the game, essentially devising his own system of powers and talents, etc. I wanted to know where these came from, and he pointed me to Eye of the World. Been hooked ever since.
  
;What job do you have?
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*;Who is your favorite "hero"?  
At the time of this survey I am unemployed.
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That one changes depending on the book and the situation. Rand might be my favorite in one part of the story and leave me hopelessly frustrated with his stupidity in another. Min, too. Especially since it's her fault Rand lost a hand. grrr. But Faile is probably my favorite the most consistently. She's strong and fierce and loyal doesn't spend half her time smoothing her skirts. She's a fighter and a leader.
  
;Do you have a pet?
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*;Favorite bad guy/gal?  
No. :-(
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I don't know. Most of them seem so petty and selfish and arrogant, it is difficult to actually like any of them, even in a "love to hate them" sort of way. I mostly just see them as obstacles. So I guess I don't have an opinion on this unless I got into some kind of discussion about it.
  
;What languages do you speak?
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*;Favorite book and scene?  
English
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I think The Shadow Rising is my favorite book. I felt like Rand really stepped out and became truly his own person in this book. Plus I liked delving into the Aiel history and whatnot. As for a favorite scene... Not in The Shadow Rising, but I think maybe my favorite single scene is when Egwene is summoned before the Hall to become Amyrlin.
tiny bits of Irish and Spanish
 
  
;What profession did you want to have when you were a kid?
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*;If you were set down in Randland, who/what would you see yourself as?
I wanted to be a thoroughbred horse racing jockey. (Stupid growthiness. Couldn't stop at 5' to 5'3, could you? Nooooo.)
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Probably Aiel. I identify with the Maidens of the Spear and having the ability to fight in combat with, or without, weapons. Then again, I feel a strong connection to the Aes Sedai. Maybe I just want the ability to channel. Because the Saldaeans are considered to be horse people, I kind of identify with them, too. It's really a tough call.
  
;Randland or our world?
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*;How did you find TarValon.Net and what convinced you to stay and become a Senior Member?  
Ugh. Randland if I can live in Saldaea.
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Don't really remember. I can only assume I was searching for information on the series and stumbled onto this site. I poked around a little, joined in book discussion, liked the community feel, and decided to stick around. I also think that, because I truly had to earn my status, it is something that I value more highly than in other forum communities with which I've been involved.
  
;Alviarin or Seaine?
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*;What do you do in "real life"?  
Why?
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Currently, I am looking for a job.
  
;Books or movies?
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*;Do you have any hobbies?  
Depends on my mood.
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I like to read. I play World of Warcraft. There are certain tv shows that I really enjoy. I like horse racing a lot, so I read up on the greats of the past, the up and comers. I love to try and guess winners, though I very rarely make an actual wager. I play Dungeons and Dragons with a local crew of people. I like logic puzzles.
  
;Candles or lamps?
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*;What kind of music do you enjoy listening to?  
Oil lamps and candles
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Sea shanties, Irish traditional, Some Bollywood and Middle Eastern, Pop, Rock, Country. Basically just about anything that isn't heavy metal, non-swing/big band jazz, and opera. Otherwise I like some of pretty much everything. Oddly, I find myself having great admiration for Lady Gaga. However, Great Big Sea is my favorite band.
  
;A short bio about yourself.
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*;What are some of your favorite movies / television shows? 
After all that other typing I'm supposed to write something longer? *pout*  
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Sadly, my favorite show of all time just recently ended. *bows head* We will never forget you, Chuck. <nowiki>*raises head*</nowiki> Other favorites are ones few people even know about. GvsE, The Invisible Man (2000), Push Nevada, Stargate Atlantis, Eureka, Alias, Lost (except for the stupid, stupid, stupid series finale). Movies - Moulin Rouge, The Princess Bride, The Underworld movies, The Bourne Trilogy, and I think that Hugo was a gorgeous masterpiece of film work.
Born April 2, 1971 in Annapolis, MD
 
Raised in Virginia, Massachusetts and Connecticut.
 
College in VA
 
Moved back to Massachusetts.
 
Played Dungeons and Dragons in college. Somehow got a degree in Communications.
 
Spent lots of time in Irish pubs in Boston for the following 5 years; not drinking, playing with Irish musicians.
 
Moved to Maryland and taught high school for 3 years. Loved the students. The "grown ups" sucked. Politics. Lazy, apathetic parents. Teachers are not paid enough. They shouldn't have tenure, though.
 
Anyway...
 
Worked and lived at Pimlico Racetrack for 2 years, taking care of the racehorses. If I could have made my living at it, I'd have stayed. Major loss in salary factor and ability to keep up with technology, but totally worth it.
 
Worked for an odd little IT company for 4 years. Now unemployed.
 
Ugh. I'm in resume mode.
 
Always love horses. Did a lot of riding in my teens and in college. Little time for it after that, sadly.
 
Had the sweetest dog in the word from 1989 to 1998. 9 sweet years. I still miss her. I'm waiting to get into a good position to where I can get 2 dogs (so they can keep each other company).
 
Meanwhile, I volunteer at the SPCA. Lots of doggies to play with! And when it's time, that's where I will get my dogs from.
 
I like to play guitar and piano even though  I'm horrible at them and can't read music anymore.
 
I am currently reading the Bible. (That sentence should be good for a loooong time, since it's taking me ages to make progress.)
 
I hope that's short enough. :)
 
  
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Incarnations of Immortality by Piers Anthony. Also his Apprentice Adept series. The Black Stallion series by Walter Farley.  Any books about horse racing, particularly the greatest, Man o' War. I am very slowly trying to work my way through the Bible. It will probably take me the rest of my life. :-)
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I wanted to be a jockey. Then I grew too tall. Stupid genetics.
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May 16, 2012

  • Why did you choose White?

I thought early on that I would choose White or Gray. The guesting system was implemented just before I got raised, and I'm so glad that it did. I spent two weeks with each Ajah, going to Gray and White last. I did this because I wanted to make sure I went in to each guesting with an open mind and give myself the chance to really get to know people and the Ajahs. When I guested in White, there was no question. I just knew it was home. The balance of interests, personalities, abilities, and activity within the Ajah fit right in with myown personal style somehow, and I still feel strongly this way.

  • Are you like the Whites in the Books? Are you a logical woman with no time for emotion in her life?

I am not entirely unlike the women in the books. I do like to debate questions of philosophy and truth. Unlike those in the book, though, I know that emotion is part of the truth about people. We have them. I try to use logic to solve problems that I have, but sometimes logic isn't the answer at all. People need more. Outside of that, I have quite a temper. So... yeah.

  • Do you have a favorite White Ajah character from the novels?

Nope. I couldn't name you a single White from the books other than Alviarin, and she doesn't count. :)

  • How long have you been a fan of the Wheel of Time series?

Since 1992

  • How did you first get into the series?

I played Dungeons and Dragons in college, and our DM would incorporate elements from the series into the game, essentially devising his own system of powers and talents, etc. I wanted to know where these came from, and he pointed me to Eye of the World. Been hooked ever since.

  • Who is your favorite "hero"?

That one changes depending on the book and the situation. Rand might be my favorite in one part of the story and leave me hopelessly frustrated with his stupidity in another. Min, too. Especially since it's her fault Rand lost a hand. grrr. But Faile is probably my favorite the most consistently. She's strong and fierce and loyal doesn't spend half her time smoothing her skirts. She's a fighter and a leader.

  • Favorite bad guy/gal?

I don't know. Most of them seem so petty and selfish and arrogant, it is difficult to actually like any of them, even in a "love to hate them" sort of way. I mostly just see them as obstacles. So I guess I don't have an opinion on this unless I got into some kind of discussion about it.

  • Favorite book and scene?

I think The Shadow Rising is my favorite book. I felt like Rand really stepped out and became truly his own person in this book. Plus I liked delving into the Aiel history and whatnot. As for a favorite scene... Not in The Shadow Rising, but I think maybe my favorite single scene is when Egwene is summoned before the Hall to become Amyrlin.

  • If you were set down in Randland, who/what would you see yourself as?

Probably Aiel. I identify with the Maidens of the Spear and having the ability to fight in combat with, or without, weapons. Then again, I feel a strong connection to the Aes Sedai. Maybe I just want the ability to channel. Because the Saldaeans are considered to be horse people, I kind of identify with them, too. It's really a tough call.

  • How did you find TarValon.Net and what convinced you to stay and become a Senior Member?

Don't really remember. I can only assume I was searching for information on the series and stumbled onto this site. I poked around a little, joined in book discussion, liked the community feel, and decided to stick around. I also think that, because I truly had to earn my status, it is something that I value more highly than in other forum communities with which I've been involved.

  • What do you do in "real life"?

Currently, I am looking for a job.

  • Do you have any hobbies?

I like to read. I play World of Warcraft. There are certain tv shows that I really enjoy. I like horse racing a lot, so I read up on the greats of the past, the up and comers. I love to try and guess winners, though I very rarely make an actual wager. I play Dungeons and Dragons with a local crew of people. I like logic puzzles.

  • What kind of music do you enjoy listening to?

Sea shanties, Irish traditional, Some Bollywood and Middle Eastern, Pop, Rock, Country. Basically just about anything that isn't heavy metal, non-swing/big band jazz, and opera. Otherwise I like some of pretty much everything. Oddly, I find myself having great admiration for Lady Gaga. However, Great Big Sea is my favorite band.

  • What are some of your favorite movies / television shows?

Sadly, my favorite show of all time just recently ended. *bows head* We will never forget you, Chuck. *raises head* Other favorites are ones few people even know about. GvsE, The Invisible Man (2000), Push Nevada, Stargate Atlantis, Eureka, Alias, Lost (except for the stupid, stupid, stupid series finale). Movies - Moulin Rouge, The Princess Bride, The Underworld movies, The Bourne Trilogy, and I think that Hugo was a gorgeous masterpiece of film work.

  • Aside from The Wheel of Time, what are a few of your favorite books/series?

Incarnations of Immortality by Piers Anthony. Also his Apprentice Adept series. The Black Stallion series by Walter Farley. Any books about horse racing, particularly the greatest, Man o' War. I am very slowly trying to work my way through the Bible. It will probably take me the rest of my life. :-)

  • What profession did you want to have when you were a kid?

I wanted to be a jockey. Then I grew too tall. Stupid genetics.