Istaban Novares
From Tar Valon Library
A similar entry appears in the Wheel of Time Companion confirming the information available in the main story arc.
Istaban Novares was one of the founders of the nation of Tear. Along with Yseidre Tirado, he declared independance as soon as Hawkwing's death was confirmed in FY 994 and used the Stone as a base to expand their nation (The Wheel of Time Roleplaying Game).