Rhed al'Tere

Adriana al'Tere, Senior Member Interview, January 31 2008

What is your Tower name?

Adriana al'Tere

When were you raised to Aes Sedai of the Red Ajah?

October 2003

Why did you choose Red?

The women felt like sisters. I felt at home among them.

Are you like the Red in the Books?

Some parts. I don't hate men at all, but when I joined I was more comfortable around women. I'm independent like the Reds in the books, and when there's a job to do, I'm not afraid to put all of myself into it and get it done.

How long have you been a member of TV.net?

Since spring 2002.

What things do you do for TV.net?

Officially, I write articles for the Tar Valon Times. Unofficially, I've instigated a tradition of being bitten by me at U.S. parties.

Should we be scared because you're Red?

Absolutely. I am Red, and I have sharp teeth.

How did you get to read the Series?

Some friends of mine in high school were reading it, and I tried to read the first book but it was so boring and I hated it. They convinced me it got better, so I got to the Trolloc attack and the rest is history.

If Reds could have bonded, do you think you would have?

It's a possibility. My time as Aes Sedai isn't over, but so far I've not found anyone I'd be willing to bond even if the option were there for me.

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?)

Oh yes. I love them. Functions used to be my big socialization of the year; they provided me with a way to be around people I liked & who had similar interests in me and not be judged. Now, the functions are a place where I can be wholly myself and I can spend time with my friends. I absolutely encourage people to come to events because it helps to understand a person's online persona by meeting them in person.

What are your favorite movies?

Boondock Saints, L.A. Story, The Truman Show, Disney's Robin Hood, Shopgirl, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. I love movies.

What is the craziest/stupidest thing you've ever done?

I once drove about 7 hours to meet a bunch of people from the internet. (That was 2nd Anni in Tennessee.)

What job do you have?

I'm currently a student; I'm working on my Master's degree in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing.

Do you have a pet?

I have 2 cats.

What languages do you speak?

English. And I can read a bit of Latin.

Elaida or Pevara?

Both have their good points. Elaida hates men and hates Rand and wants to control him, but she has a devotion to what she thinks is right. Pevara also has that devotion, and is a little less prejudiced against men. I guess I'd have to go with Pevara.

Shadar Logoth or Manetheren?

Manetheren. I'm a Romantic at heart, and the story of Manetheren is pure high Romance.

Roses or Lilies?

Roses, ick. Give me lilies. Irises are even better.

Dogs or cats?

Cats all the way.

A short bio about yourself.

I grew up in south-central Missouri in a small town. I graduated high school in 2001, and I went to college in another small town in north-central Arkansas. I graduated there in 2005, and I proceeded to move to Kansas City, where I now attend the University of Missouri-Kansas City to earn my Master's in English with an emphasis in Creative Writing/poetry. I have 2 older sisters and an older brother, all of whom live in other states, and a younger brother (married, with kids) and a younger sister. I got my sister to join the site and go to the 3rd Anni party in Chicago, and she was hooked. She has a son, Monkey, who I'm totally crazy for. In what little spare time I have, I like to read, play Guitar Hero, and knit.