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<p>Mat has just been crowned our Cage Match King!  Although many thought it couldn't be done, he beat his foe, Moridin.  We are also pleased to report that Bela won the consolation match against Narg.</p>
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<p>We hope you enjoyed participating in the cage matches this year.  How did you like the matches? Would you like us to do them again next year?  Feel free to share your feedback and congratulate Mat either here or <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67708-congratulations-mat/" rel="external nofollow">in this thread</a>.</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">278</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2012 06:15:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Dragonmount Weekly Roundup: February 12-18, 2012</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/dragonmount-weekly-roundup-february-12-18-2012-r273/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/cd5ed2a7eb80a8e7cab26856eb637ddb.jpg.9230bc8436ddb1454174830788c24e91.jpg" /></p>

<p>It's the final countdown!  Our <em>Wheel of Time</em> <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">cage matches</a> come to an exciting conclusion this week.  Don't miss this spectacular event!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Many of you have probably taken an online Ajah test, just for kicks.  One of our posters from the General Discussion forum made the most thorough <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66048-ajah-test/" rel="external nofollow">Ajah test</a> I've encountered so far.  Come check it out.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Band of the Red Hand Social Group chose <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67230-botrh-february-2012s-music-theme-love-songs/" rel="external nofollow">Love Songs</a> as their music theme for February.  Keep an eye on the thread I linked above for more details on this month's events.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Gray Ajah from the White Tower & Warders Social Group wants you to celebrate Valentine's Day with them.  <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67396-grayt-jello-love-fest/" rel="external nofollow">Look here</a> for a guide to the week's events.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>One of our role players has been trying on different personalities in a diverse array of character portrayals.  You can read this interesting twist on traditional role playing <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64447-rich-man-poor-man/page__pid__2150988?do=findComment&comment=2150988" rel="external nofollow">here.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you haven't been to our <a href="http://twitter.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> account recently, you may be missing out on free goodies!  We've been advertising a lot of giveaways lately.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>That's it for now!  Dwynwen out.</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">273</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 03:13:07 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Our Final Week of the Cage Matches is Here!</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/our-final-week-of-the-cage-matches-is-here33-r272/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/045ed395c19039d87c125790d61731e8.png.9d68c3458a577731fff68bbe2accd7cd.png" /></p>

<p>Welcome to Week 5, the final week of our <em>Wheel of Time</em> Cage Matches! </p>
<p> </p>
<p>For those of you who are dying to know who the winners were for last week, here they are:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) Moridin vs. Nynaeve (Winner = <strong>Moridin</strong>)</p>
<p>2.) Mat vs. Lan (Winner = <strong>Mat</strong>)</p>
<p> </p>
<p>We are now down to our last two fighters--one channeler and one non-channeler going up against each other:</p>
<p> </p>
<p><a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67514-week-5-mat-vs-moridin/" rel="external nofollow">Mat vs. Moridin</a>  </p>
<p> </p>
<p>We also have a Consolation Match featuring two characters who were not in the original matches, for the sake of sheer hilarity:</p>
<p> </p>
<p><a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67515-week-5-narg-vs-bela/" rel="external nofollow">Narg vs. Bela</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Please head to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">this forum</a> in order to participate. You will need to register for our forums in order to post and vote. Votes posted in the comments section of the front page or anywhere other than the appointed thread polls will not count! Also, please <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66751-welcome-to-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches/" rel="external nofollow">read this</a> before posting in the other threads. That thread has a lot of information in it, including our tournament schedule.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Who will win? Will it be handsome Mat or hideous Moridin?  Will the consolation prize be taken by the enigmatic equine or the terrifying Trolloc? You decide!</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">272</guid><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 02:05:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Dragonmount Weekly Roundup: February 5-11, 2012</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/dragonmount-weekly-roundup-february-5-11-2012-r270/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/363cd90865669fd5f4891b230ada5bf7.jpg.5371d71a07ba46e74b05f05ba089c7f6.jpg" /></p>

<p>We have just two weeks left of our <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">cage matches.</a>  The fights have been getting more intense, and this week is certainly no exception.  Who do you think the winners will be?  Make sure to let your voice be heard by voting in the relevant polls.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The denizens of our General Wheel of Time Discussion forum are in a playful mood this week.  They want to hear your thoughts on what <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67257-self-help-books-written-by-the-forsaken/" rel="external nofollow">self-help books written by the Forsaken</a> might look like.  I had a ball just reading this thread.  Would you actually buy any of the self-help books listed in the thread?  I think I'd buy Lanfear's guide to catching and keeping a man.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Some people from our TV Show and Sports Discussion forum have been <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/63320-nfl-2011-weekly-pickem/" rel="external nofollow">placing bets on NFL games.</a>  The Super Bowl was yesterday, so head to the thread I just linked to discuss it.  Did you correctly predict who won?</p>
<p> </p>
<p><a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67183-februrary-2012-acw-guild-challenge/" rel="external nofollow">Purity</a> is this month's theme for the Artists, Crafters, and Writers Guild's monthly challenge.  Since this is a common theme in art, I'm hoping that many of you will take this challenge.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Aiel Social Group will be hosting a <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67240-spears-and-hearts/" rel="external nofollow">Spears and Hearts Week</a> from February 7th through 14th.  Love and romance will be in the air, and you can participate in games, poems, and even a dance.  Everyone is welcome to come play!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Kin Social Group has plenty of activities planned to celebrate February, including a Valentine cards exchange.  Keep an eye on <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67187-february-the-kin/" rel="external nofollow">this thread</a> throughout the month for updates.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>What happens when a fine warrior agrees to teach sword fighting to a merchant's clumsy son?  Find out in the role play <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67319-of-swords-and-sons/" rel="external nofollow">Of Swords and Sons.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Would you like to see goofy pictures of <strong>Brandon Sanderson</strong> from his recent Taiwan trip?  If so, they can be found <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ffoundation" rel="external nofollow">on this Facebook page.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>That's all for this week!</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">270</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 01:02:48 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Week 4 of the Wheel of Time Cage Matches Has Arrived</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/week-4-of-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches-has-arrived-r269/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/fda1cbbe791c261674ef1c9804c5c76e.png.c86dd64716cc2f9a6f905f548fa8944f.png" /></p>

<p>Welcome to Week 4 of our <em>Wheel of Time</em> Cage Matches! </p>
<p> </p>
<p>For those of you who are dying to know who the winners were for last week, here they are:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) Nynaeve vs. Lanfear (Winner = <strong>Nynaeve</strong>)</p>
<p>2.) Moridin vs. Logain (Winner = <strong>Moridin</strong>)</p>
<p>3.) Padan Fain vs. Lan (Winner = <strong>Lan</strong>)</p>
<p>4.) Mat vs. Birgitte (Winner = <strong>Mat</strong>)</p>
<p> </p>
<p>We are now down to four fighters: two channelers and two non-channelers.  Our first match for this week is in the channeler bracket, and our second match is in the non-channeler bracket:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67322-week-4-moridin-vs-nynaeve/" rel="external nofollow">Moridin vs. Nynaeve</a></p>
<p>2.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67321-week-4-mat-vs-lan/" rel="external nofollow">Mat vs. Lan</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Please head to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">this forum</a> in order to participate. You will need to register for our forums in order to post and vote. Votes posted in the comments section of the front page or anywhere other than the appointed thread polls will not count! Also, please <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66751-welcome-to-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches/" rel="external nofollow">read this</a> before posting in the other threads. That thread has a lot of information in it, including our tournament schedule.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Who will win? Who will have made it this far only to fail spectacularly? You decide!</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">269</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Feb 2012 22:50:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Dragonmount Weekly Roundup: January 29-February 4, 2012</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/dragonmount-weekly-roundup-january-29-february-4-2012-r266/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/7299b8291efed42b3352558676de6198.jpg.3b60f915acf1cc7a79af2f8d8f8b5156.jpg" /></p>

<p>Yes, as I've been wont to do at the start of my roundups lately, I am going to point you towards our <em>Wheel of Time</em> <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">cage matches</a>.  This is the biggest event we have had in a long time, so don't miss it!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Egwene is not in our cage matches this year, but that doesn't mean we aren't fond of <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/8039-egwene-alvere-jumped-up-inkeepers-daughter/" rel="external nofollow">talking about her.</a>  This thread is part of the Structured Wheel of Time Discussion forum, so be sure to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/8056-dos-and-donts-read-this-before-you-post/" rel="external nofollow">read this</a> before posting.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If the Aiel had pets, <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67051-if-aiel-had-pets/" rel="external nofollow">what would they be?</a>  The Aiel Social Group would like to hear your thoughts on this interesting question.  I've certainly never thought about this before.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Black Tower Social Group is hosting a <em>Wheel of Time</em> Trivial Pursuit Game.  Sign-ups are <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66968-wot-trivial-pursuit-at-the-black-tower-starts-monday-30th-january/" rel="external nofollow">in this thread.</a>  Even if you do not play, this looks like it will be fun to watch.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Shayol Ghul Social Group is <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67056-read-this-now-or-perish-in-a-lava-pit/" rel="external nofollow">putting together an elite team of thirteen people</a> to help make their group a better place.  Visit the thread I linked above to see how you can apply for the team.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Green Ajah from our White Tower Role Playing Group is going on a field trip!  See what adventures befall them in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66798-all-the-right-moves/" rel="external nofollow">All the Right Moves.</a>  </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Finally, as always, keep an eye on our <a href="http://twitter.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a> accounts for links to more interesting things.</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">266</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:58:21 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Week 3 of the Wheel of Time Cage Matches Is Here!</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/week-3-of-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches-is-here33-r265/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/258aef90acf6f857b348a4fb5d29499d.png.23f6bcc4ca14db6cad17fa4b7e98cc27.png" /></p>

<p>Welcome to Week 3 of our <em>Wheel of Time</em> Cage Matches! </p>
<p> </p>
<p>For those of you who are dying to know who the winners were for last week, here they are:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) Birgitte vs. Min (Winner = <strong>Birgitte</strong>)</p>
<p>2.) Lan vs. Thom (Winner = <strong>Lan</strong>)</p>
<p>3.) Padan Fain vs. Shaidar Haran (Winner = <strong>Padan Fain</strong>)</p>
<p>4.) Selucia vs. Mat (Winner = <strong>Mat</strong>)</p>
<p> </p>
<p>We are now down to eight fighters: four channelers and four non-channelers.  Our first two matches for this week are in the channeler bracket, and our last two are in the non-channeler bracket:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67120-week-3-nynaeve-vs-lanfear/" rel="external nofollow">Nynaeve vs. Lanfear</a> </p>
<p>2.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67121-week-3-moridin-vs-logain/" rel="external nofollow">Moridin vs. Logain</a></p>
<p>3.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67122-week-3-padan-fain-vs-lan/" rel="external nofollow">Padan Fain vs. Lan</a></p>
<p>4.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/67123-week-3-mat-vs-birgitte/" rel="external nofollow">Mat vs. Birgitte</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Please head to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">this forum</a> in order to participate. You will need to register for our forums in order to post and vote. Votes posted in the comments section of the front page or anywhere other than the appointed thread polls will not count! Also, please <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66751-welcome-to-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches/" rel="external nofollow">read this</a> before posting in the other threads. That thread has a lot of information in it, including our tournament schedule.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Who will win? Who will end in glory, and who will end up gory? You decide!</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">265</guid><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 23:20:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Dragonmount Weekly Roundup: January 22-28, 2012</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/dragonmount-weekly-roundup-january-22-28-2012-r260/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/52afc9333b6d2bac87e2d219ad1a2c76.jpg.00d7ebaa493f438d9a8ea746844bf621.jpg" /></p>

<p>Greetings, loyal readers!  I hope you all have been taking part in our <em>Wheel of Time</em> <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">cage matches.</a>  If you haven't, you've been missing out on all the fun!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Of course, that's not the only thing happening on our vast website.  If the gory deaths from the cage matches have you wondering about the concepts of rebirth and the afterlife in the <em>Wheel of Time</em>, take a look at <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66862-rebirth-the-horn-and-what-happens-in-tar/" rel="external nofollow">this thread</a> in our General Wheel of Time Discussion forum.  I bet you'll learn something interesting there.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>It's time to play <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66805-tune-or-no-tune-domino-by-jessie-j-16th-january-23rd-january-2012/" rel="external nofollow">Tune or No Tune</a> with the Band of the Red Hand Social Group!  The game is simple: vote "tune" if you enjoy the featured song and "no tune" if you dislike it.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Kin Social Group would like to know <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66776-whats-your-hobby/" rel="external nofollow">what your hobbies are.</a>  Come share what you like and get ideas for new things to try.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Some strange things are happening to two Asha'man in the role play <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66674-riding-the-waves-of-time/" rel="external nofollow">Riding the Waves of Time.</a>  See if you can separate dreams from reality.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you were at Chattacon this weekend, drop by our <a href="http://twitter.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> account and tell us what you did.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>That's it for this week!</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">260</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>It's Time for Week 2 of Our Wheel of Time Cage Matches</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/it39s-time-for-week-2-of-our-wheel-of-time-cage-matches-r259/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/f1c02754924fa52dfa18c1f8f7882211.gif.4957a9591d9a61f7e0ed58ead30850f4.gif" /></p>

<p>Welcome to Week 2 of our <em>Wheel of Time</em> Cage Matches! </p>
<p> </p>
<p>For those of you who are dying to know who the winners were for last week, here they are:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) Moiraine vs. Nynaeve (Winner = <strong>Nynaeve</strong>)</p>
<p>2.) Cadsuane vs. Lanfear (Winner = <strong>Lanfear</strong>)</p>
<p>3.) Logain vs. Taim (Winner = <strong>Logain</strong>)</p>
<p>4.) Moridin vs. Aviendha (Winner = <strong>Moridin</strong>)</p>
<p> </p>
<p>This week, we are featuring fighters from our non-channeler bracket:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66950-week-2-birgitte-vs-min/" rel="external nofollow">Birgitte vs. Min</a></p>
<p>2.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66951-week-2-lan-vs-thom/" rel="external nofollow">Lan vs. Thom</a></p>
<p>3.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66952-week-2-padan-fain-vs-shaidar-haran/" rel="external nofollow">Padan Fain vs. Shaidar Haran</a></p>
<p>4.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66953-week-2-selucia-vs-mat/" rel="external nofollow">Selucia vs. Mat</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Please head to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">this forum</a> in order to participate. You will need to register for our forums in order to post and vote.  Votes posted in the comments section of the front page or anywhere other than the appointed thread polls will not count! Also, please <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66751-welcome-to-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches/" rel="external nofollow">read this</a> before posting in the other threads. That thread has a lot of information in it, including our tournament schedule.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Who will win? Who will bite the dust? You decide!</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">259</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:05:00 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Dragonmount Weekly Roundup: January 15-21, 2012</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/dragonmount-weekly-roundup-january-15-21-2012-r258/</link><description><![CDATA[
<p><img src="https://dragonmount.com/uploads/monthly_2017_11/8a317693312e159267850c37c16be916.jpg.8af8e5890b4c86430c207e349d32133c.jpg" /></p>

<p>As I mentioned in yesterday's article, our <em>Wheel of Time</em> cage matches have begun!  Stop by <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">this shiny new Cage Match forum</a> and <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66751-welcome-to-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches/" rel="external nofollow">read this thread first</a> to participate.  You will need to be a registered member of the forums in order to vote and comment on the fights.  We are extremely excited about this and hope you get as pumped up about the matches as we are!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Moving on to our regular forums, I see that the discussion of the upcoming movie <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/44059-the-hobbit/" rel="external nofollow"><em>The Hobbit</em></a> is still going strong in our Movies and Games Discussion forum.  Do you think this movie will live up to the hype?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Are you the sort of writer who can't get your creative juices flowing without listening to mood-appropriate music?  If so, let the Artists, Crafters, and Writers Guild know about <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65007-music-to-write-to/" rel="external nofollow">the music you listen to while writing.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Hey, world travelers!  If you've visited captivating places and want to share your photos with our community, the Aiel Social Group has <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/58651-postcards-to-the-waste/" rel="external nofollow">just the thread for you.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>It's that time again!  The Black Tower Social Group is taking submissions for its <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66648-january-shockwave-comp/" rel="external nofollow">January Shockwave Competition.</a>  You have until January 24th to submit your game.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The bonded pair Elessar and Carys begin their third adventure in the role play <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66647-an-echo-of-a-windfinder%E2%80%99s-call-attn-carys-sedai/" rel="external nofollow">An Echo of a Windfinder's Call.</a>  These two are good writers, so I'm looking forward to seeing how this new tale unfolds.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If stalking us on the forums isn't enough for you, we can also be found on <a href="http://twitter.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://plus.google.com/112841434961686606008/posts" rel="external nofollow">Google+</a>.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Have fun this week, and be sure to check the cage matches!</p>
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<p>The <em>Wheel of Time</em> cage matches I first mentioned in last week's roundup have begun! </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Some of you are familiar with the popular Suvudu cage matches, which pit famous sci fi and fantasy characters against each other in bracketed tournaments. Our matches will be similar to Suvudu's, but they will be with <em>Wheel of Time</em> characters only.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Your hardworking Admins and DM Staff have chosen sixteen <em>Wheel of Time</em> characters (eight channelers and eight non-channelers) to fight each other in a bracketed tournament. We've got a bracket for the channelers and a bracket for the non-channelers. Each cage match includes impressive art and a write-up of how we think the fight might go. The actual results are determined via polls, in which registered members can vote. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Please head to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/374-wot-cage-match/" rel="external nofollow">this forum</a> in order to participate.  You will need to register for our forums in order to post and vote.  Also, please <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66751-welcome-to-the-wheel-of-time-cage-matches/" rel="external nofollow">read this before posting in the other threads.</a>  That thread has a lot of information in it, including our tournament schedule.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Every Sunday for the duration of the tournament, I will report the ongoing matches for the week and the winners from previous matches.  Here are our fights for this week:</p>
<p> </p>
<p>1.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66755-week-1-moiraine-vs-nynaeve/" rel="external nofollow">Moiraine vs. Nynaeve</a> </p>
<p>2.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66752-week-1-cadsuane-vs-lanfear/" rel="external nofollow">Cadsuane vs. Lanfear</a></p>
<p>3.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66754-week-1-logain-vs-taim/" rel="external nofollow">Logain vs. Taim</a></p>
<p>4.) <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66753-week-1-moridin-vs-aviendha/" rel="external nofollow">Moridin vs. Aviendha</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Who will win?  Who will die in shame?  You decide!</p>
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<p>Long time fans of <em>Dragonmount</em> might recall that way back in 1998, we had a monthly email newsletter with all the latest news and events in the <em>Wheel of Time</em> community. With the publication of <em>A Memory of Light</em> this year, it seems like a good idea to revive this and use it to keep everyone abreast of the latest from Team Jordan. We'll also use this newsletter to highlight our vibrant forum community, news from Dragon*Con, JordanCon, WorldCon and other conventions, as well as highlights from other <em>Wheel of Time</em> communities. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Interested in receiving this newsletter? It's simple. Just register an account on our site and make sure that you have "receive email from the site" enabled. Also, double check your spam filters and make sure you whitelist "truesource@dragonmount.com", the address the newsletter will come from.</p>
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<p>Before I clue you in to this week's news, I want to give you an early heads up about something exciting we have planned for next week.  Some of you may be familiar with the <a href="http://suvudu.com/" rel="external nofollow">Suvudu</a> cage matches, which pit popular characters from sci fi and fantasy against each other.  Starting next week, we'll be hosting our own version of the cage matches right here on <em>Dragonmount</em>, featuring only <em>Wheel of Time</em> characters.  I will alert you once we've started and will point you in the right direction in next week's roundup.  </p>
<p> </p>
<p>Now, without further ado, I bring you this week's highlights...</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you aren't afraid of long threads and enjoy waxing philosophical about Mazrim Taim, we have <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/8369-mazrim-taim-the-loose-cannon/" rel="external nofollow">just the thread for you</a> in our Structured Wheel of Time Discussion forum.  Make sure you read the <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/8056-dos-and-donts-read-this-before-you-post/" rel="external nofollow">rules of this forum</a> before you post.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Now that 2011 is over, look back on the television shows you've seen and <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66279-2011-year-in-review-in-tv/" rel="external nofollow">tell us what you think were the best and worst shows of the year.</a>  I'm sure the people in the TV Show & Sports Discussion forum are eager to hear your opinions.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Artists, Crafters, and Writers Guild is starting off the new year with a new Challenge theme:  <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66423-january-2012-acw-guild-challenge/" rel="external nofollow">Alpha and Omega.</a>  All are welcome to participate.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Band of the Red Hand Social Group is kicking off 2012 with a battle between the top singles from the past year in their <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66591-2011-top-singles-its-a-knockout-current-vote-round-1-tie-1/" rel="external nofollow">It's a Knockout</a> game.  It's easy to play--just vote for your favorite song for each round!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Our role players have devised an intriguing story in which an Aiel is training to become an Asha'man.  If you're wondering how that unusual situation might look, head over and read <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65391-clothing-101-attention-jureal/" rel="external nofollow">Clothing 101.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Our <a href="http://twitter.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> account is buzzing with talk of <em>Wheel of Time</em> tattoos.  Are any of you thinking of getting a new <em>Wheel of Time</em> tattoo?  Do any of you already have some you'd like to show us?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Farewell for now.  Be sure to stop by next week for the epic cage matches!</p>
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<p>Happy New Year, everyone!  I hope you all had a safe and enjoyable holiday season.  Let's see how the various groups around <em>Dragonmount</em> are ringing in 2012.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>It looks like the members in our General Wheel of Time Discussion forum have already started the new year with a juicy discussion topic:  <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66078-pillowfriends/" rel="external nofollow">pillowfriends.</a>  Come share your thoughts about the possible meanings and implications of this term.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>We've recently posted about several upcoming conventions in our <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/214-meets-and-conventions/" rel="external nofollow">Meets and Conventions</a> forum.  <strong>Brandon Sanderson</strong> will be attending several of these.  Go ahead and check to see if he will be in a city near you!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Kin Social Group has a <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66354-saying-goodbye-to-2011/" rel="external nofollow">thought-provoking question</a> for you.  What memories of 2011 are you taking with you into 2012?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The White Ajah of the White Tower & Warders Social Group is proud to present our annual Winter Carnival!  (Yes, for those who were wondering, that's my Ajah.)  Check out <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66393-the-white-ajahs-annual-winter-carnival/" rel="external nofollow">this thread</a> for information and links to all the Carnival activities.  This Carnival will be our biggest to date.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Wolfkin Social Group invites you to play a <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66347-january-game/" rel="external nofollow">caption game</a> with them this month.  Stop by and join in the fun!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>After a hiatus, it appears that our role players have continued their <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/58022-intrigue-in-murandy/" rel="external nofollow">Intrigue in Murandy</a> story.  It's been awhile since I reported on this story, so be sure to check the updates.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you got any <em>Wheel of Time</em> themed holiday loot, drop by our <a href="http://twitter.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> account and show us!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>That's all for this week.  We have more exciting events planned for you soon, so continue to watch this space!</p>
]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">252</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:18:04 +0000</pubDate></item><item><title>Most Popular Dragonmount Articles for 2011</title><link>https://dragonmount.com/news/website/most-popular-dragonmount-articles-for-2011-r251/</link><description><![CDATA[
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<p>As we close out the year, I thought it would be fun to look back and see what the biggest articles we ran this year were. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>#6. Our Fan Art Friday <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/events/fan-art-friday/fan-art-friday-elayne-trakand-r125" rel="external nofollow">featuring Elayne</a> really struck a chord with everyone. This surprises me, but I don't know why. We had several very popular Fan Art Fridays, but Elayne is by far the most popular. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>#5.  Our next article was <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/amol/dm-to-make-amol-videos" rel="external nofollow">our announcement back in April</a> that <strong>Jason Denze</strong>l would be making multiple live action trailers for <em>A Memory of Light</em>. Sadly, that project was canceled. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>#4. Back in February, lots of folks started re-reading the <em>Wheel of Time</em> series in preparation for <em>A Memory of Light</em>. We wrote <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/book-news/wheel-of-time-re-read-time-r89" rel="">a short article about some of them</a>, including<strong> Brandon Sanderson</strong>'s. We really ought to do a follow up and see which ones are still updating in 2012. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>#3. Our article <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/tom/ebook-cover-art-for-towers-of-midnight-r83" rel="external nofollow">revealing the eBook cover art</a> for <em>Towers of Midnight</em> was very popular. Perrin at his forge was a real crowd pleaser. </p>
<p> </p>
<p>#2. Our runner up was <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/amol/amol-update" rel="external nofollow">this edition</a> of Wheel of Time Video News with <strong>Kristen Nedopak</strong>. Sadly, her schedule doesn't allow her to do these anymore. They were really fun. But what topic had everyone buzzing? Why, speculating on when <em>A Memory of Light</em> might be released of course.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>#1. Our most popular article this year was... <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/amol/a-memory-of-light-release-date-speculation-r202" rel="external nofollow"><em>A Memory of Light</em> Release Date Speculation</a>. It's actually the second most popular article on the site, eclipsing nearly all of our <em>Towers of Midnight</em> coverage in 2010. You guys sure are excited to read this book, huh? </p>
<p> </p>
<p>I can't wait to find out what gets everyone excited in 2012!</p>
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<p>The holidays are upon us!  As a result, your friendly neighborhood front page bloggers are going to be on hiatus from writing our regularly featured articles during the week of December 25-31.  We hope that none of you experience withdrawal symptoms next week.  </p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you enjoyed <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/theoryblog/it-works-in-theory-a-halo-of-gold-and-blue-r242" rel="external nofollow">last week's theory blog</a> about Logain, visit our General Wheel of Time Discussion forum to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/56710-thoughts-on-logain/" rel="external nofollow">speculate further about his future glory.</a>  I strongly recommend reading the theory blog first, since Despothera gave us plenty of interesting ideas to consider.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The holiday season is a popular time for movie releases.  Which new films are you most likely to see this December?  Visit our Movies Discussion forum and <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65976-what-movie-are-you-most-likely-to-see-this-december/" rel="external nofollow">let us know.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you've stopped by the Artists, Crafters, and Writers Guild lately, you may have noticed a thread about an opportunity to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/66061-there-is-still-time-to-enter-the-hugo-base-design-competition/" rel="external nofollow">design the base of the prestigious Hugo Award trophy.</a>  Yes, you will have to enter a competition in order to do this, but there is still time to enter, and it is a fantastic way to get your name out there as an artist.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you are a member of the Shayol Ghul Social Group and want to help its leaders make it the best group it can be, <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65771-feedback-for-points/" rel="external nofollow">report here</a> and give them your feedback.  You'll even get points for doing this!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Wolfkin Social Group wants to hear <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65621-december-discussion/" rel="external nofollow">all about Christmas</a> from you.  What was the best present you ever received?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Rumors of Trollocs that are too close for comfort lead some sisters of the Green Ajah to abruptly leave the White Tower.  See where this role play, <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65780-rumors-outside-the-shining-walls/" rel="external nofollow">Rumors Outside the Shining Walls</a>, takes these brave women.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>As always, if you want to keep up with us over the holiday break, keep an eye on our <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://plus.google.com/112841434961686606008/posts" rel="external nofollow">Google +</a> accounts.  Happy holidays, everyone!</p>
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<p>Welcome back, festive fans!  We've had a lot of things happening on both the front page and the forums lately, so be sure to peruse everything when you get a chance.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Those of you who have been following our front page and forums know that iconic fantasy artist <strong>Darrell K. Sweet</strong> has passed away.  We continue to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65758-darrell-k-sweet-has-passed-away/" rel="external nofollow">reminisce about him</a> in our General Wheel of Time Discussion forum.  Feel free to stop by and pay your respects.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you enjoy trying to predict who will survive the Last Battle, stop by our A Memory of Light Non Spoiler Discussion forum.  <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65637-which-of-these-characters-will-die/" rel="external nofollow">Take the poll</a> and see what others think.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The December Challenge in the Artists, Crafters, and Writers Guild is all about <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65766-december-challenge-extravagance/" rel="external nofollow">Extravagance!</a>  Let's see how you can capture this concept in your artistic medium of choice.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Kin Social Group has numerous December activities planned.  Check <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65842-december-the-kin/" rel="external nofollow">this thread</a> for more information about such events as their party every day threads, Christmas card exchange, and Great Tree, among others.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Aiel Social Group is discussing <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65832-holiday-traditions-and-celebrations-around-the-world/" rel="external nofollow">holiday traditions and celebrations from around the world.</a>  Come learn about the traditions from other cultures and share some of your own.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Our role players seem to enjoy writing about naughty novices.  Check out the outcome of the latest novice prank in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65563-unfortunate-meeting/" rel="external nofollow">Unfortunate Meeting.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>It's a Darkfriend hunt!  See what our role players uncover in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65540-information-gathering/page__pid__2072251?do=findComment&comment=2072251" rel="external nofollow">Information Gathering.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>We just added <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/store/product/56-24k-gold-plated-bronze-ashaman-dragon-pin-rj-36/" rel="external nofollow">gold plated bronze Asha'man pins</a> to our <em>Dragonmount</em> store.  They'd make great stocking stuffers.  For more up-to-date information similar to this, keep an eye on our <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a>, or <a href="https://plus.google.com/112841434961686606008/posts" rel="external nofollow">Google+</a> accounts.</p>
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<p>Happy December, faithful readers!  I hope the start of this month has been joyous rather than chaotic for you.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>In your opinion, what were the top five fantasy books of 2011?  Visit our General Discussion forum and <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65655-top-five-fantasy-of-2011/" rel="external nofollow">share your thoughts</a>.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Our thread on HBO's <em>Game of Thrones</em> is still going strong.  If you want to <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/53712-game-of-thrones/" rel="external nofollow">join the hype</a>, come to our TV Show & Sports Discussion forum.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Aiel Social Group's <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65552-aiel-wasteland-auction/" rel="external nofollow">Wasteland Auction</a> that I told you about two weeks ago has finally begun!  Remember, you don't need points or money to play, but bring your honor.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>It's time to submit games for the Black Tower Social Group's <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65734-december-shockwave-competition/" rel="external nofollow">December Shockwave Competition</a>.  You have until December 24th or so to submit games, then voting will commence.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Wolfkin Social Group is hosting a <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65620-december-competition/" rel="external nofollow">December Competition</a>.  Who can design the best snowflakes?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/50403-a-bit-of-tea-on-the-dark-side/" rel="external nofollow">A Bit of Tea on the Dark Side</a> role play is still continuing.  Come catch up with the Black Ajah!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The drawing to get your name into <em>A Memory of Light</em> recently closed.  We'd like to thank everyone who participated.</p>
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<p>I hope that those of you who celebrated Thanksgiving last Thursday had a wonderful time and aren't feeling distressed about overindulging in delicious food.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Those who have cherished <em>The Wheel of Time</em> for years have assuredly experienced a myriad of emotions while reading.  We may have chucked the books across the room in frustration or cheered with triumphant glee.  The fans in our General Wheel of Time Discussion forum would like to know about <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64771-moment-that-made-you-lol/" rel="external nofollow">the moments that made you laugh out loud.</a>  Which scenes tickled your funny bone?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you are a fan of <strong>George R.R. Martin</strong>, you know that the waiting time between books can be long.  A thread in our General Discussion forum poses an interesting <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65357-grrm-slow-writing-pace/" rel="external nofollow">question:</a> Do you think Martin's slower writing pace will affect book sales of other authors?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>It's rare to find a thread so popular that it has been actively posted in for years, but you need look no farther than the Band of the Red Hand Social Group's <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/7495-the-botrhs-music-game-take-ii/" rel="external nofollow">Music Game</a> for an example.  Come check out the fun!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Shayol Ghul Social Group is playing a rousing game of <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65168-truth-or-dare-sg-style/" rel="external nofollow">Truth or Dare.</a>  What crazy antics are they up to now?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Those role players must have caught on that I am drawn to the stories with the juiciest titles.  A new role play called <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65393-secrets/" rel="external nofollow">Secrets</a> has already sparked my curiosity.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>If you're in a Seanchan mood, check out the role play entitled <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65453-the-test-is-never-wrong-and-the-adam-doesnt-lie/" rel="external nofollow">The Test is Never Wrong and the A'dam Doesn't Lie.</a>  It follows the same characters we met in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64138-from-human-to-property/" rel="external nofollow">From Human to Property</a> a few weeks ago.</p>
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<p>If you go <a href="http://efanzines.com/DrinkTank/index.htm" rel="external nofollow">here</a> and download issue 300 of <em>The Drink Tank</em>, look for article #273.  Our very own <strong>Jennifer Liang</strong> has written about how we can try to get <strong>Robert Jordan</strong> a posthumous Hugo Award.  For more news like this, check us out on <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a>, or <a href="https://plus.google.com/112841434961686606008/posts" rel="external nofollow">Google+</a>.</p>
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<p>Welcome back, everyone!  Things likely will continue to be a bit quieter than usual this week because it's almost Thanksgiving in the USA, but I'm sure activity will pick up again once December has started.  </p>
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<p>If you are anxious for updates on <strong>Brandon Sanderson's</strong> progress with <em>A Memory of Light</em>, you are far from alone.  <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/63355-amol-progress-and-excitement/" rel="external nofollow">Join other excited fans</a> in our A Memory of Light Non Spoiler Discussion forum to stoke the fires of anticipation.</p>
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<p>Attention video game fans!  If you are enjoying the new Batman: Arkham City game, come to our Games & Tech Discussion forum and <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/54317-batman-arkham-city/" rel="external nofollow">let us know what you think of it.</a></p>
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<p>The Aiel Social Group will be commencing their first Wasteland Auction soon.  Instead of trading with coins or points, you can trade in honor and obligation.  This looks like it will be entertaining, so <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65370-wasteland-auction-sign-ups/" rel="external nofollow">go sign up!</a></p>
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<p>The holidays are upon us, and the White Tower & Warders Social Group is taking advantage of this opportunity with their annual <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65287-holiday-cookie-exchange/" rel="external nofollow">Holiday Cookie Exchange.</a>  If you're fond of gooey, sweet, crunchy, crumbly, flaky, fruity, fluffy, or festive treats, be sure to check this out.  You have until November 30th to sign up.  Please make sure to read the guidelines in the thread before deciding if you can participate.</p>
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<p>Being a new novice is hard enough, but it is even worse when you must remain in the White Tower after hearing distressing news from home.  Read <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65371-silent-tears/page__pid__2043208?do=findComment&comment=2043208" rel="external nofollow">Silent Tears</a> for a heartfelt role play that might even make you shed a tear.</p>
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<p>There are still ten days left to enter the JordanCon fundraiser <a href="http://www.jordancon.org/content/memory-light-naming-rights-drawing" rel="external nofollow">drawing</a> for a chance to see your name in <em>A Memory of Light</em>.  For more updates like this, be sure to visit our <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a>, <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a>, and <a href="https://plus.google.com/112841434961686606008/posts" rel="external nofollow">Google+</a> pages.</p>
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<p>Some of you may be wondering why you are seeing a roundup on a Monday instead of a theory blog.  Not to worry, for the two features have simply swapped days.  You will now see the roundups on Mondays and the theory blogs on Tuesdays.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65218-a-question-of-virgins/" rel="external nofollow">Here's a topic</a> from our General Wheel of Time Discussion forum that seems to have exploded in popularity over the last couple of days.  Which <em>Wheel of Time</em> characters are still virgins, and what implications would that have for them?</p>
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<p>Have you been playing along in <strong>Brandon Sanderson's</strong> <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/index.php/News/amol/great-hunt-amol" rel="external nofollow">Great Hunt</a> this year?  If so, stop by our A Memory of Light Non Spoiler Discussion forum and <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65112-the-great-hunt-2011/" rel="external nofollow">put your heads together to figure out the clues.</a></p>
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<p>The Aiel Social Group is discussing <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65080-november-discussion/" rel="external nofollow">ancient Egyptians</a> this month.  If you are fascinated by ancient Egyptian tombs, mythology, hieroglyphics, and more, be sure to stop by and participate.</p>
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<p>Join the Wolfkin Social Group for their November Game: <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65121-november-game/" rel="external nofollow">Cookpot!</a>  It's basically like playing Twenty Questions, and it's <em>Wheel of Time</em> themed.  Give it a try!</p>
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<p>What are an Aes Sedai and a mysterious man doing in the Blight?  Find out in the role play <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/63291-time-to-put-the-pieces-together/" rel="external nofollow">Time to Put the Pieces Together.</a></p>
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<p>Our very own <strong>Jason Denzel</strong> and <strong>Jennifer Liang</strong> joined other prominent <em>Wheel of Time</em> fans for Tor.com's first <em>Wheel of Time</em> <a href="http://www.tor.com/blogs/2011/11/thinking-dark-thoughts-the-wheel-of-time-roundtable-week-1" rel="external nofollow">Roundtable</a>.  Keep an eye on our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> accounts for news like this.  We also just got a <a href="https://plus.google.com/112841434961686606008/posts" rel="external nofollow">Google+</a> account.</p>
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<p>November is already proving to be an exciting month.  NaNoWriMo has begun, and <strong>Brandon Sanderson</strong> just released <em>The Alloy of Law</em>.  Let's see how the denizens of our forums are celebrating the start of the month.</p>
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<p>Speaking of Brandon Sanderson, do you enjoy over-analyzing everything he has to say in order to find hidden clues to <em>Wheel of Time</em> storylines?  If you do, <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/63006-stuff-brandon-says/" rel="external nofollow">stop by</a> our A Memory of Light Non Spoiler Discussion forum and join in the obsessing.</p>
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<p>If you are a Dungeons & Dragons fan, you may want to join in our <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/63960-dungeons-dragons-online/" rel="external nofollow">thread about the online version</a> of the game in our Games & Tech Discussion forum.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>You've probably noticed by now that our Artists, Crafters, and Writers Guild does a Challenge for every month.  The theme for this month's Challenge is <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64923-november-challenge-redemption/" rel="external nofollow">Redemption.</a>  It sounds like we may be treated to some personal and profound art with this theme.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Black Tower Social Group's Light vs. Shadow Week has begun!  This showdown promises games, discussions, quizzes, and even epic battles.  Keep an eye on <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65087-light-vs-shadow-welcome-to-the-bt-theme-weeks/" rel="external nofollow">this thread</a> for everything you need to know about the event.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Kin Social Group has embraced Thanksgiving and is already talking about <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/65056-things-were-thankful-for/" rel="external nofollow">things they are thankful for</a>.  What things are you thankful for?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Oh, even just the title of this new role play sounds juicy!  Let's see what the gossiping Aes Sedai are up to in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64516-dinner-stories-because-even-aes-sedai-gossip/" rel="external nofollow">Dinner Stories--Because Even Aes Sedai Gossip</a>.</p>
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<p>If you've enjoyed the podcasts we feature here on <em>Dragonmount</em>, you'll also enjoy the <a href="http://www.twotcast.com/" rel="external nofollow">tWoTcast</a>.  I had the pleasure of listening to them record live at the last Dragon*Con, and those guys have quite an amusing sense of humor!</p>
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<p>That's it for now!  Be sure to check the other announcements that have been posted on our front page recently.  It's a great time to be part of the fandom.</p>
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<p>Happy Halloween, everyone!  I hope you all had a spooktacular time yesterday.  Feel free to share how you celebrated Halloween in the comments section of this article if you want!</p>
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<p>The Science Fiction Book Club conducted an interview with author <strong>Patrick Rothfuss</strong> at WorldCon 2011.  For more information and a link to this interview, visit <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64838-worldcon-2011-interview-with-patrick-rothfuss/" rel="external nofollow">this thread</a> in our General Discussion forum.</p>
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<p>Football season seems to be in full swing, and so is our <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/62006-football-season-1112/" rel="external nofollow">discussion of it</a> in our Sports Discussion forum.  Which teams are your favorites?</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Aiel Social Group is extending the contest submission deadline for their Humor Month to today, November 1st!  Look <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64108-aiel-humor-month-contests/" rel="external nofollow">here</a> for more information on how you could be a winner.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Have you ever wanted to be part of a One Power Tournament?  Well, <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64817-light-vs-shadow-op-tournament/" rel="external nofollow">now is your chance!</a>  The Black Tower Social Group is hosting this tournament, and anyone can take part.</p>
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<p>It's Halloween at the White Tower & Warders Social Group!  Even if you aren't a member, you can still partake in some of the festivities on their main board.  <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64839-the-haunted-mansion/" rel="external nofollow">Watch this space</a> so you can keep track of all the fun.</p>
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<p>A Green Aes Sedai in the making shows that she won't let defeat stop her in the role play <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64494-if-at-first-you-dont-succeed-petition-petition-again/" rel="external nofollow">If at First You Don't Succeed...Petition, Petition Again.</a>  Read along to see Kathleen's fate.</p>
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<p>Here's some news from our <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> account: If you wore a <em>Wheel of Time</em> costume for Halloween this year, send us your pictures and we will put them up here on <em>Dragonmount</em>!  I can't wait to see the submissions.</p>
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<p>Until next week, folks!</p>
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<p>It's hard to believe we're already nearing the end of October!  My seventh anniversary as a member of <em>Dragonmount</em> was on October 22nd, and I want to express my gratitude to my friends here for helping to shape me into the person I am today.</p>
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<p>What would the Dragon be like if he were spun out of the Pattern into today's world?  What sort of education or career might he have?  What would his role be?  Come <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64633-if-the-dragon-soul-were-spun-out-today/" rel="external nofollow">speculate</a> with our theory geeks in the General Wheel of Time Discussion forum.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Do you have any favorite quotes from books, movies, tv series, games, or historical figures?  If so, please <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/62990-favorite-quotes/" rel="external nofollow">share them with us</a> in our General Discussion forum.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Kin Social Group is all decked out for Halloween with their Kin U Halloween Festival!  <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/forum/27-the-kin-social-group/" rel="external nofollow">Watch this space</a> for games, discussions, and spooky surprises.</p>
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<p>The auction portion of the Game and Auction Weeks from the White Tower & Warders Social Group has begun!  Keep an eye on <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64660-a-tower-auction-and-dance/" rel="external nofollow">this thread</a> for updates.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Will you be dressing in costume for Halloween this year?  What was your best Halloween costume ever?  Join the Wolfkin Social Group for a chat about <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64025-october-discussion/" rel="external nofollow">awesome Halloween costumes.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Our role players are exploring the psyche of a newly made Seanchan <em>damane</em> in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64138-from-human-to-property/" rel="external nofollow">From Human to Property.</a>  This looks like it will be a fascinating story.</p>
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<p>Finally, as always, keep an eye on our <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a> accounts for more on the latest <em>Wheel of Time</em> news.</p>
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<p>Welcome back, all!  I apologize for the lack of a roundup last week.  Real life got in the way, but I'm back and ready to go this week.</p>
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<p>As evidenced by the popularity of our weekly theory blog, we at <em>Dragonmount</em> have numerous fans who love to speculate about theories and predictions for the series.  What will all these people do once <em>The Wheel of Time</em> series is finished?  Come to the General Wheel of Time Discussion forum and <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64362-what-will-you-theory-nerds-do-after-the-series-is-finished/" rel="external nofollow">find out.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>Our <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/50118-movie-fan-casting/" rel="external nofollow">fan casting thread</a> for the <em>Wheel of Time</em> movie is still going strong.  Drop by our The Wheel of Time in Other Media forum to join in the hype.</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Black Tower Social Group is running their <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64012-october-shockwave-comp/" rel="external nofollow">October Shockwave Competition.</a>  You still have time to nominate games!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>Some members of the Ogier Social Group have been writing songs in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/60502-songs-of-the-ogier/" rel="external nofollow">this thread.</a>  They are quite lovely, so visit and let them know!</p>
<p> </p>
<p>The Warders of the White Tower & Warders Social Group are hosting a week of game shows!  By participating in the games this week, you will be able to buy various members of the Social Group who are going up for auction next week.  Yes, for those who are wondering, I will be one of the members you can buy in the auction.  For more information about the Game Show and Auction Weeks, go <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64426-game-show-and-auction-weeks/" rel="external nofollow">here.</a></p>
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<p>If any of you have ever wondered what a blademaster ceremony might look like, our role players have a treat for you!  Come celebrate with Visar in <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/64457-heart-of-the-heron-part-two/" rel="external nofollow">Heart of the Heron, Part Two.</a></p>
<p> </p>
<p>After a brief hiatus, the <a href="http://www.dragonmount.com/forums/topic/58022-intrigue-in-murandy/" rel="external nofollow">Intrigue in Murandy</a> role play I told you about last month is back in full swing.  Those of you who were waiting with baited breath for the story to continue need wait no longer.</p>
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<p>Yesterday would have been <strong>Robert Jordan's</strong> 63rd birthday.  Join us on <a href="http://twitter.com/#!/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dragonmount" rel="external nofollow">Facebook</a> to see what fans are saying about our beloved master storyteller.</p>
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