He is a mysterious man, medium height and well built, with startling blue eyes and light brown hair. He is Lord Tarran Talix, and his place of birth is known only to him, even though he has lived in Tear much of his life, although perhaps "lived" is a strong word for he travels much. He says that he knows the Dragon Reborn, though no one believes him, nor does he care. He carries a Heron mark sword, but it is unlike any ever seen, the hilt and pommel being constructed of cuendillar, and the blade of a very strong but unknown mineral. It was said to have been made by the Aes Sedai, during the Age of Legends. He a mysterious man, whose eyes say he holds secrets, but whose manner is friendly and fun-loving. He wears a strange cloak with an unknown rune of the back which he wear like a second skin. He is content at being a warder for the time being, but hopes to one day serve the Dragon in the Black Tower.