Rand al'Thor is the main protagonist in Robert Jordan's epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time. He is a young man from the small village of Emond's Field who discovers he is the Dragon Reborn, a prophesied hero destined to battle the Dark One and save the world from destruction. As the story progresses, Rand grapples with immense power and responsibility, often struggling with his identity and the expectations placed upon him. He wields the One Power, a magical force, and faces numerous challenges, including political intrigue and personal loss, as he seeks to unite the world against the looming threat of Tarmon Gai'don.