The White Ring

For other uses of the word "white," see White.

The White Ring is an inn in the town of Maderin Altara. It is the locale to which Thom Merrilin and Matrim Cauthon escort Tuon and Selucia so that Tuon may observe a hell. The two women are unaware that the inn in question is not a hell.

Appearance

The White Ring is a three-story brick building with a red door. Its painted sign is a frilly white circle of lace that resembles a woman's garter more than it does a ring. Its common room is spacious and wood-paneled, its patrons are carefully dressed and the kitchen offers up delicious smells.

Activity

While at the White Ring, Thom quietly informs Mat that it is not a hell but he believes that because Tuon has led such a sheltered life, she will not recognize that she is being had. Mat forces a bet on it while Tuon makes her way to where a singer is performing My Loves are So Many. When Tuon comes back from listening to the singer, she informs them that she has doubts as to whether this is a hell and Thom gives Mat a crown.