spoilers:end of spoilers
Yeah. Books made it more like a thing that Novices and Accepted did, but rarely continued into wearing the shawl. And I guess this makes more sense as to why they would remain so trusting in private, than just being friends. Though, depending on how the writers do things going forward, this will complicate a number of future events. And Moiraine healing Mat by herself? Don't get me wrong, her healing ability is pretty good. But when it took, like a full circle, I think it was, in the books to heal Mat, yeah.
While I'm glad they're heading now as well, Loial's appearance just isn't what it could have been/what I thought it could be. The actor's voice and mannerisms are about spot on, no complaints there. But the costume itself bland. And a few camera tricks/cheap computer stuff to make the guy taller would have been welcome.
For those that don't know, Loial is supposed to be as big as a Trolloc, but otherwise a big teddy bear that loves books. Which, personality wise, they got. Visually though, kind of a let down.