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Lee Scoresby

Lee Scoresby is a character from Philip Pullman's "His Dark Materials" series, known for his role as a skilled aeronaut and balloonist. He is a Texan with a strong sense of honor and loyalty, often accompanied by his daemon, Hester, a hare. Scoresby provides comic relief and wisdom, navigating complex moral landscapes in a richly imagined parallel universe. His character embodies themes of friendship, bravery, and the struggle against oppressive forces, making him a significant ally to the protagonist, Lyra Belacqua, in her quest.