Lord Asriel

Lord Asriel is a complex character from Philip Pullman's "His Dark Materials" series. He is an ambitious and intelligent scholar and explorer, driven by a desire to understand and harness the fundamental forces of the universe. Asriel is passionate and determined, often challenging authority and moral boundaries in his pursuit of knowledge. His actions are motivated by curiosity and a longing for progress, but his pragmatism and boldness sometimes lead to controversial or risky decisions. Overall, he is a visionary figure whose work significantly impacts the story’s unfolding events.