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Journey Beyond the Northern Lights: Dive into His Dark Materials Fandom

Embark on a cosmic odyssey where daemons are soul companions, armored bears wage epic battles, and the journey to the multiverse's heart challenges fate itself, revealing the true nature of Dust and the destiny of worlds.

His Dark Materials Trivia

In Philip Pullman's "His Dark Materials," what is the name of the knife that can cut through any material or dimension? (Advanced)
#1: Subtle Knife
#2: Æsahættr
#3: Alethiometer
#4: Gyptian Blade
What is the name of Lyra's daemon in "His Dark Materials"? (Medium)
#1: Asriel
#2: Pantalaimon
#3: Iorek
#4: Will
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His Dark Materials Fun Facts

Daemons in His Dark Materials series take the form of animals and represent the soul of the human they're bonded to, changing shape frequently in childhood but settling into a permanent form during adolescence.
Lyra's alethiometer, a truth-telling device, requires knowledge of thousands of symbols and their multiple meanings to be used accurately.

His Dark Materials Polls

Who is your favorite character from His Dark Materials?
Lyra Belacqua
Will Parry
Lord Asriel
Mrs. Coulter
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Snow Leopard
Arctic Fox
Pine Marten
Osprey
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Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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October 1995

Publication of 'Northern Lights' (The Golden Compass)

Philip Pullman publishes the first novel of the His Dark Materials trilogy, originally titled 'Northern Lights' in the UK and later known as 'The Golden Compass' in the US.

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July 1997

Publication of 'The Subtle Knife'

The second novel in the His Dark Materials trilogy, 'The Subtle Knife', is published, continuing the story of Lyra Belacqua.

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October 2000

Publication of 'The Amber Spyglass'

The final book in the His Dark Materials trilogy, 'The Amber Spyglass', is released, concluding the epic fantasy series.

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November 3, 2019

Premiere of 'His Dark Materials' TV Series Season 1

The first season of the His Dark Materials TV series premieres on BBC One in the UK and HBO in the US, receiving positive reviews for its faithful adaptation and production quality.

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