#theknife

His Dark Materials: season 2x04 - Lee Scoresby meets Jopari

This is one of the most powerful scenes in this incredible story about the struggle of becoming and staying a conscious living being...regardless what realm one lives within...

Jopari: “Mr. Scorsby there are two forces that have always been at war with each other. Those who repress, who command, who don't want us to be conscious inquiring beings. And those who want us to know more, to be stronger and wiser, to explore. And those two forces are lining up to battle as we speak, and if the right side has any chance of success Asriel will need the knife.”

Lee Scoresby: “That may well be, but I come here for one reason that's a girl named Lyra not to help her father. She's the best person I know, and she's in danger if you don't have the knife and you can't help her I'll be on my way.”

Jopari: “You love this girl.”

Lee Scoresby: “Yes, more than Asriel. He just left her fend for herself. Imagine, leaving your kid like that. I never had a daughter. Haven't been that lucky, but if I did I hope she'd be half as strong and brave and good.”

Jopari: “I did.”

Lee Scoresby: “Did what?”

Personalities Who Hide Their Identities Pt.2

THE RESIDENTS - JABBAWOCKEEZ - DANGER  - CASCADEUR - THE KNIFE - KEKRA - KID NOIZE - VLADIMIR CAUCHEMAR - FUZATI - MARSHMELLO

The Knife

A common tool used by P.A.R.K. Rangers (and some Lodge members) is The Knife. The Knife, or Knife, is the nomenclature used when referring to any of several designs of bladed weapons made from a meteorite and etched with The Sign (see also Applied Hypothetical Science).

               The origins of The Knife go farther back than the birth of the Cryptozoological Advisory Council. Many cultures throughout history have used iron meteorites to craft various weapons and tools.  Most of these cultures also regarded them as items of special significance and incorporated them into their ceremonies and attire.

               However, the earliest recorded use of meteoric iron as a weapon, or tool against a hostile cryptid is CASE: ANGEL FEATHER in Roanoke, VA around the year 1585. Lessons learned about the use and effectiveness of meteoric iron at Roanoke would be passed on to the present day.  For the most part, application of The Knife as a tool and weapon has remained the same for over 300 years.

               The style of The Knife has changed since its inception as the primary tool of the P.A.R.K. Operative. While numerous variations have been seen, most blades conform to the style of the time. Some commonly found designs throughout P.A.R.K. history are the Bowie Knife, Trench Knife, KA-BAR, and modern combat knives. There are other designs such as stilettos of European origin, hatchets, and an assortment of weapons from indigenous peoples of the Americas.