His Dark Materials season 1 episode 6 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Lyra learns about the Gobblers, who kidnap children including her friend Roger. In her quest, she discovers they're led by Mrs. Coulter, her mother, conducting cruel experiments called 'Intercision' to sever children from their daemons. At Bolvangar, the 'Station', Lyra reunites with Roger and instigates a rebellion, destroying the Intercision machine and escaping with the help of Gyptians and an armored bear, Iorek. The episode ends with Lyra embarking on a journey to rescue her father, assisted by an aeronaut, Lee Scoresby, and Iorek.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the Gobblers?
A group involved in the disappearance of children, including the Gyptian boy, Billy Costa, and Lyra's friend, Roger.
What is the Station?
The Station, also known as Bolvangar, is a mysterious place in the North where the Gobblers take the children.
Who is Mrs. Coulter?
Mrs. Coulter is the head of the Gobblers and revealed to be Lyra's mother.
What is Intercision?
Intercision is a process at Bolvangar that severs a child from their daemon, effectively removing their soul.
What happens to Billy Costa?
Billy Costa is a subject of the Intercision experiment and is found by Lyra in a devastated state, leading to his death.
How does Lyra escape Bolvangar?
Lyra escapes Bolvangar by instigating a rebellion among the captive children, destroying the Intercision machine, and fleeing with the help of the Gyptians and Iorek.
Who is Iorek?
Iorek is an armored bear who helps Lyra and the Gyptians in their escape from Bolvangar. Q