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Ezylryb, formerly referred to as Lyze of Kiel, is an elderly Whiskered Screech Owl and the overarching protagonist in Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole. He is a warrior, author, poet, ryb and a member of the Great Tree's parliament. Throughout the owl kingdoms he is seen as a heroic figure of mythical proportions.
He is voiced by Geoffrey Rush.
History[]
Before the Film[]
Long before the events of the film, Ezylryb, then called Lyze of Kiel, was pivotal in the Guardians' victory during the Battle of the Ice Claws.
Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole[]
When Soren was brought before the Parliament, Ezlyryb stood up for the young owl's claims. After the meeting, he congratulated Soren for making it to the tree. While teaching the Guardians-in-training to fly through a storm, he tested Soren's ability to trust his gizzard. Afterwards, Soren realized that Ezylryb was really Lyze of Kiel, but the old ryb was indifferent to his past.
Ezylryb joined the Guardians in their attack on the Pure Ones, falling into their fleck-based trap. After Soren freed them, Ezylryb went after Metal Beak and nearly defeated him. However, Nyra attacked Ezylryb, who was once again saved by Soren, who ended up slaying Metal Beak. Ezylryb consoled Soren afterward, telling him he did what was right.
When Soren and his friends were made full Guardians, Ezylryb was among those who bowed to them, and later led them on a flight.
Description[]
Ezylryb is scruffy, battle-scarred and a very unkempt owl who is also missing a talon on his right foot, which had being cut off by Metal Beak in the Battle of the Ice Claws. Ezylryb also has a lazy eye, which was caused by Metal Beak.
Personality[]
In the film, Ezylryb's personality is much different than from the books. He is shown to be grimmer and somewhat sarcastic at times, such as commenting that he thought Soren could last only a minute in battle. Nevertheless, he still believed in Soren and stood up for him during a Parliament meeting.
After Metal Beak's death, Ezylryb seems to have undergone a complete transformation. He became much happier and lighthearted, even playful as shown when he feigns a threatening chuckle directed towards the recently rescued owlets and making them laugh.
Quotes[]
"Well, this is what it looks like when you've actually fought in battle. It's not glorious, it's not beautiful, it's not even heroic. It's merely doing what's right, and doing it again and again, even if someday, you look like this."
- Ezlyryb to Soren in Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole.
"Soren. You did what was right, and you did it well. It seems we'll have to amend the chronicles, hm?"
- Ezlyryb to Soren after he killed Metal Beak in Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole.
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