Although not particularly strong-looking, Balladbird Lee is deadly when he has his knives in hand. He is suave, diplomatic, and secretive, characteristics that Harry MacDowell puts to good use. Lee was the first contact to join Harry in his quest to rise to the top of Millennion, and Lee delights in many of Harry's darker triumphs.

Lee grows more and more sadistic as the series goes on. His kindness seems reserved only for his best friend, Bob Poundmax. When Bob is on the verge of death, Lee puts his own life on the line to find a way to save him.