James and Lily are the parents of Harry Potter, the titular character in the popular Harry Potter series by British author J.K. Rowling. They were both powerful wizards who fought against the evil Lord Voldemort, but tragically died trying to protect their baby son from Voldemort's wrath. Harry was left with a lightning-shaped scar on his forehead as a result of the attack, which later became a symbolic hallmark of his identity. Despite their early deaths, James and Lily played important roles in shaping their son's destiny and legacy.