A Saurian science officer aboard Discovery, often a source of light relief among the crew.
Linus is a Saurian lieutenant junior grade serving as a science officer aboard the USS Discovery. He joined the crew in the show's second season and was played by David Benjamin Tomlinson, who also played other aliens in the series.
Linus traveled with Discovery to the 32nd century and remained part of the crew under Saru and Michael Burnham. Recognizable by his large eyes and reptilian features, he became known among viewers for comic moments that lightened tense missions.