Bonus facts for the characters in my TTTE Human AU Part 1
Thomas Billington:
Recently got his moped license, travels around Sodor on his moped whenever he can
British + Indian
Autism + ADHD
Asexual + Biromantic
Edward's No. 1 hypeman
No sweets are save from him
Once got in an accident with a bike and was catapulted through a window onto a family’s breakfast table
Can't play instruments to save his life
Strong dislike for fish and gets seasick
Favorite shows are slapstick cartoons
Is surprised himself at how good he became at making friends with how bad he used to be in the past
Can get tunnel vision when too determined to get things done
Reads books about ancient civilizations, mythology and archeology to feel close to his missing parents
Stays in contact with Ashima
Edward Pettigrew:
His friend circle is so large, he always knows someone who can help out
British
Bisexual + Transgender
Classic music enthusiast
Serious perfectionist
People pleaser but has a lot of confidence and self-respect
Often forgets basic needs when focused too hard on work (Annie, Clarabel and Thomas often have to remind him to eat)
Used to look after Henry when he was sick but over time was pushed away by Henry, who didn't want Edward's “pity”
Is called “Uncle Edward” by Thomas
Has very high expectations of himself thanks to his reputation as the ol'reliable
Was a troublemaker in his youth to the shock of everyone
Can adapt to any situation
Henry Stanier:
If you want to know anything regarding gardening, he got you covered
British + Puerto Rican
ADD + autism + anxiety + insomnia
Pansexual + Bigender
Can be a massive hater when you get on his bad side
Actively participates in forest restorations
Struggles with expressing of wanting sympathy for his condition but not to be pitied for it
Lived in Brooklyn for a while and adapted the accent
Even if he mellowed out, he can still throw out some of the most rude things you've ever heard
Holds a grudge against Scott
Was Sodor's undefeated armwrestling champion for a long time until his defeat against Hiro
His orphanage didn't want to pay for his hospital bills anymore and he was given to the Staniers without them knowing about his anemia first
Uses the herbs he grows in his garden for medicine
Aside from chronic anemia, he has a weak immune system in general
Goes hiking for escapism
Gets stressed whenever Spencer is around
Not many can tell whenever his smile is one of joy or warning
Gordon Gresley:
When he smiles his whole face changes
British
Gay
Autism + NPD + BPD
Gets very tense and nervous when confronted with sudden big change
Struggles at asking for help
It’s very difficult to get him to open up and especially to get him to talk about his feelings
Quick to judge others
Once led a strike with Henry and James, is embarrassed by it today
Gets very uncomfortable when his family is mentioned
Suffers from strong mood swings, it is hard to predict and adapt to him
Almost got ran over by Spencer’s car once (Spencer did it on purpose)
Never hides his schadenfreude
A glutton, gets flustered whenever it’s addressed
Has nightmares from the accident only he and Scott survived
His drawn out groans and “Oh, the indignity” line became famous
James Hughes:
Freaks out whenever some of his self-made outfits get dirty
British + Mexican
Gay
ADHD + NPD + anxiety
Has a whole photo album with nothing but selfies
Becomes non-verbal when he feels humiliated
Very observant, notices things others never would
All of his dished look like they were made at a 5 stars restaurant
Is often seen posing over dramatically
Good painter
Breaks out into boastful laughter whenever he’s praised
Constantly provokes Gordon to get his attention
Has a melancholic side
Percival “Percy” Avonside:
Is the local newspaper kid on his bike
British + Seychellois + Malaysian
ADHD
AroAce and non-binary
Wants to become a professional soccer player, trains with Donald
Didn't know how to swim for a long time until he got swimming lessons after almost drowning when he fell into the water at the harbor and was saved by Henry
Has some developmental delays because of the homeschooling and struggles with big words
Is often seen bantering with the helicopter pilot Harold Sikorsky
Gets very grumpy when bored
Superhero movie fan
Accident prone, is currently on his fifth bike
Loves wearing the sweaters Henrietta made for him
Very good with animals
When he makes a promise, he does everything to keep it
Tobias “Toby” Holden:
Very strong attachment to Henrietta, is only seen without her at work
Black
Straight ally
Neurotypical
Usually peaceful but will make you regret if you ever hurt Henrietta or Percy
Is easy to get to laugh at your jokes (except for Charlie, even Toby finds him unfunny)
Sweet tooth but not as extreme as Thomas
Henrietta can cheer him up instantly whenever he’s cross
Once stopped a burglar from robbing a museum and is now seen as a hero
Often invites Mavis for dinner with his family
Owns many antiques
Montague “Duck” Collett:
Amazing dancer, his favorite being waltz with Donald
British
Bisexual
Autism
A typical old-fashioned gentleman despite his young age
Has high standards and gives harsh but honest criticism
Does not swear at all, only when he's at his breaking point
Usually shrugs off duck jokes but will throw hands if you do that as one of his enemies (Diesel)
Habit of talking a lot when getting enthusiastic
He and Douglas are the only ones to know how to handle Donald perfectly
Very musical, can play the piano, violin, acoustic guitar and flute
Likes going to the coast, gets sentimental when watching the sunset there
Donald McIntosh:
Owns kilts he wears to festivities
Scottish
Gay
ADHD
Can not play the bagpipes
Fluent in Gaelic
He and Douglas used to live in Hamilton but moved to Glasgow after being adopted by the McIntosh Family
Loves playing Scottish folk music at high volume (to the annoyance of many)
Was the ace striker of his school’s soccer team
Likes giving nicknames (Dougie, Ducky, Ollie, Hen-Hen, Gordo, Jamie, Ed, Thommy, Perce, Emi, Becca etc.)
Makes cute little hats for Dilly
Short-tempered and gets aggressive when someone is looking at Douglas the wrong way
Douglas McIntosh:
Owns kilts he wears to festivities
Scottish
Bisexual and non-binary
Autism + anxiety
Can play the bagpipes
Fluent in Gaelic
Hates superstitions and anything related to the supernatural
Learned how to cook for himself since he started to refuse to eat food from others except Donald and Oliver
Craves affection, only lets Donald and Oliver know
Proud of his heritage, both twins are but Douglas shows it more
Enjoys wearing feminine and masculine clothing equally
Oliver Armstrong:
Best partner to go on walks with. Evening walks on the beach with Douglas are his favorite
British + Egyptian
Pansexual
Autism + paranoia ( the latter caused by being hunted for years)
Loves learning about history and other cultures
Amazing cook, he and Douglas often exchange recipes
Makes a lot of puns
Ego gets inflated quickly
Gives amazing hugs, Douglas can confirm
He and Toad give the best camping advice
Emily Stirling:
Insecure in her femininity because of her headstrong personality and age
British + Vietnamese
Lesbian
Neurotypical
Sodor’s greatest mediator
When she has something to say, she will make sure you listen
Gordon and Scott’s father’s half sister, was sent to Scotland to get married off to the Stirlings after it came out she was an illegitimate child
Her marriage was arranged, she did care for her late husband a lot and knew he was a good man but she did not love him
Only talks about her former marriage with Daisy and her closest friends
Learns baking from Henrietta
Likes teasing young people
She and Daisy often dress flashy for fun
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