What made Thomas a good role model? 

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I'd say Gordon is probably a much better role model than Thomas once you start to grow out from the "Cheeky Thomas character" phase. Gordon's arc spans throughout the entirety of the Railway Series. From pompous ass to an honourable old individual.

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