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Derek is a friendly but problematic green diesel.
Bio
The Fat Controller realised Bill and Ben needed help and sent for Derek, but Derek's cooling system overheated on Gordon's Hill and BoCo had to come to the rescue. The news of the rescue went through the North Western Railway's rumour mill in due course, until a confused Percy informed Bill and Ben that Derek had a toothache. Bill and Ben were apprehensive of Derek as a result, but forgot their fear when Derek's cooling system overheated yet again and they had to help him home. Derek was then sent to the Works to be mended.
Derek returned later in Calling All Engines! pulling a goods train up Gordon's Hill. The supplies were for building the Rhyndale.
Derek now lives on the Rhyndale Interchange with fellow diesel Dennis.
Persona
Derek is a jolly, enthusiastic Diesel engine, who was brought in to assist Bill, Ben, and BoCo at the China Clay quarry. Unfortunately, due to his engine, he is highly prone to teething troubles, namely overheating and suffering frequent breakdowns, for which he is apologetic for the inconvenience. As a result, he spends many a day having his engine tended to. But Derek is a likable chap and even Bill and Ben decided that they liked him due to his friendly nature. Derek has an infectious charisma, is keen to help anyone around him, and has a passion for sorting things out in a jiffy - if his cooling system lets him.
Basis
Derek is a BR Class 17.
Appearance
- Season 1 - Chills and Spills, Rosie ((flashback cameo)), Grand Opening, Neville and the Coaches, Blast From the Past, Flora, Extravagant Entrance and New Year's.
- Season 2 - Backstories and Buffers, 'Draggled Diesels, Tricky Timetables, and Home for the Holidays.
Gallery
Rhyndale Railway |
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Billy (1) • Hank (2) • Neville (3) • Molly (4) • Arthur (5) • Murdoch (6) • Crovan (7) |
Dennis (D1) • Derek (D2) • Radcliffe (D3) |