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The Worst Journey in the World · Character
Old Tom
One of the expedition ponies.
minor
Also known as old Tom, Tom
First appearance: the worst journey in the world
Old Tom first appears in 0003 the worst journey in the world.
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Support Crew and Animals
- Terra Nova Expedition Members
- Protagonist
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- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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