Protagonist gambler who travels by train from El Paso to Yuma after receiving a letter from his unknown son. He guides young poker player Billy Montana, assists Jennie Reed against a train baron, and ultimately confronts Bennett in a gunfight to rescue his family.
An unknown father-son relationship becomes the central reason for Hawkes's journey.
Jeremiah is identified as Hawkes's young son whom Hawkes never knew.
Hawkes becomes Eliza's defender against the abusive situation in Yuma.
Jeremiah asks Hawkes to help him and Eliza, and Hawkes travels to Yuma to assist them.
Their opposition culminates in a violent confrontation over the family's safety.
Hawkes and Bennett confront each other in a final gunfight.
Their friendship develops during the train journey.
After Hawkes saves Montana from two belligerent cheaters, the two become friends.
Hawkes supports Jennie during a conflict on the train.
Hawkes helps Jennie Reed when she faces trouble from a train baron.
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