A gruff, perpetually drunk mariner and the descendant of the 17th-century Sir Francis Haddock. He joins Tintin's quest, gradually reclaiming his ancestral legacy and overcoming his alcoholism to become a courageous leader.
They develop from reluctant collaborators into a determined expedition team.
Tintin and Captain Haddock escape the Karaboudjan together, survive the desert, and pursue the Unicorn treasure as partners.
Their present conflict repeats a feud rooted in the Unicorn's history.
Haddock remembers that his ancestor Sir Francis Haddock fought Red Rackham, while Sakharine is revealed as Rackham's descendant.
Tom is an active enemy during Haddock's escape and survival ordeal.
Tom participates in the mutiny and helps pursue Tintin and Haddock after their escape from the ship.
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