Thomas And The Falcon King(2000) -

High above on a crumbling stone arch sat the . It wasn't a bird, but a magnificent, steam-powered automaton built by a forgotten eccentric inventor decades ago. Its wings were made of copper plates, and its eyes glowed with a faint amber light fueled by a small internal firebox.

Using his tow rope and the help of a brave blacksmith, Thomas maneuvered the Falcon King onto a flatbed trailer. He puffed with all his might, hauling the heavy mechanical wonder back to the Works. Thomas and the Falcon King(2000)

Thomas was shunting at Knapford when he heard the rumors. Percy claimed he had seen a massive, metallic bird perched atop the ruins of the Old Castle on the Fenlands. "It’s as big as a coach," Percy whistled nervously, "and it glints like polished silver in the moonlight!" High above on a crumbling stone arch sat the

"Cinders and ashes!" Thomas whispered. "You’re just a lost engine with wings." Using his tow rope and the help of

Thomas was frightened, but he noticed the Falcon King’s wings were rusted and locked in place. The legendary "king" was trapped, unable to fly or return to its hidden workshop.

In the summer of 2000, a heavy mist settled over the Island of Sodor, bringing with it a legend that few believed but all feared: the .