Chuck Thorndyke
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Chuck Thorndyke is a character from Sonic X. He is the paternal grandfather of Chris Thorndyke. He is a scientist and inventor. He always is helping Chris, Sonic and the gang out whenever they need help. He is 165 cm tall, weighs 60 kg, and is 55 years old in Series 1, and 61 years old in Series 2.[1] Chuck is voiced by Bin Shimada in Japan and Jerry Lobozzo in the English dub.
Much in the same way that Chris bonds with Sonic the Hedgehog during the latter's stay with the family, and the maid Ella bonds with Cream the Rabbit, Chuck forms a close friendship with Tails, who shares his love of inventing. It was partially thanks to Chuck that the X Tornado was made, as well as the rescue of Cream and Cheese in episode 2.
Many fans believe his name is a reference to the "SatAM" and "Archie" Sonic continuities as his nickname "Chuck" and his full name "Charles" are shared by "SatAM" and "Archie" Sonic's uncle, Uncle Chuck. Both Chucks are also important inventors in their respective continuities. Tails also refers to Chuck in the Japanese version as "oji-san", which can be translated as uncle or grampa (which is what 4Kids stuck with). He is a Freedom Fighter helper due to him working with Tails.
He bears an uncanny resemblance to Dr. Emmett Brown from the Back to the Future films.
