Augustus Cole is a fictional character in the video game series Gears of War. Augustus Cole, aka "The Cole Train", is a former professional "Thrashball" player for the Cougars. It is not explained exactly what Thrashball is, but its terminology and social aspects make it seem like a close cousin of American football. Members of the stranded as well as fellow COG soldiers often recognize him based off of his Thrashball days. He craves action and prefers the most direct path to his next fight.