uncle figure

• mentorTrusted wisdom-giving advisor
• guardianProtective caretaker of another
• fatherlyLike a male parent
• guideLeader or instruction book
• protectorOne who safeguards others

wise · elder · trusted · supportive · paternal · advisor · confidant · role model · benefactor · godfather · family friend · surrogate · steady · reliable · warmth · guidance · counsel · avuncular

• Uncle TropesUncle Tom, Uncle Remus, Uncle Vanya, Uncle Scrooge, Uncle Ben
• chosen familychosen family, found family, framily, kindred spirits, adopted family