The Marvelous Land of Oz · Character

Tin Woodman

The tender-hearted Emperor of the Winkies, all soldered tin and polishing paste, who greets old friends with hugs that ruin their paint.

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Also known as the Tin Woodman, Tin Woodman, a Tin Woodman, Nick Chopper, Nick, friend Nick

First appearance: the journey to the tin woodman

As a major figure in The Marvelous Land of Oz, Tin Woodman is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.

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Nick Chopper rules the Winkies from a palace hung with portraits of his own past adventures, and his first instinct on seeing the Scarecrow is to embrace him so hard the paint transfers. He is generous, sentimental, and slightly vain about his engraved oilcan, and he believes firmly that kindness can conquer anyone. His court becomes the travelers' first real refuge, and his loyalty to the Scarecrow anchors the group as it flees the Emerald City.

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Character Web

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Setup
Escalation
Breaking point
Aftermath
Closing

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Scarecrow
friendship · positive
The Scarecrow and Tin Woodman are old and dear friends, united by their shared history… How this plays out →
Scarecrow
friendship · positive
The Scarecrow and Tin Woodman are old and dear friends, united by their shared history… How this plays out →
Scarecrow
friendship · positive
The Scarecrow and Tin Woodman are old and dear friends, united by their shared history… How this plays out →

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Author's Note
The other character children eagerly requested to see again in a new story.
Dedication
Mentioned as a character personated by David C. Montgomery.
The Flight of the Fugitives
Mentioned as the ruler of the Winkies and a companion of Dorothy.
A Nickel-Plated Emperor
The Emperor of the Winkies, currently being nickel-plated. He warmly embraces the Scarecrow, discusses his polished appearance, and agrees to help recapture the Emerald City.
Mr. H. M. Woggle-Bug, T.E.
Expresses impatience with the sunflower field but refrains from harming the girl-faced flowers; catches Jack's pumpkin when the Sawhorse falls.
A Highly Magnified History
Amputates Jack's leg and whittles it to fit the Sawhorse; values a good heart above education or brains.
Old Mombi Indulges in Witchcraft
Calls the Queen of the Field Mice with his silver whistle, reassures the party about the fire, and threatens the Woggle-Bug with his axe.
The Prisoners of the Queen
Advances fearlessly on the gate guards with his axe, but is later disarmed by the Army of Revolt and taken prisoner.
The Scarecrow Takes Time to Think
Skilled mechanic who will build the flying machine on the palace roof.
The Astonishing Flight of the Gump
Assembles the flying Gump from the collected materials and fastens the palm-leaf wings.
In the Jackdaw's Nest
Sympathizes with the Gump's plight, admires a diamond necklace found in the nest, and assists in the hiding plan by disassembling the Scarecrow.
Dr. Nikidik’s Famous Wishing Pills
Fights off Jackdaws with his axe and shows concern for the Scarecrow's plight.
The Scarecrow Appeals to Glinda the Good
Defends the Wizard's magic, refuses extra decorations from the Jackdaw nest, and advises caution.
The Tin-Woodman Plucks a Rose
Plucks the rose that is actually Mombi in disguise, unknowingly aiding in her capture.
The Transformation of Old Mombi
Unknowingly carries Mombi in the form of a rose in his buttonhole and offers hospitality to the group.
Princess Ozma of Oz
Advocates kindness toward Mombi and comforts Tip about becoming a girl.
The Riches of Content
Returns to rule the Winkies, plans a new coat of nickel plate, and values a good heart above all.

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