The Road to Oz · Character
Wizard of Oz
The humbug-turned-sage of Oz, once a balloonist from Omaha, now a trusted fixture of Ozma's court whose real magic is knowing how to be useful.
supporting
Also known as Oz, The Wizard, The wonderful Wizard of Oz, the Wizard, Mr. Wizard
First appearance: xviii the emerald city
As a supporting figure in The Road to Oz, Wizard of Oz is not background color—the story leans on what they do once the chapter opens.
Entertains the group with a magic show featuring eight tiny piglets, and comments on Dorothy being loved by all.
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Though no longer ruling, the Wizard remains close to Ozma's throne, standing behind Dorothy during the grand birthday reception alongside the shaggy man. His past as a balloonist and former ruler gives him a peculiar…
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Character groups
- Main Travel Companions
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Falling action.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Dorothy’s encounter with the tin statue of herself—a perfect replica of her first appearance in Oz—triggers an…
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friendship · positive
Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz are old friends, with the Wizard often helping her with… How this plays out →
- Dorothy
friendship · positive
Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz are old friends, with the Wizard often helping her with… How this plays out →
- Dorothy
friendship · positive
Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz are old friends, with the Wizard often helping her with… How this plays out →
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