Friendship and Loyalty

Where it surfaces

• III: How Dorothy Saved the Scarecrow

  Dorothy befriends the Scarecrow and agrees to help him, forming the first bond of her journey.

• The Rescue of the Tin Woodman

  Dorothy and the Scarecrow immediately help the Tin Woodman without hesitation, and he joins their quest, forming a loyal group.

• VI: The Cowardly Lion

  Dorothy protects Toto, and the group welcomes the Lion, forming bonds of mutual support.

• VII: The Journey to the Great Oz

  The companions work together selflessly: the Scarecrow gathers nuts, the Lion carries them, and the Tin Woodman chops wood and builds a raft.

• VIII: The Deadly Poppy Field

  The Scarecrow and Tin Woodman carry Dorothy through the deadly poppy field despite the danger, and the Stork selflessly rescues the Scarecrow.

• The Queen of the Field Mice

  The mice repay the Tin Woodman's kindness by helping rescue the Cowardly Lion, demonstrating loyalty and cooperation.

• The Rescue

  Dorothy and her friends work together to rescue each other, demonstrating unwavering loyalty and the strength of their bond.

• How the Balloon Was Launched

  Dorothy's refusal to leave without Toto demonstrates her loyalty, even at the cost of missing her chance to go with Oz.

• Away to the South

  The Scarecrow, Tin Woodman, and Cowardly Lion all vow to stay with Dorothy and help her, demonstrating deep friendship and loyalty.

• XIX: Attacked by the Fighting Trees

  The companions work together to overcome the fighting trees, with the Tin Woodman using his axe to protect the group.

• The Lion Becomes the King of Beasts

  The Lion bids his comrades goodbye but promises to return to rule after ensuring Dorothy's safe journey, showing his loyalty to his friends.

• The Country of the Quadlings

  The companions support each other after failures, and the Winged Monkeys faithfully fulfill their final command, underscoring the bonds formed along the way.

• Glinda the Good Witch Grants Dorothy's Wish

  The emotional farewells and mutual gratitude highlight the deep bonds formed among Dorothy and her friends.