The Magic of Oz characters

Appears from the start

A restless Munchkin boy from Mount Munch who secretly learns a powerful word of transformation from his father. Kiki wants to escape an ordinary life and test the freedom his new magic seems to promise.

Appears from the start

Kiki's father, a quiet Munchkin who knows a rare transformation charm but has kept it secret. Bini Aru uses the magic cautiously and does not realize that his son has overheard its key.

Also known as The former Nome King

First appears in chapter 3

The deposed Nome King, still bitter toward Ozma and the people of Oz. Ruggedo recognizes that Kiki's transformation magic could serve his old desire for revenge and encourages the boy's worst ambitions.

First appears in chapter 6

The fairy ruler of Oz, whose approaching birthday inspires her friends to seek unusual gifts. Ozma's trusting and peaceful rule is the very thing Ruggedo hopes to overthrow.

First appears in chapter 6

A girl living happily in Oz, determined to find a birthday surprise worthy of Ozma. Dorothy's search leads toward troublesome monkeys and eventually crosses the path of the conspirators.

First appears in chapter 6

Ozma's court magician and Dorothy's companion in the search for a birthday gift. The Wizard's magic depends on tools and learning rather than boasting, and he watches unfamiliar enchantments closely.

First appears in chapter 6

A brave girl who hopes to bring Ozma a marvelous living flower from a lonely island. Trot sets out with Cap'n Bill, trusting friendship and persistence more than magic.

First appears in chapter 6

Trot's old sailor companion, practical and protective as ever. Cap'n Bill joins her expedition for the magic flower and steps onto the island despite its suspicious appearance.

First appears in chapter 6

A transparent, proud, and sharp-tongued glass animal who agrees to guide Trot and Cap'n Bill. Because she is not made of flesh, some enchantments affect her differently from her companions.

First appears in chapter 11

The dignified leopard king of the Forest of Gugu. He presides over the beasts' council and listens when two strange creatures arrive with a proposal to turn the animals against human beings.

First appears in chapter 11

Dorothy's large and loyal feline friend, traveling with her and the Wizard. His presence matters in the Forest of Gugu, where the wild beasts judge visitors according to forms as well as intentions.

First appears in chapter 15

A solitary magical duck who values the privacy of his remote home. Though reluctant to become involved with strangers, he has knowledge that may help those trapped by the Magic Isle.