He also comes up with some quick-thinking and clever plans on his first journey with Dorothy, saving the party from the kalidahs among other things. The only thing he fears is the burning flame of hot fire!ĭespite claiming to not have a brain, the Scarecrow questioned Dorothy for wanting to return to Kansas as Oz is far more colorful and pleasant compared to Kansas, which is boring and colorless. He never tires, and never needs to sleep or eat. Therefore Scarecrow can never get hurt, though he is awkward in his movements as he literally weighs less than five to ten pounds. The Scarecrow is a very clumsy and uncoordinated figure in his mannerisms because he is stuffed with straw. The Scarecrow is a extremely gentle character, his disposition is so kind and considerate, obliging, and honest that all who know him love him. Occupation : Friends of Dorothy Gale,Ruler of Oz (formely),Tin Woodman's Treasurer Corn Farmer Title :King of Oz (formerly Succeeded by Jinjur) In the end of the story, he eventually did receive what he desired, and in Baum's subsequent Oz books becomes known as one of the cleverest figures in all of Oz.įirst appearance: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (1900) Dorothy encouraged the Scarecrow to join her and to ask the Wizard for a set of brains, which he thought he lacked. He is a being from the magical Land of Oz, and is the first companion and loyal comrade that Dorothy Gale and her little pet dog, Toto discovered on their journey down the Yellow Brick Road while traveling to see the great and powerful Wizard. He makes his debut appearance in the third chapter of the novel titled How Dorothy Saved the Scarecrow. His first appearance was in Baum's first Oz book titled The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, published in 1900.

Frank Baum, author and creator of the Oz legacy.

The Scarecrow is a fictional character invented by L.

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