The Skirmish with the Hammer-Heads

The travelers encounter the Hammer-Heads, armless creatures that use their heads as weapons, and only the Winged Monkeys can get them past.

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The Hill of the Hammer-Heads

The Steep Hill The Rocky Path After leaving the forest, the travelers see a steep hill covered with great rocks. The Scarecrow starts to climb, but a voice yells, 'Keep back!' The First Attacker A head appears from behind a rock. The man has no arms, but a large flat head on a thick neck. He shoots his head forward and hits the Scarecrow, sending him tumbling down the hill. The Lion's Attempt The Lion, angry, dashes up the hill. Another head shoots out and knocks the Lion down as well. They cannot fight these creatures.

The Winged Monkeys' Assistance

The Last Summoning The Tin Woodman's Suggestion The Tin Woodman suggests calling the Winged Monkeys. Dorothy still has the right to command them once more. She puts on the Golden Cap and utters the charm. The Monkeys Arrive The Monkeys appear promptly. The King asks her command. She asks to be carried over the hill to the country of the Quadlings. The Flight The Monkeys lift the travelers and fly over the hill. The Hammer-Heads yell and shoot their heads, but they cannot reach the Monkeys. The travelers are set down safely in the beautiful Quadling country.

The Final Farewell to the Monkeys

The Last Wish The Monkeys' Departure The King of the Monkeys says this is the last time they can be summoned. He wishes Dorothy good luck, and they fly away, disappearing into the sky. The Quadling Country The travelers find themselves in a rich, happy land with red houses and fields of grain. They are close to Glinda's castle. The End of the Conflict The Hammer-Heads are left behind. The companions have overcome the last major obstacle before reaching Glinda. The journey is almost over.

On the journey to the South

After the failed attempts

After the crossing