Nessarose's Descent: From Crippled Child to Tyrant

Wicked

Traces Nessarose's transformation from a dependent, armless child into a powerful and oppressive ruler of Munchkinland.

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Dependent Childhood Dependent Childhood from "Wicked". Dependent Childhood Born Without Arms Nessarose is born without arms, a condition that makes her entirely dependent on others for care.

Dependent Childhood from "Wicked". Dependent Childhood Born Without Arms Nessarose is born without arms, a condition that makes her entirely dependent on others for care.

Dependent Childhood Born Without Arms Nessarose is born without arms, a condition that makes her entirely dependent on others for care. Father's Favorite Frex dotes on her, calling her his "pet." He makes her beautiful shoes to compensate for her disability. Elphaba's Care Elphaba is forced to be her caretaker, fostering resentment but also a protective bond.

Education at Shiz Education at Shiz from "Wicked". Education at Shiz Arrival with Nanny Nessarose arrives at Shiz with Nanny. She is beautiful but armless, and she uses her disability to gain sympathy.

Education at Shiz from "Wicked". Education at Shiz Arrival with Nanny Nessarose arrives at Shiz with Nanny. She is beautiful but armless, and she uses her disability to gain sympathy.

Education at Shiz Arrival with Nanny Nessarose arrives at Shiz with Nanny. She is beautiful but armless, and she uses her disability to gain sympathy. Religious Devotion She becomes deeply religious, using faith as a source of strength. She clashes with Elphaba's atheism. Friendship with Glinda Glinda enchants her shoes, allowing her to stand and walk. This gives her a new sense of independence.

Rise to Power Rise to Power from "Wicked". Rise to Power Inheritance Nessarose inherits the title of Eminent Thropp and the estate of Colwen Grounds. She becomes the ruler of Munchkinland.

Rise to Power from "Wicked". Rise to Power Inheritance Nessarose inherits the title of Eminent Thropp and the estate of Colwen Grounds. She becomes the ruler of Munchkinland.

Rise to Power Inheritance Nessarose inherits the title of Eminent Thropp and the estate of Colwen Grounds. She becomes the ruler of Munchkinland. Secession She leads Munchkinland to secede from Oz, declaring independence. She uses her religious authority to unite the people. Initial Popularity At first, she is seen as a liberator. She promises to protect Munchkinland from the Wizard's oppression.

Descent into Tyranny Descent into Tyranny from "Wicked". Descent into Tyranny Religious Extremism Nessarose imposes strict unionist laws, persecuting those who do not conform. She becomes a dictator.

Descent into Tyranny from "Wicked". Descent into Tyranny Religious Extremism Nessarose imposes strict unionist laws, persecuting those who do not conform. She becomes a dictator.

Descent into Tyranny Religious Extremism Nessarose imposes strict unionist laws, persecuting those who do not conform. She becomes a dictator. Oppression of Animals She continues the Wizard's policies against Animals, using them as chattel. She even trades them for magical favors. Alienation of Subjects Her subjects grow to hate her. She is called the "Wicked Witch of the East" behind her back.

Death and Aftermath Death and Aftermath from "Wicked". Death and Aftermath The Tornado A house from another world falls on Nessarose, killing her instantly. Her death is seen as divine justice by many.

Death and Aftermath from "Wicked". Death and Aftermath The Tornado A house from another world falls on Nessarose, killing her instantly. Her death is seen as divine justice by many.

Death and Aftermath The Tornado A house from another world falls on Nessarose, killing her instantly. Her death is seen as divine justice by many. Liberation Munchkinlanders celebrate her death. They are freed from her oppressive rule. Elphaba's Reaction Elphaba is conflicted: she grieves for her sister but also recognizes the relief of her subjects.

early childhood in Quadling Country

late adolescence

after the death of the Eminent Thropp

during her rule

during the tornado