Munchkinland's Secession and the Wizard's Response

Wicked

Details the political conflict of Munchkinland's secession from Oz, Nessarose's rule, and the Wizard's military and diplomatic maneuvers.

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Nessarose's Declaration Nessarose's Declaration from "Wicked". Nessarose's Declaration The Spark Nessarose, now the Eminent Thropp, declares Munchkinland's secession from Oz.

Nessarose's Declaration from "Wicked". Nessarose's Declaration The Spark Nessarose, now the Eminent Thropp, declares Munchkinland's secession from Oz.

Nessarose's Declaration The Spark Nessarose, now the Eminent Thropp, declares Munchkinland's secession from Oz. She cites the Wizard's oppression and the Massacre at Far Applerue. Popular Support Many Munchkinlanders support her, tired of the Wizard's taxes and military presence. The Wizard's Response The Wizard is initially unable to respond due to other conflicts. He bides his time.

Nessarose's Tyranny Nessarose's Tyranny from "Wicked". Nessarose's Tyranny Religious Laws Nessarose imposes strict unionist laws, persecuting dissenters and Animals. Her rule becomes as oppressive as the Wizard's.

Nessarose's Tyranny from "Wicked". Nessarose's Tyranny Religious Laws Nessarose imposes strict unionist laws, persecuting dissenters and Animals. Her rule becomes as oppressive as the Wizard's.

Nessarose's Tyranny Religious Laws Nessarose imposes strict unionist laws, persecuting dissenters and Animals. Her rule becomes as oppressive as the Wizard's. Alienation of Allies Her religious extremism alienates many of her supporters. The Free State of Munchkinland becomes unstable. Elphaba's Visit Elphaba visits and is horrified by what she sees. She refuses to help Nessarose govern.

The Wizard's Military Buildup

The Wizard's Military Buildup Garrison at Red Windmill The Wizard stations troops at Red Windmill, near Kiamo Ko, to keep Elphaba in check and prepare for re-annexation. Economic Pressure He stockpiles grain and applies economic pressure on Munchkinland, hoping to starve them into submission. Diplomatic Isolation He works to isolate Munchkinland diplomatically, preventing other regions from joining the secession.

Nessarose's Death Nessarose's Death from "Wicked". Nessarose's Death The Tornado A freak tornado kills Nessarose, ending her rule. Munchkinland is thrown into chaos.

Nessarose's Death from "Wicked". Nessarose's Death The Tornado A freak tornado kills Nessarose, ending her rule. Munchkinland is thrown into chaos.

Nessarose's Death The Tornado A freak tornado kills Nessarose, ending her rule. Munchkinland is thrown into chaos. The Wizard's Opportunity The Wizard sees an opportunity to re-annex Munchkinland. He sends Dorothy to kill Elphaba and retrieve the silver shoes. Aftermath Munchkinland is left without a leader. The future is uncertain.

Re-annexation and Aftermath Re-annexation and Aftermath from "Wicked". Re-annexation and Aftermath The Wizard's Departure With the Wizard gone, the re-annexation plan stalls. Munchkinland remains in limbo.

Re-annexation and Aftermath from "Wicked". Re-annexation and Aftermath The Wizard's Departure With the Wizard gone, the re-annexation plan stalls. Munchkinland remains in limbo.

Re-annexation and Aftermath The Wizard's Departure With the Wizard gone, the re-annexation plan stalls. Munchkinland remains in limbo. Glinda's Role Glinda steps in to mediate, but the region is deeply divided. Uncertain Future Munchkinland faces a long road to recovery. The secession has left scars that will take generations to heal.

after the death of the Eminent Thropp

during her rule

during the years of secession

during the tornado

after the Wizard's flight