(Dr. Nikidik's Wishing Pills)

*December 20th, 1900*

*Winkie Country*

The Winkie Guard had heard Scarecrow's command as he quickly nodded his head and quickly allowed them to enter the castle.

"Sure! I'll get Our Majesty right this second so please make yourselves at home!" The Winkie Guard had spoken out as had quickly ran over to where Tin Woodman was currently residing leaving the gang alone in the castle.

"Well I'll say! Tin Woodman really did a number on this place! I remember how scary and old the castle was when the then Wicked Witch of the West ruled over but now it's quite fancy" Scarecrow had spoken out while observing the beautiful and yellowish castle while everyone else nodded their heads in agreement.

"I must agree on your statements as well, They say that your home is a representation of your inner self which means that Tin Woodman is a very kind being" Woggle Bug had spoken out as well as this was followed with doors being open as it was none other than Tin Woodman who had a smile on his face.

"Scarecrow! It's been quite some time since we've last seen each other! How has things been?" Tin Woodman had spoken out in joy while he and Scarecrow walked up to each other to give each other a handshake as Scarecrow began to explain everything.

"Not so good, It's a long story but to make it short, Emerald City and most of Oz has been usurped by Jinjur and her terrible army and to make matters worse, It seems that Mombi has teamed up with her as well and now we're on a journey to see Glinda, The Good Witch of the South; however, our transportation who's called Gump is flying awfully slow and is now sleep.." Scarecrow had explained to his friend as thoroughly and carefully as possible while Tin Woodman nodded his head in understandment before deciding on what he shall do next.

"That's terrible! I always had a feeling that Mombi was gonna try something but I can help you guys but first, what's the names of your new friends, I believe I know the young boy since I do recall Dorothy helping him a few months ago" Tin Woodman had responded back while looking over at Tip and the others as the trio had began to introduce themselves.

"My name Is Tip, pleased to meet you and thank you in advance for assisting us in getting Gump to flying faster" Tip had spoken out while he nudged Jack Pumpkinhead's shoulder as it was his turn to introduce himself.

"And my name is Jack Pumpkinhead, I was created by Tip just one day ago but I hope my presence won't annoy you or anything" Jack Pumpkinhead had spoken out as well while bowing in respect as finally, It was Woggle Bug's turn to introduce himself.

"My name is Mr Highly Magnified Woggle-Bug, Thoroughly Educated so don't wear my name out" Woggle Bug had spoken out while tipping his hat as a sign of respect while this brought a smile to Tin Woodman's face.

"Such wonderful people and since we got the introductions out of the way, I'm willing to assist you guys on your journey but first, we should see a very special doctor who was in fact the Wicked Witch of the West's personal doctor.." Tin Woodman had spoken out as this seemed to have caught Tip's attention as he had an expression of surprise.

"W-Wait?! Don't tell me we're gonna see HIM?!" Tip had spoken out in awestruck as Tin Woodman nodded his head indicating that he knew who the boy was referring to.

"Yes, we're gonna see Dr. Nikidik! He's a bit of a crook; however, if you get on his good side then we might just be able to convince him to help us" Tin Woodman had spoken out while Tip was taken back by this as he began to speak.

"But he lives in the Gillikin Country which is located in the north! It's gonna take us days to arrive.." Tip had objected; however Tin Woodman wasn't fazed by this as he began to reveal more things about him.

"He used to live in Gillikin Country but he moved to Winkie Country but he was enslaved by the Wicked Witch of the West and that's how he became her doctor but he still lives here and it's not far" Tin Woodman had explained to Tip as this brought peace to Tip's mind.

"Father, Who's Dr. Nikidik? He seems like a person whom everyone knows.." Jack Pumpkinhead had asked Tip in a curious tone of voice as the young boy began to explain everything.

"Dr. Nikidik was a crooked scientist who traded secrets and other such spells with Mombi and the other former evil witches; however, I was only a toddler but I do remember him visiting the old hag from time to time; however, they had a falling out and Dr. Nikidik has never helped Mombi ever since" Tip had explained to Jack Pumpkinhead as Jack listened with great interest as this story was fascinating in his eyes.

"Wooow! I never knew Old Mombi had this much history but I just hope that the doctor is nice…" Jack Pumpkinhead responded back with a mixture of worry yet amazement as Tin Woodman began to speak out.

"Alright, Let's head over to Dr. Nikidik's place!" Tin Woodman had spoken out as he, Scarecrow, Tip, Jack Pumpkinhead, and Woggle Bug were officially ready to see the mysterious doctor.

"According to my calculations, He should not be that far! In Fact! It's quite the marvelous walking distance" Woggle Bug had explained to the gang while Tip had a look of annoyance on his face while the others were quite astonished at the Woggle Bug's intelligence.

The gang had officially begun their journey to see Dr. Nikidik as it didn't take long since his home was roughly ten minutes away from the castle as they had finally arrived at their destination.

"We're here! I just hope that the doctor is not busy or anything" Scarecrow had spoken out in worry as he saw Tin Woodman knocking on the door.

"Dr. Nikidik, are you home? My friends and I are in great need of your assistance.." Tin Woodman had spoken out as there was silence for a few seconds before the door was answered by none other than Dr. Nikidik himself.

The doctor was an old man with a long beard who wore a yellow lab clat and had a very fancy cane.

"Your majesty, What seems to be troubling you and your friends? It's quite rare for me to have visitors these days.." Dr. Nikidik had spoken out with a smile on his face while waiting for a response from Tin Woodman.

"You see, My friends are in deep trouble due to the work of Jinjur and Mombi and to make things short, they need your help in making their friend fly faster to the Quadling Country and I was wondering if you're willing to help" Tin Woodman had responded back as this made the doctor think for a moment as he had taken the time to collect his thoughts before deciding on an answer.

"I see, It seems that Mombi plans on becoming powerful while using Jinjur as a distraction, eh? I've known Mombi for years and I've seen through her tricks! When the time is ripe then she'll snatch the throne from Jinjur and all hell's gonna break loose so please follow me!" Dr. Nikidik had responded back while motioning his hands for the gang to enter his home while everyone did just that.

"Thank you for hearing our plea, Mombi is one terrible witch and we gotta get back to the Emerald City as soon as possible" Scarecrow had thanked the doctor as the old man smiled back.

"It's nothing really, I'm not like how most people described me so I appreciate the comment" Dr. Nikidik had spoken back to Scarecrow while roaming through his many inventions and other gadgets before coming across a small bag as this caught Tip's attention.

"Wait, are you gonna pull what I think you're gonna pull.." Tip had spoken out in curiosity as Dr. Nikidik nodded his head in confirmation while showing the gang the bag.

"In this bag contains wishing pills! It's a rather fabulous invention that I created over forty years ago and the instructions are quite simple! You take a pill and state your wish; however, you must count to seventeen by twos or else your wish won't come true but if you do, than your wish shall come true also, leave the pills in a dark place" Dr Nikidik had explained to the gang while giving the bag to Tin Woodman as everyone was amazed by his explanation

"I knew it! I remember the old hag keeping some wishing pills but I always thought it was Mombi being crazy…" Tip had spoken out in awestruck as this had made the doctor laugh before finally recognizing Tip as Mombi's kitchen slave.

"Ah! I knew you looked familiar! You are Tip, aren't you? Mombi has never spoken fondly of you but I do recall seeing you when you were just a toddler" Dr. Nikidik had responded back while chuckling to himself while Tip smiled back.

"Yup, that's me but thank you for helping us and we're gonna take good care of the pills" Tip had spoken back to the doctor while showing gratitude in the process.

And with that, Tip and the others had thanked Dr. Nikidik for everything before departing from his home as their next mission was to get back to Gump and Sawhorse; however, they noticed that it was getting dark.

"Oh my, it's getting awfully dark! We should stay the night at Our Majesty's castle!" Woggle Bug had spoken out while looking up at the sky as the rest of the gang nodded their heads in agreement.

"Darn, you're right. I guess we have to get to Sawhorse and Gump in the morning.." Tip had spoken back in a tone of disappointment and slight sadness as he wanted to get to his two friends and head over to Quadling Country while Tin Woodman tried to cheer up everyone.

"It's quite unfortunate but you guys do need the rest and food for tomorrow and don't worry, me, Scarecrow, and Jack Pumpkinhead will watch over you and Woggle Bug" Tin Woodman had spoken out to Tip as these words had made him smile.

"Thanks, It's just I'm hoping that we're not too late or anything, I also don't know who I truly am as well as, just who am I?" Tip had responded back while looking up to see the twilight evening sky which illuminated the beautiful Winkie Country as the young boy was filled with questions on his past, present and future.

*Dr. Nikidik's Home*

Dr. Nikidik was sitting on his chair while thinking about his encounter with Tip and the others as he was deep in thought.

"This boy, doesn't he know?! I recall Mombi telling me about the boy's true identity but I never really believed it; however; I still can't shake the feeling that this boy may actually…." Dr. Nikidik had spoken out to himself as he was left questioning about Tip and his mysterious origins.

Just what exactly is Mombi hiding in regards to Tip?!….