The Wizard of Odd
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Dorian Gale is like any other 17-year-old boy living in Topeka, Kansas. His parents love him unconditionally, and his best friend, David, treats him like a brother because he and Dorian have been friends since early childhood. One typical school day, a tornado strikes, whisking him and his dog, Adam, away to the magical land of Odd. Here, Dorian meets Gerald, the Good Warlock of the North, who sends him down the golden brick road to the Emerald Castle to meet the great and powerful Wizard of Odd who Dorian hopes will send him and his dog back home to Kansas. Along the way, he meets the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion who befriend Dorian instantly and promise to protect him from Damian, the Wicked Warlock of the West who is very angry at Dorian for accidentally killing his brother with his falling house and having the magical ruby boots that he wants for himself. Will Dorian and Adam find their way home in time for Dorian's graduation? Find out in this slightly modern take on the classic film!
P.S. This is a parody of The Wizard of Oz (1939). Any images used in this story are not mine (except for the one in the prologue), and all credit goes to the creators, photographers, and photography companies.
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