In which a most curious accident causes the Magician’s beloved wife and Ojo’s guardian, Unc Nunkie, to be turned to marble, compelling the young boy and his spirited companion, the Patchwork Girl, to set forth on a quest for rare and magical ingredients. Accompanied also by the indignant Glass Cat, they prepare to journey through the diverse and surprising lands of Oz, whilst the Magician toils in despair at home.