Boq
Boq is a Munchkin who appears in L. Frank Baum's The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. He is a minor character in the book, but he becomes more prominent in Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. In Wicked, Boq is a young man who is in love with Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West. He is also a member of the Winkie Army, which is led by the Wizard of Oz. Boq is a kind and gentle soul, but he is also brave and loyal. He is willing to risk his life to protect Elphaba, and he is always there for her when she needs him. Boq is a complex and well-developed character, and he is one of the most beloved characters in Wicked.