Warning: This article contains spoilers for the Wicked musical.As we inch closer to the premiere of Wicked: For Good, many may be wondering what will and won’t be included in the sequel, but for the betterment of the movie, this minor character should get a bigger story. In 2024, Jon M. Chu’s movie adaptation of Wicked finally premiered on the big screen and quickly became one of the most notable films of the year. Based on a Broadway musical which is based on a novel which is ultimately based on The Wizard of Oz, Wicked tells the origin story of the Wicked Witch of the West.

Because Wicked is based on so many different stories and forms, it isn’t entirely clear what Wicked: For Good is going to look like. Wicked itself seemed to mostly stick to adapting the musical, though there were definitely brand-new moments that were added in or parts of Gregory Maguire’s book that provided more detail. Most likely, Wicked: For Good will follow in the footsteps of its predecessor, expanding where it’s necessary. In this case, there is one minor character that I hope we get even more of in the second Wicked movie.

Dulcibear Should Return For Wicked: For Good

Dulcibear Was A Great Addition To 2024’s Wicked

One figure who should appear in Wicked: For Good is Dulcibear. In 2024’s Wicked, Dulcibear was introduced as a talking bear who acted as Elphaba’s nanny throughout her childhood. Notably, Dulcibear wasn’t a part of Maguire’s book series or the musical; she was created specifically for the Wicked movie. In this way, Dulcibear should not be relegated to just a couple scenes in the first movie, but should get an expanded role in Wicked: For Good. Dulcibear’s return could add a lot to the movie without creating too many changes to the overall plot.

Dulcibear played a small part in 2024’s Wicked, but her existence actually has a large impact on the story. Because Elphaba loses her mother after the birth of Nessarose, she doesn’t have a maternal figure to guide her. Dulcibear fulfills that role, showing her kindness during a childhood marred by an absent father and hateful bullies. Furthermore, Dulcibear is vital because she helps establish Elphaba’s connection with animals. Elphaba already feels for them, because they are outsiders like her, but Dulcibear gives her a concrete reason to feel kindess towards Oz’s animals.

Dulcibear Could Make One Of Wicked’s Saddest Scenes Even Stronger

Dulcibear Makes Wicked’s Animal Plotline Better

Dulcibear’s appearance in 2024’s Wicked added a lot to Elphaba’s story, and it could do the same in Wicked: For Good. There is actually one scene in particular that could be incredible for Dulcibear. In Wicked, Elphaba discovers that Dr. Dillamond, after being arrested by the Oz authorities, loses his ability to speak and becomes a regular goat. This moment could become even more emotional if Dulcibear is added to the mix. Perhaps Dulcibear is also captured and loses her voice alongside Dillamond, meaning Elphaba will lose yet another important figure.

Really, Dulcibear would make any animal plotline in Wicked: For Good better. Dr. Dillamond is definitely a likable figure who audiences pity after his capture, but Dulcibear might be able to evoke an even bigger emotional response. Dulcibear has been kind to Elphaba all her life, and a moment of reunion between them in the second movie could be incredibly meaningful. As Elphaba’s reputation changes and Oz descends into madness, Dulcibear can be a solid reminder that Elphaba is not truly wicked, and more than that, that she is loved.

What Dulcibear Could Bring To Wicked: For Good

Wicked Created Dulcibear For A Reason

Overall, there are many ways that Wicked: For Good could use Dulcibear. She could act as a nostalgic figure for Elphaba, a fierce ally who supports her when no one else does, or even a source of information once Elphaba begins to wonder about her own origins and her childhood. Because of how much 2024’s Wicked expanded on the musical’s first half, it would only make sense that the sequel would do the same, which means there will be plenty of time for these small yet impactful moments. These could be some of the most emotional elements of the movie.

One more reason why Dulcibear should be used in Wicked: For Good: the movie created her for a reason. It is true that Dulcibear’s mere existence helped strengthen Wicked’s plot, but it would be a shame to create an entire character with so much potential and not use her. In this way, it seems likely that Wicked has a plan for Dulcibear, and it will finally come to fruition in Wicked: For Good.