Situational irony
The fox is trapped and expects a well-wisher to help him escape danger. When the boy and the mole come across, the fox sees them, and he forgets that he needs help because he quickly develops an appetite to eat the mole. The mole saves the fox but expects to be eaten because the fox is hungry. Ironically, instead of the fox eating the mole, he thanks him and joins them in searching for the boy’s home. Readers expect the fox to eat the mole immediately because he has not eaten for several days. However, the fox changes his mind, which contradicts his earlier interest.
Dramatic irony
There is a tragic irony when the author tells readers that the horse can fly. However, the characters in the novel do not know that the horse can fly. Throughout the novel, the mole, the fox, and the boy are unaware of the horse's ability to fly. The characters are shocked to realize that the wings are growing on the horse's back. The horse, at last, confirms that he can fly and proves it when he flies with the boy.
The boy
The first time the boy interacts with the mole, he underestimates his ability to help find his home. The mole is tiny, and the boy wonders how he can help. Ironically, the mole turns out to be the most important player in his search. The mole starts by rescuing the fox that joins hands with the rest of the team to locate the boy's home.
