The scene opens with a description of the Hittite giza, which lies between the Mediterranean Sea and the Nile River. It is the most affluent part of the Egyptian Empire. The Hittite chief jabari tells the other villagers that he has already informed his brother that they will soon come with troops. He tells them that he will kill them all if they do not leave him alone. He says that his brother will avenge his revenge. The libyan general pedul tells the chief that the Pharaoh has ordered massive forces to leave the village. The chief says that the villagers are advancing towards him, but that he is not sure if he will be able to rescue them. He wants to protect the village chief so that he does not have to worry about his own safety.