In this short scene, the magi and the general discuss the situation. The general tells them that the enemy has launched an air attack, and that there are many ships floating in the water. They are surrounded by a powerful barrier, and the only way to escape is to blow the barrier away with a cannon. The magi agree that they must escape, but they are afraid that they will be captured by the enemy. They advise the general to follow the plan to the lower parts of the palace.