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In the palace throne room, Jack Pumpkinhead meets the Scarecrow. Both are surprised by the other’s appearance. As Jack is newly created, he doesn’t understand the Scarecrow’s words. The Scarecrow summons the Soldier with the Green Whiskers to fetch an interpreter. The soldier returns with Jellia Jamb, a palace maid who mistranslates their exchange until the Scarecrow discovers her trick. Jellia reveals that everyone in Oz speaks the same language, resolving the misunderstanding. The Scarecrow and Jack become friends and go to the courtyard to play quoits.
Meanwhile, Tip meets General Jinjur, leader of an all-girl Army of Revolt. She explains her plan to seize the Emerald City for its wealth. Her army of girls, armed with knitting needles, marches to the city. At the gates, Jinjur demands surrender from the Guardian of the Gates. He’s intimidated and gives her the keys. The Soldier with the Green Whiskers confronts them but flees when he admits his gun is unloaded. Without resistance, Jinjur’s army captures the Emerald City.


