the huge, spacious main chamber of the colony. looming over the scene is the royal palace, which seems to be inaccessible, perched on top of a hill-like pedestal.
a huge crowd is forming, eager to welcome the army back. a band is striking up a triumphant victory song, confetti and streamers are being thrown, as general formica strides in, followed by carpenter.
the huge main chamber of the colony, where most of the workers -- as well as z, bala, weaver, azteca, and the queen -- have run to.
the water is rising. but almost all of the ants have escaped. z clambers up the mound, as the scaffolding of ants rolls up from the bottom.
a huge assembly of ants applauds as z who is given a medal by the queen.