And after their little talk of memories, Robin is satisfied with the company and in no hurry to bring Phalanx back to a pinpoint of awareness. He'll simply let them observe the world in peace while he pushes a button and sends them slowly climbing up a series of pulleys towards a much higher, more colorful part of the world.
There are some things to see along the way, easily visible through the bars of their cab, but the really interesting things don't start until they reach the lower tier of the market. It's early in the morning, so the streets are not as packed as they were the day before, and many shops are not open yet--but there are enough early risers and merchants finishing up their night shifts that the sprawl of tents and booths is still fascinating to watch.
The elevator spits them out right at the edge of a line of awnings. A couple people glance at them as they pass, but that's to be expected. They look pretty weird, the two of them.
"Okay, clothes first." Robin takes Phalanx's hand and guides him forward, knowing exactly where to go, "We'll have to find you some pants, a jacket, maybe a cloak..."
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There are some things to see along the way, easily visible through the bars of their cab, but the really interesting things don't start until they reach the lower tier of the market. It's early in the morning, so the streets are not as packed as they were the day before, and many shops are not open yet--but there are enough early risers and merchants finishing up their night shifts that the sprawl of tents and booths is still fascinating to watch.
The elevator spits them out right at the edge of a line of awnings. A couple people glance at them as they pass, but that's to be expected. They look pretty weird, the two of them.
"Okay, clothes first." Robin takes Phalanx's hand and guides him forward, knowing exactly where to go, "We'll have to find you some pants, a jacket, maybe a cloak..."