Central Promenade
Central Promenade
The heart of Hot Tub City, featuring a massive communal hot tub known as the Central Immersion Basin—a silver lake of steaming water that stretches beneath neon signs. The basin's chiseled plaque reads: "The Central Immersion Basin - Established Year One of the Total Immersion Act - Purified. Perfected. Permanent. All who enter find their truest selves. Capacity: Unlimited. Duration: Eternal."
The promenade is constantly filled with steam rising from various kiosks, crowds of residents, and vendors showcasing the city's hot tub culture. The air is scented with eucalyptus and lavender, with warm steam rising perpetually.
The basin was installed three years ago following the mandate. Disturbingly, the pool contains no visible drain. The water's temperature fluctuates in a rhythmic pattern almost like breathing. The Tub-master operates a booth near the pool's edge, showcasing premium hot tub models to visitors. He maintains control over a sophisticated panel that can regulate bubble production far beyond natural levels.
A sleek metallic door marked "CONTROL ROOM - AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY" is located near the Tub-master's booth, suggesting a restricted operations area beneath or adjacent to the promenade.
Slippy Steve examines the Central Immersion Basin plaque and discovers a mysterious Control Room door.
Slippy Steve discovers disturbing details about the Central Immersion Basin and the Tub-master's control over it.
Slippy Steve meets the Tub-master at his booth in the Central Promenade and is offered a test-drive of the Infinity-Bubble hot tub.
Slippy Steve approaches a Tub-master's Enforcer on the Central Promenade.