[b][u]Luke Schwarz--Landfall[/u][/b]

[i]Well, that was pretty pleasant.

Now then![/i]

First things first: Find a bike place! Setting off with just as much gusto as any of the other departees, arguably more, he set off down the first street he saw, mentally going through a checklist in his head about what requirements he had in his choosing of his latest and greatest trusty steed.

Preferably sturdy. Maybe a Basket in the front. The ability to ride double if necessary.

Red?

[i]Red.[/i]

That one was a no-brainer.

Did he want one of those foldable ones? The balance between portability and durability was a delicate one, and considering his priorities, tendencies, and general riding style...

Better to not risk something collapsing randomly on him.

To his luck, just at the corner a bike rack greeted his lively gray eyes, accompanied by a small, almost hole-in-the-wall studio.

A specialist! An artisan! A strong use of his newly acquired lien!

[i]Lady luck is smiling upon me today![/i]

He entered the store with boundless enthusiasm.