Transportation

Of course this city does have transportation - if not, then how would it be possible to go from level to level? Around the city is a large subway system that is monitored 24/7. The only way to go to each level is to hand over your ID card the ID-taker -- a glorified ticket taker -- and then, depending on which level you hail from, you may be granted entryway. Of course, these little trips can only last a few hours - unless you are from Elysium, in which case, you may stay in whatever level you want for as long as you need. Those in Terra can only go to Elysium if they have an invite from a superior (someone and anyone whom is from Elysium), and those in Abyss may only travel to Terra if they clear their motivations for the trip with whomever they give their ID card to.

As for the actual levels, Elysium-goers may have access to whatever they wish in terms of personal transportation. Want a helicopter? Then you got it. Want a limo? Then you got that too. Hell, even the streets move like escalators with chairs on them if you are just too damn lazy to actually walk. The streets are filled with beautiful, expensive cars that have an elegant, futuristic flair to them.

But Terra and Abyss... How can they afford such luxuries? Terra is considered the 'average joe,' as far as appearances and function is concerned. Cheap cars and cheap bikes with a tram that goes around the level, which probably acts as a home for hobos and bums. The streets don’t move, and - poor you - you'll just have to walk. Oh, sure - maybe there are some expensive cars down there, but do you really believe that they are as good as those in Elysium? It is highly doubtful.

And Abyss? Well Abyss has nothing of the sort! If you scavenge the parts, then maybe you can make your own vehicle if you have the skills. Not to mention, the broken down trams and cars that litter the streets are usually homes for most of the residents in this level. Walking the streets is dangerous, but unfortunately, it is the only way to travel. Yes, the Abyss is the lowest of the low.

See also:

 * Levels
 * Technology