The Dolls experience a unique mental phenomenon during departure:

For the first time, the constant "hive-mind" chatter of their sisters is silenced to preserve battery and stealth.

The departure isn't just a physical exit; it is a ritualistic shedding of their old identities.

The sterile, recycled air of the labs is replaced by the harsh, unfiltered scent of the world—ozone, dust, or decay.

Without a commander shouting orders through a neural link, the Dolls face the terrifying weight of individual decision-making. 5. Narrative Hook: The First Step

The phase ends as the lead Saber Doll stops at the edge of the perimeter. She looks back at the only home she’s ever known, then steps into the shadows of the wasteland/city. The mission has officially begun.

The Dolls undergo a terminal data synchronization with the Motherframe, archiving their training memories while severing their emotional safety nets.