SLANGS AND TERMS
"Bright as a lone bulb": Used to describe someone smart or clever.
"Same rust, different metal": The same problem, just in a different form.
"Spin the bottle, see where it points": Make a random decision or take a chance.
"Patchwork dreams": Hopes or ambitions pieced together from various sources.
"All sizzle, no steak": All talk, no substance.
"Kickin' old cans": Revisiting past problems or grievances.
"A shimmer in the puddle": A small bit of hope or happiness in an otherwise bleak situation.
"Cooking with spare parts": Making do with what you have.
"Hitching on a rusty ride": Taking an opportunity, even if it's not the best.
"Tin talk": Cheap gossip or insignificant chatter.
"Chasing broken signals": Pursuing something that isn't worthwhile or is misleading.
"Rooftop wisdom": Street-smart knowledge or wisdom gained from living in the slums.
"Junk's gold if you see it right": One man's trash is another man's treasure.
"Batteries ain't included": Something's missing or there's a catch to the situation.
"Pulling wires outta thin air": Making something out of nothing or being resourceful.
"Patch it, don't pitch it": Make do with what you have.
"Sparks before the fire": A warning sign or premonition of bigger problems.
"Lost in the static": Feeling overwhelmed or confused.
"Treading on cracked glass": Being in a delicate or dangerous situation.
"Flip the switch": Change one's attitude or approach quickly.
"Echoes in empty cans": Rumors or unfounded gossip.
"Chasing flickering lights": Pursuing unrealistic dreams or desires.
"Drained the battery": Used up all one's resources or patience.
"Circuits crossed": A misunderstanding or miscommunication.
"Riding the ripple": Going along with a trend or flow, even if it's temporary.
"Got dust in the gears": Feeling out of sorts or not feeling well.
"Chasing empty cans": Pursuing meaningless or fruitless endeavors.
"Flash without fire": All talk and no substance; superficial.
"Got a full basket today": Having good luck or a good day.
"Singing to the scrapheap": Trying to convince someone who isn't listening.
"Tune your antenna": Pay attention or listen up.
"Wearing yesterday's threads": Stuck in the past or holding onto old grudges.
"Grinding gears without oil": Struggling hard without any assistance or resources.
"Chasing the neon": Going after fleeting pleasures or temporary highs.
"Light beyond the Wall": Hope or optimism despite tough circumstances.
"Dancing on rusted roofs": Taking unnecessary risks.
"Twist the wire, not the truth": Focus on tangible things, not stories or lies.
"Gutters can shine too": Even in the worst conditions, there's potential for beauty or value.
"Walls talk, streets scream": In the slums, secrets are hard to keep.
"Riding the current downstream": Going with the flow or taking the path of least resistance.
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"Empty cans make the loudest noise": Those with the least to offer often speak the most or the loudest.
"Skies ain't always gray": There's always hope or potential for better times.
"If the drain's clogged, find another route": If one path is blocked, find another way.
"Scrap today, shine tomorrow": Sacrifice now for a better future.
"Every alley has its end": Every situation, no matter how grim, has an eventual resolution.
"Stitch before the tear": Address problems before they get worse.
"Patching old cloaks": Trying to mend or repair old relationships or past mistakes.
"Rats have short tails": Secrets in the slums don't stay hidden for long.
"Hustling in the hush": Working discreetly or under the radar.
"Kettle's always boiling": There's always some drama or issue brewing.
"Brighter than a busted bulb": Someone who's not very smart.
"Sip from the leak": Take advantage of an opportunity, no matter how small.
"Junk's gold if you shine it": Making the best out of a bad situation.
"Hawks in the sky": Trouble or authority is nearby.
"Twilight pockets": Having just enough to get by, but barely.
"Rolling on rust": Continuing to move forward despite difficult circumstances.
Skimmer: Someone who profits from others' hard work or scams people.
Glim: A brief opportunity or a small chance.
HighRise: Someone from the metropolis or a rich individual.
Grub'n'Guzzle: A meal, typically a quick and cheap one.
Spinners: Liars or storytellers.
Rusties: Old-timers or elderly folk.
Fade: To hide or lay low.
Drench: Trouble or problematic situation.
Glow-Up: Improving one's situation or appearance.
Zoners: People who are out of it, either due to drugs or trauma.
Pits: The worst parts of the slums or a very bad situation.
Loomers: Gang lookouts or spies.
Nix/Nixers: Nothing or zero.
Skizzed: Meaning high or under the influence.
Grindwire: A regular job or responsibility, especially one that's dull.
Slumshine: A term of endearment for someone from the slums.
Wirehead: Someone tech-savvy or a hacker.
ClipRunners: Children or young teens who run errands or messages in exchange for credits or goods.
Glim: A brief moment of hope or happiness.
WallGaze:A longing or dreamy stare, usually by those who wish to leave the slums for the metropolis.
ChitCreds: One of the Slum's main forms of currency. Often in the form of paper or card-like material stamped with official marks. Act as vouchers or redeemable coupons for services or goods.
Tinks: One of the Slum's main forms of currency. Coins made from scavenged tin. Easily recognizable by their dull shine and are often used for minor transactions.
Drips: Dull, uninteresting, or slow individuals.
Wirewalk: The act of navigating the complex politics and rivalries of the slums.
Vapors: Lies or empty promises.
Tinkertots: Amateur techies or inventors, often kids trying to make new gadgets.
Chrome: Referring to someone with a lot of cybernetic implants.
Synthies: Synthetically produced food or drink, usually of poor quality.