The journey begins at a depth of 820 meters, where Riko realizes they have already surpassed her previous dreams of exploration. However, the reality of their situation sets in when they discover a package from the Leader, , tucked away in Reg's backpack. This revelation confirms that their departure was anticipated and that they are being watched from above. Key Encounters and Themes
: Habolg , a legendary Black Whistle and close friend to Riko’s mother Lyza, appears to guide them through the final stretch of the first layer. His farewell serves as a bittersweet transition from the safety of Orth to the lethal unknown of the deeper layers. Made in Abyss Episode 4
In the fourth episode of Made in Abyss , titled Riko and Reg's descent takes an emotional and high-stakes turn as they officially cross the "point of no return" into the 1st Layer. The Descent and Discovery The journey begins at a depth of 820