Tactical Hairdo

"Hey, don't worry. You'll see, you'll look lovely with your hair pinned up." Tallóma had to admit that she was excited about what was ahead. Her own braids - now dyed a dark blue - were already safely tucked under a hair net. Out of the way, but easily released when the need would arise.
She was definitely curious what they would find there. And she could tell that, deep inside, so was Calyrra. That woman was a scientist, after all - curiosity was in her nature, and Tallóma could work with that. She would keep her friend focused on the bright side, as difficult as it should be.
Sure, it would be dangerous. No point in denying that. None of them knew what to expect. None of them were fighters, if it should come to that. There were a myriad ways that this could go wrong. All they could do was prepare as well as they were able to.
Every little precaution would increase their chances. Even something as simple as a braid.