Polly's Sea-Shell Bodice

Polly’s sea-shell bodice, part of her fish-person disguise, allows her to blend into the Atlantean market. The bodice, paired with a seaweed skirt and decorative headdress, helps her evade suspicion as she moves through the crowded stalls. When guards approach, Ara and Nola swiftly conceal her under a rug, the bodice’s texture and appearance aiding in her camouflage. The disguise is effective but fragile, requiring constant vigilance to maintain.

The Doctor’s tambourine, used as part of his sailor disguise, serves as a functional prop to blend into the Atlantean market. He rattles it rhythmically while sitting by the fountain, adding to his casual, unassuming demeanor. The tambourine’s percussive sounds help maintain his cover, allowing him to observe the market and coordinate with his allies without arousing suspicion. Its playful yet strategic use underscores the Doctor’s ability to multitask under pressure, using seemingly mundane objects to further his goals. The tambourine is discarded when Zaroff spots him, no longer needed for his disguise.

Polly’s sea-shell bodice is a key part of her fish-person disguise, allowing her to move through the market unnoticed. The bodice, paired with her seaweed skirt and headdress, helps her blend into the crowd, though her vulnerability is underscored when she must conceal herself under Nola’s rug. The disguise is both a shield and a reminder of the fish people’s oppression, as Polly relies on their solidarity for survival. After the guards depart, the bodice remains intact, symbolizing her continued role in the rebellion.