There's something happen underground; Max had been outside, resting, when she heard the start of the commotion, something large breaking through rock, the ground shaking. For a second, she thinks it might be an earthquake, but it doesn't feel quite right, it's too focused on one area.

Which probably means something's gone wrong.

She'd started running as soon as she'd pinpointed the direction, slowing down to shift sharp claws and sharper teeth, because she doesn't know exactly what's happened, but it's good to have some minor defenses ready. It's probably a good thing, because it means she misses that wave of blue light; it's already passed by the time she comes careening down the stairs.

And sees the giant robot.

"What the fuck is that?"