WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL

[retellers]

WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL (43 remain) Whatever each character was doing—chatting with friends, going to bed, saving the world—ceases. In fact, it's likely nothing more than a groggy memory now, as they open their eyes to unfamiliar surroundings. Apparently, they took a nap right in the middle of a small town, plopped outside on the paved road. Ow? Oh, but it looks like they've been given a goodie bag. Everyone likes gifts, right? Inside, it contains: - a single random one of the following headbands and sparklers - packets of tea - one unlabeled pill - a rock that resembles the galaxy - if they're of age, a mini bottle of alcohol; if they're underage, a can of Mountain D*w Baja Blast instead - a singular condom - a single random one of these pillows (how did this fit?) - a handheld device Should they boot up the device, the screen helpfully informs them that it's a Participant Help System (PHS). Not much on it, but it does have a few apps, including a memo one for taking notes. There's also a messaging system, though it's only capable of receiving messages, not sending any. As a matter of fact, there's an alert for a new message already. Maybe it'll explain what's going on. Good evening, everyone. Uh, how are we sure they’re arriving in the evening? Just say “hello”! Or “greetings”! Greetings is fancy, right? Oh that’s true. Greetings, everyone. That’s better? Yes! Except maybe we take out the that’s better part in the final version. Will do! We’re sorry that we’re not here jklk oh no how do i erase what i wrote. Where is the question mark. Help press backspace. What is a backspace it’s written on the keyboard. Do you even know how to read? right now. There are a lot of things happening that’s so vague? Could we maybe TRY to not be ominous, guys??, It’s going to be ominous no matter what we say, so who cares so we need time to best prepare for you all. We will greet you properly soon, so please make yourselves at home! There are a lot of places to explore, and the kitchen has a lot of delicious food. Please don’t be shy, but also, don’t damage anything. It’s a little inconvenient. They’re going to do it just because you sound so fucking whiny. I’m sorry oh this is how you write somewhere else. Please do not fight or do. We don’t control your life choices. No please do not fight how do i make an exclamation mark maybe we should’ve gotten someone else to write the draft of the message? No offense. I’m sorry Sorry stop apologizing. No one else volunteered. Maybe we’ll luck out and none of them know how to read Thank you for your time! We’ll see you soon. Also, we promise you haven’t been kidnapped or anything! Oh dear. I don’t know if this is going to be edited, so if it isn’t, then I do apologize to the participants for our lack of organization. We’re doing our best! Probably. Er, what? Unfortunately, it seems as though that's the only info they're given for now. In the meantime, why not explore the surrounding area? A number of buildings are locked, and the Planetarium appears to be closed, but there's enough to keep the characters occupied for a day or two. They might even want to get to know their fellow "participants" better, while they're at it.

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[lecarre]

Oh, I would be happy to!

[A beat.

She pauses.]

I'm sorry, I am just trying to decide where to begin.

[misstrust]

I see... well. I think that's a different problem entirely than your actual nature.

For now, you're sure you don't want a blanket?

p5r spoilers don't look

[siblingless]

W-Well... It's not really my name.

[The quotation marks are, apparently, there for a reason.]

[exercisms]

[Well. He's not going to contradict someone who is yelling at him, so. Fine, it's a rabbit frog.]

Yeah, it just hopped right up there. It's kind of amazing, huh? You must be good with animals.

[reconnective]

You don't have to panic, but...why is your soul inside a note? [are you not human, hajime? who's your other?]

yes clearly

[cuedoves]

If it hasn't destroyed that headband, it's probably not dangerous. In fact, nothing around here seems to be dangerous.

[ almost like the kidnappers are trying to get their guard down.... ]

But I'd start with just testing it with the tip of your finger.

[ when he goes in to get the headband..... ]

[suddenlybees]

Of course, yeah! They gave this stuff to us, right? Wouldn't it be rude not to use them?

[ All this junk has got to be useful somehow... Kano will figure out a way. ]

Anything else in that bag you don't want? We can do tradsies~

[maidforservice]

[takes the glass and lifts it as well, a smile twitching up the corners of her lips]

To adapting.

[and then she takes a sip!!!]

[laid]

[SIGHS.]

Anyone ever tell ya you're too focused on money?

[exercisms]

[He smiles a little, not really intimidated.]

Mm. I never met anyone else until recently, either. So I understand.

[maidforservice]

My apologies, miss.

[she looks apologetic but IS SHE REALLY???]

Perhaps I shouldn't tease so much when we've only just met. My name is Sharon Kreuger.

[a polite curtsy]

[canned]

[al looks around, "the front desk...?"]

Oh, sorry, no I don't have a complaint. This town seems very nice. I just wanted to ask what town this is and which direction Central City is in.

[maidforservice]

Do take your time. I'm in no rush at all.

[in fact she is now cleaning up the mess she made while cooking]

[suddenlybees]

[ Kano yelps and ducks so the rock doesn't hit him in the face. Sparkles? what??

He scavenges around and finds six more rocks and hands them all over. Do it again, all at once. ]

[showyourself]

Oh--yes, I imagine there must be, somewhere.

[she's perfectly happy to trail around after this little baby child, and make sure she doesn't get into any trouble.]

But you don't need to show me right away, if you want to keep it for later.

[soulus]

A nuisance.

[reconnective]

A servant? [hm...well okay.] That's a really long time. What else have you learned to do?

[soulus]

[Sora is correct to wonder.]

I have no interest in such things.

[suddenlybees]

Huh? Hm.

[ He looks a bit startled at being thanked, wow, novel ]

Yeah, you're welcome~ I told you, right? I won't let you die alone.

[reconnective]

Nope. Never been there. [so therefore he's right. but he tilts his head.] What's the Earth Kingdom like?

[riegan]

You know what they say. People cope with trauma in different ways.

(He's also chill about this but he's not ashamed to admit he's also just taking things in! Looking at that hand...

And he'll reach out to take it like the noble gentleman he is, raising his other hand to his chest as he gives Taako a nice little bow. He won't kiss any hands though. That's too forward. He's a gentleman.)

Claude von Riegan. It's a pleasure to meet you, Lup.

[stillnot]

[ you know what, she is not even going to correct the age thing. something tells her that an adult who thinks she looks twelve is not going to think sixteen is that different.

as for why she needs a gun. well. ]

... To not die?

[maidforservice]

[~SPARKLES~]

Why, all of the things a maid should know how to do, of course.

[WHICH INCLUDES SUCH EXCITING TASKS LIKE. . . cleaning and doing paperwork and running errands and grocery shopping]

[soulus]

I have no interest in things that don't make money.

[reconnective]

No idea. [he's genuinely unsure my dude.] Maybe they put them in by mistake?