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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[reconnective]

[I DIDNT THINK THEY REPEATED NAMES IN MULTIPLE FFS NOOOOO]

They'd love to talk your ear off if you asked. [he does not mention they're chipmunks because that might just be a little too strange for most people.] I still think it's pretty incredible, too. But there are always going to be worlds out there that need help, so we'll go wherever we have to in order to save them.

Have you traveled a lot before? [alphinaud's giving the impression it's not so much he's never gone anywhere but just not as easily. it's worth asking.]

[chanteuser]

Like the planetarium?

Are there more buildings than that one locked?

[reconnective]

Oh. [as you do.] Can the god take it back out if you decide you're not a Gatchaman anymore?

[chanteuser]

He was very polite. I was just surprised? I guess?

[soulus]

Yes. In total, there should be four.

[twitter]

You're always a Gatchaman. It's in here.

[ she pats her heart ]

[laid]

[look! it's lore!]

LIFTS YOU UP...... HOURS LATER............

[suddenlybees]

Like, skirt flipping pervert? Pigtail pulling pervert? Sure, yeah, alright! I'll take it~

[ He's a fourth grader, that's what he is. But he doesn't seem to care if that's the label that gets slapped onto him. ]

[reconnective]

[look at this stuff, isn't it neat? etc etc. sora's also pretty happy to look through all of these items, hands behind his head as he peers at different displays to get an idea of what's available.]

That'd be really helpful if they did so we can talk to people wherever they're at in town. Wanna split up and look? You take this half of the shop, I'll take the other.

[reconnective]

[mistakes were made but he's doing his best to keep up. regardless, even if he misses a few steps he seems to be enjoying himself and turns to give her a wide grin.]

Yeah! We'll make it all the way to the end. [except he promptly misses a note and the game makes a sound.] Hey! [focus, sora!]

[reconnective]

[this is something more familiar, so he nods in agreement. zuko has mai and sora has goofy.]

It's like that for us, too. Some of my friends don't rely on magic in battle but they're strong in other ways. They're some of the best.

[discernments]

They are doing their best.

[ Probably. It's what the message said. ]

I look forward to what else they can let us know.

[maidforservice]

[here!]

[maidforservice]

[here]

[suddenlybees]

[ Kano's given name is pretty much a joke anyways, he wouldn't have been surprised if none of this was bullshit. ]

Um, hmm. Ever heard of Genovia?

[maidforservice]

[here]

[soulus]

[He waits by the riverbank, crouched with an arm draped over a knee. That's one way to circumvent swimming. The raft really is holding up.]

[maidforservice]

[here]

[maidforservice]

[here]

[twitter]

We can see if that one person ever figured out what a backspace is!

[discernments]

[ Hmm... a suit of armor... ]

It doesn't look like they are, which may be a small blessing.

[ Or is it more of an ignorance is bliss kind of thing? ]

[reconnective]

Right! [oh, he likes her already. that's the kind of attitude he can get behind and he begins to turn to head south toward the forest. rip in pieces both of you.] And if nothing happens, guess that's an answer, too.

[as they begin to walk he turns his head to smile at her again.] My name's Sora.

[suddenlybees]

Is that how it is? Yeah. Alright!

[ Speaking of blood, Kano pulls out his bloody tea bags and slaps them down on the counter. ]

[laid]

[Kano please]

[frostythehitman]

[ Shakes his head. ]

You and I both know it's a hell of a lot more than just that.