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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[showyourself]

...Is it. [deadpanned. that, for some reason, is elsa's tip-off to shenanigans. origin stories, she can buy, but she draws the lines at country-wide breathplay.]

You wouldn't happen to be making all of this up on the spot, would you?

[infreefall]

Don't give up, and you will! Don't forget - go beyond... plus ultra!

[ fistpump!! ]

[suddenlybees]

This is how kidnapping works! I tie you up, and you go "oh no! please let me go! I'll give you my shoe!" and I take your shoe and untie you and let you go!

[ It's not thievery if you're handed the ransom ]

[discernments]

It will still be an answer.

[ She agrees. It's better to know the extent of what's keeping them in. ]

I'm very glad to meet you, Sora. My name is Jeanne. The... phone? [ She thinks it's a phone. ] Will also tell you I'm called Ruler. I don't mind either name.

[robopriest]

...A shoe is a stupid thing to steal, though.

[Like. Come on.]

ganba i believe in you

[pulsecannon]

It's not like I have any pigtails, but if you are pulling pigtails then I'll just hit you

[ No bulli girls ]

What does pulling pigtails have to do with being a pervert anyways?

[chanteuser]

I guess we'll find out. If they [ ---HAHAHAHAHAHAHA--- ] show themselves at some point.

... And people are willing to hear them out.

[pulsecannon]

How the heck am I supposed to know if they have a non-furry version or not?

[ He could be...a cousin or something ]

That's why I'm asking.

[pulsecannon]

[ ... ]

So what then? Are you related to Eidolons or something?

[ She has a whole doubt about that ]

[chanteuser]

[ throws britt directly under a bus, staring directly at the camera the whole time. ]

[ anyway, she isn't long. and she comes back with uh. non-blood infused tea! lovely. ]

Are you happy with any of them, or do you want one of the fruit flavoured ones?

[reconnective]

[concern intensifies...from me, not sora. me.]

The world beyond...? [it's a prompting sort of question but he hopes virid feels like answering.]

[suddenlybees]

[ Can't believe country-wide breathplay is what outs Kano in the end. ]

Sure am! Didja believe any of it?

[soulus]

I am not a moogle. This is my first time hearing about them.

[siblingless]

Wh— Really? W-Well, how about something similar to it? All you have to do to play is shoot the ball through the hoop.

[chanteuser]

[ quietly: ]

Even if I only fail once?

[suddenlybees]

[ oh my god, this is the best. Kano doubles over in laughter, stomach clutching and everything ]

Oh, wow! Wowee, alright! Yeah, that's right! Plus ultra!!

[laid]

[ahoy]

[frostythehitman]

...Got it in one, actually. Superhero. Or, retired, at least.

[ kind of???? ]

[suddenlybees]

What? No way, you can't believe how many shoes have gotten stolen around here! You're going to want to keep a close eye on yours!

[ Poor Yona and her bare feet!!!! ]

[pulsecannon]

[ is he sure he's not even a little moogle ]

It's the first time I've heard about something other than a moogle traveling worlds.

[siblingless]

I hope so. We have so many questions without answers right now.

[suddenlybees]

I'll hold you too it~

[ Bless girls who aren't afraid to just sock him in the face when he does things. ]

And, like, I dunno. Isn't that something they do? What else do perverts do?

[reconnective]

Yeah...we have a ton to pick from. Guess they didn't want us to be too bored while we waited. But I don't think I have a favorite. I haven't played a bunch of these either. Like that one. [he points at knock-off pac-man.]

[suddenlybees]

[ Britt suplexed the bus and crushed me with it instead u_u ]

Hm? Nah, any of them will do! I'm not real picky about food, so I'll have whatever!

[infreefall]

Even if you only fail once.