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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[moondumplings]

[ she shakes her headly sadly, pouting immensely. ]

No one from home is here.

[ despite not meeting everyone yet, she's absolutely sure she would Know if they were. but also haha power nerfing. ]

[suddenlybees]

[ Yona made him drink blood ):

but she is also cute ]

Hmm, well, in that case, you can come back with your verdict in a couple days!

[showyourself]

[and so she's reversing after them, and... more or less having the same issue as she had going towards the cherry. which is now. gone from the screen again? it's fine.

she does manage to catch one ghost, rendering it down to its eyes, before they turn back to their normal colors.]

I don't know what caused that... where did that cherry go?

[moondumplings]

[ i don't even want to know ]

Mm! You've gotta give everyone a fair chance after all!

[ even if her answer will just be all girls are cute and valid ]

[suddenlybees]

[ I should've apped a gremlin girl this round and see if Usagi would change her mind. Should've apped Mafuyu again. ]

Mm, yeah, that's right! So, like, no hard feelings on the arm thing?

[ the arm that is just lying there by their feet atm ig ]

[showyourself]

[elsa scoffs, drily amused.]

Yes, it must have been. What can I say in response to your praise except, you're welcome?

[suddenlybees]

That's the only thing to say! Thank you thank you thank you~ How can I ever repay you?

[reconnective]

[hey cola where the hell is clem's other finger and when were you going to mention this??? but in all seriousness sora likely isn't going to say anything even if he might notice. while clementine's looking at the shelves, sora seems to be focused on the displays set up around the shop. there's something about the castle that he seems to focus on, but he does his best to search through things and scan for anything that might help.]

It might be a good idea to take some of the writing supplies for stuff. [perhaps a pen could be used for defense.]

[reconnective]

[:c]

I'm sorry. [he just said he doesn't recognize anybody either and yet that's still sad?] That probably made waking up here even worse.

[reconnective]

[why is this game so rude? he watches the shaky eyes of the ghost disappear and zip across the screen before the ghosts flicker back to their original colors.]

I have no idea. It's just gone. [pac-man is very confusing.] But check it out, your score's getting higher every time you eat the little dots. I think you need to collect all of them and run away from the ghosts.

[discernments]

Of course. Will you do the same?

[bisouled]

Really? Just Homs, then? Er -- humans?

[ she learned something from Alphinaud, hurray ]

[stillnot]

[ i mean realistically it's on the ground somewhere in her world. near a car door? don't worry about it. she glances over to Sora, curious about the castle fascination, but also does not comment. ]

Couldn't hurt. Could draw a map or something.

[arcsplainist]

[ ... Maybe a little... ]

You haven't? —Ah, maybe I should not be surprised. [ different worlds and all.... ] To put it simply, 'tis one out of several branches of magicks; while all can come to similar outcomes, each is channeled in their own unique ways.

[arcsplainist]

... Well, they are both very—vivid in color. They are to build with, then?

[arcsplainist]

Oh, do not misunderstand, I do have my thoughts... that whoever has orchestrated this has not the slightest idea what they must be doing.

[ Who. Wrote this??? ]

I find it difficult to be angered by these words when it appears that a mere fool or two were the ones to leave this for us.

[arcsplainist]

[ ... sunglasses? ]

Oh, worry not, I will include that as well.

[ He turns to go rummage up some paper and something to write with. ]

Ere we leave a pile for a poor employee to stumble upon later.

[reconnective]

[closes my eyes. anyway this continues to be a thread of them noticing things about each other that they're never going to talk about, but his eyes light up at that suggestion.]

A map's a great idea. The town isn't too big right now, but that could change. Especially if those locked buildings unlock soon.

[horologia]

[ i hate all of us ]

[horologia]

[ we're over here now ]

[arcsplainist]

[ Alphinaud frowns. ]

If you'll forgive me, I do have my doubts of your authority. Are you... truly in possession of this arm?

[soulus]

[First, Kano needs to get out of the water. Rufus moves as closely to the water as he can without stepping into it.]

If you throw me the rope, I can pull you out.

[arcsplainist]

'Twould appear there is not. It is... passing strange.

[ He glances around. ]

I would almost assume we are not meant to know.

[arcsplainist]

[ ty reveals she hasn't played much ff... smh ]

—Me? Well... I suppose I am well travelled more than most—at times, more so than intended. Wherever this may be likely counts for that.

[arcsplainist]

A branch of magic—one of many, I might add.