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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Comments

[soulus]

Certainly, it's unexpected for humans.

Eighty years . . . no, even eight hundred years are still considered youthful to Haros.

[dawnblushed]

...what is a backspace, anyway?

[frostythehitman]

[ Of fucking course the kid's been kidnapped before. Jesus Christ. ]

You don't have to fall asleep for it to be a kidnapping, it's just one way of it happening. Jesus--not knowing what kidnapping is is exactly what makes you such a target for them.

[dianxias]

It's an honor to meet you, Queen Taako.

[ i hate this so much. just so you know. ] What color is a "tomato"?

[robopriest]

[He opens his mouth, as if to say something...and then seems to reconsider, giving a shrug.]

Ah, I can't say anything myself. I'd say the same thing if I were you, ha. Kettle can't call the pot black.

[evocationary]

There's at least four dudes with eyepatches. [ she informs him. ] One of them is a pirate ghost.

[ as for the rest, she's just going to wave her hand. ] Yeah, yeah, boring. What's the point of anything if you don't go big? I'll make you the best goddamn sandwich you've ever had. You're gonna cry.

[sacredchants]

[ she didn't judge how they have a centaur so she's not judging elf ears. just...making a mental note of what she's seeing. ]

Yeah, they are.

[ she'll look over at the l*gos again. ]

But I guess you could also build things that people can actually use with them. [ a shrug. ] Like a chair.

[ a really uncomfortable chair... ]

[dawnblushed]

Oh, I don't have any money.

[Yoon carries the money and Yoon is not here right now, alas.]

[recrowns]

There's also food in the inn?

[still not helpful]

[arcsplainist]

—Hm?

[ With raised brows, he folds his arms over his chest. ]

Interest isn't quite right... More accurately, I confess I am a bit perplexed by some of the items in this shop. I assume these are more toys, much like most of what you would find here, but I have yet to ever see a kind like this.

[stillnot]

Some kind of optical illusion, maybe...?

[ she does not sound convinced by her own theory. ]

[laid]

For someone who's "ok" ya look and sound pretty roughed up.
[Honestly... kids these days.]

I can only assume they're welcome gifts from our captors.

[reconnective]

At least they admit it's a mess. [he'll just outright say it, but that's a thought.] If we're going to meet them soon like they say, maybe we should come up with some questions to ask them. They've gotta be willing to talk to us first before anything else happens.

[bisouled]

[ helpful! ish. She's not terribly bothered by his not knowing what Telethia are, because most people hadn't seen them at all until very recently. No reason to assume anything crazy is happening yet! (No, she hasn't read that message on her device.) ]

You mean you just showed up here all of a sudden, too? Something really weird is going on.

[supremity]

That sounds disgustingly sweet.

[ Not better? He'll stick to his alcohol, thanks. ]

Doesn't quite explain all of the things in the bag, but I'm not expecting answers out of - [ Fuckin. Wiggles the PHS in his hand. ]

[sacredchants]

[ ... ]

Only idiots would refuse. They were able to bring us all here, right? Who knows what else they can do to us.

[reconnective]

Thanks! [they can both be stylish together.] Maybe our new friends would like some, too. What do you think?

[...who...who are you talking about, sora.]

[frostythehitman]

[ Well, "shotgun" and "pistol" are pretty vague but okay. ]

Pistols are pretty good. Flexible. They're my go-to.

You use 'em a lot?

[misstrust]

Yes, it seems they'd prefer us not to starve before they tell us why we're here!

[ How kind. ]

[dianxias]

I didn't think I'd ever see this again...

[ well hopefully he won't be hunting down any ghost brides. ] How odd, considering we were just with Xuan Ji.

[ once he's made sure there's not a terrifying wrath level ghost inside, xie lian releases the silk and sets it back in the closet, shutting the door. ] What a strange place indeed. San Lang, is everything in order with you and your things as well...?

[recrowns]

Well now, it cannot be an illusion for you - else it be an illusion for us both. For the suggestion that it's an illusion just for you would imply that I possess no sentience of my own, which would be problematic for me.

[THE SIMULATION IS FAILING]

I had another theory that I proposed to someone - would you care to listen?

[antaressnipe]

Yes...

[Briefly, his expression turns severe as he glances down at the device in his hand, his tail giving an irritated jerk to the side]

More information than they should rightly have. I'll be curious to know how this is even possible.

[He has Questions to ask]

[evocationary]

Oh yeah. Loads. My --

[ hm. she pauses, and then shrugs. might as well. she takes those eggs! ] My brother and I did a world tour of all the best culinary spots in the universe. We've both got tons of cooking know-how up in the ol' noggin.

[ she sounds fond. gross. ]

[reconnective]

Okay then. Let's go take a look! [he gets to his feet then, and even offers her a hand so she can stand up.]

My name's Sora. [introductions are a must.]

[robopriest]

Every single day. If I don't do them, I would get lectured for hours by my mentor.