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

[arcsplainist]

A fair point, I suppose.

[ He'd hope there were bigger problems to deal with than missing merchandise, though—such as how this many people inexplicably woke up on the street, or how everyone simply up and vanished before that... But who's he to say. ]

There's no harm done in leaving a note, either way; allow me to pen a letter, then.

[ brb going to find a pen and paper ]

[exercisms]

[He's getting progressively more concerned by this girl?]

No thank you, I'm all right.

[robopriest]

Ouch. You're the type of merchant who runs people dry.

[You WOUND him, sir!]

[stillnot]

[ Clementine is startled that something is flying at her? But once it hits her and falls to the floor she just. Makes a face. Gross?

And then she knocks on the door. ]

You okay in there?

[ she sounds at least a little bit concerned! ]

[favourable]

I'm fine.

[he's not, but whatever!]

c!

[axecessory]

[ The smell of coffee is nice to draw her into the kitchen, but bean juice is really not to her tastes. She refrains from making a face, instead looking a little forelorn. ]

Oh, thanks, but I can't handle how bitter it is... [ She sighs. ] Though a hot drink does sound really good right now.

[ ya girl's just been kidnapped and is mad about it, she wants some tea ]

[misstrust]

Maybe we ought to be grateful for that.

... But really, no more wandering off on your own!

[ HUFF. ]

[robopriest]

This "dude" is Hansa Cervantes.

[He gives a little wave.]

And who is my illustrious chef?

[antaressnipe]

Archer.

[A nod. He is aware of how that sounds, but doesn't offer further elaboration, either.]

Not at all. Most humans fear what they do not understand or recognize.

[Arching a brow, amused again. There is no malice or judgement in his tone, however, just a simple truth to be conveyed]

So I am accustomed to staring before being understandably avoided.

[sacredchants]

[ hmm. ]

You make it sound like you have experience with those kind of lies.

Re: arcade

[favourable]

Machine room...? [he glances at her. also, what is she? but he at least has enough manners to not, like, blurt that out.] What do you mean?

[misstrust]

No promises, but I do know a few good remedies for a hangover. I'm sure a headache is much the same.

[ Dorothy, no. ]

[stillnot]

[ Nothing particularly special? ]

So you usually have other people to look out for you?

[ Because those are the only two options that Clementine is aware of. ]

[recrowns]

Currency is always a favorite, but trinkets in exchange are so much more interesting.

[still he just offers a little bit of a laugh at 'not kidnappers']

Should we make a running list of questions for them? Question, demands, requests... and determine their character based on how many go answered? I do hope they majority of them are amiable.

[there were

so many warring voices on their welcome message]

[evocationary]

[ it is ridiculous. he's so tall and the hearts are tiny. ]

I just mean you seem more like, I don't know - a whiskey and library sort of guy, that's all I'm saying. [ she adjusts her stupid sunglasses. ] There's still plenty of pretty women here, at least.

[favourable]

[he is doing his best not to!!]

I've never heard of an "arcade" before...

[stillnot]

[ Hm. The smile fades as Clementine nods. ]

A... Power?

[sacredchants]

[ the forest can't be a house. that just doesn't make sense... but at the same time, i accept this. live in your forest house. ]

I can.

[ ...

she might be thinking.

of something. ]

Or we can figure out how to get you up there for yourself.

[evocationary]

Let me make you something to eat and you'll be less frazzled in an instant. Promise.

[ she's already putting together a sandwich. ] And - what, waking up in a weird new place with no idea what's going to happen next? Yeah. Old news. I mean, I shouldn't be here right now, but it's whatever. I'll wander back eventually.

[discernments]

[ Sometimes, it'd be nice to look like a princess? Does that count? ]

Yes. I wonder if we've been summoned for something like that. I only pray it's something benign, but...

[ So far, none of them seem to be here voluntarily? ]

[recrowns]

[ah, wisdom... soo-won listens thoughtfully at that before humming in understanding]

... perhaps respectable fear is still a more desirable result than to become covetous of the unknown.

I'm afraid I have a great number of questions born out of my curiosity - but I'm even more fearful than you've heard them all.

[exercisms]

[Good. He is perfectly willing to be a Pika-perch forever. Taking him to the kitchen door! Wherever he wants to go!]

[assistance]

You mean munchies or self-defense?

[ these are two very different things, hua cheng. ]

[heartablaze]

[well she can't go shoving her hands into a not!mokona's mouth that's a good way to get bit]

Come on, please, you don't have to swallow it--

If you haven't already, that means it must taste really bad, right? Which probably means it's bad to eat!

[recrowns]

[ah - he laughs a bit in return]

Reflex, perhaps...?

I'm used to being chastised if I were to even play a little bit.