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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[maidforservice]

[IT SMELLS DELICIOUS!!! especially the meat skewers, which have been basted in teriyaki sauce]

Does it truly seem so impossible?

[lifts a hand to her mouth, hiding a tiny little laugh-smile]

I have experience in cooking meals for large groups of people. I assure you, it was no trouble at all.

[recrowns]

That's surprisingly flexible of you.

Though I suppose information has its price as well, so I can't say I don't understand.

arrival

[riegan]

Uh...

(Is he seeing this? Is that some sort of giant yellow rat? He's never seen any creature like it before!! But it seems to be struggling with one of the goodie bags for some reason and Claude just sort of... watches a bit before kneeling down to

1. Hold down the bag
2. Get a closer look)

Hey there, little guy... someone lose their stuff?

(IS THERE?? A PERSON AROUND???)

[dawnblushed]

[she points in the direction of the emporium]

In that building over there. There were a lot of them.

[lionson]

Sure.

[Is Chiron waiting outside the inn? Because if so, he'll be able to see Shiro open one of the second-floor windows. The window is definitely not big enough for a horse to jump through.]

Hey, I got some bad news!

[dianxias]

Well, I don't have many people to impress. [ xie lian replies, with a little bit of a laugh. samesies... he's learned so many words today.

he returns and sets the tomato down for her to add to her vegetable pile! he fetched so good! quest complete. ]

I see...well, you don't seem at all 'olde' to me, so I'm certain you must have an... um, ye new vibe?

[moondumplings]

[ ooooh.... she sees. like ami-chan! ]

It's no trouble to me. I don't mind helping!

[ in return, she also learns a lot this way. even if... she doesn't realize it.... ]

[evocationary]

Oh, yeah. The one with Meth Damon, right? [ adventure zone is stupid enough that I can make this joke. ] That guy was fucking nuts.

You'll have to catch me on TV later, once we figure out whatever buckwild puzzle this place wants us to complete in order for us to get home.

[lecarre]

Ah, well, that's...

[Sheepishly...!!]

For someone like me, yes... I can barely cook eggs without messing it up!

[recrowns]

Oh? Then let's take a little bit more.

[he will go get some more fruit!!]

I believe it's for us - a few people have taken to using the kitchen, after all. They're very kind and willing to share, too.

If the innkeeper comes back and desires payment, I'm sure a few of us would be willing to pitch in so we can repay them, even if it's through labor.

[papasha]

[Hm.]

I have not heard of very many kidnappings ending well, if that is what this is at all. I suppose we shall have to hear what the ones who left us the message have to say.

I did not intend to sour the mood, Mister Won.

[maidforservice]

[lifts a hand to her mouth, hiding a smile]

Oh, I don't know about that. I can't promise a meal as lavish as this one every day. Even I have my limits.

[alas!]

But our first day in mysterious captivity does deserve something a little more indulgent, don't you think?

[stillnot]

[ she nods. ]

They were in the books my dad used to read me. Children's fantasy books, you know?

[soulus]

[Well, if she's talking to the fluffball, Rufus just won't answer. The fluffball certainly isn't going to speak, though. In fact, it doesn't even so much as squeak.]

[reconnective]

[off they go. sora follows along at an almost-leisurely pace, hands folded behind his head while he looks this way and that.]

It's a little hard to explain, but it's pretty different from here. How about you? Is this similar to where you were before?

[supremity]

[ I personally hate this in every perfect way possible ]

It is suspicious. I'm not particularly interested in being someone's fetish. [ why did I type that with my own two hands ]

[siblingless]

[He shoots!

He scores!






Which is to say, the condom is going to hit her right between the eyes, bounce off, and gently fall back into the goodie back. She makes some sort of choked, startled noise in the back of her throat, almost as if she were in her death throes, before pressing her hand to her face.]

Why...

[WHY WAS THERE A CONDOM IN THE BAG IN THE FIRST PLACE.]

[maidforservice]

[oh nooooo]

As they say, we must all start somewhere.

[recrowns]

[ . . . ah - he lifts his head at that and offers a soft smile, a little rueful a little amused]

No, it's nothing - you're right to be honest. In fact, I appreciate it more. I've been told that my head can be in the clouds now and again. Thank you for bringing me back to earth.

But if I may offer a counter - I've seen a few kidnapping end well, where the lost are recovered and the wrong-doers are punished.

Shall we see which of our experiences win out?

[pulsecannon]

My head is in better shape than yours is! [ RUDE ] Who cares anyways. We have more important things to worry about than Gods or whatever. Don't you have your own room to look for?

[dawnblushed]

[running water is going to blow their minds.]

Oh... my name is Yona. It's nice to meet you, too, Xie Lian.

[misstrust]

I can't say I'm all that different. Sometimes you don't have to have lived a long time to see terrible things and know to brace for them.

[ Unfortunately. ]

[lecarre]

Oh, yes!

[A beat. She clears her throat.]

I mean, um, I would like that. It sounds much more pleasant to look together.

[antaressnipe]

Should we get the chance to talk to our captors, perhaps accommodations can be made then.

[He says, but honestly just ain't that fussed about the entire thing. A centaur being on the second floor of any building is already a novelty. Perhaps he just prefers his hooves on the ground]

And I must admit, your manner of dress is also ... unique.

[Reminds him of -- but no, that's doubtful, even though his head gives a faint tilt of thought]

[reconnective]

Yeah. [he's at ease for someone who has no idea what's going on, but that's just how it be sometimes.] I haven't figured out how we got here yet, but there must be a reason for it. Has anything like this ever happened to you before?