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]

Oh.

[her hands slowly drop to her sides]

Yes, it was. [...] Thank... you. For letting me know.

[although now she just. looks a little bit lost.]

How did you... know? I don't think I've ever met you before?

[exercisms]

Uh. No, we haven't met.

[He. Holds out his arm in a position like he's about to try to use some powers?]

It just seemed like it. Sorry!

[showyourself]

[...]

...You have them, too.

[it's a guess. but a pretty well-educated one.]

[exercisms]

[Nod. Nod.]

Normally I can sense other ESPers, too, but it isn't working either.

[showyourself]

Es...pers?

People who use powers?

[exercisms]

[Just nodding again. Who knows if he even knows what it stands for.]

It seems like a lot of the people here have powers.

[showyourself]

...It does, doesn't it.

[she exhales, shaking her head.]

It's a bit surprising. I've... never met anyone but myself, and suddenly, it's...

[wait. this poor kid really doesn't need to hear about this. she shakes her head out of that one, too.]

I'm sorry if I startled you.

[exercisms]

[He smiles a little, not really intimidated.]

Mm. I never met anyone else until recently, either. So I understand.

[showyourself]

[she wrings her hands, as if she's trying to decide something—then reaches out.]

Elsa. Of Arendelle.

Can you tell me a little about your powers? Maybe we can help each other.

[exercisms]

Kageyama Shigeo. I'm a student at Salt Middle School.

[But he'll awkwardly stare at her hand like he's not sure if he's supposed to take it?]

I have telekinesis, and I can see spirits and exorcise them.

[showyourself]

[oh, perhaps, if he's from somewhere else...?]

I'm sorry—do you not shake hands? It seems we're all from different cultures, too...

[exercisms]

[Continued here]