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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[suddenlybees]

Help is help, no matter how little, you know?

[ He's about to say something about not everybody being the hero, but that's sort of the opposite of the point, huh. ]

I bet you'd be a huge help! What sorta things are you good at, miss heroine? Like, how's your throwing arm?

[infreefall]

Exactly! You don't always need a quirk to be able to help someone.

Hmmm... It's better with my quirk, but not bad. I was training to be a support and rescue type hero, but I trained under Gunhead, so I know some martial arts that could help protect someone, if it comes to a fight.

[ there's a pause as she remembers something ]

Oh! And my name's Ochako - Ochako Uraraka.

[suddenlybees]

[ That sure is some whiplash hearing "support and rescue" and then immediately "Gunhead" ]

Huh, alright, yeah! Nice to meetcha, Ochako! I got nothing going for me, so I'll be counting on you, okay?

[ Introductions?? no....... Kano reaches into his pocket and hands Ochako a rock. Not a galaxy rock, but a normal rock you'd find off the side of the road. ]

[infreefall]

Aha... Then I'll try not to let you down!

[ she'll... take the rock? i guess? she's a bit confused by it, but she doesn't question it. ]

Everyone's got some talent, though. You just have to find it.

[suddenlybees]

[ Bless people never questioning things. Kano shoves his hands back into his hoodie pockets. ]

Yeah? What a good way to think about it~ Hope I find it someday!

[infreefall]

Don't give up, and you will! Don't forget - go beyond... plus ultra!

[ fistpump!! ]

[suddenlybees]

[ oh my god, this is the best. Kano doubles over in laughter, stomach clutching and everything ]

Oh, wow! Wowee, alright! Yeah, that's right! Plus ultra!!

[infreefall]

[ haha, nice, he laughed! so instead of dropping her arm, she just fistpumps again! ]

Plus Ultra!

[ double down!! ]

[suddenlybees]

[ DON'T ENCOURAGE THIS

Kano straightens up enough to fist pump in the air too ]

Plus Ultra~!!

[ What does that even MEAN it sounds utterly ridiculous ]

[infreefall]

[ she's laughing, this is great ]

Now you're getting it!

[suddenlybees]

[ Kano, laughing and wheezing, while I stare out the window ]

Sure am! Is that, like, a catch phrase? Is it licensed, or can, like, anybody use it?

[ He is going to plus ultra everybody from now on ]

[infreefall]

It's my school's slogan! I don't know if it's copyrighted or anything, but technically, anyone can use it!

[suddenlybees]

Cool, cool, then I'll go ahead and use it~ What's a "Plus Ultra" situation? Like, when do I get to jump up and shout it?

[infreefall]

It's like - you know.

[ does he ]

You do as much as you can, and then you go even further! Plus Ultra!

[suddenlybees]

Uh huh, yeah, I get it! I don't think I've ever Plus Ultra'd in my life!

[ He's not sure what just happened warranted a Plus Ultra either?? ]

[infreefall]

I mean, it's also a reminder to keep going and not give up. That's the "go beyond" part. Anyone can do that!

[ even you, kano! ]

[suddenlybees]

I mean, they can, but I don't think I've ever done that either?