redactable | WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL

WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL
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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

a rock that resembles the galaxy

a single random one of these pillows

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.

NAVIGATION

locations ₓ˚. statuses *+:｡ ic profiles :ₓo ic rules ･ﾟﾟ･｡ audience requests
murder proposals ｡✧o private conversations ･ﾟo｡ curfew ･ﾟ✧ memories

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Oh, please, I'm the one who's going to blush if you keep flattering me like this. I'm only doing it out of the kindness of my heart.

[And he lifts up his own cup.]

Indeed. We have to get the most of what the good Lord has given us.

[And he drinks. It really is just.......................regular coffee.]

[there's a polite smile at the mention of the Lord he doesn't know it's capitalized

he takes a sip]

[oh it's bitter

he coughs a little bit after, not expecting that flavor, and then raspy:]

OhIseeitreallywaspoison.

[WHEEZES]

[Sorry, he's rude, he's going to laugh.]

Too strong for you? Haha, I did give you a warning!

[you're welcome to be rude, at least he doesn't seem offended

soo-won is just going to cough a few times - politely, into his elbow - before patting his own chest and clearing his throat]

So you did, so you did...

I ought to have taken more heed...

And here I was being nice.

[Another sip.]

Anyways, if you want to water it down, you can get some milk from the fridge.

Ah, does it complement well? I've heard milk goes well with tea, as well.

[but he'll go to open up... the cabinet? no there's no milk there

then he'll go to the fridge and then make a soft noise of understanding]

Oh, I see, this is the fridge.

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It does, but apparently creamer is better.

[And he just. Watches this.]

That sure is the fridge. Good for you! You found it. [SO SARCASTIC. MUCH DEADPAN] Do you know what milk looks like?

Haha, on common days, I do! In this place, I wonder...

[what does MODERN MILK LOOK LIKE

hopefully it's in a carton and labeled - but he's actually. poking through it. in general now.]

My, there's so much in here. Would you like anything else?

[soo-won do not raid the fridge]

Oh, I'm good. I survive on coffee alone.

[mmmmm. coffee]

It should be a white jug filled with white-looking stuff, in the case you don't know what milk looks like.

That's very helpful of you.

[an easy-going smile over his shoulder before he procures the milk to pour some into his coffee]

What is coffee made out of? Not leaves, I take it. Is it a common drink where you're from?

[His smirk actually widens at the "helpful" comment. Wow.]

Oh, its not leaves like tea. Its made of these beans called coffee beans. I guess your place is missing out.

So it is... Perhaps I can borrow some coffee beans from this place and then bring them back home?

Is it your drink of choice, sir? It's kind of you to want to share it with people.

Do whatever you want. It's not like its my property, or anything.

[He lets out a slight scoff.]

It is. And eh, I just see it more as a way to give some away, since I'll just drink the whole thing if I'm not careful.