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

[evocationary]

one.

[ in the emporium, a woman with long blonde hair is staring down at a keychain in her hand. she waves this keychain in your face excitedly. it says LUP in big bold letters. ]

Fuckin' rad! They never have my name on these things!

two.

[ alternatively, the same woman can be found in the kitchen. she's got on a long red robe with a big comfy hood and huge sleeves, and she's already pulling things out of the two fridges, balancing them in one arm against her chest as she reaches in. she's got a piece of toast in her mouth like she's some sort of anime protag that's late for school, and when she notices someone in the kitchen with her, she gives them a cool nod. now that she's turned, she's obviously wearing these glasses, and the pink heart headband. she is rocking them both. ]

Yo. You want something to eat?

one.

[uhhhmagic]

[Huffing in irritation, because he’s squatting down to paw through all the T’s, when he comes across an empty rung on the rack.]

What the fuck! They’re always sold out.

[evocationary]

[ ... okay, hold on, hold up. she just... stares? for a second? and then she looks around them to see if there are people watching.

and then she throws her keychain at him at like top speed. ]

two!

[dawnblushed]

[Well, Yona had come in here looking for something to drink, but - as her stomach reminds her with a little growl - she's kind of hungry. So.

She nods.]

Yes, please.

[Her voice comes out scratchy and raspy but it's fine probably.]

[evocationary]

[ ... hm! weird. but who is lup to judge, maybe her voice is just like that. ]

Cool, cool, but I don't do free labor, so you gotta help. [ she says around the piece of toast. ] I'm thinking either like, some braised leeks with a fried egg on the side or pappardelle with portabello mushrooms and rosemary, if I can find it in this hellscape of a kitchen.

uno

[assistance]

[ does not seem to be bothered at all by the keychain in face! in fact, something else seems to concern her more: ]

Do you pronounce that like "luhp" or "loop"?

[evocationary]

Loop. [ she looks down at this keychain. and then shoves it into her sleeves. hers now. ]

It's short for Lucretia? Which also never shows up in these places.

two

[lecarre]

[That cool nod is almost too cool for her, now she's flustered...]

Um... You're going to cook...? Right now?

[evocationary]

[ oh no, adorable ]

Uh - yeah? Girl's gotta eat, even if she has been kidnapped by the CEO of Fantasy Six Flags.

one, baby

[supremity]

[ Seeing as he only has one goddamn eye, he can't exactly go crosseyed looking at the thing that is being waved in his face. But there is an implication of it. ]

What are "these things" supposed to be, exactly?

[ The fuck are KNICKNACK KEYCHAINS with NAMES. ]

[evocationary]

Dude. Sweet eyepatch.

[ what the fuck she loves this pirate man ]

Keychains, duh. What's your name, thug, let's get you one.

two (1/2)

[laid]

[Raven's response is practically instinctive, kneejerk at this point;]

How could old Raven possibly say no to a home cooked meal from a beautiful lady?

2/2

[laid]

[A beat, and the full vision of what he sees before him sinks in. Those glasses.]

Wait, what the hell are you wearing?

two

[recrowns]

[gasps]

If you would be so kind.

[but also:]

Your attire is magnificent!

[ESPECIALLY THE GLASSES HOLY SHIT]

[evocationary]

[ AREN'T THEY AWFUL ]

Aw, thanks! I know. [ she winks at him, and then drops the glasses back down. ] I keep thinking I'm gonna try my hand at baked goods but that's really not my wheelhouse. There's way too much precise measurement and ain't nobody got time for that.

Maybe a soup of some kind...

two

[robopriest]

Sure.

[Says this priest who just walked in here. He doesn't even seem? Surprised? By the glasses?? Or the look?? In fact he just nods like he kind of approves???]

What's on the menu?

[evocationary]

Okay, did we like - run everybody through an eye factory before they got here? Why the fuck are half of you missing your eyeballs?

[ anyway, she closes the fridge and tosses the butter, eggs and bacon out on the counter. ] And I don't know, I'm trying to decide how lazy I feel like being. What sounds good to you?

one

[riegan]

Yeah?

(Leaning back just a little so this keychain isn't right in his hecking face. Also so he can get a better look at the name,)

Guess it's your lucky day, uh... Lup, is it?

(Loop???)

[evocationary]

[ got it in one! ]

It's always my lucky day, and yes, that's the one. It's short for Taako. [ lup, stop this. ] What's your name, let's see if I can find your ass on here.

two!

[siblingless]

... Wow!

[Did Lup say something? Because Yoshizawa is distracted by the glasses, eyes wide with a hand held up to her mouth. She seems a little... entranced, actually? Like she thinks they're kind of cool? Except— Wait. She's being spoken to.]

O-Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't catch that... [A quick, jerky bow from the waist.] You said something about eating?

[evocationary]

[ she grins widely. ]

Distracted by the incredible fashion, right? I get it. [ she sets a couple of ingredients down on the counter. ] I'm making dinner for all of you losers. So far I've seen maybe like two people capable of feeding themselves here.

Did you want some? You gotta help if you do.

[axecessory]

[ Hilda doesn't seem put off by her excitement, a little surprised but writing it off quickly. Beats moping around. She adds to the exuberance with a little of her own. If they have something as rare as 'Lup'... ]

Oooh! I want one!

2

[heartablaze]

[It's getting a little later in the day, and a hungry Hikaru quickly becomes a sad Hikaru. She'd been meaning to maybe rummage for a snack, but there's someone already occupying the kitchen...

She'll just dimly nod, unaware that it's an offer and looking more like a kicked puppy out in the rain.

Food. :(]

two

[moondumplings]

[ oh!! what a look. the fact that she pulls it off flawlessly makes usagi jealous from the sheer cool factor. which is why it takes her a moment to remember why she's in the kitchen in the first place ]

-Ah. Yes...! A snack, perhaps.

[ her stomach growls ]

.....Perhaps a large snack.

two

[soulus]

[Entering the kitchen, he pauses at the doorway to take in the woman's appearance—and also because he was addressed.]

I can prepare it for myself.