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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[sacredchants]

[ looks at her lineage and then looks back at him. honestly, she has no room to say a damn thing about him being a centaur. but she'll give him a look over and then up the stairs.

hmm. ]

What do you plan on doing when you need to sleep? [ ... ] Not that I care.

[ classic tsun. ]

[antaressnipe]

[Whew we've got a tsun on our hands.

Really, it's just a struggle not to start chuckling, so instead he folds his arms behind him and continues on in a relaxed manner:]

I prefer more rustic scenery, so perhaps the forest. Though of course that comes with its own complications.

[Just the fact he might sleep outdoors means he's gotta keep clean and where is he going to shower? Can centaurs shower? The hard questions.]

[sacredchants]

[ she's hella tsun but i also gave her time to not be vitriol to every other person she runs into. ALSO THERE'S A RIVER.....maybe someone will be kind enough to wash him. who wants to suddenly adopt a horse? ]

They seem to be less complicated than stairs.

[antaressnipe]

[The forest belongs to Sensei now. That's his house.]

Indeed. I prefer being outside, anyway.

[Smiling faintly at her.]

My only disappointment is not being able to explore to my heart's content. Would you mind telling me what is on the second floor?

[sacredchants]

[ the forest can't be a house. that just doesn't make sense... but at the same time, i accept this. live in your forest house. ]

I can.

[ ...

she might be thinking.

of something. ]

Or we can figure out how to get you up there for yourself.

[antaressnipe]

-- You have something in mind?

[Spoken with open curiosity. Admittedly, he hasn't put too much thought into getting to the second floor, as he truly isn't that pressed about the entire thing...

But hey, he is open to suggestions]

/2

[sacredchants]

Maybe...

[ and without explaining more of herself, she'll bite her thumb in order to draw blood and hold her hands close to her for a moment before lifting one hand in air— ]

I genuinely call the Deities of Harvest. Follow my wishes, leave none unfulfilled!

[sacredchants]

[ and...

...


....nothing. ]

I'm not sure why I thought it might work.

[antaressnipe]

[... Honestly, the fact that this centaur doesn't even look all that surprised by what transpired--]

Are you by chance a mage of some sort?

[sacredchants]

[ a mage..? she'll look downcast at the floor for a moment. ]

No, I can summon— [ a pause. ] ...demons to do my bidding.

[antaressnipe]

[...]

That is an impressive amount of power for one so young.

[Rubbing at his chin, the curiosity bleeding into his tone and mannerisms again]

The demons obey you willingly?

[sacredchants]

[ normally that kind of praise would get her holding her head up high but instead she steels her expression even further and nods her head once before looking up at him. ]

They do; they're my familiars.

[antaressnipe]

[he has many, many questions.

... But frankly, after watching her steel up, he decides questions are best kept for another time and smiles instead]

Well, whatever your methods, I appreciate that you took the time to help me.

[sacredchants]

[ he is and will be allowed to ask them...just not on this day and at this time. he is free to ask them a few days later and she'll probably answer them to varying degrees of honesty. ]

I'll figure out something else. I'm sure there might be other ways.

[ why does she suddenly care?? ]

[antaressnipe]

[Because she's a TSUN.

But no, he gives a small laugh at that]

If you wish -- I will not turn down the help. Though I feel as if I've been rude, taking help from someone whose name I haven't yet asked.

You may call me Archer, if you like.

[sacredchants]

[ YEAH WELL. the laughing softens her up a touch. ]

Izumo Kamiki.

[ she says with a slight nod. ]

All of our names can be looked up using that. [ she gestures to the device. ] ...if you know how to use it.

[antaressnipe]

Mm, true. Though I admit I always appreciate a more personal touch.

[He's old school. Back in his day, you introduced yourself without these mini machines]

And I discovered how to turn it on... even if this is not technology I ever encountered in my youth.

[Digging it out right now, in fact, and just the way he holds it means he's uh, not used to it at all -- more like the way you handle a small animal you want to examine]

[sacredchants]

[ ....

she'll watch him hold it out to her and, well, he doesn't seem to be so bad so she'll walk closer to him and bring her's out for him to see. ]

I can show you how to use it. [ and just like that, she'll tap on the screen to navigate around on the screen for the various but limited apps. ] It's easier if someone shows you how, right?

[antaressnipe]

[Ha... she really is a kind girl.]

Yes, the best way to learn is through observation and practice.

[Which is why he will take note of how her thumb moves across the screen, and mimic the same gesture with his own device. It's really not rocket science so even though he is a ye olde, this takes a few seconds of practice to master]

Ah, there we are. Thank you.

[... And then after a pause:]

By any chance is your profile accurate?

[sacredchants]

[ hewoo mariee ]