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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[pikaffeine]

[ the pillow is released! as is a singular condom, falling gently to pikachu's feet. owo what's this? ]

... Pikapi? [ he is looking at the condom. pikachu gently deposits the pillow...... ]

[siblingless]

[oh my god.

WHY IS THERE A CONDOM HERE, TOO. Her hand darts out to snatch it, holding it between her thumb and index finger if she's successful. Almost like it's radioactive. She 100% thinks he's a cute random creature and doesn't want him to chew on the packaging?]

Um... I'll just dispose of this. [She has so many questions about the NPCs already. What the fuck.] Are you okay, little guy?

[pikaffeine]

Pikaaa? [ he tilts his head as he watches her take it away. what the hell is that package. mysterious gum? poison? why is there so much weird stuff in the bag. also, he absolutely would've put it in his mouth, good move taking it away. pikachu shakes the goodie bag a little more to make sure nothing else falls out before he deposits it and goes :3 ]

Pikapi!

[ oh yeah he's great. he has no idea where he is or how he got here but what is that now, a tuesday for him? ha ha. oh man. amnesia is the worst. ]

[siblingless]

[Please do not chew on the sex balloon, sir. She will gently pocket it for disposal.]

Is that a... yes? [A little uncertainly. Does he like head scratchies? She will hold out her hand for him if he wants scratchies.] It's really a shame you can't speak. I wonder, did you happen to arrive here with someone?

[Morgana spoiled her for cute franchize mascots....... Do you have an owner, Pikachu........ Is little Timmy waiting for you somewhere.......]

[pikaffeine]

Pikaaaa. [ he shakes his head at her question, but then ... you know ... she held out her hand for scratchies and as much as he would pretend otherwise he sure does love scratchies so

there he go leaning into it and forgetting why he's here ]

Chaaaaa....

[siblingless]

[CUTE... She will give him all the scratchies. Goodbye, Pikachu's dignity.]

So you didn't arrive with someone else... I would have thought— [She pauses, still scratching under his chin. Why is she having a conversation with a cute critter? A mystery.] Well, nevermind! We'll figure it out.