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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[robopriest]

Well, suit yourself. More coffee for me.

[He smiles as he lifts his mug to take a good sip.]

If you really want something else, I think there's an electric teapot around here.

[axecessory]

[ Mm, she does want something else, but she looks around for a moment before she frowns minutely. Just a little downturn of the lips—not enough to look ugly. ]

Sorry, I'm not really sure how to use anything like that...

[robopriest]

...

[A raise of the eyebrow.]

What, the electric teapot? Its easy. You just plug it in and flip a switch.

[axecessory]

[ Hmm, this guy's a hard sell. But she persists. ]

Oh, you've used it before! Would you mind showing me?

[ She smiles, a little helpless. ]

The instructions sound easy enough, but I wouldn't want to break it, you know? Clumsy me. We don't have um... gadgets like these back home.

[robopriest]

I can definitely show you. And you don't? That's terrible.

[And a beat.]

However, you'd have to compensate me for my time, you know. I'm a priest, not a handyman. I want something in return.

[axecessory]

[ Stingy! She sighs to herself, expression dropping to something less sweet and more neutral. ]

Shouldn't a priest help out from the goodness of his heart?

[robopriest]

Of course he should.

[He lets out a short laugh, his eye crinkling with amusement.]

Anyways, you didn't even ask what you might provide in exchange! Go on, ask.

[axecessory]

[ SIGH. ]

Fine, fine. Enlighten me on what I can do for you, oh gracious one?

[robopriest]

[...]

[His grin widens.]

I only need one thing in exchange.

[And what might that be?]

And that would be....................your name.

[....yeah, that's it. He's messing with you, Hilda.]

[axecessory]

...Wow.

[ this punk?? ]

You're less mature than you look, huh?

[ She sighs, exaggeratingly long-suffering, though there's a little smile in her voice anyway. ]

I'm Hilda. Could you throw in your name as a freebie?

[robopriest]

What can I say? Maybe I'm just a kid at heart.

[He nods at the name as he takes one last sip of his coffee, before moving from where he's leaning on the counter to the cabinet, pulling a door open.]

Sure! Why not. The name's Hansa Cervantes. A pleasure to meet you, Hilda.

[axecessory]

[ What a silly billy. ]

Same to you, Hansa.

[ He doesn't seem too bad, though. ]

I'll even generously forgive you for your teasing since you're helping me out.

[robopriest]

Oh, well, aren't I a priest who is helping out from the goodness of his heart?

[To use her words. He pulls out the electric teapot, setting down the coffee mug on the counter as he sets it up.]

Watch closely. It's very complicated. [And he just. Reaches forward and plugs it in.] See? You really have to use your brain.

[A beat.]

I do need some water and some tea bags, though.

[axecessory]

Oh yeah, I'd never have figured that one out without you. My saviour.

[ For a priest, he really doesn't seem like a holy man. But anyway, who needs a brain! Hilda cants her head. ]

If you get the water, I've got some tea bags!

[ Does she know how to operate a sink? ]

Do you want one, or are you only into the really bitter stuff?

[robopriest]

Much obliged.

[He really is...not very good at being a priest.]

Sure, I'll get the water. [Just going to use tap water from the sink, he don't care.] And no, I'm pretty happy with my coffee. You drink all the tea you want.

[axecessory]

[ excuse you please use pure well water from natural underground springs only ]

Oh no worries, I will.

[ She's not going to sit here and insist that he take her offer. More tea for her. Coffee suits him anyway. ]

You're actually pretty sweet, huh? Taking the time to help me out like this when I'm just messing up your coffee break. Were you secretly hoping for some company all along? Hmmm?

[robopriest]

Sweet? Me? Are you talking to the right person?

[He laughs a little to himself at that.]

And no. I'm honestly just kind of bored. It was pretty amusing seeing you get huffy at me earlier.

[axecessory]

Excuse you, I'm not huffy. [ she says, huffily, before running a hand through one of her pigtails and straightening a bit. ] Don't make me take back what I said, my dear sweet priest. I meant every word!

[robopriest]

[He's still chuckling into his coffee mug as he sweeps it up and takes a sip, the ass.]

Haha! Well, maybe I'll retract my comments, then. It is nice to get compliments from a dear sweet little lady like yourself.