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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[recrowns]

[he follows her gaze

and manages a soft laugh before going to seat himself]

I insist. Allow me a moment to enjoy your food first, and I'll put myself to the task right away.

[maidforservice]

Naturally, of course. I wouldn't have you tackle such a monumental task on an empty stomach.

[tee hee]

[once he sits down she will place some tiny sammiches and meat skewers on a plate for him tho c: the dessert, however, isn't ready yet!!]

[they're petit fours]

[recrowns]

[aw that's nice, he's going to take the plate with a grateful nod]

Thank you very much.

I worry it'll grow easy to be spoiled by your impeccable treatment.

[maidforservice]

[lifts a hand to her mouth, hiding a smile]

Oh, I don't know about that. I can't promise a meal as lavish as this one every day. Even I have my limits.

[alas!]

But our first day in mysterious captivity does deserve something a little more indulgent, don't you think?

[recrowns]

[there's just a soft laugh at that]

A banquet to hide the sting of the wound we've been dealt, is it?

That's true. It's kind of you regardless.

[maidforservice]

Something like that, yes.

[lol she does her best]

And. . . I wouldn't necessarily call it kind. [???] Working so hard on this meal helped take my mind off of our situation, too.

[oh so cooking was a nice distraction]

[recrowns]

[hmmmm he'll go ahead and take a bite - and make a pleased noise! once he's done chewing - ]

Well, it is astoundingly good. So your stress relief will surely work to relieve others, as well. If possible, might I request that we leave a serving for a girl named Clementine? I'd like for her especially to have a chance to eat something so delicious.

What will you do now that the meal prep is nearly done and I've volunteered for wash duty?

[maidforservice]

[YES IT IS VERY DELICIOUS. she is a great cook!!]

[. . . also that is a great question, and it gives her visible pause]

I must admit I'm not entirely sure. [oh] Perhaps I will take another walk around the town to see if there are any immediate exits I may have missed.

al your sleep

[recrowns]

Hmm, I'd offer to go with you, but I'd hate to keep you or skip out on my chores...

[that he signed up for]

But it is rather easy to feel both restless and aimless in a place like this, isn't it?

SHHHH I'M GOING SOON I PROMISE

[maidforservice]

It certainly doesn't take long for those feelings to settle in, either.

[a tiny little sigh and she delivers to him a platter of completed petit fours!!]

[recrowns]

Ah, thank you.

[briefly - he doesn't know what these are. he won't say it out loud because they look great

if she wanted to poison him it would be so easy]

Do one circle of the perimeter and it's a preliminary search, a second and it's to be thorough, and the third is to capturing details... and all attempts after that only feel a little futile, no?

[maidforservice]

[WELL SPOILERS EVERYTHING IS POISONED--]

[j/k it's all just very delicious. no poison was used to make this meal]

Oh, something like that, yes.

[and yet!]

I believe most would say giving the area a fourth sweep is still preferable than standing around and doing nothing.

[recrowns]

I would agree with most.

[rather easily!]

Or at least determining what our other choices might be, instead of having to pick between 'nothing' and 'fretting'. Though... I'm still trying to come up with ideas myself.

Perhaps right now it's 'recovering'?

[maidforservice]

If that's what you've decided to do, then I believe you've already taken the very first step to get there.

[REST AND FOOD ARE GOOD WAYS TO BEGIN A RECOVERY PERIOD]

[recrowns]

Mm, so I have.

Will you ensure that you have time to recover as well, miss?

[maidforservice]

Oh my, are you worried? [a light giggle] I assure you that I'm quite good at taking care of myself.

[recrowns]

A bit worried! It's important that we all look out for one another.

[and he knows workaholic types well he is one]

[maidforservice]

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