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

[stillnot]

[ she laughs lightly. ]

Sounds like me when I was a kid. Think I spent more time drawing than reading, though.

If we're stuck waiting around, it wouldn't so bad to sit down with a book...

[recrowns]

Oh, you're an artist! I'd love to see your work.

[even tho he knows childhood doodles are a little different but STILL]

Maybe we could write our own.

[stillnot]

[ she shakes her head, but smiles. ]

I haven't drawn anything in years, let alone tried to write something. I'm no good with that kind of thing.

[recrowns]

Oh? Have you tried? I think I saw some paper and writing utensils... In truth, I don't think I'd be very good at it either.

But it might be fun.

[stillnot]

Not really. I usually save that stuff for AJ to play with.

You knock yourself out, though.

[ She doesn't want to draw or write. No art therapy for Clem! ]

[recrowns]

[there's a brief laugh at that]

Perhaps I will.

Is AJ a friend of yours?

[stillnot]

[ People usually meet them together and assume he's her kid. She never corrects them because it's basically true - but it still feels weird to have to come at it from the other angle? ]

... Yeah. Basically.

[recrowns]

Hm... Then we'll have to reunite the both of you soon.

[he says it so easily even tho they have learned literally nothing]

[stillnot]

Yeah. Otherwise I'll kill them - whoever brought us here.

[ also said very easily! haha! ]

[recrowns]

[oh!

well he's gonna help himself to some fruit then]

Mm. Let's not be too hasty - but no one can blame you for your anger either.

[stillnot]

[ she's still casually munching on this fruit, too. everything's fine(?) ]

I know. I'm not going to do anything stupid.

[recrowns]

I didn't suggest you would. I think you're better equipped to handle this situation than most of us.

But as a whole, it's best if we aren't too quick on any draw.

[stillnot]

[ she gives a short, disbelieving laugh. she's definitely encountered a lot of people who aren't as... capable of surviving as she is. but it's not like she sees herself as hyper-competent or anything.

she would really rather everyone was just equally equipped to handle things. and besides, she feels poorly equipped when she's this emotional - and when she's unarmed. ]

... Not my first time being kidnapped. We'll figure it out.

[recrowns]

[the disbelieving laugh pulls a curious look from him - like that's a reaction that he has more trouble understanding, all things considered]

Mm. We will.

[he sounds certain]

For now, until we reunite you with AJ, I hope that we can rely on each other.

[stillnot]

... Yeah. Let me know if you need help with anything.

[ He fed her and he sounds like he's on her side about AJ, so he has earned her favor... ]

[recrowns]

[it's fine, soo-won's harmless]

Ah, I'm mostly in the information gathering stage at the moment...

But I think we all are. So we should just pool whatever resources we have.