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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[suddenlybees]

Haha, wow.

[ A cursory glance like that isn't going to spot anyone. Kano, anyways, can be hard to spot in the shadows with his black hoodie on, but he steps out into the sunlight to make it all that much clearer that he sees all. ]

Very becoming! Suits you well~

[canned]

[Dropping the handheld, his hands scrabble around his helmet and hurriedly pull off the headband. He holds it behind his back, clearly embarrassed.]

I-I didn't think anyone was here. There's no one working, and I don't think any trains are coming...

[suddenlybees]

[ You can hide but you cannot erase this wonderful memory Kano will never forget in this entire memloss game ]

Aw, don't discount the trains just yet! Don't be shy, though~ It's just li'l ol' me, not a train full of people. Here, here-

[ He pulls out his own headband, one with hearts ]

See what you think of this one.

[canned]

[Alphonse stands up to his full 220cm height, not necessarily in an intimidating way but something in Kano's tone makes him suspicious, as if he reminds him of someone]

Do you know something about the trains? Or how I can get out of here?

[his voice softens a little]

Please, it's really important.

[suddenlybees]

[ He's really going to leave Kano hanging holding out this stupid headband ]

Hm? The trains? Ah... well... sorta, yeah! I guess! If you wanna leave, though, you're not gonna want to get on the train. No way, don't even think about it, avoid at all costs.

[canned]

[he chooses not to see the headband what headband]

What happened to the trains? I have to get back to Central City right away!

[suddenlybees]

[ Al is still holding his. Any hand gestures will incriminate him ]

They're, like, sorta, you know...

[ He shakes his head, backing off a pace. ]

No, no, no, I won't say! It's bad luck to even say it! Look, uh, mister. You'd better just get yourself over to the castle and ask for a carriage. Yeah. That'll be the best way.

[canned]

[Alphonse has taken a full step forward, so that now he's looming directly above]

If you really know something about what's happening here, I'd like you to tell me.

[suddenlybees]

[ Oh, yikes? The looming does it, never mind Al being a hulking suit of metal. Or his sweet soft anime boy voice. ]

Um, hm. Nope! Nothing at all! Don't know anything- gotta go, bye!

[canned]

[a heavy, unmoving hand falls on his shoulder, ready to hold on in any attempted escape]

It sounded a lot like you were involved or know something. Is this part of His plans? Is something going to happen to this town?

[the grip is strong, but not yet painful as alphonse tries to balance his fear and urgency with logic and restraint]

[suddenlybees]

"His" plans?

[ If Kano has any self-preservation, he would stop right there. But instead, he lets his face twist into a half smile, gesturing with his free hand. ]

Take a good look at this town. Can't you see? Something's already happened.

[canned]

[moving this trainwreck to the overflow~]