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]

So you're lazy.

[arkitect]

I merely know my own strengths.

[stillnot]

Okay.

[ nothing wrong with that, but... ]

So what are they? Observing doesn't really count.

[arkitect]

I take it you've yet to do much reading, if you truly have no idea.

[his skills are in the profile list, he's not here to repeat them when he knows they're there.]

[stillnot]

... I did, but I'm not gonna memorize all that.

[ that's so many people...... absolutely not..... ]

[arkitect]

I am more suited to intellectual work than physical. That should suffice for a short explanation.

[he doesn't do manual labor or running around.]

[stillnot]

Then I'll be counting on you when it's time to figure shit out.

[ Even though she still thinks it's very lazy of him to not go exploring himself! ]

[arkitect]

[it sure is! he is fine with that.]

We shall see how long it takes for the right time to arrive.

[because so far, odds are good that they're going to be waiting.]

[stillnot]

Hopefully soon. Even those of us who want to go out and do something don't have a lot of options, right now.

[ she doesn't even mean that to be as sassy as it seems. she really is mooostly alright with division of labor, and used to being the one that has to do stuff for other people. even adults. ]

[arkitect]

I must wonder if the frustration is part of the point, or merely another failing on the part of those who sent that message.

[he could go either way on that, until proven otherwise.]

[stillnot]

So they might be more manipulative than they are stupid?

[arkitect]

Or providing a diversion, yes, but I often find it accurate to assume they simply do not know any better.

[stillnot]

It's dangerous to underestimate anyone.

But if they are just disorganized idiots, that does make it easier to escape...