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.

NAVIGATION locations ₓ˚. statuses *+:｡ ic profiles :ₓo ic rules ･ﾟﾟ･｡ audience requests murder proposals ｡✧o private conversations ･ﾟo｡ curfew ･ﾟ✧ memories

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[soulus]

[He nods. Sure, he knows.]

I will move out if you pay me; however, I'll be bound to stay if the payment isn't satisfactory.

[assistance]

[ you know what

she starts going through her pockets ]

[soulus]

[If she can pull something out, that would be great.

While she searches, his fluffy companion emerges from under the bed, glances at Rufus by the doorway, and trots curiously up to Alyssa, just shy of brushing its vibrant fur against her leg.]

please dw my jae notifs

[assistance]

[ alas, she ends up empty-handed. booooo. but luckily, a very convenient distraction in the form of a bundle of fluff comes right on up to her, prompting her to crouch down and extend her hand for a sniff! ]

Oh! Hello there! How long have you been hiding under there?

i'm going to submit a murder proposal for dw

[soulus]

[The bundle of fluff leans in, just close enough to sniff inquisitively at her proffered hand.]

Rupe.

[At once, the fluff perks up and bounds over to Rufus.]

It seems I'll be staying, then.

1/2

[assistance]

[ she makes a quiet little "aww" sound as the government assigned cat returns to rufus. ]

Well... you better not try any funny stuff, or else!

[assistance]

[ beat ]

Unless you'd want payment for that sort of thing, too.

[ LOOK. SHE HAS TO ASSUME, ]

[soulus]

[Fortunately for her, he's not that much of a thug.]

Payment is for services rendered. I don't ask for payment to do nothing.

[He steps farther inside, eyeing the interior.]

However, if there are other rules . . .

[assistance]

Uh . . .

[ once again, more out of reflex than anything, she grabs onto the chair beneath the desk as if bracing herself against it. ]

Such as?

[soulus]

[Is she going to beat him with it.]

I'm asking you if there are any rules I should observe while we share the same room.

[assistance]

[ Maybe... but at his response, she relaxes a little bit. keyword being "little." ]

Oh! Well. Stay on your side of the room, for starters. And no bathroom peeping!

[soulus]

Which side is mine?

[He will never peep on her.]