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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3 because im not a coward

[heartablaze]

[Her hair is so pretty...... it's like looking at Presea....

Okay no, pay attention Hikaru, she asked you a question! She's all sliced to ribbons but someone has been nice and made sure she's cleaned up so it's a little less alarming.]

Yeah, it's so weird. I see those in shops sometimes, but I don't know what they are. Kakeru says I don't really need them, so I don't know why I got one.

[She rummages through her own bag before pulling out one in bright purple foil.]

The packaging is kind of pretty, though, don'tcha think? Almost like a fancy sweet.

[showyourself]

Hmm. Maybe it is.

In that case, I'll save it for when I need something sweet.

[heartablaze]

Yeah, good idea! Having a snack for an emergency is always good. Ah, hold on--

[Pulling out the can of Mountain D*w and its obnoxiously blue color.]

I know what this is, at least! I don't recognize the flavor, but we have this where I'm from! It's a soda!

Have you ever had one?

[showyourself]

Soda? [she eyes the can curiously, humming. canned drink, apparently!] No, I haven't.

[heartablaze]

It's sweet and fizzy - you can drink it out of the can, but you really gotta have it cold, with ice! Sometimes you can put ice cream in it to make soda floats, too!

[She super wants to demonstrate, but warm soda is so gross! Bad!]

There has to be a kitchen, right? If they have ice or ice cream, I can show you!

[showyourself]

Oh--yes, I imagine there must be, somewhere.

[she's perfectly happy to trail around after this little baby child, and make sure she doesn't get into any trouble.]

But you don't need to show me right away, if you want to keep it for later.