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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1 but actually 4, inn

[heartablaze]

[Well, it's another asleep person, what a surprise... except everyone's been awake for a little bit now? It seems someone gave up on getting into their bedroom and is currently curled next to the door taking a nap in a big heap on the floor next to room 2, using the plush dog as a body pillow, her braid splayed out on the floor.]

[riegan]

(What's this? Maybe he was just going to check out the names and see who was sleeping where when he just found this poor bum sleeping outside her door.)

Hey.

(Just... gently pats her back because HE'S NOT GOING TO PULL HER HAIR, HE'S A GENTLEMAN,)

Someone's going to trip on you if you stay out like this.

(And because he's a gentleman he sort of just... moves her hair? Which probably feels kind of like tugging but ITS NOT)

[heartablaze]

[She murmers groggily against the pillow dog, a clumsy press of her hand to her eyes as she squints up at--

Oh.]

--Huh?

[A look at the nameplates, then back at the young man.]

Was I in the way? I'm sorry, I got a little tired.

Are... you Hilda?

[riegan]

(He's patient, waiting for her to wake up and lets out a good natured laugh at that,)

Haha, am I? (He's not answering that question! He's just going to let it sit there for a bit while Hikaru catches his bearings,) Sorry, to disappoint but I'm not. You'll have to try again.

(Can she guess? It seems a little unfair when there aren't any clues!!)

But let me guess, you're Hikaru? Did I say that right?

(He probably put the stress in the wrong place or something but an effort was made.)

[heartablaze]

Ah... yeah! You almost got it! It's Hi-KA-ru! Shidou Hikaru!

How'd you know that was me???

[magic :0

Or that the name is plastered on the wall above her head but

Details.]

[riegan]

HiKAru. (He tries it again! And gives her a look. Validate him? Or correct him again. ) How's that?

(As for how he knew?)

We~ell... Let's just say I have my ways. (Let your imagination run wild, Hikaru.) Anyway, have a good nap?

[heartablaze]

Yeah, that's it! Just Hikaru is ok, I don't mind.

Yeah, it was fine! I didn't mean to fall asleep, I just got so hungry... But I wanted to see if I could get inside here. [She points at the closed door, pouting a little.] I couldn't figure it out, but maybe Hilda knows?

Ah... hey, there's a lot of information on that little tiny computer box everyone got, right? Did you find my name there?

[riegan]

Is it difficult? Let's see if I can help.

(Look, he hasn't tried to get into his own room yet! So he'll just reach for the doorknob handle whatever and give it a try.

...

...

...)

Alright then.

(He's just going to... unpin the ribbon lapel on his cloak real casual.)

You could say that but if I'm being honest, you're definitely not Hilda which means you can only be one other person.

(Tapping the name plate. )

[heartablaze]

Oh.

Right.

[Her ears go red.]

A-anyway, yeah, it's super weird. I couldn't get it open, and no one is answering so I guess Hilda isn't in there?

It... wouldn't just have my name there without a reason, though.

[riegan]

She's probably out trying to get some poor soul to feel sorry for her.

(Anyway, just going to crouch down next to the door and.... try to pick the lock with his pin! Give him a sec. He's pretty focused while he gives it a little jiggle here and there,)

I can only assume these are our rooming assignments. If that's the case, I wouldn't worry too much if I were you.

[heartablaze]

[take it over here folks]