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

[discernments]

i. anywhere

[ Jeanne looks like she's seen some better days. There's a little blood staining her outfit, but it doesn't look like enough blood to be life threatening. The cloth around her shoulders looks a little torn, but it doesn't look too bad. There's a cut on her face, but she's walking like she isn't injured, so everything must be fine.

She's very purposefully walking towards anyone she sees. ]

Please excuse me. If you woke up here not too long ago, will you tell me what you were doing before coming here? You can speak as generally as you'd like.

ii. forest

[ Exploring is a good idea, right? Jeanne can be found kneeling in front of all the cute and cuddly woodland creatures, and she smiles up at anyone who approaches. ]

It's soothing to see them here, isn't it?

iii. wildcard

[ hit me with anything! i'll roll with whatever. ]

i

[dawnblushed]

[Yona looks at Jeanne, then looks at the singed clothing she's wearing and some burns on her hands. With a shrug, she lifts her cloak so Jeanne can get a better look at the singe on it.]

Burning.

[discernments]

[ Oh, yes. She can see those burns.

This is very concerning. Jeanne frowns. ]

I wish I had something to treat your burns. Were you about to escape?

i.

[chanteuser]

Getting hit upside the head with a rifle.

[ she

did ask ]

[discernments]

[ Everyone's answers are so concerning?

Please. Jeanne is alarmed. ]

Does your head need to be looked at?

ii

[recrowns]

[soo-won agrees! because it means he doesn't have to work hard to feed his hawk later.

he does not say this out loud.]

They seem to be having a rather good time, none the wiser.

And you seem to be very good with them.

[discernments]

[ the circle of life....

That's fine. She understands. ]

I was raised on a farm. They might recognize that somehow. I was worried what it would mean if there weren't any animal life in these woods.

ii.

[lecarre]

[Aaaaaah...

Ange looks absolutely amazed that they aren't just outright fleeing, but also she's from London so cute woodland critters are new to her...]

I... they're terribly cute. I would have thought they'd run away.

[discernments]

As long as you aren't afraid and mean no harm, they'll come to you.

[ She sounds so sure of this. As if animals would never run away as long as you're friendly. As if she doesn't have some sort of innate skill to gain animal familiars.

She waves for Ange to come closer. ]

ii

[misstrust]

They seem a little meek, don't they? Are they that used to people?

[ She sees dogs around home at best. Bunnies? Cutesy wildlife? Nope. ]

[discernments]

If they're used to people, that would make them more fearless. I won't discourage them befriending anyone.

[ Cute animals deserve to live their best lives. ]

i

[reconnective]

[even if she doesn't act like she's injured, it's hard to ignore that he suddenly looks concerned. but he'll be polite and answer her question first.]

I was waiting for someone. [she did say as generally as he wanted.] Are you okay?

[discernments]

[ She nods. ]

Thank you. I pray it's a peaceful wait and you can return to them soon.

[ She lifts a hand to hover over the cut on her cheek. ]

It's not as bad as it looks. I hardly feel it.

i

[sacredchants]

[ hi, let's join the club of looking worse for the wear as izumo will be found in a lovely kimono but also with blood blotches on her face, mainly around her chin and neck. the same bloody blotches can be found on her hands. ]

Dying.

[discernments]

[ So many people being endangered. She doesn't like this pattern one bit.

Jeanne is alarmed. Even if she's used to people dying, she will be alarmed each and every time. She leans closer to get a closer look at Izumo's wounds, concerned, if she still has them. ]

Do you need a doctor?

i

[dianxias]

I was helping a few farmers escape from capture... and eating melon seeds?

[ and yin yu, but he was capable enough to escape on his own, so. ] You look like you were in a fight. Are you alright, miss?

[discernments]

I was in a fight. Injuries were bound to happen, but I'm fine.

[ She doesn't see the point in lying about it. ]

Were you and the farmers in any danger?

i

[stillnot]

... Trying to get home.

ii!

[siblingless]

Right? They're so cute.

[Bunnies! Let the bunnies distract them from the, uh, whole kidnapping business.]

Since they're here, it makes you think this may not be so bad.

i

[lionson]

[What was he doing, huh? Well, it was A Lot, but he just smiles and gives a somewhat nicer answer instead.]

Running a confessional. One of my sons had gotten into trouble again.

ii.

[maidforservice]

[watching from nearby!! not moving to pet the animals herself, but she is smiling a bit, hands folded at her front]

I suppose they would act as a good distraction from the otherwise stressful circumstances of the situation.

[though she. does not sound stressed at all??]

i

[suddenlybees]

What was I doing? Huh... This or that. Just sorta, like, you know.

[ Does that answer her question? Now it's her turn. ]

What about you?

[ What happened to you!!! ]

i.

[exercisms]

Um.

[He's trying to remember, but also battling with his nerves at being asked a direct question by a stranger? It's fine.]

My house burned down. And then I was looking for my family, but some people brought me to my master instead. And then I fell asleep.

i

[soulus]

[Cool blood.

His expression takes a turn from blasé to something like annoyance at the question.]

I was about to kill someone.

[canned]

[Alphonse who had stopped a little ways off, not wanting to scare all of them away, nods emphatically]

Yeah! When I was checking the barrier it made me relax a little bit. Although I hope they're not too worried about being trapped here.