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

[soulus]

No.

It seems the window to cancel our participation closed before any of us was even aware.

[chanteuser]

[ she just sighs. ]

It'd be nice if they could've just showed up in person to tell us we were kidnapped, instead of trying to pretend we're not. We'd be able to ask some questions that way.

[soulus]

They'll be seeing us soon. Is that not enough?

[chanteuser]

We've all got questions. Most people would want them answered as soon as possible.

[soulus]

There's nothing we can do about that.

Rather than dwell on that, would it not be better to familiarize ourselves with what we can?

[chanteuser]

Yeah? It doesn't take too long to walk around this place though.

[soulus]

Have you done a thorough walk-through of the area? Then I would like to hear your observations.

[chanteuser]

It seems like a normal enough town, ignoring the lack of people. I didn't see anyone wandering around that seemed local -- did you?

[soulus]

No. The only people here are the ones displayed in the device.

[chanteuser]

...

Even in a tiny village you'd expect to see someone around.

[soulus]

There are people . . . but nobody native to these parts. This area's been prepared specifically for us.

[chanteuser]

It's quite small though. I wonder if there's more we haven't stumbled across... or are being kept out of.

[soulus]

Some of the buildings are locked. They may open after our meeting with the hosts.

[chanteuser]

Like the planetarium?

Are there more buildings than that one locked?

[soulus]

Yes. In total, there should be four.

[chanteuser]

Which are the other ones?

[soulus]

You could see them for yourself . . .

If I were to tell you, what would you offer as payment?

[chanteuser]

...

[ something very cold and maybe just a little shaken flickers across alex's face. just for a moment. ]

I'll pass.

[ her voice is very firm. ]

[soulus]

[He stares.]

If you won't pay for the cost of labor, I'm afraid I cannot share.

[chanteuser]

I said I'll pass.

And I'll look on my own.

[soulus]

All right.

[Seeing as they've entered a strange stalemate, there's no point in talking anymore. He turns around to leave.]

[chanteuser]

[ my threads with jae always end this way....


but alas. sorry about you none payment, bro. but she's not going to stop him going. ]