WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL (OVERFLOW)

[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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fiora overflow

[bisouled]

alphinaud

[bisouled]

[ a wry smile - a little sad. for someone who's been struggling with feeling isolated for a while, this feels extra isolating. ]

Yeah, I thought so. Homs are just the name for people like you and me - walks on two legs, no wings, all that. I think I heard someone else say you call us "humans" here?

[ elves are now included as homs. ]

[arcsplainist]

[ There's a long moment where he has to think about this, a hand curled underneath his chin. ]

"Humans" is as new to me, as well, but I do believe it clears up some of my confusion nevertheless.

[bisouled]

Oh, really? How do you mean?

[ she's still confused. it's a constant state of confusion here. ]

virid

[bisouled]

[ a nod. ]

Got it. Don't worry - if anything's fishy, I'll take care of it.

[ she would have gone in first, anyway, since he looks pretty young! Gotta protect the kids. Of course, there's nothing particularly threatening in the immediate vicinity, flashing lights aside, and her attention is drawn first by the crane game filled to the brim with stuffed ponies and minions. ]

Oh! Look at this.

[favourable]

[he follows along like a lost puppy...]

What is it? Toys...? I don't understand how you're supposed to take them out, though.

[bisouled]

[ puppy... ]

Me neither.

[ she could smash the glass with her robot fist but that feels like stealing and also definitely isn't the intended way to obtain the toys. Rubbing her chin, she looks at the interface, where there's a big blinking button with "PRESS HERE TO BEGIN" written above it in fun text. ]

Maybe it's a puzzle? It says to push the button.

mob

[bisouled]

Oh, I don't know. He's a real weirdo - picking out things for him is always the worst.

[ a smile. yes, her friends are probably worried, too - but she's hoping they're moving forward even without her. ]

Don't worry. I'm sure we'll find a way back soon.

[exercisms]

Mm. I'm sure we will, too.

[But it sure is nice that everyone else is so optimistic, too.]

I could help you find something for him, maybe?

[bisouled]

[ truly a nice boy. Fiora giggles. ]

You want to? His name's Dunban.

[ maybe they can just find something with his name on it. it's easier than trying to determine what kind of tchotchke her aloof warrior-poet brother would like... ]

kano

[bisouled]

[ hilariously that could totally tell him something in Fiora's world. She looks shocked. ]

You don't know what the Bionis is?! But we live on it!

[suddenlybees]

[ The Earth?? The Earth is moving. ]

Oh. Huh. Yeah, I get it. The Bionis has always been moving, though? Like, making those li'l spins and twirls all over the place all the time?

[ Kano has never even attended kindergarten, he has zero education and even he knows this. ]

sora

[bisouled]

Yeah, of course! Let's hurry.

[ it's not that far away! she starts running back where she came from. ]

-- I'm Fiora, by the way! Thanks for helping me.

[reconnective]

[running! running is a speed he's used to and he immediately follows her.]

I'm Sora! And don't mention it! I hope your stuff's still there. [and if it's not then they can think of a backup plan. it's fine.]

ange

[bisouled]

[ she shakes her head fiercely. ]

I'm not joking, I swear - I could say the same thing to you! But what does this mean...?

[ her mind is racing, trying to find an explanation. Severe amnesia? That doesn't really happen, does it? ]

[lecarre]

I... I'm afraid I do not know.

[don't expect too much from her.]

I believe you, I truly do. [someone telling lies wouldn't look so certain, she thinks.] But we both remember very different things.

dorothy

[bisouled]

[ surprised, she can accept; she manages a small smile. ]

I get that a lot. [ a beat; she touches the edge of her headguard, concerned, but continues. ] It's hard to explain, but most of my body is a machine. Radar's usually one of the perks, but... that fall must have been worse than I thought.

[misstrust]

[ A pause, and then carefully... ]

Was that a choice made on your part?

pikachu

[bisouled]

That face isn't gonna work on me.

[ but she does seem amused by it. He is pretty small - he's probably just a kid, even if he's drinking coffee, for some reason. She'll play along and babysit!! With the bag in one hand, she holds out her other arm for him to scamper onto her shoulder - or let her hold him against her chest. Whatever works!! ]

Come on, let's go.

[pikaffeine]

[ shoulder, thank you, he is a grown (?) pikachu who does not need to be babied. but also, please carry him places because walking is difficult. thank you. ]

Pikapika!! [ he sounds very excited and grateful, at least? thank you for carrying. now TO ADVENTURE for real ]

rufus

[bisouled]

Then I hope it's still there. [ a beat. ] You seem like you know a lot about what's going on.

[soulus]

I'm afraid that isn't the case. I only know what everyone else has been informed.

[He turns away, pointing his shoulder in the direction of the paved road on which they awakened. They should get going before someone decides to nab an extra goodie bag.]

alex

[bisouled]

[ listen everything ELSE is so weird that she figures she might as well just come out with it. ]

Well, it was a... unique situation. [ a beat; then she gives an apologetic smile. ] Sorry, that was a pretty strange thing to lead with, wasn't it? All the stress is getting to me. I keep hoping I'll say something that'll make everything click for someone...

[chanteuser]

It's a icebreaker, that's for sure. I know some strong people, but ... no one who could predict the future.

Sorry.

chiron

[bisouled]

[ a grateful smile. ]

Guess we're two peas in a pod, then. Don't worry about it.

[ it's less that he specifically offended her and more that she was reminded that she's kind of a freak. luckily, fiora is really good at bottling that up... ]

But what are you going to do? Maybe we can sort of clear out one of the rooms on the first floor for you.