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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overflow for yona! new tag-ins are fine, too!

[dawnblushed]

[original toplevel!

but also feel free to wildcard me with whatever you want if you don't want to try to load the old post. that's valid and you're valid.]

raven

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

...the short version is I was stuck in a building that caught fire. The next thing I know, here I am.

[laid]

[Raven half wonders at the long version but he's certainly not going to pry. Instead, he just grabs one of the novelty t-shirts.]

Could probably make some cloth bandages outta these. Not ideal, but it's somethin'
[He says while still wearing the shutter shades. Truly the picture of a responsible adult.]

lup

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

It sounds like I have a lot to learn. Don't worry, I learn fast!

[she'll even remember to use the sink in the future! it's a miracle.]

[evocationary]

[ she gestures vaguely. ]

Cool, great. Wash the leeks and we'll go from there after. Do you know how to fry an egg?

virid

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

Of course. Don't worry - if he's here, I'll find him.

[don't underestimate how stubborn she is! anyway, off she goes to search. she'll be back later.



man she's going to feel pretty stupid when she realizes they could have just checked the profiles on the phs to see if virid's twin is here.]

[favourable]

[these oldies who don't understand tech....... it's fine, virid will wait patiently.]

claude

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

No... by the time I got here, the room was already empty.

[...]

Whoever did it must be very sneaky.

[riegan]

Real sneaky indeed.

(Thanks for the compliment.)

Well, it doesnt look like anyone was hurt. No harm, no foul. It's a shame about the mess, though.

archer

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

You seem like you're used to taking care of people. Do you have a lot of people you have to look after where you come from?

[antaressnipe]

In a manner of speaking.

[A smile]

I am used to children, and am a teacher by trade.

mob

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

...so? What's your job, then?

[She's shameless! Sorry, Mob.]

kano

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

It sounds reassuring, when you say it like that.

sora

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

It might! We'd just have to put it somewhere that everyone would see it.

...maybe on the door at the inn?

jeanne

[dawnblushed]

[from here

There are so many things in the emporium... but no bathroom. Alas. They'll have to look around a little to figure that out, though.]

...it looks like a shop, but nobody seems to be working here.

sora .......... 2!

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

...that's really hard to imagine. [...] But that might explain some things.

[like how there are people here that are definitely not from kouka, from places she has never, ever heard of.]

hajime

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

Oh!

I get it now!

[she sounds so proud of herself.]

pikachu

[dawnblushed]

[from here

yona is having a grand old time. are they friends now? they're friends now.]

yoshizawa

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

...I guess it sounds pretty silly when you say it like that.

alphonse

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

...I'm not trying to hurt myself, I'm trying to open the door. [and hurting herself in the process, but. eh, details.] But if you want to try, go ahead!

[he looks big and strong. SMASH THE DOOR, AL.]

zuko

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

How sneaky.

[...it's not actually that sneaky.]

Whatever they're planning, it won't work!

hilda

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

It's nice to meet you, too, Hilda.

[Onward to the kitchens! Onward to food. God, I'm glad I'm playing someone who's not going to be a complete disaster while cooking this time.]

This whole thing is pretty strange... but I've met a lot of nice people so far, like you.

xie lian

[dawnblushed]

[from here

she crackes her knuckles. or rather - she tries to, but that just aggravates her burns, so she kind of awkwardly tries to play it off like she was stretching before putting her hands back under her cloak.]

...has anything like this ever happened to you before, Xie Lian?

bucky

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

Wait, someone actually believed that?!

hansa

[dawnblushed]

[from here]

...I think I might.

[She does like sweeter things. Time to track down some milk and sugar then! ...she'll just add a little bit, because she wants to make sure she doesn't drown out the flavor of the coffee.]

I've never had this before. Do you drink it often?