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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[reconnective]

[I'm glad claude is being a good boy. there's a solemn sort of nod when he says that first piece though, like it's something he understands too well, but cooking is a good distraction and now he has to actually think.]

Uh...well, I've never really had tea, so what kinds are good?

[riegan]

That depends entirely on your preference.

( Poking around the cupboards, he's managed to find a few types! )

How would you describe your taste? Do you like things that are sweet? Or prefer something more bitter?

( He's already setting some aside though. Just based on the fact that Sora's a tea newb apparently. )

[reconnective]

Not bitter. [he makes a face because who likes bitter stuff?] Do they make sweet teas?

[the pan is now simmering. their food will be ready soon thanks to the magic of rp.]

[riegan]

Most teas are naturally bitter but you can always add sugar.

( It also doesn't take long for water to heat up in RP land so he'll pour some water into a cup and set a bag in for Sora. It's already starting to turn a shade of pale gold. It smells fruity too, like apples.

As for himself, he'll pick a plain black tea for now. )

The nice thing about tea is you can make it how you want.

[reconnective]

That's good. And thanks. [he's more likely to drink it if he can make it a little sweet, but he also can't deny that whatever claude found smells great.] You think that's why there were teabags in the gifts we got? Easy to make into whatever but still something people seem to like.

[riegan]

If they're trying to be decent hosts, maybe. Back home, it's not uncommon to provide tea for guests.

There's something for everyone.

But if you ask me... those gifts were a pretty mixed bag. Literally.

( Bah dum tish. )

[reconnective]

[the worst is that he laughs lightly at the wording and it's not even a polite laugh? he genuinely thinks it's funny. but claude has a point.]

The pillow's kind of cute and I'm pretty sure the rock's important somehow but some of the other stuff's a little weird. ["a little" is an understatement.] I've been asking around to see if maybe someone else got something different in theirs.