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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[retellers]

[ they're quiet for a moment. ]

You'll have to ask Tiger if you want any more, when you meet them.

[suddenlybees]

Tiger has the monopoly on condoms...?

[ Well, boo. He'll keep that in mind, though. ]

Alright, gotcha! So, like, do we get fun codenames too? Are we getting indoctrinated into your group?

[retellers]

You're free to come up with codenames if you want?

[suddenlybees]

Oh cool, yeah, alright! Is Cat taken? I feel like Cat would be taken. What about Rhino? Snake?

[retellers]

None of those are taken! Go wild.

[suddenlybees]

Codename Snake it is.

[ He slips on one of his twelve domino masks Blanca got him. ]

Keep it in mind, alright! Secret identity is hush hush~ So, like, maybe you can delete a word or two off the Helper System?

[retellers]

Haha, I don't have that capability. My apologies!

[suddenlybees]

What about Tiger? Or, like, I dunno. Who's the boss?

[retellers]

[ they stifle a laugh. ]

Tiger is definitely not the boss. No one is.

[suddenlybees]

Tiger's got the condom monopoly. That's gotta count for some sort of power~

[ How's a team supposed to work without a boss!!! you guys!!!!!! ]

[retellers]

What, the other gifts are worthless? I could be hurt.

[ but they sound more amused than anything. ]

[suddenlybees]

Oh! Did each of you contribute different gifts?! The headband was fun! You should see it on Alphonse! The tea was very good too!

[ He loves all the gifts! bless the gift bags ]

[retellers]

Alphonse? Ah, the boy in armour, right...? I'll keep an eye out for him.

I'm sure Rabbit will be glad to hear you like the tea.

[suddenlybees]

[ I am so sorry to Rabbit about the tea ]

Yep, yep, that's the one~ Which one was yours?

[retellers]

Oh, the pill.

[suddenlybees]

Oh, the pill.

[ Oh, the pill Taako swallowed and presumably hasn't died yet from it. ]

What is it?

[retellers]

[ rip taako ]

What do you think it is?

[ :) ]

[suddenlybees]

Cyanide?

[retellers]

... That's quite drastic, don't you think?

[suddenlybees]

Yeah. Am I right, though? Gonna tell me what it is?

[retellers]

Hate to disappoint, but it's just a painkiller, for headaches.

[suddenlybees]

Oh.

[ Somehow, that is disappointing. ]

Maybe I should give those pills back...

[ Kano doesn't get headaches, he causes them. ]

[retellers]

[ kano...

they laugh, a little. ]

Maybe you should, yes.