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]

That's because you've just been assigned a job. You can consider us your guides.

[lecarre]

[She blinks at them.]

"Guides"... You are guiding us through these "jobs"? Can you not do the jobs yourselves?

[retellers]

We already have our hands full with our own tasks, I'm afraid. Not to mention that six people would be rather inefficient.

[lecarre]

[... ???

Looks at like, the 40+ people who are here. More or less efficient??]

Um... I don't understand.

But I suppose it is necessary then... if we finish these jobs, can we return home?

[retellers]

That's the gist of it, yes. I'm afraid I don't know how long it'll take.

[lecarre]

[:(]

I still do not understand anything at all...

I am missing a lot of class and everything while I am here, so not knowing how long it will take is, um...!

[Distressing!!]

[retellers]

Oh, don't worry about that. From my understanding, when everyone returns home, you'll be sent to the moment you were taken. [ a smile! ] You won't have to catch up at all.

[lecarre]

Eh? Really? Is that truly possible?

[retellers]

Sounds like something out of a sci-fi or fantasy, doesn't it? But yes. This world is special.

[lecarre]

[...]

I'm afraid I'm a terribly dull person, and I don't suppose I have any useful questions that anyone else will not have already asked.

So can I ask an odd question instead?

[...]

You are supposed to be our guides, right? Is... there any guiding advice you think we should know for these jobs?

[retellers]

[ they hold a hand up to their mouth, as if pondering. ]

Nova is attracted to people and strong emotions. So, if I had to give advice... work together. There's very little that can be done alone, after all.

[lecarre]

"Work together"...?

[...]

I see. That does sound nice. [she has no idea what nova is but she's heard the term thrown around and other people asking it, so she can ask someone else for more deets later.]

Um... thank you. That's all I had to ask for now. I know the others want to speak with you too, so... I will stop taking up your time.

[retellers]

Haha, don't be afraid to ask anything if it comes up. As I said, we're here to help you.

In any case, we'll be more available from now on.

[lecarre]

Oh...!

[she said she was gonna leave them alone but then she got distracted]

Will we truly be able to speak with you more often now? How?

[retellers]

The three of us will be around town, starting from tomorrow. We'll make it so that you can contact us even if we're not there, as well.

We're here to support you, so it wouldn't be right for us to be hard to reach, after all. 𝅘𝅥𝅮

[lecarre]

Oh... that is wonderful to hear. Um--thank you.

I will be counting on you, then, and your support.

[retellers]

We'll do our best for you.