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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i just ugly laughed.... rip Wolf

[heartablaze]

[let the toddler speak!!!!!!!

She's leaking emotions out her ears and has to bite her lip as Wolf calmly explains themselves. But she isn't aggravated. If anything, she wants to run up to that castle and confront the Realm itself for taking from these poor people.

Her fists clench just a little tighter.]

...Okay. I'm gonna hold you to that, Wolf-san.

And you'll let us know if anything changes? Please?

[retellers]

[ please stop having emotions near wolf, they do not like this. ]

Uh. Sure. [ wait. ] You should worry about yourself, first.

[heartablaze]

[rng chose you wolfy-kun blame it on god]

I will. I can promise that for sure. But worrying about myself involves a lot more than just my own safety.

[retellers]

... Right. Just... make it your priority.

[ they really do look like they were caught completely wrong footed there. ]

[heartablaze]

[She just nods firmly.]

Right. If I don't have a reason to do it for myself, then saving every other world will be impossible.

But... from what you're saying, if everyone really is in danger... I hope we can find a way for all of us. You guys included.

[retellers]

[ ... well, that's cute and all, but... ]

Yeah. That's the plan.

[heartablaze]

[nods...

She presses her wrists against here eyes for a second, clearing her throat, before lifting her chin back up and continuing.]

Is there anything else the Planetarium can do? I know Haku-san and I climbed on top of it to look for stuff, but I don't think anyone can get inside right now.

[retellers]

[ should they be concerned people are climbing buildings. ehhh. ]

It's only for contacting us. There's no secret in there. Things weren't ready, so... we kept it locked.

[heartablaze]

That's okay. This way everyone knows, yeah?

What about the shops? One of the boys told me there was a note that said we could help ourselves, but I never really saw it, and there's nobody there to help us shop. Did one of you write that, or was that something that was here beforehand?

[retellers]

[ uh? ]

The only note we left was the message in the PHS. We weren't meant to take so long to come meet you, but stuff... happened.

[ they look into the distance. it sure happened. ]

[heartablaze]

Wait, so...

The store isn't freebies?

[hikaru no]

[retellers]

Not really. You guys don't exactly have money either, though.

[ they don't seem too fussed that people are stealing things? ]

1/2

[heartablaze]

[...




SOMEONE in this crowd that isn't wolf is getting the most disappointed pout on planet earth, you know who you fucking are]

[heartablaze]

Ah, wait a minute!

Does that mean we can earn money somehow? Or is there another way we can pay for stuff?

[retellers]

Doubt it. I'm not sure why you'd want to take any of that junk anyway.

[heartablaze]

The toy dogs make me happy!

[retellers]

Then keep them. If you want more without "stealing", you can always ask your Leader tomorrow.

[heartablaze]

Gotcha. I promise, no more freebies.

Um... last question, okay? Why is there a barrier? This place looks so big... so is there a reason that we can't go any further?

[retellers]

The Realm made it. We think it'll open itself up soon enough. It's connected to everything, so it might be trying to keep things contained for now.

[ their tone implies that's speculation, though. ]

[heartablaze]

Contained...

[wow can this stop being familiar please]

Like... to keep us from us getting out? Or from something else getting in?

[retellers]

You couldn't get out just by walking. Barrier's not for that.

[heartablaze]

[?????????]

Then is it containing something else? The nova, maybe?

[retellers]

I don't know, I didn't make the thing.

[ this is what they get for speculating??? their job is to know and they are terrible at this. ]

[heartablaze]

[she supports you sweetie]

...Okay. We'll just have to find out somehow.

[Her hands still wring together, but she at least gives a short bow to the masked stranger.]

Thank you, Wolf-san. Whenever the Planetarium opens... can I come talk to you again?

[retellers]

[ their face says "why would you want to", but they nod ]

That's what it's for. I'll be around town this week anyway.