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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[exercisms]

[Shaking his head, well.]

Back then, my brother didn't have any abilities. He does now.

[showyourself]

[ahhhhhh

something very nostalgic flits across her face.]

My sister never had any abilities, so I... used to play with her, with mine too.

[the happy part was happy. it was all so happy.]

[exercisms]

Your sister? It sounds fun . . .

[It's sort of hard to remember now what that time was like, though.]

[showyourself]

While it lasted, it was.

[she nearly slaps a hand over her mouth. instead, she recovers by continuing to talk, as if she didn't just say something strange.]

We would play pretend with castles and toys made of snow and ice, skate around the hallways on our socks in the middle of the night, and go sledding whenever and wherever we wanted.

I can only imagine what kind of fun you must have had with telekinesis!

[exercisms]

I used to float dogs.

[Um.]

And fly Ritsu around. I get motion sickness from flying, though.

[showyourself]

[okay well, she giggles at the dogs. cute.]

Is Ritsu your sibling?

[exercisms]

[Nodding.]

My younger brother.

[showyourself]

Just like my younger sister. We're two of a kind, you and I. [It's nice to know that this kind of thing crosses... well, countries. worlds, maybe.]

Was Ritsu always begging you to float him?

[exercisms]

. . . He liked it.

[He thinks? Ritsu doesn't really beg for things.]

But he doesn't like that kind of thing anymore.

[showyourself]

That's too bad. My sister...

[that's a pause, and it's awkward. in lieu of explaining, elsa simply shakes her head.]

...Well, she does, somehow or other.

[exercisms]

Ritsu is pretty amazing. He's the top of his class, and he's good at sports and he's popular. It makes sense he wouldn't stay interested in something like that.

[showyourself]

He sounds like a good brother. I guess they all grow up sometime.

[no they don't. anna is baby. anna is forever baby. none grown up little sister. precious perfect angel baby.]

You must be very proud.

[exercisms]

[Nodding! With a big smile.]

We're all very proud of him.

[Maybe most people would describe their brother as smart, popular, and good at sports with a little envy, but not this kid.]

[showyourself]

[elsa beams at shigeo, nodding.]

My little sister just took on a very important role—and she's been doing a wonderful job. I know just how you feel.

[stanning siblings solidarity..........]

[exercisms]

That's great! What's her name?

[showyourself]

Anna.

...I suppose I'm glad she didn't get pulled along with us, but I wish I could speak with her right now. She always makes me feel...

[...better.

...]

Hey, do you want to get out of here?

[exercisms]

Here?

[Looking around him.]

You mean, go home?

[showyourself]

Oh, I'd like that. But it... seems like we can't, at the moment.

[she. shrugs.]

I meant get out of here—this area. Let's go somewhere else around here, the two of us.

[exercisms]

Okay.

[He'll go somewhere with this strange adult? Why not. She seems very nice.]

[showyourself]

Wanna explore that inn? We can see if there's anything good to eat.

[exercisms]

Mm.

[He's definitely hungry, if he doesn't have adults looking out for him to make him eat.]

[showyourself]

[cute..............

she holds out a hand cautiously, framing it as both a wave on, or to take, depending on his preference.]

Shall we?