WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL

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ARRIVAL

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PASSENGERS: 41 You know how the story goes by now. One minute you’re somewhere familiar, and the next you’re suddenly somewhere else. Unlike previous times before, the source of your rude awakening isn’t a mystery. A harsh jostle causes your body to lunge forward as a tire jumps over a pot hole in the road. Try as you might, it’s hard to ignore the steady thrumming of an engine and the gentle sway beneath you. The faint scent of gasoline seems to waft from the outside, but as you look around you’ll notice that the windows are locked, tinted, and impossible to see through. Likewise, the door ahead of you appears to be locked as well. Perhaps the scent is your imagination…? Regardless, though the lighting is a tad dim, it becomes apparent that you’re inside a large bus dotted with the occasional seat and amid a jumble of other bodies. The people you were last with may be among your fellow passengers. Perhaps they are not. But worry not; there’s plenty of time to look around and get to know one another on this long, strange trip. It may even be wise to examine the staircase at the other end of the bus. Who knows what awaits you on the other floors? Ah, but before you move too far it may be best to assess the situation. On the bright side, any injuries you incurred have been healed! Isn't it nice to have your limbs in place again? Miracles happen. But...what happened to your clothes? You’re fairly certain you weren't wearing this t-shirt before...and what's with the denim shorts? Maybe you were fortunate enough to get the knee-length version, but for those of you waking up in bootyshorts...well, we're sure you look great! And what better way to tie the whole look together than white socks and tan sandals? At least you'll be comfortable for the ride. Lucky for you, your new threads aren't the only gift you'll receive upon waking up. Attached to your waist is a high-quality bag filled with some fun goodies for every passenger! For those of you who unzip your bag to check its contents, you will find: -Dry shampoo -Wet wipes -Deodorant -Travel pack of toilet paper -Travel toothbrush + toothpaste -Poncho -A stylish travel guide No other items are on your person at this time, even if you were holding onto it as you began your previous departure. That's a bit troublesome, isn't it? Not really; it's still a bus. Be grateful for the extra elbow room, alright? Oh, and one last thing...on the wrist of every passenger is a small, equally fashionable white scrunchie. Not your style? Perhaps it's a good idea to give the travel guide another read. Searching the bus from top to bottom will net zero results in the way of an escape. All of the windows are similarly tinted and locked, and the only exit door appears to be the one on the first level that can't be opened at this time. But hey. You're all old pros at this, right? You know what to do next! Get to know the people around you, trade stories with your fellow passengers, and...well. Buckle up for the bumpy ride ahead.

Comments

[shortforever]

Yeah, that's about right.

[Hi Akira. ]

1/2

[survivaltricks]

[!!!!!]

[CHUUYA]

[survivaltricks]

CHUUYA WHY IS THIS HAPPENING!!

[he knows Chuuya won't have an answer, he's just. cranky]

[shortforever]

You think I know?!

[Second verse, same as the first. ]

I'd say we got stuck in Blue's bullshit again, but I think like half of these people are new.

[survivaltricks]

No. This definitely isn't Blue's doing.

[he says that firmly, because!! believe in Blue!!]

This is. . . something else.

[but he hasn't the foggiest idea what it might be]

[shortforever]

Well this can't be Reito's world either, he's not here. And I don't have my powers.

...

The house lived?

[survivaltricks]

No. The house was definitely dead.

[. . .]

But whose to say the house was the only thing capable of mass kidnappings?

[shortforever]

Sssssso we've got the house's cousin, the living bus.

[Seems legit.]

Okay. Let's go dig around in the rooms until we find the inner monster to kick the crap out of. And this time let's do it before half of us eat the other half.

[survivaltricks]

[oh my god]

Their family reunions must be something. . .

[HAR]

But I think you've got the right idea. So-- let's go.

[shortforever]

Go where? We're stuck in a bus. I didn't think the mansion would ever feel roomy, but here we are.

[survivaltricks]

We can goooooooo. . .

[looking around]

[. . .]

Upstairs. . .?

[shortforever]

...well, I guess there's not much else to do.

[time to climb the ladder to bar city. Which Chuuya will stare at for a moment as he silently wonders how the bottles aren't all broken from the potholes.]

I feel like the adults are going to appreciate this more than we will.

[survivaltricks]

[BAR CITY. Akira just snorts in amusement]

Not everyone who appreciates it will be an adult.

[THINKIN' 'BOUT YOU ASH]

[shortforever]

What, you putting some extra flavor in those coffees you make?

[survivaltricks]

[almost OFFENDED]

Please. I would never ruin a good brew like that.

[shortforever]

[Okay, he has to snicker at that.]

Coffee-nerd.

[survivaltricks]

[hand over his heart!!]

And you know it, too.

[shortforever]

It's just too bad that you'll have to go without here, I didn't see a coffee pot downstairs.

[survivaltricks]

-- what? Seriously?

[he hasn't had a chance to look around yet!!]

That can't be right.

[shortforever]

Unless it's hidden in a cupboard, I didn't see one. Besides, this bus is kinda small, right? They might have just decided there wasn't room for it.

[survivaltricks]

Uuuuuuugh.

[AS THOUGH THIS BUS WASN'T SHITTY ENOUGH]

[shortforever]

[He's snickering and prodding at Akira.]

C'mon, there's another floor to see.

[survivaltricks]

[elbows Chuuya a li'l in return]

Right, right. Do you want to go first?

[he looks up the ladder once they reach it, trying to peer at what might lie beyond]

[shortforever]

[over here]