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

first deck

[fishingforcompliments]

[she isn't expecting that, so. thwap! fanny pack to the face.]

Ouch..!

[voidbreaker]

[ wow britt way to make me feel bad. ]








... Incoming?

[fishingforcompliments]

[it was funny. i wasn't going to pass it up.

anyway, flayn rubs at her face.]

It appears that I need to work on my reflexes...

[voidbreaker]

It ain't like you expect the windows you're supposed to be breaking to fight back.

[ he makes a turning motion with his finger. ]

This way. Lemme check it.

[fishingforcompliments]

[Flayn nods her agreement - no, she typically does not expect broken windows to fight back, either - before picking up the fanny pack from where it fell after hitting her in the face.

She steps closer to him and holds it out.]

Here you are.

[That's not what he meant, but she's stupid, so.]

[voidbreaker]

[





he takes the bag back

and then just grabs her chin and t u r n s her head to the smacked cheek side. ]

[fishingforcompliments]

[the smacked cheek side doesn't look too damaged!! it's a little pink.





though that might also be because she's blushing now.]

...I-I assure you, I am fine! It did not hurt quite as badly as it may have seemed.

[voidbreaker]

[ flayn stop that he's a gremlin. ]

... It doesn't look like it'll bruise. There's probably ice here, or at the bar if you wanted to make sure though.

[fishingforcompliments]

[it's more out of surprise than anything else, really.]

It will probably be fine. [she smiles] I have had worse injuries. Please do not worry.

[voidbreaker]

[ stop it anyway, push him over he's a gremlin. ]

...

[ flayn looks like a gust of wind would blow her over though. ]

... Alright then, no worrying here.

[fishingforcompliments]

Thank you for your concern, however. It was kind of you.

[even though he's the one who threw it in the first place???

anyway.]

...my name is Flayn. What should I call you?

[voidbreaker]

[ yeah.... no flayn... don't thank the guy who beaned you in the face with a bag. ]

I'm Ash.

... You used to being kidnapped, or is this a brand new adventure for you?

[fishingforcompliments]

I am unfortunately used to it.

[she hates it, thanks!]

[voidbreaker]

... You need a new hobby.

[ just saying. ]

Hey, wild question, ignore it if you want: any recen kidnapping expeditions of yours result in, I dunno, people getting murdered?

[fishingforcompliments]

My hobby is fishing, not being kidnapped.

[just saying!! ...her expression falls at his question, though.]

...yes. If you are asking, I imagine yours did as well?

[voidbreaker]

[ wow. it's a tiny rean schwarzer. ]

Yeah, something like that. Glad to see originality's running high around here.

[fishingforcompliments]

boop