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

[preowned]

I see... I wonder if they ended up on another vehicle then?

[ WHERE IS HIS BOYFRIEND HELLO LUNE-CHAN ]

That's troublesome.

[daifukus]

It's possible.

[ he sounds very disgruntled about the idea. WHERE IS HIS NIKKARI 😫 ]

I suppose we'll have to wait and see.

[preowned]

Or we can keep looking around! Perhaps an answer will come sooner rather than later?

[ it'll probably come like, saturday or sunday ]

[daifukus]

[ francy i'll kill you personally ]

Mm. Perhaps there is something hidden among the bus. It was like that on our boat.

[preowned]

Then let's look around! It's also a little dark in here, so it'll be easier to miss something.

[daifukus]

[ it's like their very own scouting mission, oh boy! ]

Mm, that's true. There didn't seem to be anything too out of place upon my initial exploration.

[ but maybe he missed it entirely?? like a wholeass ouija board ]

[preowned]

Where I was... there were certain areas we couldn't access right away.

Maybe this will be like that?

[daifukus]

Mm, that's similar to where we were as well.

[ strange how certain things were the same over their experiences ]

But I suppose if we also don't find anything- that may be a clue that we have yet to arrive at our destination.

[preowned]

If things go the same way as before, it may be awkward to kill each other on this small vehicle.

[daifukus]

[ WHERE ARE THEY GONNA PUT THE BODIES? PROP THEM UP ON THE FEW CHAIRS??? ]

Mm, exactly. There certainly isn't enough room to move in here.

[ he needs his space ]

[preowned]

Where will they host trial? In the kitchen?

[ a pause ]

Did you have trials?

[daifukus]

I don't think there's enough for two let alone the rest of us.

[ a beat ]

Mm. We did. Were you required to solve the weekly murders with them as well?

[preowned]

[ i mean. tsuru didn't do shit. but he does not say this. ]

Pretty much, yes. Were you bringing balance to the universe?

[daifukus]

Trying to prevent the spread of demons.

[ look at him, not mentioning the sex word this time ]

[preowned]

Ah. A noble cause.

[ say the sex word ]

[daifukus]

[ no ]

Mm, quite.

[ does... he sound dry enough ]

[preowned]

Besides our comrades... is there anyone else here that you know?

[ who are your thots castmates ]

[daifukus]

[ don't harass the others for deets!! wow! ]

Mm, a few. Dick. Escha-san. Taako [ From The Movies ] -san.

[preowned]

I see... there's a young girl named Lili here. Besides Ookurikara and I, she's the only person from the village I've seen.

[ tsuru stans one tsun couple ]