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WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL
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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 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. |
arrival
[ she's flat out on the floor with no shoes. she's in the process of taking her socks off when he asks. ] I was supposed to be going home, but the gods hate me.
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well he's not about to stop her from stripping. she's completely valid in her choice of taking off the socks and shoes. just as giyuu is standing there being completely ridiculous looking. ]
I was supposed to be going home as well.
[ him and several other people. ]
I think it's less about gods, though.
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Yeah, probably. What, do you think you have an idea of what's going on this time? Or are you just being cryptic? 'Cause let me tell you, we've already got like three cryptic people on this fucking bus already.
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No, I'm not being cryptic and I don't know. [ ... ] If there is someone who knows what is going on, I would suspect them almost immediately.
[ says a man who has been in that exact situation. ]
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If somebody knows what's going on, they're not gonna be stupid enough to just announce it. [ she also knows something about that! ]
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[ SAYS THE MAN WHO WAS IN THAT EXACT SITUATION. ]
People are desperate for answers.
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Again, you'd be surprised.
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...he'll look away before he explains himself. ]
I was allowed to say what I knew about what was needed to be done, but only when it benefited the reason for why we were all there. There was nothing truly holding me back. The only thing I couldn't do was out myself for being the reason for why it was all happening.
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... Wait, you were in charge of your thing? [ she sits up, immediately, staring at him. ]
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Yes.
[ and the fact that he sees other people from the island here....well, he's not exactly the happiest person in the world to begin with. ]
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Wanna elaborate?
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Which parts?
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I don't think it'll be the same here. [ but he can get why she wants to keep an eye on him. it's fine? he's not protesting. ] There's no voice that is telling me what needs to be done.
[ which probably sounds like a little crazy except you never know with this company. maybe it's completely normal. it probably completely normal. ]
All the same, I influenced people to commit murder. I never knew who they murdered but only that they would. After the murders there would be a trial where a name was chosen to be the sacrifice and then they would be executed the following day.
[ he's skimming over things only the details that don't matter. never would have guessed that he hates talking but you know. repenting for his sins. ]
There needed to be eleven sacrifices to be made in order for the ritual to be complete. [ he states this all very plainly but trails off for a moment. ] ...except it wasn't completed. Instead the curse was broken and that cycle ended.