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

[overruns]

[ His caution is a wavering thing, curiosity bringing him to peer closer at the pantry. RIP both of them. It sounds like Wei Wuxian does know the whole Murder deal, at least. Seems like they all do. ]

It's probably that sort of mindset that will put us in danger early.

[ It's not quite a scolding, though. ]

I have to admit it's quite the selection, though... [ ... ] Could you do it again? [ the open and close thing ]

[givethemhell]

[He's going to open this and a demon is going to pop out and punch them so hard that their souls fly out of their bodies.]

Can't be any more dangerous than the first day last time, hm? [He's referring to the excessive amounts of banging that happened Day 0... Higekiri.

Anyway!! He'll oblige, shutting the pantry and opening it back up again. This time, a wholeass lotus root is sitting on a shelf.]

Ah, wonderful! It even works on fresh produce.

[overruns]

[ rest in pieces

Also, the first day... they'd almost all drowned and died, so that's a fair point. But how would he know that? It's not really odd enough to call out, though. Especially because he is distracted by Root. Some sort of weird potato?? ]

Ah! So it does... I thought the island was bountiful, but it was nothing like this. [ pac-man island, he means. ] I've never seen even half the things you've summoned so far.

[givethemhell]

[Meanwhile he just thinks Dimitri's referring to demon island... THIS IS TERRIBLE.]

Very useful, yes? Here! [He steps aside, patting the pantry door.] Why don't you give it a try? Think of anything you'd like - anything at all!

[As long as it's not like, a bag of Doritos or something which probably doesn't count as an ingredient.]

[overruns]

[ surprise, it takes them 8 weeks to figure there was another dimitri

Present-Dimitri looks a little surprised. ]

What I'd like...? [ He eyes the pantry for a second, as though sizing something up, then shakes his head, putting on a polite smile. ] Actually, more than anything I'd enjoy sampling cuisines from all your lands. If you don't mind showing me, of course.

[givethemhell]

[WOULDN'T THAT JUST BE PEAK STUPID. Their one braincell, failing them both.]

Is that so? Well! In that case, I can make something for you with what I have here. Ah - but how's your tolerance for spice?

[He's learned to ask now before he ruins people's tastebuds for life, at least.]

[overruns]

[ wwx please look at him, he's whiter than uncured cheese. he probably thinks ketchup is spicy.

But is he about to say as much? No. ]

Oh, no need to hold back. Why don't you make it to your tastes?

[givethemhell]

[rip uncured cheese]