WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL - OVERFLOW

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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

[fishingforcompliments]

Two... months?

Why would we be here for that long?

[shortforever]

That's how long I was at the murder mansion.

[He's hoping that's not the normal length of time.]

[fishingforcompliments]

My companions and I were only on the island for two weeks...

[MAYBE IT WILL ONLY BE TWO WEEKS. MAYBE. POSSIBLY.


haha it won't be]

[shortforever]

[Yeah, they won't be that lucky.]

Two days in this damn bus is too long. I'm ready to get out now.

[fishingforcompliments]

Yes... it is getting rather stuffy in here. I would like some fresh air, as well.

[FREE THEM]

[shortforever]

And with only one bathroom, it's only gonna get stuffier.

[No way to shower.]

[fishingforcompliments]

How unpleasant...

[god, she wants a bath.]

[shortforever]

But I bet we'll stop somewhere eventually. It feels like this thing is moving, and buses like this are for getting people from one place to another. This is probably just the in-between.

[fishingforcompliments]

I wonder where we are being taken.

[A pause, and then...]

Though we are bound to find out one way or another...

[shortforever]

Since we're all in matching shirts, maybe we're going to a tourist spot.

[He doubts that, but joking about it makes it easier to deal with.]

[fishingforcompliments]

You know, you are not the first person to suggest that!

[shortforever]

This kind of thing seems tourist-y, doesn't it? It's even got a word on it.

[Not that he understands the word.]

[fishingforcompliments]

Perhaps it is the name of where we are going...?

[shortforever]

It's not any place I've heard of. But it's written in English letters, and this all looks stupidly American. So maybe it's an American city.

[fishingforcompliments]

What about it makes it American?

[what is an america... she doesn't know]

[shortforever]

Americans speak English.

[fishingforcompliments]

[



she doesn't know what English is.]

[shortforever]

[SIGH]

It's a language. English is a language. And there's English on our shirts. Americans speak English, so we're probably in America.

[fishingforcompliments]

...

If it is their language, why is it called English and not American?

[shortforever]

I dunno, I'm not American. You should ask one of the Americans on this bus.

[fishingforcompliments]

Are there any?

[shortforever]

Probably? I bet if you ask around you can find a couple.

[fishingforcompliments]

I will have to find out. Thank you.

[god. i'm really sad i've already tagged out a bunch because i would absolutely start new threads with flayn approaching random people and asking them if they're american.]

[shortforever]

[That can be the mingle post header instead?]

[fishingforcompliments]

[ooh good plan]