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

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[applechemist]

[ from here! ]

A circle of compliments isn't so bad. Sometimes at work we'd get into circles of saying thank you and not being able to say good-bye.

[ She was halfway on the same track. But instead of filtering through the tragic lens she filtered through the work lens. Escha is... A workaholic. ]

Really...? You'll never get any better at cooking if you don't get to experiment. And experimenting when we had all those ingredients would have been the best time!

[givethemhell]

[Escha... That reminds him of someone else he knows. Ya damn workaholics.]

Hah, really? You and your coworkers - you sound like a fun bunch to work with.

[rip to Logy wherever the fck in the void he is... ALSO YEAH! YEAH!! He makes a wide gesture, waving his hands.]

Isn't that the case? But there's no arguing with him, you know! Once he claims a kitchen it's so hard to get him out.

[applechemist]

[ She takes that at face value and just smiles because! Yeah!! She loves her coworkers! ]

But I can't say I want to argue with him now that we're in a closed space like this... Looks like we missed our chance to make an appeal.

[ It's wild to miss anything about the ship, and yet. ]

[givethemhell]

[Escha is too good for this world, too, actually.

Also honestly yeah he never thought he'd miss anything on the ship BUT HE SURE DOES. SPACE... COME BACK.]

It's fine, it's fine. I'll bide my time and launch an appeal when he least expects it! Or maybe just cook something with peppers so he can't get in.

[applechemist]

Please don't cook like that while we're all trapped in here...!

[givethemhell]

Well, since it's you asking, I guess I can come up with a kinder way to go about it. Fair?

[Escha, singlehandedly saving everyone from pepper hell.]

[applechemist]

Please.

[ ... But. ]

If you think of a better way, let me know if I can help.

[givethemhell]

[Escha is truly too GOOD FOR ANY OF THEM. He laughs though, and nods with a smile.]

Of course, of course! I'll let you know right away. To be fair, this is a win for us anyway, since Taako always makes enough to share and his cooking is so good.

[applechemist]

Hehe. I wonder if I could pick up some tips from him.

[ That is a very optimistic concern to even have at all right now, Escha. ]

[givethemhell]

[This is why he loves Escha though, honestly.]

You should ask! He does like imparting his wisdom on others.

[applechemist]

... Yeah, that sounds right.

[ She thinks it's charming. ]

[givethemhell]

[Honestly same, he finds it hilarious and endearing. TAAKO...]

It's pretty entertaining, isn't it? The way he huffs and puffs!

[applechemist]

I think it's nice to have someone around who speaks their mind.

[givethemhell]

I agree, I agree. He's a refreshing person to have around in general, actually! I'm quite glad he's here with us, there surely won't be a dull moment now.

[Also maybe they can try to save everyone with badfic again.]

[applechemist]

[ She laughs, nodding. ]

Even though I want us all to be taking this seriously, I don't think there's anything wrong with having fun when there's nothing else to be doing.

[givethemhell]

That's the good part about our group, don't you think? Serious when we need to be, funny when we have a breath to spare.

[applechemist]

... I think we haven't seen if this group can be serious, yet.

[givethemhell]

Ours as in the ship, I mean! Though I do hope the same can be said for the people here.

[applechemist]

Oh, I see... Yeah - I feel like I have no reason not to trust any of the people from our ship...

Hopefully the same will go for everyone else.

[givethemhell]

Haha, yes, it's good to be able to judge the character of at least a few people here!

[HE SAYS THIS BUT HE'S FUCKIN WARY OF YALL DEADASS SOON TO BE SEX DEMONS.]

It would be good to know if there were any threats in advance.

[applechemist]

[ WOW RUDE. ]

There are still so many people we don't know anything about... But I don't want to assume the worst of anyone.

[givethemhell]

We'll find out soon enough, I suppose! Sooner than last time, in cramped quarters.

[applechemist]

... Despite everything, I made some truly wonderful friends back there.

So hopefully the same will be true, here.

[givethemhell]

I'm sure it'll be so. And let me know if anyone would dare to give you a hard time instead!

[So he can kick their ass into a window.]

[applechemist]

[ Escha laughs. ]

I wouldn't want you to not get along with someone just because I don't get along with them.