WEEK ZERO: ARRIVAL - OVERFLOW

[gatonina]

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

[givethemhell]

[maybe]

You seem like someone who's easy to get along with! Do you think you'd be able to make friends with yourself?

[HE'S CURIOUS AND HE LOVES HYPOTHETICALS.]

[fishingforcompliments]

[Time to think about it... after a moment or two, she nods.]

I believe that I could. After all, I would have much in common with myself!

[givethemhell]

[He hums in consideration.]

That's true, that's very true! Ah, but what if you run into a version of yourself that you don't have much in common with at all?

[fishingforcompliments]

If we had very little in common, would it really still be me...?

[Or would it be someone else??]

[givethemhell]

[This is not the time and place for this kind of existential conversation, but if they don't consider the implications of their AU selves now, when will they??]

I suppose that's starting to get into the question of whether we're born a certain way or whether we're shaped to be a certain way as we grow, hm?

[fishingforcompliments]

I suppose so. How many of our likes and dislikes are a result of how we were raised, I wonder...?

[Hm.]

[givethemhell]

Hm... A good amount, I'd imagine? But some things may be down to how we come into this world. Like, say - not everyone has the mouth for spice! But you can probably get used to it a little better if you grow up in a place with spicy dishes.

[fishingforcompliments]

Oh, that is true! It is easy to acquire certain tastes if you work at them enough, but even so... there are definitely some sorts of foods that you might never like under any circumstances.

[givethemhell]

Do you think so? Are there any foods that would fall under that category for you?

[fishingforcompliments]

Hmm... I am not particularly fond of cheese gratin or meat pie.

[she actually had to think about that while i googled it to see which recipes she disliked in the game]

My brother scolded me for being a picky eater, so I did my best to expand my tastes, but... I truly do not like those dishes.

[givethemhell]

[HE DOESN'T EVEN KNOW WHAT THESE THINGS ARE.]

What's a gratin? And a meat pie? Is that like a fruit pie but you have meat in there, too? Or is it all meat? Sounds strange, hah.

[fishingforcompliments]

I am not quite sure how to describe it...

Oh! There are no fruits involved. Just meat and vegetables, and a bit of gravy. It is... not very tasty.

[givethemhell]

[HE MAKES A FACE.]

Does it all go inside of a pie crust, still?

[fishingforcompliments]

Yes! You bite into it expecting something sweet and fruity, and instead you are greeted with... that slop. It is terrible.

[givethemhell]

I can't blame you for not liking that! I'd have hated it too, if I ever came across something like that.

[He's thinking of like

a sweet pie crust, though.]

[fishingforcompliments]

I feel a little bit better about being picky, now. Thank you.

[givethemhell]

Of course! If anyone gives you trouble for it, just send them to me.

[He'll PUNCH THEM.]

[fishingforcompliments]

Oh! Certainly, I will.

[



i kind of want to see that now. goddamnit.]

[givethemhell]

[if only someone was here to shame flayn.]

Good, good - wonderful! We should sing again sometime, too.

[fishingforcompliments]

[IF ONLY. but no one seems inclined to do that.]

Oh, yes! And if you would not mind - I would very much like to learn a song from where you come from.

[givethemhell]

[NO ONE WOULD SHAME FLAYN PERIOD she's too good.]

Of course, I don't mind at all! I have plenty of songs that I could teach you.

[fishingforcompliments]

[they should shame her.]

I look forward to it!