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

[getdrekt]

Yeah, it did.

We need to find out where we are—in the calendar. If we can, we can plot it all out.

[preowned]

I wonder if there is anything posted somewhere...

[ another thing to add to the list of stuff to look for. ]

[getdrekt]

[he's already flipping through his book, frowning.]

Nothing.

I suppose we'll only know when the first person dies.

[it's sarcasm so dry that cacti could grow in it]

[preowned]

Possibly.

[ there is no point in denying that possibility. ]

But hopefully we can find out sooner. That would be inconvenient.

[getdrekt]

Hmph. That would be giving these places too much credit.

[...]

Where did you come from, anyway?

[preowned]

A village at the center of the universe.

We were brought there to restore the balance between darkness and light.

[getdrekt]

Tch. More cosmic forces relying on a collection of kidnap victims to do their dirty work for them?

Ridiculous.

[preowned]

... it seems like it.

We'll see if this situation is any similar.

[getdrekt]

If it is, can we kill the first "hosts" we see?

[preowned]

The hosts in the village were as trapped as we were-- I even knew one of them from home. They were simply given a different job than the rest of us were when they were taken. Besides that, there is a chance we may need them to leave, so we should find out information first. If they turn out to be unneeded, and uninvolved in actually bringing us here, we'll see from there.

[ translation: if they aren't the actual kidnappers and they're useless yea we can kill them ]

[getdrekt]

Hmph.

Fine.

[It's a logical approach, considering.

People they knew... huh.]

[preowned]

Don't worry.

If there ever comes a time where we must strike them down, I won't stop you.

[getdrekt]

[he blinks.

what an extremely reasonable sentiment.]

Will you stop me if they're someone you know?

[preowned]

... if it's someone I know, and the death is deserved, then I would most likely prefer to do it myself.

But if I am unable to for whatever reason, then alright.

[getdrekt]

...If that was the case, I'd step aside for you.

[Hm

allies. weird feeling.]

[preowned]

[ there is a polite bow. ]

Thank you.

[getdrekt]

You're... welcome.

[it seems to go without saying that tsuru would do the same.]