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

[shortforever]

Don't say it! I'm still young!

[That's going to end up being his excuse for everything now. But the fact that he can shout that in-between coughs is impressive.]

[givethemhell]

[IT IS IMPRESSIVE and he even sets down his mixer to applaud...]

True, true! You have plenty of time to build up your tolerance and strengthen your liver. Though I think at your age, I already had four times your tolerance!

[shortforever]

Is that how everyone in the past had fun? They got drunk all the time?

[givethemhell]

What else do you think we had to do for fun? There was no electricity or even properly running water! All we did was sit around getting drunk, or sneaking out of class to get drunk, or eating good snacks.

[Or reading smuggled erotica but honestly they're already just sounding like average frat boys now.]

[shortforever]

[You say that like they AREN'T average frat boys.]

I dunno, I never really thought about it! I guess I figured everyone would be busy growing crops or stuff like that and wouldn't have time for fun.

[givethemhell]

[Honestly fair. Hate that.]

Farmers spend a lot of their time growing crops, but even for them, do you think they put every waking moment into it? Of course not! [WAVING A HAND.] No one spends all of their time working, even before running water.

[That would be a terrible life, wow. REMINDS HIM OF HIS BEGGAR DAYS.]

[shortforever]

Well I guess I was wrong when I thought that? I dunno, I never really studied history stuff.

[He never really did ANY studying, but details.]

[givethemhell]

[He shakes his head... Stay in school Chuuya.]

Most of the finer details are lost over time anyway, I think. Otherwise, there would be far too much to study.

[shortforever]

[HE TRIED TO AND THEN HE GOT DRAGGED HERE!!1]

I'm sure it was a lot of boring stuff anyway.

[Now he's going to down that drink in one go to show what a man he is.]

[givethemhell]

[TAPE YOURSELF TO THE DESK.]

Oh— [Oh Chuuya's gonna fuckin die.] ...I'm not sure if that was a good idea!

[shortforever]

[He sure is.]

You gave me the thing! Why'd you give it to me if it was a bad idea?

[His throat already hates him though.]

[givethemhell]

I gave it to you, but you aren't supposed to drink it all at once like that. No one drinks their alcohol that way unless it's a shot, you know?

[HE TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY.]

[shortforever]

I know that!

[He doesn't know that.]

I just- I can take my liquor really well, it's fine!

[givethemhell]

[HE DOESN'T KNOW AT ALL BUT IT SURE IS HILARIOUS. He just reaches across the bar to pat Chuuya's shoulder.]

I'll check up on you in a couple of hours.

[shortforever]

I'm not going to be drunk from one drink.

[He's going to be ill to his stomach from downing it in one go, though.]