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

[givethemhell]

You don't seem too enthused about that!

[HE SAYS, GRINNING A GOBLIN GRIN.]

Though I don't think anyone will forget that for as long as we're stuck on a bus.

[hydrogenetic]

I don't mind making new friends, but I kinda wish it was on my own terms. [Shrug!] Good point though.

[givethemhell]

Can't blame you for that! Met some wonderful people before, but I'd rather have skipped on the encore, you know? No offense, of course.

[A little, lopsided grin. Then:] My name's Wei Wuxian, by the way. You?

[hydrogenetic]

None taken. [He feels the same way tbh.] Percy Jackson. Is it still appropriate to say "nice to meet you", you think?

[givethemhell]

Hm? Well, I've been saying it. It's true in the moment, at least! No idea how things will look a few weeks from now, but for now, it's good to meet you.

[Maybe next week Percy will kill him but even then his opinion probably wouldn't change, wow.]

[hydrogenetic]

You think it's more likely they'll be better or worse a few weeks from now? [Can't believe Percy's gonna kill a full-ass twink.]

[givethemhell]

[It's an impressive resume-building addition!]

My inner optimist would love to say they'll be better! [His inner pessimist is still driving the Wei Wuxian bus though and he's still a salted potato chip over DEMONS.]

[hydrogenetic]

But what does the outer realist have to say? [Unless Wei Wuxian is also an outer optimist? He doesn't know his life.]

[givethemhell]

[The outer optimist is taking a nap right now, unfortunately.]

It says that based on the average experience of people here, things will get worse before they get better.

[He's not counting demons georg]

[hydrogenetic]

That's kind of my feeling, too. [The orange is tossed in the air.] ...we'll just have to keep an eye on people to make sure it doesn't get too bad.

[givethemhell]

[HE JUST GLANCES AROUND THE AREA... Yeah. Yeah, yeah, fair.]

Hah, it really does feel like a continuation without pause if I think of it like that.

[Like one long "gotta watch out for everyone else around me" babysitting bonanza.]

[hydrogenetic]

Some people are gonna feel trapped as it is. Do you know how many people I've caught throwing stuff at the windows? Way too many.