WEEK ZERO: WELCOME INTRO

[cluedin]

WELCOME

Even from behind your eyelids, the soft glowing light can be seen as you find yourself awakening. The slow swell of strings begins, and as you struggle to open your eyes, the sound of footsteps pass you by. You soon hear three feminine voices speak in unison.

"Master Blue wishes to welcome you all. We hope you enjoy your stay!"

Light temporarily blinds you as you look around, but the source of the voices has vanished. Whomever has greeted you seems to have disappeared without warning, leaving you all alone.

The music starts up and though no orchestra is present, the song can be heard all throughout the room. Crystal chandeliers hang above your head, and the waxed wooden floor gleams brightly. Floor to ceiling windows cover the back wall and a night sky full of stars twinkle back at you. The wall next to it, however, is covered by a thick crimson curtain. Those who attempt to move it will find they have little luck in their endeavor, but there are more pressing matters at hand.

Looking down you'll come to notice that you're wearing clothes that certainly aren't what you were previously wearing. You, and the guests around you, have been dressed appropriately in formal attire properly fitted for each individual.

Oh. That's right. Didn't we mention the other guests? Seated to your left, right, and across from you at the long banquet table are other people just like you. Perhaps it's a friend you know, though don't be surprised if it's a complete stranger. Each individual holds a blue and silver invitation with their name scrawled upon it, and a message to follow.

"Please respond to Master Blue's invitation at least one week prior to the event to secure your seat and accommodations.

This dinner is guaranteed to be an event to die for."

Strange, isn't it?

But rest assured! Nothing is stopping you from leaving the ballroom and exploring the other rooms of Master Blue's home. After all, you're an honored guest! It's with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that you're welcomed here tonight. Really, what's your hurry? It's not as though the front door will open for you. Don't bother with the windows either. They've all been locked tight to ensure you're all nice and cozy for your stay.

If you look under your seat, you'll find a special gift bag with your name on it. Opening these bags will reveal the following:

-A small spiral notebook
-A crayon in a specific shade of blue
-Three different candles
-A brass key (Design May Vary.)
-This cute toy

A welcome gift from the Master, of course.

Take some time to admire the decor, if you will. The house has been decorated for this special holiday with chains of paper hearts, miniature golden cupid statues, and confetti that rains down from the ceiling on occasion. Perhaps you'll get lucky tonight with love in the air, especially since Cupid's arrow seems to aim for you no matter where you go. For those of you who don't wish to partake in the lavish feast spread out in the ballroom, you're in luck. Boxes of chocolate and bowls of candy hearts can be found for all your snacking needs.

As the unseen orchestra plays on, it seems as though you've no choice but to get to know your fellow guests and make yourselves comfortable. Perhaps if you wait long enough, someone will come to greet you.

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Comments

[seasiren]

I admit, a word of thanks will be low on my list of priorities.

[Said with a smile, and casually moving some hair behind her shoulder]

Though this is preferable to being killed outright.

[soba]

What's the point in killing us right away?

[ ... ]

Oh. Black market, maybe. Maybe some weird pervert thing considering how much work they went into this.

[seasiren]

Not only the amount of work, but the amount of money, as well. A kidnapping this large would cost quite a fortune.

[Humming quietly, placing a hand to her chin]

Do you remember anything before waking up?

[soba]

... I remember what I was doing. But not falling asleep or getting knocked out or anything.

It doesn't feel like I can't remember something that happened in between.

[seasiren]

Then we're alike in that manner. I'd wager it's a similar experience for most of the master's guests.

[Frowning lightly]

How troublesome... it means we can't trust our own memories to help us out.

[soba]

You got that letter, right? About some event we have to RSVP for?

[ but, you know

no explanation on how to or anything ]

[seasiren]

I did.

And wonder what fate awaits those of us who forget to do so. Or if we even have a choice.

[soba]

Does it mean that we won't meet whoever this master is for another week?

[ a week, objectively, isn't that long

but it is definitely too long to be here ]

[seasiren]

That is what the message implied.

[Which whips back to her previous theory that this place is well stocked for a reason. They're not meant to die... not yet, at least]

What a shame. I was rather busy before I came here.

[soba]

So was I.

Did you rob you too?

[ also like, change your clothes, which is weird ]

[seasiren]

Yes, well... I am wearing something a little more extravagant than what I remember. And am missing a few items of great importance.

[So she says, but only sounds mildly put out by the fact]

[soba]

I am too.

Although the question there is, did they bring our stuff here or was it all left where we were?