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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[miscakes]

option a: arrival.

[See Akechi. See Akechi wearing a suit. See Akechi, gently holding up a cute toy between his index finger and thumb. He has his gift bag in his lap, and his invitation in his other hand. Glancing between it and the knife:]

"An event to die for," haha... That's— That's quite the choice of words.

[Hey Master Blue, what the fuck.]

option b:

[Either in the ballroom or somewhere else around the building, Akechi will approach whoever he happens to spot with a polite smile.]

... Pardon me, but if I may have a moment of your time? I'd like to hear your thoughts about our current situation.

option c: this is ty's fault

[So. Like.



If anyone happens to be wandering past the stairs that will, one day, lead down — they might want to watch out. Because this dumbass is going to walk right into the invisible barrier and bounce off it. Is he going to land on the floor or is someone about to become his cushion? The choice is in your hands.]

wildcard.

[Remix one of the above scenarios or come up with your own! You can hmu via plurk or discord if you want to hash something out.]

option c - 1/????

[dressupqueen]

[Unfortunately, Akechi is not alone when he bounces off that invisible barrier. Nikki is not too far away, and as he bounces back, she's just stepping forward - but he hits her, and she stumbles back with a gasp.]

Oh, my—!

[Also unfortunately, she's not the only one behind him, either...]

[swordflash]

[Zenitsu is all too eager to quit this place and has just begun to follow the pretty girl in front of him when some guy knocks into her. How awful! Instinctively he reaches out to catch her, only for his good intentions to go wrong when he gets thrown back from the collision with an undignified grunt.]

[oathic]

[well then]

Whoa, whoa—!

[babo kim too is a kind soul who tries to catch them, except he doesn't have his normal strength and there sure are multiple people being bounced back, so...]

c.

[shortfornow]

[ Maybe he'll catch him?

Just kidding. He steps out of the way immediately and just watches him eat floor. ]

Whoa. Impressive. Maybe if you try it again a couple more times it'll work?

[miscakes]

[Wow!!!

He's giving him a withering look, picking his sorry butt off the ground before responding.]

No, I don't think I will. [BINCH.] But if you're curious, you're welcome to try it yourself.

[shortfornow]

Oh~ But it looked like you were enjoying yourself. [ :D ] I think I'm satisfied after seeing your face.

b.

[biggestbitch]

[Four nods politely, looking equal parts worried and confused.]

Of course, although I'm not sure I'll have much to offer... I find it worrying that we all seem to have arrived here with no recollection as to how. It's all rather confusing. With seemingly nothing to do but wander about the mansion as well, I'm rather frustrated.

[miscakes]

As do I. I was hoping someone would recall responding to this invitation, but it seems we're all in the same boat. How troubling...

[It's fine? It's fine. He taps his chin, trailing off for a moment before suddenly realizing something.]

Ah— But where are my manners? My name is Akechi. And you are?

[biggestbitch]

My name is Four. It's a pleasure to meet you, Akechi... [She offers a small smile, but it's a bit of a grimace too.] Although I certainly wish the circumstances were different. If anyone does have any idea of how we arrived, I hope they speak up soon.

b. 1/2

[survivaltricks]

[Akechi can't really be blamed for not recognizing Akira straight off the bat, because he is still dressed in this get up. but guess who recognizes Akechi straight away?]

[THIS GUY DOES]

[so I hope Akechi wasn't expecting an immediate answer as Akira sort of. . . tips the hat up to stare, mouth falling open, then sliding shut again]

[survivaltricks]

-- only if you don't come back four seconds.

[aaaaand after all that silence and all that staring, that's what Akira says]

[in the blandest tone he can manage]

[. . .]

[GOOD JOB AKIRA]

closes my eyes so hard they transport to another dimension

[miscakes]

[Oh.

Hm.

Akira is going to watch as the polite smile just sliiiides right off Akechi's face, his expression going blank as he opens his mouth. Closes it.

Opens it again.











And then he fucking throttles him.

Bitch.]

b, once he's not being crushed in a chain of fail

[voidbreaker]

Sure. It sounds like a lot of sketchy bullshit.

[ amazing start, i'm looking forward to their bright future and brilliant friendship. ash doesn't really even slow down as he walks past.]

[miscakes]

[Uh.

WALKS AFTER HIM??]

I'm sorry, perhaps I wasn't clear enough? [SLOW DOWN, BINCH.] I wish to have a conversation with you.

b

[constellates]

[sure she's cool with it

she looks like she's about to nod - before she looks a little sheepish]

Да, но... Um, I would like to help.

But I do not know if I speak good enough to...?

[the russian accent is thicc]

[miscakes]

[RUSSIAN... His smile just intensifies, sympathetically. Isn't he so polite? Gosh.]

It's quite alright. If you're willing speak, then I will do my best to listen.

b

[seasiren]

But of course. I'm also interested to hear your thoughts as well, if you permit me.

[Mirroring his smile and delicately draping some of her hair over her shoulder]

[miscakes]

Of course. It would be remiss of me not to offer my own thoughts in return, as long as you're willing to hear them.

[Whatever those thoughts currently are, anyway, considering??? What the fuck is going on.]

My name is Akechi. And you are...?

after the "conga" line

[hamaoned]

[ so, you know, there is nothing wrong with being a kid who likes to observe before throwing themselves into things. or more like—wow am i glad that i missed this train wreck.

as a small condolence, ken will approach him once he's better(citation needed). ]

Guess we won't be going up there anytime soon. [ astute observation. ] Are you okay?

[ or is it just his pride... ]

[miscakes]

[His pride has suffered a critical hit and it will never recover... Goodbye.

He can still fake it, though. So Ken gets a polite smile even as Akechi promptly dies on the inside. Free him from this flesh prison.]

I'm quite alright, thank you. [Pleasantly! And then he glances at the stairs with a sigh.] Though, I can't say I was expecting that. To think there would be some sort of invisible barrier...

b

[brokethefirst]

[Luna can be found seated in the observatory, her skirt finally under as much control as possible so god knows she's just gonna stay put for a bit. Her attention draws from the flowers up to Akechi with a blink of surprise.]

O-oh, um... of course.

If you're looking for information, I'm afraid I don't know anything more than anyone else. But I don't mind answering questions.

[miscakes]

That's quite alright. It may sound unbelievable, but you might know more than you think.

[Probably. He pauses, though, almost as if suddenly remembering something.]

... Oh! But where are my manners? My name is Akechi. And you are?

c.

[burningrescue]

[Catching him? In his manly firefighter arms?]

Hey, nice idea! That looks like a blast!

[miscakes]

[OOOH MISTER THYMOS OOOH SWOON.............

For realsies, though. He wasn't expecting to be caught so there's a moment where he just. Awkwardly stares at Galos. Flabbergasted.]

... Ahaha, thank you. But that wasn't what I intended at all. [...] You can let go of me now.