WEEK ZERO WELCOME MINGLE - OVERFLOW, YOU MONSTERS

[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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Nia

[burningrescue]

Good. If there's one thing I, ultimate firefighter and big bro type Galo Thymos, can teach you, it's that. Never play around with fire, because it's dangerous. Always keep batteries in your smoke alarm. And if you do start a fire, don't panic. Call the professionals and head to safety.

[I can't believe he didn't even get to find out she lives on a mech because of this Smokey the Bear bullshit.]

[gardens]

[ Nia doesn't know what a smoke alarm is, but the 'asking what that is' shtick is getting old so she just. Nods... Sure...

She mulls this over for a moment, because. It's not like she had genuinely thought he was Kamina, but. He looked like the carvings she's seen of him; it was like word association. Maybe the 'big bro' type of person always just looks

Like That? Yeah, okay. Nia has this figured out. ]

... But fire can be necessary, too.

[burningrescue]

Uh. Well, yeah, sure. In a controlled and safe situation! Like, cooking, right?

[Honestly, he just hasn't questioned her calling him big bro at all and assumes it's just because he has that vibe.]

[gardens]

Yes, that too!

But in combat, firepower is necessary to take down the enemies!

[burningrescue]

Oho!

[He laughs at that, since it was unexpected, but he appreciates it.]

You know a lot about combat, do ya? What kinda enemies are we talkin'?

[gardens]

I don't fight myself, but we of the Dai-Gurren-Dan are working to defeat the Gunmen!

[burningrescue]

[Oh. Hmm. His interest in someone else's life story is piqued.]

What the hell's the Dai Gurren Dan? Sounds cool!

[gardens]

Um...

[ Nia is not good at explaining things. ]

A group of humans. Many of them have stolen their own Gunmen so that they may fight and live on the surface.

[burningrescue]

Whoa! Must be in another country or something...

That’s cool! What’s a gunmen?

[gardens]

Gunmen are...

[ Hmm, what do people call them? ]

Big mecha!

[burningrescue]

Oh! Okay, I get it! Hell yeah!

[He's definitely into it.]

Okay. Well, I approve fire power if it's contained in a mecha and you need to use it to fight another one. That's 100% an approved use.

[Is it...]

[gardens]

Thank goodness! I would not want to disappoint a hero.

[burningrescue]

Aww, geez.

[Rubbing the back of his head, pleased and faux-modest. She's so goddamn cute.]

Well, don't worry about it. We're all good in my book.