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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Comments

[getdrekt]

[...]

And how many demons?

[swordflash]

Every time I run into one, it somehow goes away on its own.

[He could shudder from the memories alone.]

[getdrekt]

..."goes away on its own", or you let it go away?

[swordflash]

[In this case, aren't those two the same thing? It looks bad, either way.]

I, I let it go, okay? But it was beyond me! Even if I wanted to, I couldn't beat it. Anyway, my assignment finished after that, so they didn't need me for it anymore.

[getdrekt]

Pathetic. You're not a demon slayer, you're a demon flee-er

[OWNED]

[swordflash]

So what if I am? Not every demon slayer kills demons, you know—like the cleanup crew! If you have ten slayers on one demon, not everyone's going to get to claim they slayed that demon!

[Neither of this is applicable to him, but it's true.]

[getdrekt]

It seems your demon slayer group is quite inefficient, if they can't even slay one demon with on slayer!

[swordflash]

Some demons are just too strong for one slayer to handle, you know! Because they get stronger for every person they eat!

[getdrekt]

Then each slayer should be strong enough to slay demons!

[THIS SEEMS LOGICAL!!!! how are the demons winning!!]

Aren't you required to show proof of demon slaying to continue to use such a title?

[swordflash]

[There are ranks, Asch!!]

No? We get our assignments and we do them. Like I said, not everyone slays demons!

[getdrekt]

[ok but is his "demon slayer in potentia" or]

Then perhaps they made a mistake when they assigned yours.

[swordflash]

[Bully.

That cold expression is deeply intimidating. Naturally, this means Zenitsu has to throw himself at Asch.]

Stop looking at me like that! I've told you already—even though I passed Final Selection on luck, I'm still doing what I can!

[getdrekt]

[this cold look is all he's got, kiddo. geddoff!!!!]

Prove it to me.

If you can kill a demon, or some equivalent here, I'll believe you.

[swordflash]

[No!!]

I can't. I don't even have my sword. I'll die!

[getdrekt]

Then find one, or make one, and prepare yourself. Prove it to me, or you'll die here anyway!

Do you really think a place that forcibly kidnapped us is going to let us leave alive?

[swordflash]

On second thought, you look like you're strong. How about you protect us and we can all get out alive together? That sounds like a reasonable solution, doesn't it? Let's go with that. Please! Keep me safe!

[getdrekt]

[...........]

You realize I don't have a weapon, either?

[swordflash]

You don't need a weapon to be strong. Even without one, you must be strong. I know you are! So don't let us down now, all right?

[getdrekt]

[...???

DID HE JUST GET CONNED INTO DEFENDING THE MANOR???]

Wha--? No!

You're-- ugh!

[Talked well into a circle, and confused himself, he literally is just leaving.

Over his shoulder:] Do whatever you want!