week one: mingle

[getawaymods]

WEEK ONE

The sun rises on your third day on the island. The hours have passed almost seamlessly since your arrival, though it's difficult to say what time it truly is. The previously roaring sea has calmed to gentle, rocking waves and the weather is prime for taking a swim. Have you settled into your camps? Made a few friends? Perhaps now is the time to meet and greet those you haven't spoken to yet...it's not as if you'll be going anywhere anytime soon.

Regardless of how you spend your morning, as the sun reaches the highest point in the sky all will begin to hear a low, deep thrumming sort of sound. The humming slowly turns into ringing, a drawn-out signal that grows louder and louder until it seems as though all other sounds on the island fall to a hush.

It's then all will hear an unidentifiable voice:

"Welcome aboard. Your arrival is no mistake, and your will is your own. All of you have been brought to this island to partake in an ancient ritual. No more than ten of your own may leave this island alive; eleven of you must be prepared and offered as sacrifices to ensure the survival of these ten. If you run out of time, the outcome for all will be dire. You have two weeks' time before all shall be lost."

Just as quickly as it came, the announcement comes to a close. No matter how hard one searches the island, it will be impossible to locate the source of the announcement. But don't let that stop you. Maybe it's time for a deeper exploration? Make the best of your daylight hours.

After all...when the night falls, things may be a little different. Watch your backs, everyone.

OOC NOTES

Welcome to week one! Congratulations on surviving the weekend, we're excited to get the game rolling!

At this time, characters are now free to further explore the island! All comments will be screened, but please be as thorough as possible in your requests.

On Wednesday, your modteam will post A THING that will impact all in-game. Stay tuned, and perhaps it's best to set your prompts for Monday and Tuesday...

...speaking of prompts, please specify if your prompts are in the day or during the night on this mingle! This may be in your header, or you may specify in your comment itself. There may be a fun surprise or two waiting for you.

And finally, please be sure to submit any weekend PCs to the appropriate subthread on the PC page, and please be sure to submit week one PCs as they're created! If you have not mass added everyone, please be sure to do so.

Please feel free to ask questions in the question channel on Discord, or you may DM Britt & Ty privately. We will also have announcements regarding curfew and body announcement on Thursday and Friday. Thank you, and have fun!

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Comments

flashlight man

[machinetranslation]

Such rituals are performed in some cultures, often for religious purposes, agricultural festivals, and the like. Personally, I find it all somewhat distasteful.

Not to worry though, sir, I'm certain that whatever the case may be it only concerns the residents of this island.

[oh wait]

Unless, that is, you are a resident of this island yourself?

does whatever a flashlight can

[overruns]

[ While part of his role as nobility to keep an open heart and mind to new ideas, he's going to have to draw the line at stranding a bunch of people on a cursed murder island.

But speaking of nobility, this armored fellow speaks in a familiar way—polite, almost excessively so—which helps Dimitri get over the..... the rest of him, a bit. He speaks firmly now, as is proper of his station. ]

No, I was swept here in the recent tides, only a few days ago. But even if I were not affected, surely we cannot turn a blind eye to this.

[machinetranslation]

[we....can't?? thinks Threepio, but does not say because this man seems to be of some kind of higher position so he's probably right]

I see, sir. Well, I imagine interfering could be quite dangerous. I would know, having seen my share of [foolhardy] brave warriors cast themselves into the middle of such proceedings.

Pardon the presumption, but you are a warrior of some sort, are you not, sir? You have the look about you, if you don't mind my saying so.

[overruns]

[ They were already in danger—have been since they nearly drowned upon arrival. What's a little more risk? He doesn't seem discouraged. ]

Something like that, yes. [ hm. ] I took you for one as well, unless all that armor is for show.

[machinetranslation]

[Threepio seems genuinely confused.]

Armor?

Oh, perhaps you mean my plating? While it is made of a similar material to some combat armors, I can assure you it has no such purpose. [he shakes his head dismissively at the silly thought of him in combat] No, my primary function lies in protocol and etiquette.

[!]

Oh dear, with that sudden broadcast I've completely forgotten myself. I am C-3PO, Human-Cyborg Relations. At your service, sir, should you require me for any non-combat purposes.

[overruns]

[ cyborg... okay.......... he has no idea what that is, obvious from the loft of his brow. he is used to this sort of attitude, though, and equally used to gently turning down such services. ]

That won't be necessary, C-3PO. We are all peers here.

[ it is an odd name for an odd person(?), but he still answers with a brief, respectful bow, hand to heart. ] My name is Dimitri Alexandre Blaiddyd. [ ... ] I'm afraid I'm not of much use besides combat—so we are rather well-suited for each other, I think.

[machinetranslation]

I am glad to hear you say so, and it is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, Master Blaiddyd. [He gives his own polite bow in return.]

What is it you intend to do next, sir? There are not many I've come across here that are as suited to combat as you seem to be, and I don't believe this island is entirely safe.

[overruns]

[ please buddy what did he just say ] Just 'Dimitri' is fine.

[ But he looks thoughtful for a moment, some storm brewing behind his expression. ]

What I would like is to find whoever may be responsible for instigating this and mete out justice. [ He sighs. Waves a hand, aggravated. ] However, while we search for answers, I think it best to look after each other and attend to everyone's needs... as you say, it may not be safe for us here.

[machinetranslation]

Of course, Master Dimitri. [a small head nod of acknowledgement because he definitely understood what he meant]

A most noble proposition, sir. [no rushing to interrupt dangerous rituals!] Is there possibly another encampment at which you're posted? I don't believe I've seen you at the waterfall camp, but in such a situation it may be best to bring everyone together.