Act I | Video

[onewhostays]

[When the video begins, Shion is peering straight into the camera, but he sounds distracted.]

I thought they were lying about this place to the people who have been brought here, but after looking around I'm starting to doubt that's the case.

Anyway, hi. I'm Shion. It's nice to meet you. [He smiles cheerfully. Nezumi said they should scope out the place, so that's what he's working on doing. Okay moving on.]

I'd like to ask a few questions to anyone who is willing to answer them. Since most of us are from different worlds, I'd be interested to hear how similar or dissimilar this world is from the ones we're from. If this has been going on for an undetermined amount of time, I'm sure there are already people looking into how this world works, but I'd be interested in doing the same and seeing what we've learned so far. It might be safer for some of you, depending on the state of your world, but there are probably others eager to go home. As safe as it may seem, we've still been brought here against our will.

I guess I should get a job at some point too, huh? I could do that separately from the other work...

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[onewhostays]

The holidays we have on Earth vary by city. What's the level of technology on your world?

[youfool]

About the same as in Genessia City proper; actually, you have a point there. I'm thinking of "Mother's Day", which was recognized in the newspaper midway through the year. Hmm, now I need to see how many other nations supported that, historically.

*Takes book out of bag, flips. Feel free to ditch him and his weird tangent any time*

"Oh, that was more worldwide than I thought! On May 2nd, in quite a few Earth countries. Yes, now I'm certain. One of us is certainly copying the other."

[onewhostays]

Mn, that's one we celebrated in Number 6. It could be pretty popular. [He smiles politely, feeling a small pang when he wonders how his mother is doing. As long as she's safe...]

If this has been going on for a while, it might be possible that Genessia was either influenced passively by other worlds, or they intentionally modified it to give those kidnapped a sense of familiarity. But we can't just assume that because we share some holidays in common.

Do you know how much research is being done on the city?

[youfool]

As much as one can, given the widespread secrecy of it all. I know Weiss, that girl you saw in the hologram, has put aside a branch of her company towards that department. But then, as far as I know, they haven't made any progress lately. It rather seems to be something that'll unveil with time. Until then, we're left to enjoy the ride.

Oh! I have come across a few bits, here and there, but you'll have to take them on faith. One is that this world's protection is of paramount importance. It's dome is actually a barrier against evil spirits. Don't be alarmed! They haven't pierced it in some time. So, if at all possible, spare it any destructive impulses.

What else...well, I remember hearing the selection process for new victims isn't random. Something about...compatibility? I know those who aren't compatible tend to vanish like a fairy.

The rest is a cipher, which I'm sure I'll have particular joy cracking.