[At 9 PM on the dot, the network cuts out for all devices. Instead, a video plays on their devices and any nearby screens.]It is the Aim of the Wittgenstein Institution to study human nature and society building, while of this may include conflict and competition we tend to prefer metaphor to outright slaughter. However, as scientists, we are obligated to respond to the data we are given.
In response to heightened public anticipation and interest, we have suspended SCEN052478 -
Bring Me the Disco King in favor of a straightforward scenario based on world 627PAN -
The Hunger Games with some alterations for our organization and protections for minors.
The video then diverges.
Specimens at the compound get a video about the basic rules of the Hunger Games:
- 26 enter, 1 will leave.
- Individual squads can sponsor their tributes, sending them food, medical items, etc which they can earn money for by participation in events at the compound in their scenario specific clothing.
- Only squad council representatives and jurors can send sponsor gifts
- While they are not being punished for any mythic rebellion, many did play a role in the hysteria that led to this scenario. They owe it to their compatriots to watch and consider the impact of mass hysteria on social order in the future.
Specimens to go to the arena will receive a rundown of how the arena will work focusing in on:
- the mechanics of the Cornucopia (don't leave your plate before the timer goes off (with an audible ding) or you'll explode.).
- Your squads will be watching and
hopefully cheering for you. - This is the Hunger Games. You will not leave until only one tribute is left standing.
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