(A/N(Author's Note): Okay guys, it has been 3 WHOLE YEARS since I updated Total Drama Breakthrough and can I say what a crazy 3 years it has been. I have had a lot going on since then but I am finally back with a better writing style and a new drive to finish this story! If your character was in the first Total Drama Breakthrough story, I will be contacting you and asking if you would like a spot on here with the same character, or with a whole new one. I feel that is only fair for leaving you guys for so long. I will be back at the end, so in the meantime, please enjoy this new and improved prologue!)
The sun shone bright above sunny San Francisco, California as a man in his early 20s sat on a lounge chair sipping on a tropical martini. He was staying at The St. Regis Hotel trying to get away from the busy life he led, and the abhorrent amount of favors his associates just loved to ask him for. But now, wasn't the time for any of it. Now was a time of relaxation in his own personal serendipity. The light from the sun reflected in the bright blue waters of the pool, dancing across the surface only broken up by the other guests flowing in between its movements. The smell of chlorine tantalized the man's nostrils and he smiled with delight while taking another sip of the pineapple and coconut infused beverage.
He was a very attractive man, and these looks granted him a lot of perks in his life that made up for his arrogant, and almost intolerable personality. He had bright blonde hair that, for the moment, barely covered up his eyes which sparkled like emeralds; He had fair-skin that tinged his chiseled frame with a golden brown from his periodical sunbathing and a pronounced jawline that could cut steel. Two women looked on and whispered to each other like little school children about him.
"What a handsome man!" The brunette whispered to her perky ginger-haired friend. "Do you think I could go talk to him?"
"Oh my God, no! Do you know who that is? That's Jimmy Scozzi!" The ginger said, reprimanding her clueless friend.
He laughed as he sat up and looked towards the two women; He motioned for them to come over with a flick of his hand. Squealing, they got up and headed towards the famed Actor. He flipped his hair out of his face and flashed a killer smile that almost sent the Ginger-Haired girl toppling over in pure shock and excitement.
"This is The St. Regis Hotel, correct?" Jimmy said with a charming tone that was capable of seducing even the most cold-hearted of people.
"Y—Yes." The brunette said meekly. "My friend is a big fan of yours!"
"I saw you in Dastardly Deeds! You were beyond amazing! You're one of my heroes in fact." The Ginger exclaimed trying not to completely make a fool out of herself.
"Cute," Jimmy sharply stated. "But, I did not come here to be ogled by two girls who just can't mind their business. If you guys are going to talk about me, whether it be good or bad, I would prefer you do it somewhere where I can't see you. It's quite annoying in fact."
The girls were stunned. They had no idea what to say. Their Hero had been right in front of them and completely made a mockery of them at the same time. It was disheartening. It was utterly embarrassing and Jimmy Scozzi didn't feel a single thing. The Ginger girl apologized with tears welling up in her eyes and ran away.
"Jerk!" The brunette yelled, throwing her half-full glass of alcohol on him before running away.
"Are you kidding me?" Jimmy exclaimed. "You're lucky you two aren't worth my time, or I would sue!"
At that moment, Jimmy's phone rang as he sat back down on the lounge chair. A couple of the other guests looked at Jimmy disapprovingly before he flipped them a quick bird. He dug around into the pocket of the floral shorts he was wearing, now drenched with the pungent scent of alcohol. He pulled out his Smartphone and glanced at the caller ID: Barry White. Barry White had been his agent for several years now and helped him land some of his biggest roles on film and television. Nowadays, the bulbous man was more of a hassle then an actual help, and this reflected onto his film career. Jimmy had been struggling to find work, most people claiming his attitude to be too toxic to have around; and Barry was going to help Jimmy out of this rut. As of late, Jimmy had been working on a Children's Christian Show called: "Children's Church Time! Featuring Ken and Lacy Puppet!" The show, in all honesty, was going down the drain and it had never been something Jimmy had been fully invested in to begin with, seeing as though he wasn't a very religious person. But it was paying the bills in the meantime, and if he could afford more trips to St. Regis, Jimmy was happy. Barry, supposedly, would fix all his problems with this one phone call.
"Hello?" Jimmy answered as he took another sip of his martini. The yellow liquid was almost nearing the bottom so he ushered over the towel boy and pointed to his cup.
"Jimmy! Baby! There's my main guy! How are you enjoyin' this beautiful Saturday afternoon!" The obnoxious agent exclaimed, almost busting one of Jimmy's ear drums in the process.
"I swear to God Barry, if you yell like that one more time, I will ram my foot so far up your ass and smash your heart with my big toe!"
"Gosh kid… What happened to the Jimmy who used to be ecstatic when I had good news for him?"
"Years of disappointment my friend." The towel boy approached Jimmy with another drink and Jimmy grabbed it and took a quick sip. "Look, I am beyond ecstatic buddy, but you yelling and overall happy mood is going to piss me off…" Jimmy said, putting his drink down.
"Gotcha'. No, I understand completely." Barry sighed.
"Good. Now lay it on me." Jimmy asked while once more relaxing on the chair.
He looked down at his body to get a good look at his tan and finally, lifted his shorts. He had always wanted Lil' Jimmy to be a bit tanner, but getting nude anywhere but his home would be scandalous. Christian Actor, Jimmy Scozzi, exposes himself at hotel pool. The tabloids would be on fire.
"You know that one reality show that had a group of idiotic teenagers, competin' on an Island for 100,000$, Total Drama Island, I think it was." Barry explained.
Jimmy had recalled a show like it on air, but didn't take much stock in it. However, he knew Chris McLean had been the host with his gay ex-military lover as the Co-Host. Jimmy was even invited to the wedding they had shortly after the show was cancelled, but he couldn't make it in time. He had been too busy filming for Puppets.
A shame, Jimmy thought.
"Jimmy, buddy? You listenin' to me?" Barry interrupted.
"Yeah, I remember the show vaguely. Why?" The suspicion in Jimmy's voice was not all that genuine. In fact, he had already guessed what Barry was going to say next; he just needed to verify if he was correct in his line of thinking.
"Well bud, they're lookin' for another washed—I mean… Star-studded face to headline the show!" Barry exclaimed, shouting once more.
"Barry, the shouting!"
"Right… Sorry."
"Anyway, how much are they paying?" Jimmy asked as he looked down at his fingernails. It was about time to get them done again.
"10,000$ an episode. 27 episodes a season and a 10% increase for every season it stays on air." Barry explained, trying to hold back the excitement that wanted to burst out.
"I don't know about that one… It's not exactly in my price range…" Jimmy said haughtily.
"Jimmy, come on! Are you kiddin' me? The public will eat you up! And all you have to do is just sit there and look pretty!"
Jimmy thought about the offer for a while. It was an intriguing one, but also it was an ordeal. Babysitting a group of whiny and bratty teenagers was something he never saw himself doing. However, it sure beat the lame puppet show he was already pioneering. After a bit of thinking, Jimmy made up his mind. It had been decided.
"I'm not doing it." Jimmy said nonchalantly as he hung up on his shocked Agent.
He would be damned if he let himself be Chris McLean's replacement. Jimmy knew he was better than that and would never let Chris have that satisfaction. The word replacement and Jimmy didn't even belong in the same sentence, Jimmy thought. Jimmy ignored the buzzing noise coming from his pocket and continued to enjoy the sunshine illuminating his face and the chlorine tickling his nose. The answer was final. Someone else walked up to Jimmy as he put his sunglasses on, this time it was a man who looked to be in his early 20s as well.
"Um… Excuse me…" He said shyly, face beat red.
"You saw me putting on my sunglasses. Why the hell would you think it's okay to approach me?" Jimmy said, exasperated with the nuisances that continued to bother him on his day of relaxation.
"Well, I am a big fan. And I have this picture—"
"Everyone should know, that when Jimmy Scozzi puts on his sunglasses, Jimmy Scozzi doesn't want to be bothered. Please take a hike, I am not in the mood to sign anything you have."
The boy left. Another person Jimmy made cry that day. But this time, he felt like scum. Jimmy had realized what an asshole he had become and how this rut was intensifying that tenfold. He felt horrible and the feeling of feeling horrible was even worse. He was not one to show his emotions let alone let himself feel any emotions that would make him feel like crap. He knew that the only way of getting out of this rut and escaping these feelings of guilt was to be on top of the world again. And that started with Total Drama. He couldn't go another day at the studio for Puppets and this was his only way out of that hellhole.
"I've changed my mind! My God, I have changed my mind!" Jimmy exclaimed, his drink spilling everywhere.
"Mommy, what's wrong with that weirdo man?" A little boy said gripping his mother.
"Just ignore him Brandon… Washed-Up celebrities have these weird fits sometimes…" The Mother replied, comforting her child.
Scoffing, Jimmy picked up the phone and dialed Barry's number.
"I knew you'd come around baby! That's my Jimmy! I will have someone pick you up tomorrow morning. In the meantime, you need to pack up and think of some catchy catchphrases baby!" Barry chuckled as Jimmy hung up the phone.
"Chris McLean… Well, a new sheriff has arrived in town… Or should I say: Host With the Moist! Wait a minute—host with—Host of—Whatever! However the saying goes! Be prepared to be overshadowed!" Jimmy exclaimed letting out a maniacal laugh.
Jimmy exited the pool area with a newfound confidence that could shake the heavens. He was prepared to make his comeback and do it with style and grace. He would be the best host the Total Drama world had ever seen, and one thing kept repeating in his mind. Be prepared to be overshadowed… Chris McLean.
And there you have it! A little prologue of what's to come! I mainly did this to give you guys a preview of my writing style and introduce you to the new host. He is a bit of a scumbag but he does have a good heart. His name is Jimmy Scozzi and you will be introduced to a couple other characters throughout these small prologues as well. Now its time to get some things out of the way:
First of all: THIS IS A SYOC(Submit Your Own Character) story, I'm not entirely sure how the rules have changed in my absence but if this is a bother to some readers I am sorry, and this is why I will be only accepting Apps through PM. My goal for this story is to update at least once a week maybe shorter if the creative juices are flowing.
FOR THE PEOPLE WHO WERE IN THE ORIGINAL STORY! I want to apologize for leaving you guys but I had some complicated stuff happen in my life and Fanfiction was not my top priority. I loved the amazing feedback I got from you guys and I truly want you to know that your characters hold a special place in my heart. With that being said, If you have a character on here that you can remember please let me know. I will contact each one of you to check in. You will have the option of keeping your character the same or submitting a completely new one. IF YOU SUBMIT A NEW CHARACTER, they may not be accepted depending on the other Apps I get. To sum it up, Old Characters get priority while your new character will be fairly judged among the rest of the others who would like a chance to get in. Now, without further ado: THE RULES!
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