Disclaimer: I do not own Total Drama.

Note: As promised, the next chapter! I do not know why, but for some reason Letter Starz seems easier to write than Tween Tour. Maybe because I know the characters so well and an AS builds on previously established material? It gives me hope for my future All Star seasons. This chapter went by quickly in terms of writing (only started it three days ago) so hopefully I can get part two of the episode done by next Sunday. After that, it'll be TT until it ends. Just a heads up. Oh yeah, and RR is coming along AMAZINGLY. Best season ever! For the first time ever, I'd legit me happy if the bad guys won. Honestly, I only dislike the Daters, and even then it's just Stephanie I dislike. Ryan is cool. Bring on the last few eps! But before that, I bring you the next TDL3 chapter!

All hail kind Sandy McCastles!


Darkness had long since descended on Wawanakwa. It was a calm night and the only sounds other than the waves lapping the shore were the quiet chirps of crickets. High in protein, low in taste. Yum. Xaria and Winnie stood on the Dock of Shame to give the recap, and Winnie was smiling.

"I love the sounds of waves and crickets. Aren't they relaxing?" Beamed Winnie.

Xaria opened her mouth to respond but Winnie interrupted her.

"You were going to say something negative, weren't you?" Pouted Winnie.

"Um … yes?" Said Xaria, shrugging.

"Well, don't. We want this to be a nice season." Insisted Winnie.

"Hard to desire that when the campers hate me." Frowned Xaria.

Winnie paused, and turned her focus to Xaria.

"Um, what do you mean?" Asked Winnie curiously.

"I'll tell you later. You can start us off tonight." Stated Xaria.

"With pleasure." Smiled Winnie.

The cat lover threw up her arms and let out a meow of cheer.

"Welcome back to Total Drama Letter Starz! We're four episodes in and the fun has only just begun! The campers agree, as they just keep finding fun things to talk about. Bishop played on a gold plated 3DS, Spider gave Irene some medical advice, Hector refuses to waste any time in the naughty tricks department, Uzuri made a new friend with an intern, Quana found a Super Star which ended up wasted, and Sasha almost had a run in with Kim! Gee wiz, all this stuff is making my head spin! Meow!" Exclaimed Winnie giddily.

"Whoa there partner. Don't go crazy." Drawled Xaria.

"Same to you, buddy." Teased Winnie.

"I'm not your buddy, guy." Pouted Xaria. "Alliances are forming, such as Bishop's deal with Alice and Quarla, Tabitha led the girls on her team, Eddie is playing all sides and looking damn good doing it, and … Wallace and Raven, need I even speak of how nuts that match up is going to be?"

"It'd be nice if you did." Confirmed Winnie.

Xaria paused, and roll her eyes.

"The challenge was simple. Dig up a skeleton, run through a car wash of falling vegetable gunk and then correctly answer the question that came with the skeleton. What fun, yippee kai yay. Secrets got revealed and emotions got high, but what mattered was a high score, which was achieved by the Golden Hawks and Bronze Tigers. Thus for the second time in a row, the Silver Swordfish had to vote somebody off. And none of those fish wanted to be deboned."

"That was a good metaphor." Clapped Winnie. "Um … oh! So, Tabitha targeted Hector. Hector felt it was VayVay's time to go, and … those two were the only targets, really. But thanks to Eddie, or maybe no thanks to Eddie, VayVay cast a hinky vote and become a pop sickle."

"I figured she'd not be a two time champion." Admitted Xaria. "What say you? She was your friend right?"

"She was. I must say, I am glad Chris is doing the elimination ceremonies. My poor heart wouldn't be able to take such coldness." Mumbled Winnie. "VayVay is always chill but … doh, I made a pun! I didn't wanna make a pun!"

Xaria smirked a little bit.

"Twenty four campers are left and all of them have something to bring, though some are clearly faster to bring it than others. But, all the same, nobody will go without lines, I am sure. So, will Alice find somebody to talk to that she does not hate? Will Zed's farm skills help him in any way whatsoever? With her flirt shtick thankfully dead and buried, will Uzuri get a new gimmick? I pray she won't. Will Yessica show why she deserves to be called a Letter Star? Will Wallace succeed in making me laugh? No. Oh, and who will be the third person voted out? I have my guesses, but find out for sure right here, right now, on Total Drama: Letter Starz!"


(Theme Song, I Wanna Be Famous)


"And cut." Said the camera man. "So, um, you feeling ok Xaria?"

The camera man out a muscular arm on Xaria's petite shoulder. For those not in the know, the camera man was Oscar, Xaria's boyfriend.

"I'll tell you back at the intern building." Replied Xaria. "Let's plane."

"Jet." Stated Winnie.

"Oh, whatever." Pouted Xaria.

Winnie just giggled.


(Golden Hawks' Cabin- Girls' Side)


"C'mon baby, give me the tractor..." Mumbled Irene in her sleep.

Alice rolled her eyes at this weird sounding dream.

"What drivel." Frowned Alice.

"Dreams do not have to make sense." Stated Helen. "The excitement is why I do not dream."

"… Wait, how is that possible?" Asked Alice, looking confused.

"Some people don't dream. I've read up on it when I stole a nerd's schoolbag." Stated Quarla, shrugging.

"Are you implying I do not know something?!" Growled Alice. "Are you implying I am stupid?!"

"Um … no? Calm your bitch tits, I was just making a statement." Scoffed Quarla.

"… Fine, I'll let it slide." Muttered Alice, crossing her arms.

"… Say, if you read a nerd's book, does that not, by definition, make you a nerd?" Asked Helen.

Quarla got out of her bed and went up very close to Helen.

"Say that again. I dare you..." Leered Quarla.

"Dares are too exciting, and so is feeling fear. Also, take a breath mint." Droned Helen, not looking remotely scared.

Quarla spat in Helen's face, looking annoyed. Helen did not even blink from the impact.

"… Freak." Muttered Quarla as she got back into her bed. "She's a weird one, right Alice?"

"If she does not vote for me, I do not care how weird she is." Stated Alice. "She at least can compete. The fact Irene cannot is why I'll vote for her if we lose."

"Voting the fag, huh? Eh, why not." Shrugged Quarla.

"You act tough to hide how weak you truly feel, and that makes me almost smile." Stated Helen.

Quarla froze and Alice covered herself up.

"Night-night." Gulped Alice as she quickly lay down, bracing herself.

"You have some nerve." Grunted Quarla.

Quarla smirked.

"I like that. If you were more aggressive, I'd hang with you." Said Quarla, running a hand through her hair.

Helen just lay down and looked at the underside of Alice's bunk.

"… Is it safe to come out yet?" Asked Alice from under her bedsheets.

"Yeah. Nobody died." Assured Quarla.

"Yet." Stated Helen.

"… I'll stay under here, just for a little longer." Murmured Alice.


(Confessional: Does the fact Quarla did not murder Helen count as character development?)

Alice: I was not scared. I just didn't want any bloody debris hitting me. Since Quarla is both my team mate and ally, I'll need to watch myself around her. She sure is something…

Irene: I got a great sleep last night. Next challenge, I am ready bring it! I'll win us immunity, and shove it in Quarla's face a little. She better not think I've not noticed her looking at me in distaste.


(Golden Hawks' Cabin- Boys' Side)


"Yikes, those girls are loud..." Gulped Spider.

The rest of the guys nodded in agreement.

"You'd think you'd be used to noise given you date Quana. She is singer, right?" Inquired Bishop.

"She's more of a soft pop girl, not a singer of something like butt metal." Stated Spider.

"But she do got a booty." Winked Barney.

"Barney!" Whined Spider.

"What? I'm single and ready to mingle." Winked Barney.

"Yeah, but Quana isn't." Added Zed, frowning. "She ain't your buddy, guy."

"But you're not her guy, friend." Reminded Barney.

"And you're not her friend, pal." Added Spider, smirking.

Bishop groaned.

"Is this what we are reduced to? South Park jokes?" Asked Bishop dully. "Spider, I thought you'd be better than that. Like me, you are wealthy and of the financial elite of this island."

"With great wealth comes great responsibility. Um, right? I just try to be myself. You know, charity here and there, and stuff." Murmured Spider. "I attended a gathering once but … it didn't end well. Stage fright is killer..."

"… You give to charity?" Asked Bishop, visibly shuddering. "And you don't show off at events? Oh, lordy, please tell me you at least bath in your money!"

"… Wait, is that actually a thing?" Asked Spider, looking confused.

Bishop grimaced.

"And so it falls to me to show the viewers how the rich and the handsome live." Sighed Bishop, looking depressed.

"I think the phrase is the rich and the ugly." Stated Zed. "And, given your nose."

"Oh, p*ss off hillbilly." Scoffed Bishop. "Screw this noise, I'm going to sleep."

And with that, Bishop lay down and said no more. Soon enough Barney spoke up.

"So … think Bishop would be ok with me putting the moves on Alice?" Asked Barney. "Last thing I want is a love triangle before episode ten."

"We are not together!" Barked Bishop.

"YEAH!" Added Alice from the other side of the wall.

"… I didn't hear a no." Giggled Barney.

"Partner, I think you're on the rebound." Said Zed patiently. "Why not just fly single for a bit? I mean, Hector is single and doing fine."

"Yeah, I know, but … Alice has dat booty. Besides, I think she's a sweetie inside. Just gotta crazk that walnut open, you know?" Said Barney, before closing his eyes. "And as a wise man once said, beyond every hard shell is a gooey centre."

"Who said that?" Asked Spider curiously.

"A French guy at school." Stated Barney.

Spider turned mildly green.

"Yeah, I need some fresh air." Said Spider as he left the room. "This is why I do not do guy's night in back home."

"I hear ya, partner." Agreed Zed.

"… Too much? Yeah, maybe I should tone it down a little." Admitted Barney. "Just trying to … fill the void."

"If you were rich like me you could fill that void with money." Smirked Bishop.

"Money cannot fix a heart." Said Barney wisely.

"Actually, it can, for the high price of thousand of dollars beyond your wallet capacity." Stated Bishop.

"This is a mad house." Sighed Zed.


(Confessional: Less chemistry than in a desecrated science lab.)

Bishop: Everything I said was true, of course, but I am playing it up a little so they do not suspect my well financed strategic game. After all, it'll be easier to eliminate them if they do not suspect me.

Barney: … Do you think we'd all get along better if we had a couple bags of chips and a six pack of fine beer? I'll have to experiment with that. But, foremost … could Barlice become a thing? You see … I'm trying to move on on Lavender and, well, opposite attract sooooo … could be worth a go.


(Silver Swordfish Cabin- Girls' Side)


Uzuri was absent from the cabin, and with VayVay and Lavender eliminated this meant that Eleanor and Tabitha were by themselves.

"I'm gonna miss VayVay; she was a fun gal. Right now, fun is exactly what me and Jimmy need. I want to enjoy the fact I am in an all star season … I feel selfish I'm not enjoying it, but … with looking after Jimmy being my priority, I just feel so anxious. I need a good laugh." Sighed Eleanor. "Is is wrong of me to wish Jimmy would cheer up a little? I can't help but feel that it is."

"It's not wrong. It's normal. You're young, so having so much responsibility on your shoulders is a lot to take in." Said Tabitha gently. "Is there any way I can help?"

"I dunno. I'm not sure if you'd be able to make me laugh and giggle." Admitted Eleanor.

Tabitha huffed.

"Hey, I am totally funny! I once did a stand up routine in a talent show and came second! Sure, I got thrashed, but I was funny, dammit!" Pouted Tabitha.

Eleanor winced, but also cracked a smile.

"See, I can be funny; self deprecation, gets 'em every time." Winked Tabitha.

"Thanks. But, really, I need to find a way to make Jimmy happy while I'm not there for him. I love him so much … but I simply can't carry him by myself. It's too much responsibility … and I can't just rely on others to cheer him up in case they set him off by accident. No, I need to figure out how to make him smile … and you know what, I think I just came up with an idea." Declared Eleanor with a clap of her hands. "I'll be back in a few hours, bed time be damned, so I'll see you later Tabitha."

"Take care." Nodded Tabitha.

"Let's just hope I don't get myself lost. I may be a scout, but I was always a flop at compass reading. I swear, the Earth's magnetic poles were out to get me!" Exclaimed Eleanor.

And with that, Eleanor left the cabin.


(Confessional: I take it she does not like pole dancing either?)

Eleanor: With Eddie looking out for us, and Tabitha not going to vote for me or Jimmy … I think I have enough security to focus on helping Jimmy and, well, bringing back at least a little of the smile I fell madly in love with. What happened was awful, so sad … but Jimmy can't be sad forever. There's gotta be a way to help him move on … and I think it'll involve me.


(Silver Swordfish Cabin- Boys' Side)


Jimmy had left with Eleanor a few minutes ago which left the other three boys by themselves in the cabin. Eddie was reading through a detective novel while Lankston looked deep in thought on his bed. Hector meanwhile lightly frowned.

"… Could somebody explain why I was in the bottom two? What logic did anybody have to cast a vote of contempt towards my own person. I tried my all round hardest and in no way fell short." Frowned Hector. "What was I lacking?"

"Well … challenge skill, personality, a short that makes sense, abs, a copy of Nintendo World Championships, a Russian accent..." Listed Eddie. "Need more?"

"I got it." Muttered Hector. "I get it, I'm not super fit, but neither is Jimmy and he got no votes."

"Maybe you're a threat? I dunno. I'm just the air headed ex-detective." Reminded Eddie. "Some would call being nearly voted off a compliment."

"Amazingly, I did not see it as such." Drawled Hector. "I may like the number twenty five, but placing twenty fifth out of twenty six … that would have been humiliating."

"Oh don't worry too much, it's only reality TV. People will forget in a few years tops. I mean, I hardly remember Alice's elimination last season." Assured Eddie cheerfully.

"The fact you just mentioned it proves you clearly remember it well." Grumbled Hector.

"How could I not? It was the first elimination I attended." Smirked Eddie.

"… You're mocking me, aren't you?" Said Hector, looking annoyed.

"… Maybe." Said Eddie shiftily. "Just trying to have some fun; after two losses in a row, a bit of laughter could help us out. I mean, I have no malice for you or anything."

"Can I make a crack at you?" Requested Hector affably.

"Go for it." Nodded Eddie.

"F*ck you." Stated Hector.

Eddie pouted.

"Well that was just mean spirited." Huffed Eddie. "Lankston, you got anything to say to that"

"Huh? Did you say something?" Asked Lankston, breaking out of his trance. "I was … elsewhere."

"Mars?" Asked Hector.

"No, in my mind. I was just thinking, I got a vote last night. There must have been a reason." Explained Lankston. "My conclusion … I need to be more social and, you know, not a douche."

"Well that's easy enough. Just be like me." Grinned Eddie.

Hector made a cough that sounded suspiciously like 'bullshit', but nobody commented on this.

"… Nah. I'll be more like Nina. All I need is to lose my maturity and put on a bad Australian accent." Chuckled Lankston.

"Got an example?" Asked Eddie.

"Yeah, this should be good." Added Hector.

"Sure." Shrugged Lankston.

Lankston cleared his throat a little.

"Ahem … g'day mates, I just rolled into town out from the outback billabong. Crikey, that dingo was one little ripper." Declared Lankston in an accent so totally bad, the likes of which would normally only be seen in a Uwe Boll movie. "… Thoughts?"

Eddie just laughed while Hector shook his head.

"Yeah, screw the accent, I'll just make nice with Tabitha and Uzuri or something." Shrugged Lankston, looking embarrassed. "What just happened will never be repeated. Ever."


(Confessional: Tell that to the camera.)

Lankston: Yeah, I can't have had votes each ceremony so far for no reason. Even if I likely only got one last vote, I'm gonna take steps to ensure I end up with zero from now on. Winning a challenge would be better, but … yeah, I make Harold look like Buff Biceps in comparison.

Eddie: So, Lankston is not onto me, and my actions are making him try to be more social? Well, if it gets me more allies, why should I complain? Ditching the detective shtick was the best thing I ever did … well, that and investing in Wal-Mart stocks that one time. The morale here, I just gotta keep going as I am.


(Bronze Tigers Cabin- Girls' Side)


"So … any idea where Imanda is, anybody?" Asked Quana as she tuned her guitar a little.

"I think she went off to enjoy nature. You know girl scouts, always loving the great outdoors." Smiled Yessica. "Irene has helped me like woodland nature more, but … well, I'll always be an ocean gal."

"Sometimes I'm amazed you have legs and not a mermaid tail." Smirked Quana. "Amigo, you give Ariel a run for her money."

"Does that analogy work? Ariel wanted to leave the sea." Reminded Yessica, giggling.

"… Oh, you know what I mean. Cut me some slack, I've not seen Disney in years. I'm not a little chica anymore." Pouted Quana. "Mami wants me to start thinking more about college and stuff. I'm thinking a music degree."

"To the surprise of many, I am sure." Giggled Raven, smirking a little bit.

"Call me cliché if you must, but pop stars are rich and famous." Said Quana, stars in her eyes.

"… How did you make your eyes go star shaped?" Asked Raven.

"No idea wat'cha mean, amigo. Yessi, you going to college?" Asked Quana curiously.

"Yup. I'm going to the University of West Toronto for a Life Guarding degree. Should be fun … and with this season's prize money, I can go nuts and buy all the pop tarts I want!" Grinned Yessica.

"That's my top pick too. See ya there." Smiled Quana.

"This is like some kind of camping trip, almost. You know, the bonding, the joking, the general fun … I hope it stays like this, and the chaos won't start at all." Mused Sasha. "But it's called Total Drama for a reason huh? Oh, you guys ok if I head out for a few minutes?"

"Sure, you don't need to ask. But, why?" Asked Raven.

"Gotta go potty?" Guessed Yessica.

"Nah, I need a smoke. If you guys want one, you need only ask." Offered Sasha.

"I'll pass. As a singer, I need my lungs healthy." Stated Quana politely.

"Dad would not be pleased..." Murmured Raven.

"Irene doesn't kiss smokers." Stated Yessica. "When did you start? I never noticed it last season."

"I started about a month or so after Letterama ended. Games could only take away so much of the lasting marks I had from my experiences. I know it's bad but … sooooo soothing." Coed Sasha as she headed out the door, taking her lighter out as she went.

"… Wait, isn't Sasha slightly underage?" Asked Raven.

"Since when does that stop anybody?" Shrugged Yessica. "It's like how when I was little they said the deep pool was for grown ups, but I did not listen to that. Sure, I nearly drowned, but it was worth it, dammit!"

"Risk taker huh?" Noted Raven. "… Say, think any of the boys on the team smoke, or drink?"

"I saw Rheneas drink an alcoholic soda the other day." Stated Yessica, giggling for some reason.

"… What's so funny?" Asked Raven curiously.

"Call me crazy, but … dang, I love being drunk." Giggled Yessica. "People say I'm hilarious without a filter."

"I can imagine." Remarked Quana.

"I wish I couldn't." Gulped Raven.


(Confessional: Ah, sweet, sweet substances…)

Yessica: I have some fond memories of being drunk on nights out … well, not memories as I do no remember, but according to several friends and family I'm a hoot. But I gotta be responsible this season; drinking did Gordon no favours. But dang, imagine how memorable I'd become if I got drunk during a challenge! And win or lose, I just want to be remembered.

Raven: Given I'm, well, less adventurous than these girls, I feel overshadowed. But, that's ok, as they'll ignore me as voting option and Wallace will make the big moves and look good doing it. Shy or not, being a naturally quiet gal is really working out for me, don't you think?


(Bronze Tigers' Cabin- Boys' Side)


Wallace fed Trowzer some dead insects, and giggled giddily as he did so.

"I feel like such a mad scientist. I hope those insects look on from the afterlife, and weep." Cackled Wallace. "Oh, how I love snakes. They get such an unfair rep. I mean, what's not to like? They're venomous, aggressive and make that scary hissy sound."

"You just named three things to dislike about them." Smirked Rheneas.

"Don't get Trowzer mad, you wouldn't like him when he's mad. He gets all stiff." Warned Wallace.

"Are you doing this on purpose?" Asked Rheneas patently.

"Maaaaaaybe." Said Wallace, grinning slyly. "But, serious talk, who should we vote off the first time we lose?"

"… I'd say Yessica. With her girlfriend going through such a hard time. She'll have difficulty focusing on the challenges as time goes on." Suggested Rheneas. "Harsh and all, but … well, somebody has to leave the team first."

"Marvellous idea, I love it." Nodded Wallace. "I think Raven would be down for that, and four votes is mathematically enough … unless we're looking at a tie."

"I think it's a terrible idea." Stated Paul.

"Why? It makes sense to me." Replied Wallace.

"Because Rheneas thought of it. His plans are doomed to fail and make me sick." Said Paul, his voice a mere dramatic whisper.

"Sick, huh? Bah, your face gives me the common cold." Replied Rheneas.

"Your mum certainly wasn't cold." Smirked Paul. "She was warm."

"Your girlfriend isn't warm right now!" Jeered Rheneas.

The two glared at each other while Wallace looked very confused.

"Um … is there something I am missing here?" Asked Wallace, raising an eyebrow. "Only that you're arguing like toddlers when yesterday you seemed more or less chill with each other."

"Oh, we've got a rivalry going on." Explained Paul. "For the duration of out time in the show, we hate each other and will try to one up, out do and all round demean each other at every turn."

"Yeah, what he said. I'm gonna get him all fired up. Heheheh." Cackled Rheneas.

"And I'm gonna give you the cold shoulder. Heehee!" Smirked Paul.

"Oh brother." Groaned Wallace. "Of all the over the top, immature … you can't even get the evil laugh right! It goes like this … ahem … MWAHAHAHAHAHA!"

Rheneas and Paul politely clapped.

"Impressive." Noted Rheneas.

"I've seen better." Admitted Paul.

"Oh come on! That was an A grade evil laugh! Or S grade if we're using the Crazy Taxi grading system! Why are you being such a Grumpy Gus?" Complained Wallace.

"My life sucks, my twin is dead, my girlfriend is voted off, I'm hungry … it'#s a struggle." Sighed Paul. "Screw this noise, I'm going to sleep."

Paul lay down and huffed. Wallace looked at Rheneas with a WTF expression.

"He takes his rivalry very seriously." Explained Rheneas. "It's just a bit of fun, is all."

"He's a loon." Scoffed Wallace.

"… You know, your statement would carry more weight if you were not dressed as Dick Dastardly." Admitted Rheneas.

"Oh, you're just jealous you didn't think of it." Smirked Wallace.


(Confessional: I admit, I kinda am.)

Paul: I hope I didn't hurt Rheneas' feelings too much. I want a rivalry, but not a conflict, you know? VayVay taught me how lovely peace is, and I'll honour that … man, it really sucks that she's out…

Wallace: Now, this conflict is an angle I can exploit. Yessica goes first, I can agree with that, but after that … well, Paul is more likely to listen to me and he actually likes Trowzer, but … Rheneas is good at the challenges moreso. Decisions, decisions. Kids, being a mastermind is not an easy job.


(The Forest)


Imanda whistled a tune as she walked through the woods. Some would say the dark woods would be creepy, but Imanda had no fear. As a girl scout who had earned all the badges, it was truly the forest that should have been afraid of her.

"What a lovely night." Noted Imanda. "Makes me wish this was a wilderness survival season; it'd be just like the old girl scout camp outs. Maybe I could bake stuff too."

Imanda came to a large tree and smiled as she easily began to climb her way up towards the top of it. Imanda was clearly somewhat stronger than she looked. Soon enough she had reached the top of the tree and surveyed the dark island, dimply illuminated by the bright stars.

"This is amazing. When I win, I'll build a summer home here. If I do it right, it could probably be self sustainable, and then I won't be contributing to global warming, meaning Al Gore won't get on my case. Heehee!" Giggled Imanda, adjusting her glasses. "I wonder if there are any vines … I've always wanted to try vine swinging. It'd be cool."

Rain began to very lightly fall from the clouds, pepping the ground with light drizzle.

"But first, Rheneas is gonna teach me how to be cool. I've been a dork all my life … now it's time to be something different." Vowed Imanda. "I'll win this game, become cool … get a guy. Yeah, that's how it'll go … I can do this … my badges are all a portfolio of my skill. I have a real shot."

Imanda watched the rain fall, and suddenly noticed somebody was now sitting next to her.

"Eek!" Yelped Imanda. "Who are you?"

"Jennifer. An intern." Stated Jennifer, staring at Imanda.

"Oh, I see … gee wiz, you startled me!" Exclaimed Imanda.

"Sorry." Stated Jennifer, still not blinking. "I just thought I should say high. You were robbed lasts reason. Nobody else would have been booted for crashing the kart..."

"Oh, it was only a game." Assured Imanda.

"… You need to make yourself important. The big players go far." Advised Jennifer.

"Um, could you stop … well … staring? It's creepy." Murmured Imanda.

"… My apologies." Said Jennifer as she let herself fall backwards and to the ground below.

Imanda yelped and glanced at where Jennifer had fallen, but she was already gone.

"… Huh … I wonder what the other interns are like." Pondered Imanda. "Might be worth getting to know them a bit better."


(Confessional: Teleporting interns, a trademark of TDL.)

Imanda: My to-do list keeps getting bigger. Learn to be cool, get a boyfriend, win the million … and now get to know the interns. Well, if anything, it means that if Jennifer is right about the important people going far, I should be safe for now, huh? (Imanda giggles and snorts a little) How very whimsical.


(The Beach)


On the beach, an interesting game was going on. Uzuri and Annabelle were playing a board game and it was looking pretty intense.

"Do you have your answer Sherlock?" Asked Annabelle.

"I believe I do, Watson." Said Uzuri, puffing an imaginary pipe.

"Well, don't keep me in suspense. I hate that." Prompted Annabelle.

"Ok, ok, I'll tell ya." Giggled Uzuri. "It was … Colonel Mustard in the Library with the revolver."

Annabelle picked up the envelope, opened it and gazed at what was inside.

"… Nope, it was Professor Plum." Stated Annabelle, smirking lightly from behind her bird mask.

"… That's what I said, silly." Lied Uzuri.

Annabelle fumed a little.

"NO! You said Mustard! I heard you!" Yelled Annabelle.

"… Sticker for the rules?" Asked Uzuri sheepishly.

"Cheating is WROOOOONG!" Roared Annabelle. "… EEK! I did it again! I got mad! Sorrysorrysorrysorrysorry!"

"Hey, no biggie. I got angry too sometimes, like when the drive-thru gets my order wrong." Smiled Uzuri.

"I hate it when that happens..." Growled Annabelle.

"Oh, totally. I asked for a cheeseburger, not a salad. I mean, who even goes to MacDonalds to eat healthily!?" Exclaimed Uzuri, flailing her arms about a little.

"A stinky head, that's who." Huffed Annabelle. "Soooooo … what now?"

"… Wanna play another game? Maybe Operation?" Offered Uzuri. "It's like playing Doctor, but much less hands on."

"Thank goodness..." Gagged Annabelle, shuddering.

"How about we play Twister like the cool kids do!? =D." Exclaimed a voice.

Annabelle and Uzuri both yelped and turned to see Opal who held a box of the game Twister.

"Right hand red! Left hand blue! There's something for every hand!" Cheered Opal. "Whether you like hands, or feet like some boys and girls do, you'll love twister! Lets twist!"

And to prove her point, whatever it was, Opal then twisted her neck all the way round … or at least, tried to do so, for an owl she was not.

"Could somebody turn my head please?" Requested Opal, going cross eyed just for fun.

"Can't cope! Can't cope! Trouble!" Wailed Annabelle as she tore off, quickly disappearing from sight.

"Aw man, we were gonna have fun too." Sighed Uzuri.

"Oops. Sorry… :(" Apologised Opal.

"It's fine. Annabelle is just a little shy." Assured Uzuri. "Guess we'll meet up again tomorrow night."

"Oooo, I can I come? =D." Asked Opal hopefully.

"… You know what, sure. If Annabelle doesn't get snuck up on my ya, you may get along famously." Beamed Uzuri.

"It's a date! Except, of course, for anything that makes a date a date! :)." Giggled Opal.


(Confessional: OT3 … yeah, no.)

Uzuri: Note to self, never ever cheat at Cluedo with Annabelle.

Opal: One day I shall turn my head all the way around! I shall!


(Edge of Camp)


Jimmy and Eleanor sat next to each other on top of a hill, looking up at the stars in the night sky. Eleanor laid her hand down on that of Jimmy and, while he showed no real response to this, he did not rebuff it or withdraw from her touch.

"It's nice isn't it … just the two of us?" Said Eleanor, quietly. "I like it when it's just me and you. It shows me how good we are for each other."

"Thank you. I still think you'd be better off with a happier guy though." Muttered Jimmy.

"I admit, I like seeing you smile. But it's not your smile I love … it's everything about you. That's what love is, from what I understand … being there for your loved one, no matter what. Personality is fluid, but love … mum says love is a rock. It does not change. Not if it's true..." Whispered Eleanor.

Eleanor squeezed Jimmy's hand.

Jimmy looked at Eleanor, and lightly leaned against her.

"I don't want to be so sad … so mean … but I don't know what else to do. What other kid goes through all this? … I don't know what to do. I don't have any mum or dad to ask for advice … what do I have?" Asked Jimmy, looking forlorn.

Eleanor looked Jimmy in the eyes.

"You have me." Said Eleanor seriously.

And with that, Eleanor kissed Jimmy. It was short, but the meaning was very clear.

"… I'd do anything for you. Anything." Said Jimmy honestly, after they parted.

"I don't doubt that. But right now, allow me to do something for you." Said Eleanor, smiling wider.

Eleanor hugged Jimmy, never wanting to let go. Jimmy did not want her to let go either.

From a distance, a figure watched them from the shadows.


(Confessional: Two for one.)

Eleanor: I think I'm starting to get through to Jimmy. At the very least, I saw the briefest flicker of a smile. There is still hope…

Jimmy: … I owe her everything. I'll try to be less negative, but … I can't promise it … not yet.

Jennifer: I was on top of a tree, looking at the moon and then I saw those two., Jimmy is so depressed … it's cool. I wish to talk to him.


(Intern Building)


While most interns had turned in for the night, several were still up and about. Tyson, Cherry, Max and Jill were playing Crash Team Racing, Gordon and Vinnie were having a drinking contest (vodka style), Nakia had briefly entered the common room to grab a bottle of cherry soda, and Carlton and Xyly were playing a game of pool. Good feels were in the air.

However, down the hall and behind a locked bedroom door, Xaria and Oscar lay on a bed together, talking about the previous day.

"I may just be overreacting here, but … well, I didn't like that challenge. All those secrets and such being revealed … yeah, the campers were right to be upset, but they seemed to glare at me with such anger. It was like the anger I once sent towards Chris." Admitted Xaria. "And you know what the worst part is?"

"What?" Asked Oscar, holding Xaria.

"I cannot tell them I was against the challenge. See, that'd effect the game itself if I interacted with them and I am not supposed to do that. I'd … kinda like to get into TV someday, and I need this gig to work out. Man, I'm a selfish f*cker, huh?" Drawled Xaria, chuckling bitterly.

"I'm sure it'll work out. Chances are they were just mad because of how unexpected it was. Give them a day, and they'll be cool with you again. They know you Xaria; they'll not think any less of you. I know it." Promised Oscar. "I was out of the loop, and I wasn't bothered."

"Well, you're my boyfriend. You're not allowed to be bothered, bucko." Smirked Xaria.

"Likewise, Snark Knight." Smirked Oscar, equally cheeky.

Xaria laughed and gave Oscar a kiss.

"Thanks Oscar, I needed those kind words." Said Xaria gratefully. "We cant all be idealistic, naive and obsessed with cats like Winnie, but sometimes I wish I was..."

"Really?" Asked Oscar, raising an eyebrow.

"Good God no." Gagged Xaria, shuddering. "Anyway, we got some spare time as the challenge won't start until midday tomorrow. Wanna have sex?"

"Only if you want to. You had a long day." Said Oscar, hugging Xaria just a little closer.

"Right now, I'd like nothing more. I can tell this hosting thing won't be easy, but … I'm made of tough stuff. I'd have to be to put up with you." Smirked Xaria wryly.

"Oh, shut up." Laughed Oscar, shoving Xaria playfully which knocked her off the bed. "… Oops."

"… Just for that, no nookie." Frowned Xaria.

Seeing Oscar's expression Xaria laughed.

"Just kidding, Muscle Man." Assured Xaria. "I'm not that evil."


(Confessional: Banter, where would we be without it?)

Winnie: Being a host is just plain amazing. I'm sure Xaria agrees. Oh, maybe if this goes well I could get my own show? I'm thinking a talk show about cats/ Sound good? Yeah, you know you'd watch it, don't deny it. Heehee!


(The Next Morning)


(Golden Tigers' Cabin- Girls' Side)


"So, do you feel any improvement in your feeli9ngs today than what you had yesterday?" Asked Spider.

Irene just groaned.

"What do you think?" Asked Irene. "Why do doctors always ask obvious questions."

"Well, um, technically I'm not a doctor yet." Murmured Spider. "And, well, I do need facts. I take it you're feeling pretty bad still."

"Give the guy a medal. Hear the applause." Grumbled Irene.

"… Irene I know you're feeling upset, and I can't blame you for that, but … getting mad at me won't help anything." Mumbled Spider, looking a little nervous. "I'm really trying here, but I did say this is not my area of expertise."

"But aren't you gonna be a doctor or something?" Asked Irene.

"There are many types of doctors. Like, eye doctors, lung doctors, cancer doctors … you'd need a psychologist most of all, and that's not my area. But, I'm doing what I can. These things take time." Said Spider, trying to keep the peace.

"You could do better." Muttered Irene, holding her head and moaning a little.

Spider frowned.

"Ok, look. If you would rather go through this by yourself, I could just leave you right now. Is that what you want?" Asked Spider, looking mildly irked.

"No! Oooo, I'm sorry Spider … it's just not easy to keep calm and carry on right now. Quarla is p*ssing me off, and it's making me lose my temper." Muttered Irene apologetically.

"Yeah, she is a little scary." Chuckled Spider, tapping his fingers together uneasily. "Good thing we're on the same team huh? She wouldn't go after her team … she knows it's what led to her elimination last season."

"Yeah, maybe." Said Irene without enthusiasm. "I need a few minutes by myself. Thanks for your time."

"It's what I'm here for. I hope things end up well for you Irene. Sorry for losing my temper, but … I do want you to be ok, really I do." Said Spider, looking sympathetic.

"You'll be a great doctor. You'll help the patients, even if they do not know it." Chuckled Irene. "… Leave please."

"On my way out." Nodded Spider as he left the room, shutting the door behind him.


(Confessional: Doctor has left the building.)

Spider: I want to help Irene, and protect my title too. But, the thing is … I was close to really snapping for a moment there. I don't like that feeling, but Irene wasn't being cooperative. Maybe I'm just being a judgemental jerk … I need to work on my patience a little more. I'll need it to be a doctor.


Barney sat in the mess hall, finishing off a bowl of cornflakes. As he did so, he noticed Alice enter the Mess Hall and sit down by herself. A wry smile crossed his face.

"As a wise man once said, there s no time like the present, as past and future are not gifts." Declared Barney, adjusting his hood somewhat.

With that, Barney got up and sat down across from Alice.

"So, Alice, looks like we're team mates." Said Barney suavely.

"You've only just noticed that?" Asked Alice dryly.

"Nah, I knew it. But there is one mystery I have also motived … you're alone." Noted Barney.

"How is it a mystery? I'd always been alone." Shrugged Alice.

"It puzzles me as … you're quite pretty. Eye for a prettier eye, aye?" Grinned Barney pointing to his own eye and then to Alice's.

Alice seemed to faintly blush at the compliment, but was nonetheless stony faced and frowny.

"No. It is not going to happen." Said Alice firmly.

"… I understand." Said Barney, still smiling. "Can't force a feeling, huh?"

"Tell that to my private tutors. They make me study even when I feel sleepy." Shrugged Alice. "But I'm not a romantic sort. At all. In any way. Like, no way ever. Nope. And even if I was, I don't date ninjas."

Barney looked like he was about to speak, but Alice continued.

"And I never date pirates." Said Alice firmly.

"… Well, can't say I'm shocked. I am but a simple coastal boy, and your heart yearns for another. Best of luck getting your yin, young yang." Said Barney sagely, with a bow.

Barney left out the door while Alice's eye twitched.

"I don't like Bishop!" Barked Alice.


(Confessional: Is it opposite day?)

Alice: I hate shippers.

Barney: Oh well, I guess some ships are not meant to sail. But, you know what they say, if every ship sailed we would not have any submarines.

Spider: I heard Alice yell from far away ... she's kinda scary... (Spider fidgets nervously)


Uzuri sat in the sand, playing with her dolls and making light humming noises. Nearby Lankston was watching her.

"Ok, you can do this. You just gotta talk to Uzuri and make her like you. She likes nearly everybody, how hard could it be?" Said Lankston to himself. "Ok, shirt is straight, breathe is fresh … here I go."

Lankston approached Uzuri and carefully sat down next to her.

"Morning." Greeted Lankston.

"Oh, morning! How are you? I'm pretty good myself. I saw a bird skull rotting in the sunlight; so coooooool! So yeah, I feel pretty peachy keen right now." Giggled Uzuri, beaming.

Lankston inwardly gagged, but tried to keep a straight face.

"That is so interesting. Please tell me more." Requested Lankston, his lines clearly scripted.

Uzuri did not notice this and seemed all too happy to talk about the skull some more.

"Ask and ye shall receive!" Declared Uzuri. "It was rotting with maggots and flies, and it smelt like puuuuuure death! It reminded me of the purest of dark midnights back home that I spent in the graveyard. Aaaaah, nostalgia! … Um, you ok Lanky?"

Lanky, or Lankston as he was more commonly known, as turned rather green and swayed a little.

"Um … err .. I'll be -URP- fine." Wheezed Lankston. "I heard my mother calling so, um, I'll just be … going now."

"Okie dokie, later skater." Smiled Uzuri as he went back to playing with her dolls.

Lankston hobbled away, wincing to himself. He passed by Hector who had surveyed the scene.

"Wanna vote her off next?" Offered Hector.

"I'll consider it. Can't say more than that." Replied Lankston. "But geez, she's gruesome in her tastes."

"Tell me about it. This is my second time being her team mate … but compared to Letterz, this is enigmatically tame." Said Hector with a sigh.

Lankston could only discreetly sigh in relief.


(Confessional; Is Uzuri related to Lil' Gruesome from Wacky Races by any chance?)

Uzuri: You know, I like Lankston. He seems like a real stand up fella. A cool dude who's willing to get into other people's hobbies. Quite unlike, Mr Burns, who shall be going to hell … where I'll be waiting for him. Teehee!

Lankston: Well, I suppose having a desire to eat something was overrated anyway … yeah, next time I'll talk to Tabitha.


Rheneas and Imanda were meeting up behind the mess hall. Imanda seemed to be in the process of telling Rheneas a joke.

"And so the Lord told the People, thou shalt buy your child a 3DS." Declared Imanda.

Rheneas laughed, clearly amused by the joke.

"Good one. Did you get a badge in joke telling?2 Asked Rheneas., smiling.

"How did you know?" Asked Imanda curiously.

"Oh, just a slight feeling." Smirked Rheneas with a wink.

"Aw shucks." Blushed Imanda awkwardly, snorting a little. "So, um … those lessons … about being cool. Could you teach me now? We have some time … um, right"?

"Sure, we do. And I think I know where to start. Presentation." Suggested Rheneas. "You gotta think how you carry yourself. You gotta find a balance between following what is hot and not, and also finding your own way. People enjoy a moody loner."

"Hmmmm..." Pondered Imanda. "This makes sense. So, finding my own way … you mean I should set trends? That sounds uber fun! Coolio pwnage! It'll be like having my cake and eating it too!"

"Just so you know cool kids don't talk like that … at all." Admitted Rheneas.

Imanda lightly slapped herself.

"I think a lot of it comes down to the fact I have always had geeky and nerdy friends all of my life. I need to start talking more with people who are more … the opposite. Hmmm … just gotta find the right kind of person for that role." Pondered Imanda.

"You got me." Reminded Rheneas.

"I know, but I'll need more than just you. If I am to become cool in any way, and not have it end up as a disaster like in any typical Saturday morning cartoon, I need multiple cool people on hand." Declared Imanda. "It#'s time to send my geeky self to the grave!"

"… Um … I always liked your geeky side. It's sweet and endearing." Said Rheneas, sounding gentle.

"I know, and I like that … but, it's time for a change. This is the all star round, it's my chance to really be somebody." Insisted Imanda.

"Well … I'll help however I can. You know, another aspect of coolness is confidence and bravery. We could discuss that." Offered Rheneas.

"I'm all ears Mr Teacher." Saluted Imanda.


(Confessional: And I'm all eyes.)

Imanda: Don't worry, I'm not gonna take this too far. But … nothing wrong with an image change, right? Lot's of girls do it, and since boys don't like my current odd self, all the more reason to get with the times, huh? Besides, like all geeky girls … I clean up nicely. Heehee!

Rheneas: So, I have two goals in this, what I can only see as a, sub-plot. Make Imanda cool, and stop her taking it too far. Eh, seems doable. I've done harder stuff … oh geez, that came out so wrong…

Wallace: To nobody's surprise, I am a shameless eavesdropper. Now, in the time it would take most people to ponder what Imanda's coolness desire may lead to, I had already formulated a plan. I'll teach her to be cool just like Rheneas. From there it'll be all too easy to merge our alliances and control this team. Mwahahahaha! … On a separate note, I wonder where Raven is. I've not seen her in a little while. I should go look for her. We don't need a repeat of her bearly legal lost in Letterz. (Wallace giggles, and then slaps himself). I'll let myself out.


Yessica was on the far side of the beach, swimming around in the water as fast as a torpedo. She laughed and had a big smile on her face; clearly she was having a much better time in the game than her other half was.

"This is so cool! The water is so clean!" Cheered Yessica. "Ah, swimming, my favourite past time. The thing I can do awesomely that nobody else here can … that feels good to say."

As Yessica continued to swim about Wallace called to her from the shore.

"Yessica! Have you seen Raven anywhere?" Called Wallace.

"Huh? Um … oh, yeah! I have! She said that she was gonna go and get her breakfast from the forest so that she'd not have to put up with Gary glaring at her while she eats." Replied Yessica. "I mean, being dumped probably stinks, but there are plenty of boys and girls out there, right?"

"Much appreciated. See you later … or not, we'll see if we lose!" Teased Wallace as he jogged away.

"… That guy confuses me. And people call me the blond sometimes." Frowned Yessica, shrugging.

Yessica resumed swimming around, but soon noticed somebody else at the shore.

"Hi Sasha, how's I going?" Asked Yessica cheerfully.

"Pretty good. Just waiting out the time before the challenge; right now I don't really have very much to do." Admitted Sasha.

"Wanna join me for a swim?" Offered Yessica.

"I'm not really a water sports girl … unless it's in a game. I think I'll just sit here and soak up some ways. Maybe we can hang a little? I've know you since Letterz and despite the time you spent at the Playa, we hardly know each other." Said Sasha as she fiddled with her ponytail a little.

"Sure, sounds fun! So, um, I bought a PSP with me this season for when I'm bored and it's too rainy to swim. Maybe you could tell me if some of my games are rare at all?" Offered Yessica.

"Sure, why not? Appraising games is one of my favourite past times." Nodded Sasha.

"Was that sarcasm?" Asked Yessica.

"Nope, I was being honest. I love looking at game collections; they all have such great variety and history. Ever game in my collection tells a story … especially the RPG's." Giggled Sasha.

"Rocket propelled Grenades, baby!" Grinned Yessica, before she gulped. "EEK!"

Yessica took a breath and ducked under the water. Sasha raised an eyebrow and glanced around.

"… Crap." Muttered Sasha as she glanced around, before diving into a bush and staying deathly quiet and still.

Kim walked down the beach, fiddling with a smartphone She stopped near Sasha's hiding place and grunted.

"F*ck! Why can I never win at Minesweeper? F*ck this game, I'll just listen to Owl City." Muttered Kim as she walked onwards. "Oh yeah, it's that time."

Kim reached into her pocket and took out a bottle of pills and popped one into her mouth.

"F*ck, intern life is f*cking bliss. I pity those poor f*ckers that are the campers." Sighed Kim as she left on her way.

After Kim was gone Sasha carefully exited the bush and took a breath.

"Thank Vishnu I played Metal Gear like crazy as a kid. Hiding helps." Gulped Sasha.

Yessica surfaced from the water and gasped for air.

"Don't hurt me!" Wailed Yessica.

"Yessi, its just me. She's gone." Assured Sasha.

"What f she had found us..." Mumbled Yessica. "That Mess Hall Fire..."

"Well, she didn't. I'm not looking for conflict this season. I'm staying away from any trouble. New topic starts now; who do you think got voted off last night?" Asked Sasha.

Yessica could see Sasha wanted to move on, and truly so did she.

"Hmmm … not sure. I've seen Uzuri and Lankston around, so it wasn't them. Guess we'll soon see." Replied Yessica.


(Confessional: Swim, swim, swim.)

Yessica: Yeah, that Mess Hall Fire last season … can you blame me for being a little frightened…?

Sasha: I know I cannot avoid Kim forever, but right now I have nothing to say, nor do I have anything I want to say. It's for the best we remain far apart … still, I wonder what kind of pills those were … probably no big deal.


Opal was sitting in the mess hall, peeling a banana.

"One skin … two skin … three skin … four-." Giggled Opal before being interrupted.

"Hey! I sued that joke in Letterz! Stop stealing my material." Complained Barney.

"Awww, you stopped me before the best part! ;)." Giggled Opal slyly.

"Well, only I get to say four skin." Declared Barney grandly.

Opal scowled.

"I wanted to do that. }:(." Said Opal, glaring.

He two silently glared, before laughing.

"We should have been team mates sooner!" Laughed Barney.

"Totally. We go together like eggs and bacon … but not ketchup and ice cream. That yummy mix is me and Zed only. =D" Declared Opal. "What mix are you and Lavender?"

"Dinosaurs and dodo's, as like our love they are extinct." Said Barney woefully.

"… Oops. I did, like, not know! =O." Gasped Opal. "Sorry!"

"It's fine, I'm starting to move on." Assured Barney. "I tried flirting with Alice, but … we all know where her heart belongs."

"Less than three." Giggled Opal.

"I DO NOT LIKE HIM!" Roared Alice from elsewhere on the island.


(Confessional: I wonder if there is such a thing as five skin…)

Opal: Barney should join me and Zed on a double date … once he gets a girl anyway. It'd be amazing, and sooooo kawaii. ;D

Barney: It must be nice to have one's lover on the team. Must be nice to have a lover … oh well, life's too short to be an emo! Bring on whatever happens next!


Bishop stood before his two allies. A meeting that about to begin, and Bishop was taking it seriously. He noticed Alice was frowning.

"What's got you so pissy … more than usual?" Asked Bishop. "My mere existence?"

"It doesn't help … but no. Other people are saying we would go good as a couple." Gagged Alice.

Bishoped gagged and almost turned green.

"I am so sorry … sorry to hear that, anyway. Why am I never shipped with somebody class, like Quana?" Winced Bishop. "That girl puts the ass in class. Hmmhrrrmhmm!"

"Jackass pervert." Scoffed Alice.

"Whiny virgin." Retorted Bishop.

"Can you two just start fucking and get it over with? Do I have to force anything to happen?" Drawled Quarla. "Get to the point! Every second I am witness to you two whining is a second I'm not doing something productive, or fun."

Bishop sneered and Alice growled.

"Ok, fine. We need to prepare for the first vote, and our first vote needs to be somebody weak. I may detest Bishop here, but he adds to the team, even if just barely." Stated Alice. "And we can't vote off Spider right now, so we'll need to get rid of somebody useless … I say Zed, or possibly Irene."

"Irene. We've voting Irene. Deal with it." Grunted Quarla.

"I can do that as that's who I was going to suggest." Replied Bishop. "But, consequently, there is some worth keeping her around … it keeps the target of of us. Additionally, if there is a team swap she may end up on a different team and hold them back."

"Wait, do you want Irene gone or not?" Asked Alice.

"I'd rather anybody went but myself." Sniffed Bishop. "I am merely laying out all the facts for which to base our vote on. Oh yeah, and Irene is probably poor. Always a good reason to kick somebody off."

"Smart smarmy bastard." Smirked Quarla.

"Cheap douche." Scoffed Alice.

"I'll have you know my family uses expensive douche." Growled Bishop, remaining composed. "Furthermore, cheap is not an insult to me, but a compliment. I am part of a cheap club. We compare the cheapest things we have done on a monthly basis."

"… Wait, what?" Blinked Alice. "Da f*ck?"

"Indeed. When I was ten I set up a lemonade stand selling cups for one dollar each. However, I also charged one dollar for every step the customers took to my stall which was inside the grounds of my mansion. I made a very tidy profit." Smirked Bishop smugly.

"… How could anybody be that retarded?" Asked Quarla flatly.

"I dare say I do not wish to know." Shuddered Alice. "Why can't more people be smart like me?"

"Not the word I'd sue, but, sure." Smirked Bishop. "Very well, if we lose then Irene gets our votes."

"Will it be enough?" Asked Quarla. "Some people on this team are dumb."

"I have faith they will make the wrote choice." Assured Bishop.

"… I don't. Can I punch them?" Requested Quarla.

"No." Said Alice and Bishop in usion. "Huh? Hey, stop copying me! You're making a big mistake! … Your mother copied other people too! … Oooooooo!"

Quarla face palmed.

"I'm surrounded by backwards evolving retards." Groaned Quarla.


(Confessional: Bishop, Mr Krabs must take notes from you…)

Bishop: Suffice to say it, I know how to run an alliance and make money. I'd be stunned if I were not a contender on an edgic charts those commoners make … not that I know anything about them of course! Where are these accusation coming from?!

Quarla: Part of me wants to lose today's challenge just so I can see Irene's face when she loses. I mean, hello? Her actions in the tree challenge last season made me lose! If she'd not blocked that one tree and kept distracting me, I'd not have gone home. I am happy to repay her for it … in a big way…


Opal and Barney were continuing to hang out, now talking about coca cola.

"Did you know it once had cocaine in it? It's how it gets the name." Said Barney cheerfully.

"Drugged up soda … I wanna try some!" Squeed Opal. "Oh, hi Elly!"

Eleanor walked up, looking a little nervous.

"Um … drugged up soda? I don't think you're allowed to drink that here." Said Eleanor shyly.

"Nah, no drugs here. Swearsies. ^^;" Assured Opal.

"T'was just an expression." Agreed Barney. "So, need anything?"

"Yeah, um, see … look, Jimmy's secret got exposed yesterday and it's not doing him much good. You know what he's going through, and you two are a ton of fun … I was wondering if you had the time to give Jimmy some cheering up. I mean, you guys live and breath fun." Insisted Eleanor.

"She has a point." Noted Barney.

"We are pretty amazing. /:I." Agreed Opal. "… Sure, we'll entertain him! Want it to be PG or adults only"

Eleanor blanched and Barney stepped forwards.

"We';ll figure something out." Promised Barney.

"Thanks guys, I really owe you one." Said Eleanor, both sounding and looking relieved.

"It's what we do!" Cheered Barney and Opal in usion.

"You do death to my ears." Said Helen as she walked past.

From a tree nearby Eddie had watched all that had happened.

"Very interesting." Noted Eddie.

Eddie then fell out of the tree and into a bush.


(Confessional: Careful, gravity!)

Opal: Helen gets all the best lines … I'm jealous.

Eleanor: I can't always be around Jimmy, so it's nice that there are people willing to help me keep him smiling. Friends, allies … whether it helps me win or not, I'm thankful. But it'd be nice of it helped since my team is kinda … stinking right now.

Eddie: I'm just keeping an eye on my allies. Whatever connections they make, I can benefit from, and vice versa I guess. It's all about following people and saying the right stuff … gee, that made me sound like a stalker, but if it'll help me win the five million, I'll do it to the end. Sasha will understand. Oddly, I've not seen Tabitha all morning. Even if she's not my ally, I don't want her vanishing. Apparently that's bad as it ether means she's dead or could be plotting … which one is worse again?


Raven had gathered some forest fruit and nuts and was contently eating them at the base of a tree.

"Ah, this is nice. Mist is right, nature is precious." Mused Raven. "It's so peaceful..."

Raven frowned ever so slightly.

"… Maybe a little too peaceful." Sighed Raven. "I promised myself to be more social this year, and yet here I am … out in the woods … alone."

Raven bit into an apple and chewed it.

"It all comes down to Gary. He's not taking the break up well. Getting back together would cheer him up I bet … but how could I love him again after what happened and could still happen." Groaned Raven. "I should have just stayed in bed."

"Why do that when there is evil to be done?!" Exclaimed Wallace from next to Raven.

"Holy sh*t!"Yelped Raven clutching her heart. "When did you get here?"

"Five seconds ago." Stated Wallace. "So … break-up drama, huh?"

"I don't want to talk about it." Said Raven.

"Oh c'mon, how bad could it be?" Insisted Wallace.

"I said no." Stated Raven firmly. "So … how did you find me."

"Yessica said you went to eat breakfast out here because you're afraid of Gary. If you want I could bring breakfast to you from now on, or poison Gary's food so that he turns into a frog." Offered Wallace.

"… Just bring me my food is fine. Thank you." Smiled Raven. "Oh, and I had an idea. We should merge alliances with Imanda and Rheneas. Simple easy plan and we'd all be safe, or tied at worst. Um … is it a good plan? Your eye is twitching a little..."

Indeed Raven was right, and Wallace composed himself.

"Um, nothing. It's just that this is the second time you've had the same idea as me and said it first. All the more reason our alliance is going to work." Said Wallace formally, awkwardly coughing. "Oh, and who should we vote off first of the other four I am open for suggestions but word of the street is that Paul and Yessica are good options. They'll never suspect it! Mwahahaha!"

"I dunno, they didn't get as far last time. They deserve a chance. I think Quana and Sasha would be better targets. They got pretty far in their first runs." Reminded Raven. "… I feel so weird talking about voting people off. I should be trying to befriend them!"

"Maybe you're more like me than you realize?" Winked Wallace.

Raven playfully gagged.


(Confessional: Raven must be allergic to Wallace.)

Wallace: … Why must it be so hard to decide who to crush first?! Seriously, there is good reasons to vote off all of them! The life of a reality show villain is not be be envied.

Raven: You could say this season is gonna be EX-treme for me. (Raven smiles, and then pouts). Well, this just got a lot less funny. Maybe I could try to set Gary up with somebody else … maybe Xyly?


Tabitha wore a one piece purple bikini and lay submerged up to her neck in the warm waters of a forest hot spring.

"Aaaaah … this is amazing..." Whispered Tabitha. "I could just stay here all day..."

Sadly, this desire was not meant to be as at that very moment the intercom crackled into life, making Tabitha scowl a little.

"Attention campers! Everybody head to the beach!" Announced Winnie cheerfully. "We have something fun planned!"

Winnie hung up the intercom and the only sounds left was the light breeze the wind through the leaves of the forest trees.

"Really? Awww … well, better get going. Duty calls." Sighed Tabitha.

Tabitha smirked.

"… In five minutes." Giggled Tabitha.


(Confessional: Dat warmness…)

Tabitha: I made an inquiry about the Skype therapy sessions, and they are forbidden as I am not allowed outside contact. I guess that's far, but … it's not fun. That hot spring sure did me some good.

Daisy: Rules are there to be followed. No exceptions.


(Near the Intern Building)


Kim paced in front of the three interns, looking at them with an expression that seemed to have the sourness of a thousand lemons.

"One job! You had one job to do that was so f*cking easy that I highly doubt f*cking Patch would balls it up! But no, you put a bug on me!" Scowled Kim. "Does the words 'do the f*cking work* mean anything to you three?"

"I don't know how to speak English." Giggled Steve.

"I was forced into it." Lied Jennifer.

"It was just a prank, ya know? Besides, you've done way worse." Reminded Clyde, looking sleepy.

Kim scowled, and sighed as she had no argument. But then she thought 'f*ck it' and spoke.

"So, you like pranks do you? Well I have a prank for each of you." Smirked Kim.

Kim turned to Clyde.

"Your hilarious prank is to clean the toilets." Sneered Kim. "Patch had burritoes last night. Good luck."

Clyde muttered a foul word, a Chicago swear even. As he did Kim turned to Jennifer.

"Ok you … bad girl, you're gonna be getting rid of a bee hive that Chris says is disturbing his hair or some sh*t. Have fun." Smirked Kim.

"Don't bee so dramatic honey." Drawled Jennifer as she stared.

Kim just shook her head at the bad puns and turned to Steve.

"Now Steve, you will love this." Smirked Kim. "Prepare yourself for deep sh*t, as you're gonna be my footstool while I watch TV. And spoiler alert, it's an all day Survivor marathon, b*tch!"

"It's all I ever wanted!" Squeed Steve.

Kim just scoffed.

"You won't be smiling for long. Ok Beetle B*tches … work time." Smirked Kim.

Jennifer was already gone while Clyde grumbled as walked away, starting to type on his phone, likely to vent. Meanwhile Steven bounced on his heels.

"Show me to your room!" Giggled Steve.

Kim shuddered and flicked Steve's nose.

"Footstools do not talk." Said Kim firmly.

Steve mimed zipping his mouth shut.


(Confessional: What a big intern of events.)

Jennifer: … I will speak to Jimmy soon…

Clyde: I'd respect Kim for what she did if it were not for one widdle thing dat gets in da way … Clyde Danwell is not a psychopath. (Clyde scoffs)

Steve: Operation Footstool, begin!

Kim: Putting up with these three has got to be karma … that's all it can be. Well, I have power just this once, and f*cking f*ck, I'm gonna enjoy it!


(Beach)


The twenty four campers were gathered at the beach, ready for the next challenge. They stood amongst their teams while the three hosts stood in front of them. Three square sections (one gold, one silver and one bronze) were sectioned off in the sand a distance from each other, and next to each section were buckets, spades moulds, shells and popsicle sticks.

"Welcome to your next challenge everybody! Its good to see smiles on your faces!" Squeed Winnie.

"We're not smiling." Grunted Quarla.

"Thankfully smiles do not effect how good or bad you'll do in this challenge. So, yeah, VayVay got voted off last night. A shame to some people I am sure. Today's challenge is a past time pretty much everybody except me likes … building a sandcastle." Announced Xaria.

"I've always wanted to try that." Smiled Tabitha, her aqua blue eyes sparkling.

"You're not missing much of anything." Assured Bishop.

"This sounds like fun. Nice!" Cheered Paul.

"I hate sand." Stated Helen flatly.

"Looks like we have some frowny faces … wonderful!" Cheered Chris. "Here's how the challenge works. Build a sandcastle within the boundaries of your team's section and have it not be the worst. Its that simple!"

"I highly doubt that." Said Quana suspiciously.

"He's right, there's more!" Cheered Winnie. "There are also special shells and flags along the beach and your sandcastle will score higher if those are added to it. They are first come, first serve so be quick, meow!"

"And and there are some traps in the beach to slow do you. Be careful, mm'kay? Suggested Xaria.

"… Eh, it could be much worse." Shrugged Jimmy.

"But not too much worse! Oh, and you all have five hours to finish. And you're not allowed to damage each other's sandcastles." Declared Chris grandly. "So, you all ready?"

Nobody responded in the negative, so Winnie took out a sort of golden cat kazoo.

"Three … two … one … GO!" Announced Winnie.

SQUEEEK!

The campers took off to their designated building area to start getting some early work done. They had to do good, or their sand of life could run out … in the game anyway.


(Confessional: Reminds me of that episode of Kids Next Door…)

Bishop: Childish and very base … but, I admit I like castles. I've spent time living in one before and it is divine. I'll at least try to make this sand castle passable. I like a challenge … though, let's be honest, the easy life is better.

Alice: Urrrrggh … I have such a desire and want to lead this project, but doing that got me kicked off last season … I just gotta bide my time.

Zed: This should be a pretty easy challenge. I have building experience … you know, stuff like chicken coops, fences and the occasional table. Sand ain't gonna be too hard to get used to, I reckon.

Lankston: My team is behind, we we've got to win this. Thankfully, this seems like a p*ss easy challenge to win. Second place at least should be easy enough to achieve.

Jimmy: … So many memories.

Eddie: We've got two kids on this team and one childish teen. I see no way we can lose! I feel safe if we lose, but … winning, you know? It's what we are here for.

Paul: VayVay loved sandcastles. I'll win this in her name, no matter what.

Yessica: YES! I'm not just an award winning swimmer, I'm a sandcastle building pro! Me and my little sis Karly always take part in the town's sandcastle building tournament every year. This is for you Karly!

Imanda: I kinda need to pee … think the team would let me leave for a few minutes? I may be able to bring some supplies back, if it's allowed.


Next Time: The cast build grand (and not so grand) sandcastles, and somebody else gets frozen.