It was a large crowd gathered at the Magic Kingdom in front of Cinderella's Castle and one that was growing by the minute. There were people from all parts of the world who had come to see the opening ceremonies.
The stage in front ofthe castle was beautifully decorated with all kinds of different colors and standing at the far left was the Disney World Trophy.
As the last of the people were making their way into the kingdom, it was just about time to begin as standing at at the balcony of Cinderella Castle, overlooking the action was none other than Bert and Mary Poppins.
"Good evening, mates. It is a beautiful night here as hundreds upon thousands of people are packing the Magic Kingdom for the opening ceremonies for the Disney World Games. I'm Bert and standing next me, the always lovely Mary Poppins," said Bert.
"Why thank you, Bert," said Mary.
"Well Mary, as the people get settled in, I can tell ya, we are in a great night. I cannot wait for the games to start," said Bert.
"I share in your enthusiasm and as do the many people I can see from up here. As you can see, literally many people have come from far and wide for the games," said Mary.
"And I don't blame 'em. This is a one-of-a-kind event as we've got at least 12 special teams who are lookin' to win all costs, especially Team Villainy, you gotta watch out for those buggers," said Bert.
"Well when you look at the team, you think about the advantages and disadvantages of each. The teams I think about in terms of that category are Team Rodent, Team Fairy and Team Dwarf. Their height and size gives them a disadvantage whereas you've got guys like Gantu on Team Hawaii and Marahute on Team Flyer, that is a very deciding advantage," said Mary.
"You also have to look at the animals on the teams, mainly Team Rover and Team Kitty. Having no opposable thumbs may slow them down and being that one team is made up of dogs and the other one of cats, well..." said Bert.
"Indeed," Mary responed. "Now another factor you talked about was Team Villainy. No it's no secret that that team looking to win no matter what, not to mention the members of the team and team captain, Maleficent. With her being the team captain, that's bad enough, but add in Gothel, Cruella, Jafar and Facilier, well that just makes things worse."
"Now the format of these is very special. As well as taking place here at the Magic Kingdom, it'll also happen at EPCOT, Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios and a variety of games and challenges have been laid out. That of course technically leaves a balanced field for the many competitors on the teams," said Bert.
"And with more on that, we'll take you now down to Main Street to Ludwi Von Drake. Hello, Ludwig," said Mary.
Ludwig was standing near the entrance to the kingdom where more guest were arriving.
"Hey there, Poppins, Bert," Ludwig said. "As you can see, more people are filing in for this shindig. Over there atthe far end of Main Street is the barrier between the Main Street Fire Place and the other building where the competitors will come out of during their introductions. But we'll get to that soon enough. Right now, I would like to go over the rules for this contest if you don't mind. The games will take place over the course of 20 days. Each event will be worth a certain number of points. On Days 17 through 20, the four teams with highest points will compete with the last place team being eliminated where on Day 20, the last 2 teams will compete for the championship trophy."
"Thanks, Drake," said Bert. "Well those are some rules for ya, huh?"
"Indeed," Mary responded. "Well the last of the people has started to arrive, so I think we've said all we need to say."
"Guess so, we now take you back to Main Street for the start of the Opening Ceremonies," said Bert.
The crowd silenced as a disembodied voice began speaking.
"Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, welcome to the Disney World Games!" the voice exclaimed. "Please welcome at this time, your Disney World Games teams!"
First came out Team Flyer, followed by Team China, Team Hawaii, Team Fairy, Team Rodent, Team Rover, Team Kitty, Team Fairy, Team Neverland, Team Jungle, Team Toy, Team Pixar, Team Villainy, Team Agrabah, Team Princess, Team Prince, Team Pride Lands, Team Hundred Acre Wood, Team Dwarf, Team Beast and finally, Team Disney.
"And there you see are the teams who were introduced in the pre-game show," said Bert.
"Now, please welcome the host of the Disney World Games, Jiminy Cricket," said the voice.
Jimmy hopped his way into a podium on the stage. "Greetings, friends and welcome to the Disney World Games," said Jiminy. "I'm so glad you could all be here as well as our competitors. I invite you all to join us for the next 20 days as these wonderful teams duke it out in contests of speed, skill, wit and determination; all to win the ultimate prize, the Disney World Trophy. Good luck to everyone and may the best team win!"
"And now, here to sing the national anthem, please welcome, Miley Stewart," said the voice.
The crowd erupted as Miley made her way onto the stage.
Miley
Oh say can you see by the dawn's early light,
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming,
Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight,
O'er the ramparts we watched were so gallantly streaming,
And the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air,
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there,
Oh say does that star spangled banner yet wave,
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave.
(red, white and blue fireworks come out of the castle)
"Incredible, just incredible," said Bert.
"Simply beautiful," said Mary.
"Well that just about does it for the opening ceremonies, I'm Bert along with Mary Poppins and we'll see ya back here for Day 1 of the games. Bye bye, everyone," said Bert.
"Ta ta," said Mary.
With the ceremonies over, the crowd and the teams were on their way out of the kingdom, for tomorrow would the first day of the games. Let the Disney World Games begin!