Disclaimer: I do not own Total Drama or any of its related seasons. They belong to Teletoon and Cartoon Network. The alphabet theme isn't mine and is property of Frank15. The 52 OC's in this story however are mine so do not steal them.
The Warning: This chapter contains high speed racing, a car crash or two, a shameless fanservicey panty shot, slurs, some slightly emotional moments, a wee bit of love and the introduction of a major twist. You have been warned!
Note: I've read the latest strip of 'Survivor Fan Characters 9' and all I can say is … BEST COMIC EVER! Prescilla has now got ABSOLUTALLY ZERO chance of winning, let alone getting a single jury vote. And who was it to cause this? None other than the adorkable and useless at challenges Cherman! I knew he had it in him all along! Yeehaw! I eagerly await the next strip. SWSU Master, if you are reading this, I just want to say … great job! Totally awesome, the crowd had expectations and you delivered spectacularly! I salute you!
On another note; you all know that Opal can speak fluent Chinese and Catalan right? Well have you ever wondered what she is actually saying? Why not copy her speech and sue goggle translator to turn it into English … you may be a little surprised with what you see … ok, some of it is utter gibberish … but some is quite the opposite.
Wawanakwa Kart, start your engines!
Team Thunderbolt stood together as if sizing each other up. They hadn't even been a team for much over an hour yet they were going to have to work together to pull of a victory despite the fact some of them didn't know some of the others at all.
"Ok guys; are you ready to get racing?" Asked Cherry while bouncing excitedly on the spot.
"That I am dudette; that I am." Nodded Tyson.
"I've never driven a go-kart before; is it anything like driving a tractor?" Asked Zed. "Only that I'd rather not crash y'know."
"Me neither; crashing would probably be bad … or would it?" Said Opal as she thought for a moment. "…Yep; it'd be bad."
"Of course it would be; who in there right mind would want to crash a car?" Said Donny with a roll of his eyes.
"An insurance benefit crook." Stated Opal.
"… Whatever." Said Donny.
"She has a point though." Said Jill while glancing over at Team Graveyard, particularly at one of their members.
"Who are you looking at?" Asked Winnie curiously.
"Nobody; it's nothing." Said Jill.
Yannis tapped Winnie on the shoulder and pointed to Max. Winnie instantly got the message.
"Oh; you were separated from your crush by the merge." Said Winnie sympathetically. "Well; you're not the only person to lose someone, a few of us aren't with our best friends anymore; VayVay's on the other team."
"At least you've got your boyfriend though; as for me … it's ended before it could start." Muttered Jill.
"Things will turn out alright … you'll see!" Promised Winnie.
Confessional: Make an authorized U-Turn!
Winnie: I guess I should be thankful that Yannis is still with me; I really wouldn't have wanted to compete against him. What if my victory caused him to get voted off? And better yet; Tyson's now got Cherry on the team … for better or worse the first merge has officially happened.
Tyson: Being on a new team is pretty cool and all … but some friendships have been separated. I guess I have to accept its part of the game. Well; it seems fate has thrown me a freebie and put Cherry on my team. Totally awesome!
Jill: Well; I guess there is nothing to stop me from talking to Max between challenges. This could have gone a lot worse really.
"So; this is a race and we're going to have to go into pairs … has anybody got a preference on who they are with?" Asked Jill.
Winnie raised her hand.
"Don't worry Winnie; you and your boyfriend can ride together." Said Jill knowingly.
"How did you know I was going to say that?" Asked Winnie curiously.
"I just had a feeling." Smirked Jill.
"Cherry dudette; can I take your for a ride?" Asked Tyson to his crush and new team mate.
"Sounds skippy to me!" Nodded Cherry. "But I'm driving."
"Cool; fine by me." Smiled Tyson.
"I'll be with Opal; y'know, we're dating and all and I reckon driving is something that we could bond over." Said Zed while smiling at his girlfriend.
"You're such a gentleman, hahaha, but can I drive?" Asked Opal sweetly.
"Sure; I don't see any reason why not." Nodded Zed.
"I guess that leaves us together then." Said Donny to Jill.
"Looks like it; would you like to drive?" Asked Jill.
"It depends if I can reach the pedals." Stated Donny.
Confessional: Reach for the sky!
Cherry: This challenge is awesome! A car race and Tyson as my partner; Woohoo!
Opal: I hope I don't come last, hahahaha, I'll have to drive fast to make sure that doesn't happen.
Zed: I don't have experience with go-karts so I figured it'd be best to let Opal drive; she seems to know what she's doing. What's the worst that could happen?
"Well guys; looks like we're all a team now." Said Eddie while looking over his new team mates.
Team Graveyard were standing a distance away from Team Thunderbolt and were in a similar situation; getting used to their new competition that they didn't know that much about when compared to their original team mates.
"So; we've got three member of Team Everest, three member of Team Mongolia … and just two members of Team Savannah … quite a lot of pre team variety." Noted Imanda. "Looks like I'll be earning my 'get put on a team with variety represented by a bone' badge."
"Why would there even be a badge for that?" Asked Kim in confusion.
"The chipmunk scouts has a lot of unusual badges, you'll get used to it." Said Rheneas simply.
"What's so bad about being unusual? Unusualness is close to godliness." Said VayVay airily. "I happen to be delightfully insane."
"Just like I'm intelligently insane." Agreed Max.
"Like Psycho Mantis from Metal Gear Solid." Said Sasha while playing on her DS.
"Gears are dirty." Gagged Paul as he sprayed some air freshener.
"Does anybody have any experience at driving?" Asked Sasha. "Team Thunderbolt has Cherry so we'll need some good racers. I've played racing games, but I can't win on my own."
"I'm a pretty good driver." Spoke up Kim. "I think I might be useful at this challenge."
Confessional: Driver 3 totally sucked!
Sasha: It's not that I dislike Kim … but if she had been on the other team it'd be easier for me to get closer to Eddie.
Kim: I bet the nigger is upset that I'm still able to put the moves on her crush. Well, she can't do a thing about it. If she crosses me I could make her life miserable; in fact, if this were the nineteen twenties I could have her strung up on a tree without needing evidence.
Paul: I don't mind my new team mates, they seem quite nice. Also I'm quite thankful I'm still on the same team as VayVay, she's really nice…
Eddie: I'm no expert at driving go karts, so it looks like I'll be the passenger. As for my partner? I'd kinda like to be with Sasha this time.
"Ok; we're going to have to get into pairs since this IS a double dash race … if it's ok with you all I would very much like to boost along the track with Paul." Said VayVay.
"Fine by me." Smiled Paul.
"I'll be with Eddie; we make a great team." Said Kim before Sasha could.
"… Sure." Said Eddie as he caved in to his kinder nature when really he would have rather drove with Sasha.
"I'll be your passenger Sasha." Offered Max. "With your gaming knowledge and my skill at robotics, us finishing in first place is a definite conclusion."
"Sounds fun." Smiled Sasha. "Can I be the driver?"
"Of course." Nodded Max.
"I guess that leaves us as the final pair eh Imanda?" Said Rheneas as he flicked his lighter on and off. "Hopefully the car won't end up as a flaming wreck, even if that is the highlight of a race."
"I'm working on getting my 'go-kart driving' badge; could I be the driver?" Requested Imanda politely.
"Fine by me." Shrugged Rheneas.
"Ok then; we've got our pairs and we know the challenge. This is ur first challenge as Team Graveyard … so let's make it count!" Declared Max. "We're going to roll a natural twenty in winning!"
There was a short silence.
"I don't get it." Said Paul.
"It's a dungeons and dragons reference; you'll get used to it." Stated Imanda.
Confessional: You'll already be used to it if you've been reading since chapter 1.
Rheneas: So, a go-Kart race? Sounds pretty … tame. Hopefully nobody will crash. Unlike last season there isn't anybody left who is hands down hatable like Nakia or Kasimar. I just hope Imanda's a good driver.
VayVay: My team is nicer than a feather duster tummy tickle … but since myself and Paul are the only member of Team Savannah here we may be at a slight disadvantage … oh rabble rousers!
Max: It would be a cruel irony if I was the reason my team wins this challenge and then Jill gets voted off … hopefully it won't come to that.
A few minutes later the sixteen contestants were ready to start their race; the eight drivers sat in the seats of the karts while the riders stood on the platforms at the back while holding onto the safety bar that had been set up between them and the seat. Team Graveyard was riding in black karts with a silver sheen while Team Thunderbolt would be driving yellow karts with a gold sheen.
"Get ready to lose to Cherry Skidley Zoom." Grinned Cherry to Rheneas and Imanda who were parked next to her.
"But we were born to burn baby." Shot back Rheneas in the way of friendly banter. "And why are you wearing that helmet?"
And true to Rheneas's word. Cherry was wearing a helmet, a blue and orange racer helmet to be precise which hid her messy and untamed curly brown hair.
"Because when it comes to races it always helps to look the part." Stated Cherry.
"She's right; why else would I be a rocker and dye my hair green?" Asked Tyson.
"I think it's handsome … what's your normal hair color by the way?" Asked Cherry curiously.
"Oh, it's blond … say, did you call my hair handsome?" Asked Tyson.
"Maaaaaybe." Giggled Cherry.
"Laugh while you can Cherry; me and Max are going to be harder to beat than Rusty Bucket Bay in Banjo Kazooie, particularly the engine room." Said Sasha with a smirk from the passenger platform of her kart.
Confessional: It's a hard level.
Sasha: Seriously; Rusty Bucket Bay … that one level; the level that stops you from breezing through a game. There was water where you could drown on the surface due to its pollution … and you would drown twice as quick as normal!
Donny: Let the race begin I suppose.
"Ok everyone; get ready to race!" Said Quana as she stood to the side of the track in a sexy pit stop girl outfit. "This is a three lap race around the circuit; the first team to have one of their karts finish the third lap will win the challenge; the losers will be voting somebody off."
"Nice outfit." Grinned Donny.
"Err, thanks ... but I'm taken." Mumbled Quana nervously. "Anyway; when I fire the starter pistol you shall start the race, so everyone get ready!"
The drivers revved the engines of the go-karts as Quana raised the starter pistol into the air.
"And just to clarify, I'm using blanks; I'm not as careless as Chris that I would actually use a real bullet." Stated Quana.
"Three"
"Two"
"One"
BANG!
"Go!" Hollered Quana.
Cherry and Tyson blasted out of the starting grid and into first place while the other seven drivers followed not too far behind at quite a decent speed.
"I hope nobody crashes." Murmured Quana.
"Nice outfit ya little slut!" Jeered Kasimar as he walked by.
Quana scowled at the bully.
"Asshole." Muttered Quana. "Maybe it is a bit revealing … but it's a hot day anyway."
Confessional: Patch's armpits are a place you DON'T want to take a pit stop!
Kasimar: I may not be in the competition anymore so I don't really have anything to gain from tormenting everyone … but it's just plain fun to see people in tears. If I can reduce somebody to suicide I think I might get a hard on, Yahahahaha!
"Alright! We're in first place!" Cheered Cherry as she speedily drove her kart down the course at a high speed. "Let's keep it as such."
"Right on dudette; do you think we could win the race?" Asked Tyson from the platform at the back of the kart.
"Hopefully; fast and not sleepy wins the race and I'm both of those things." Nodded Cherry as she saw a turn coming up. "Hold on tight; I'm gonna try and power slide."
Tyson had a good idea of what Cherry was going to do and held on very tightly.
"Here we go!" Wooped Cherry as she turned hard and shifted her weight to one side of the go-kart.
The kart quickly drifted around the corner without losing any speed at all; Tyson sighed in relief when it was over.
"Thanks for warning me; if you hadn't I might have flew off and hurt myself." Said Tyson gratefully.
"Not a problem; when in a race I focus on safety, you can't be a team if your team mate is in a coma." Stated Cherry.
"An excellent point." Agreed Tyson.
"See you at the finish line." Said Sasha teasingly as she and Max passed them.
"Not on my watch; I do declare that I'm coming in first place." Declared Cherry as she floored it and sped up her kart to full speed and quickly overtook Max and Sasha, though she was only a meter or tow in the lead, less than a tenth of a second ahead of her opponents.
"The race is on; if only we were giants; they can move further per turn." Stated Max.
Confessional: Brum!
Cherry: Ah speed, one of life's true joys.
Max: It was only a matter of time before Cherry got ahead of us again; seriously, she handles her kart like an expert … I guess it's to be expected.
Sasha: … Cherry sure is fast…
Max continued to drive while Sasha stood on the passenger platform.
"Keep driving Max; we've got to catch up to Cherry." Urged Sasha.
"I'm trying; but I don't want to put you in any danger by going too fast." Explained Max.
"I'll be fine; I've got a strong grip." Assured Sasha with a smile. "But it's nice to see you're considerate of other people."
"It's in my nature." Stated Max.
"You'll make a girl quite happy someday." Giggled Sasha.
Max blushed and mumbled something.
"Something on your mind?" Asked Sasha as they drove up an uphill part of the course.
"Well; I kinda have a thing for Jill. I was going to ask her out today and get rejected, but now we're on separate teams." Explained Max. "She's really something."
"What makes you so sure she'd reject you?" Asked Sasha. "I may not know Jill too well; but I've seen her glance at you from time to time."
"Really?" Asked Max hopefully.
"Yep; just be yourself and be confident; girls love it when a guy has confidence." Giggled Sasha girlishly.
"You sound like you have a crush of your own." Mused Max.
Now it was Sasha's turn to blush.
"Well … I like Eddie; he's so handsome and nice, plus he's got muscles … mmm, muscles." Said Sasha dreamily. "I bet he looks great without a shirt … err … anyway! My problem is that Kim likes him too … its kind of a love triangle that thankfully doesn't involve werewolves and vampires."
"Agreed; Twilight is shat." Agreed Max. "Hmm, I would recommend just being yourself, a sexy gamer girl with enough sass to slay a dragon."
"…Oh, I'm sexy am I?" Smirked Sasha.
"Well you're kinda curvy but … err … forget I said that." Mumbled Max.
"The way you slip up when talking to girls is cute, we're nothing to be afraid of. Jill sure is lucky that you like her." Smiled Sasha before looking ahead. "Hey look; we're catching up to Cherry and Tyson again!"
"Excellent." Said Max.
Confessional: Mr. Burns!
Max: Turns out I'm not too bad at driving; maybe I could build a car sometime.
Sasha: And thus began the battle for first place.
"Whoa Kim; you really are pretty good at driving." Said Eddie sounding impressed.
"Well, I wouldn't lie to you, you know that." Smiled Kim falsely. "So; what do you think of being on a new team? I think it's going to be a lot of fun.
Confessional: Fun for everyone or just fun for her?
Kim: By that I meant fun for me, fun when I manipulate everyone into hating each other. …Hopefully I can eliminate one of the niggers within two or three days.
"I like the new team set up so far; it's nice that I've still got you and Sasha; though now we've got to compete against Cherry, Opal and Zed, out team has been split right down the middle. But everyone seems pretty solid so I feel that we've got a good few days ahead of us, though eventually the game will become a free for all and we'll have to look out for ourselves." Said Eddie while hanging onto the safety bar as Kim went over a bump.
"Ah, but that is no match for wishful thinking." Said Kim in a purposeful bubbly voice. "All of what was Team Mongolia may make the merge. We could all be the final six!"
"You never know." Mused Eddie.
"Do you think you stand a good chance at winning the game Eddie?" Inquired Kim.
"I can certainly give it a go; but there are sixteen of us, fifteen vs me. It's going to be quite a large hurdle to cross. I'd like to win, but really, I'd be happy simply getting to the final ten."
"I would too." Agreed Kim. "I'm hoping to prove that just because I have big breasts and I'm a bit flirty it doesn't mean I'm a slut."
"You're not a slut." Said Eddie kindly.
"Thank you Eddie; that means a lot." Smiled Kim with a giggle.
Confessional: Just like the dictionary definition for the word 'many'. *rimshot*
Kim: I don't care what people think of me; I admit I'm kinda a slut; I sleep around and I love it. I'm the hottest girl here and I intend to use that to my full advantage.
Eddie: Kim seems to be a little insecure, that's what she's coming across as anyway. But still; she can take care of herself pretty well and she's a good driver. Don't tell Kim this … but Sasha is just special to me. I'm not really sure how to tell her I'm not really interested … if only I was as good a girl whisperer as I am a detective.
"Wah! Opal! Slow down!" Wailed Zed as he held onto the safety bar of the kart.
"But if I slow down then we won't win the race." Reasoned Opal as she drove speedily along the track and hardly in a straight line. "I don't want you to get voted off if I don't go fast enough; I'd never forgive myself…"
"But you should value your personal safety m'lady; I wouldn't want you to crash; I'd be able to jump clear but you might not, being that you have a seatbelt and all." Explained Zed.
"Ok, hahahahaha, I'll go a little slower." Promised Opal as she slowed down a little. "I guess it could be worse; not like we're in last place or anything … do you see that?"
Zed looked up ahead and saw a ramp that had been set up.
"Err … Opal … maybe we should avoid it."
"C'mon Zed; where's your sense of adventure?" Grinned Opal.
"I am adventurous; I'm good at horse riding.2 Said Zed.
"Then you won't mind some air time then, let's go! Hahahahahaha!"Cheered Opal as she sped up the kart and headed towards the ramp. "Hold on tight."
"Are you sure this is safe?" Asked Zed.
"Just trust me Zig Zag Zed." Said Opal sweetly.
"Ok Opal, I trust ya." Nodded Zed as he gripped the safety bar.
"Then let's do this!" Cheered Opal as she drove the kart at the ramp and become airborne. "Yeeeehaaaaw!"
"Woohoo!" Whooped Zed as they landed. "That was mighty fun; your sense of adventure is just one of the reasons O love you m'lady."
Opal just giggled shyly in response as she tried to focus on driving.
Confessional: Are there any jokes about ramps?
Opal: I really like how Zed doesn't mind my quirks … he's such a nice guy. (Opal swoons and giggles.
Zed: Dating Opal is sure making me adventurous … I'm loving it!
"You're really good at driving Yannis; do you have your license?" Asked Winnie while Yannis drove their kart at a speedy pace around the course.
Yannis nodded as he turned around a corner.
"What type of car do you have? … Is it a Peugeot?" Guessed Winnie.
Yannis nodded and made a head gesture that seemed to mean 'good guess'.
"When I was little I used to pronounce Peugeot as 'Peg Nut' … we sure do funny things when we are young don't we?" Giggled Winnie.
Yannis silently laughed at his girlfriend's amusing anecdote as Rheneas and Imanda drove up beside them.
"Quick Imanda; let's burn some rubber!" Said Rheneas as they drove past there opponents.
"With pleasure." Nodded Imanda as she sped up her kart.
"Quick Yannis; they're getting away!" Yelled Winnie while lightly bouncing on the spot.
Yannis made a motion with his left hand that seemed to mean 'not for long' and quickly accelerated to catch up with Rheneas and Imanda.
Confessional: Death Race without the death!
Yannis: (He holds up a piece of paper which says 'I'm more of a 'Sunday driver' than a racer … but if I need to be fast to win … then so be it'.)
Yannis quickly passed Rheneas and Imanda and sped further along the course.
"This is starting to become like a road runner cartoon." Noted Rheneas.
"Yeah; these karts are really fast." Agreed Imanda as she looked back at Rheneas while still driving. "I wonder who's in first place."
"Err … Imanda." Said Rheneas with wide eyes.
"Mmm?" Said Imanda while still facing Rheneas.
"Watch out!" Yelled Rheneas.
Imanda turned back to face the road; she saw they were hurtling straight for a wall.
"Aaaaah!" yelped Imanda as she tried to steer out of the way.
It was too late.
Rheneas jumped clear at the last second while the kart crashed into the wall which sent Imanda up into the air and down to the ground with a painful thud.
"Whoa, that as close." Said Rheneas as he got back to his feet.
"Owww … looks like I'll be getting my 'crash into a brick wall while riding a high speed go-kart' badge." Said Imanda as her eyes span in circles.
"Well; looks like our kart is totaled." Said Rheneas while looking at the crashed kart. "I guess we're out of the race."
"Now what?" Asked Imanda.
"… Wanna get some cereal?" Asked Rheneas.
"MMMMM!" Grinned Imanda.
Confessional: Cereal is awesome!
Imanda: I once read a story online written by some guy called 'TheCheesebub' and it had a lot of cereal metaphors. Let's see if I can make one … err … the way our kart crashed was as crunchy as a bowl of Kellogg's frosties and it is now as useless as an empty cereal box … how was that?
Rheneas: It's hard being a go-kart.
"Can you feel the celestial wind in your face? That is the greatest joy of a race." Said VayVay as she leisurely drove along the course.
"But what about winning the race?" Asked Paul from the passenger platform.
"I doubt we'll be able to catch up to Cherry … and besides; there is a whole lot more to racing than just winning." Said VayVay wisely. "There is also snacks to keep your audience happy and all that doo dah."
"True; though I don't like corn dogs, they're too greasy and crispy." Sad Paul.
"Well it is American food." Joked VayVay. "Greasiness is close to godliness."
"If you say so." Smiled Paul.
As VayVay went back to concentrating on driving Paul smiled at his crush. Though he wouldn't admit it to anyone he was growing very fond on the oddball hippie; she was easy going, kind hearted, funny and had a sense of humor that was delightful … if not a little hard to understand at times. Not only that but Paul thought she was a very pretty girl. All of this was confusing to Paul; he had never felt about a girl this way before, usually he never even went near another person due to his extreme germaphobia.
"Everything ok Paul?" Asked VayVay. "You've been silent for two minutes now; we're on the second lap."
"Oh, right, my mind was elsewhere." Said Paul.
"What were you thinking about? I love thinking about thoughts; it make for such thoughtful thinking." Said VayVay dreamily.
"Oh … I was … just thinking about someone." Said Paul nervously.
"Really? Who was it?" Inquired VayVay curiously.
"… Santa Clause." Said Paul as that was the first name that came into his head.
"Ah Santa; the ultimate Good Samaritan. If he was real I would love to work for him; good working conditions, flexible working hours, high pay and above all, safety," Said VayVay before adding. "I bet I'd look cute dressed as an elf."
"Indeed you would." Said Paul without thinking before quickly attempting to change the subject. "Err … so; what do you think of being on a new team?"
"First of all; thanks for calling me cute." Said VayVay with a faint blush. "And to answer your question you asked me while expecting an answer … I like this new team, so many new people to interact with, so much peace and grooviness top spread. I guess the loser cabin won't be needed anymore since there are only two teams and thus only two finishing positions; it's all or nothing, much like a cappuccino."
"I don't really like coffee, I prefer herbal tea." Said Paul while glancing at VayVay's top hat which somehow stayed balanced despite how fast they were going. "Nice hat."
"Thank you muchly; it's nice isn't it?" Said VayVay appreciatively. "I wear it because not only is it stylish and fun … but it feels like a sort of extended part of me."
"Your poeticness is really something." Said Paul nicely.
"… Thanks." Said VayVay shyly.
Confessional: Red hot red headed love!
Paul: (He is scrubbing around the confessional).Some people may find VayVay hard to understand … I think her unique way of looking at things is really cool.
VayVay: I think Paul likes me … where should I take our friendship from here? I would like to date him … but I would also like to know where his Germaphobia comes from, I'm sure he will tell me when he is ready … but I am still curious.
"If only I could have reached the pedals." Muttered Donny. "I would have kind of liked to drive the kart."
"Oh lighten up Donny; we're not in last and we're making good progress on the second lap." Said Jill as she drove quickly down a straightway and over a bump.
"It's ironic you're telling me to lighten up when you're labeled the Sarcastic Chick." Noted Donny.
"It's even more ironic that I'm a 'self-confessed pinkoholic'." Giggled Jill. "Irony; it's a wonderful thing."
"You know' we're at a bit of a disadvantage." Said Donny suddenly.
"What makes you say that?" Asked Jill.
"Our team is made of three former Team Mongolia members, three from Team Savannah … and then just the two of us from Team Everest. I've seen shows that do this kind of thing, like Survivor, and usually those in the minority become easy pickings for the majority. What's to stop the others from teaming up and taking us out?" Explained Donny intelligently.
Jill was silent; Donny had made a very good point.
"I'm sure there will be a way to turn the tide of things." Said Jill hopefully. "Who knows; the others might come for us to get swing votes, and besides, what if the others don't work together anymore? Inevitably somebody won't be loyal to their original team anymore."
"Another good point … ah! Watch out for that squirrel!" yelled Donny as a squirrel scampered onto the road.
Jill swerved to avoid the squirrel but ended up hitting the side of the track. She and Donny were sent flying out of the kart and into the air.
RIP!
There as a ripping sound as they flew through a tree; Donny ended up clutching a branch nine feet off the ground while Jill lay on the ground.
"Stupid squirrel." Muttered Jill in annoyance. "Great! Now we're out of the race."
Donny was about to respond but he instead simply stuttered ineligibly as his face turned red; though unlike usual it was actually out of embarrassment and not anger.
"What?" Asked Jill before glancing down and squeaking in alarm.
Her skirt had been completely torn off during the flight and now her bright pink silky panties were fully revealed.
"Can you help me down?" Asked Donny.
Jill's face had turned bright red and she dashed off back to the cabins faster than blinking.
"Great; now how am I going to get down?" Grumbled Donny while trying to push the image of Jill in her underwear out of his head.
Seeing that Jill wouldn't be coming back for a while Donny sighed.
"Hmm … it's not really that surprising that she wears pink." Mused Donny.
Confessional: Hubba hubba!
Donny: … What were the chance that would happen? Maybe I should thank the squirrel … don't look at me like that, I'm just joking.
Jill: (She now has a different skirt on). I'm a skirt type of girl … but there is always the danger of my panties becoming exposed … that actually wasn't the first time something like that has happened. … At least Max didn't see that.
"My nerd senses are tingling ... something has happened." Said Max as he drove the kart with Sasha riding on the passenger platform.
"What is it?" Asked Sasha curiously.
"I'm not sure … but something tells me it is to do with the color pink." Stated Max.
"Interesting; is that your sixth sense?" Asked Sasha.
"Actually it's my seventh; my sixth sense is the ability to accurately predict if my party stands a chance against a monster and calculating a new player's THAC0 almost instantly."
"Err … what's a THAC0?" Blinked Sasha.
"It's an acronym; it means 'To Hit Armor Class Zero'." Explained Max. "The higher the number the worse the armor … in second edition at least."
Confessional: The author once played Dungeons and Dragons … but he stopped since the dungeon master was a dickhead.
Sasha: How many editions of D&D are there anyway? It must be hard relearning the revised rules after each edition. Apparently the rules are more complicated than the coding for Epic Battle Fantasy 3.
Max: Second Edition is the best … but of course, it's a bit of a matter of opinion.
"Faster!" Cheered Tyson as he and Cherry sped along the course in first place. "This is totally awesome my friend; you are a true dudette!"
"Thanks Tyson; I've always considered myself a wild girl. From my messy hair to the fact I wear a racer outfit almost all the time … I'm like a human and female version of Lightning McQueen after he became nice. The movie Cars is about friendship and I'd do anything for my sisters of the road … And cool dudes like you of course."
"Thanks Cherry … you're pretty cool yourself, as cool as a cherry pie." Said Tyson in a mild flirting tone.
"Thanks; I appreciate the compliment … despite the fact that I'm allergic to cherries, ironic I know." Smiled Cherry while sounding slightly flattered. "If there is one good thing about being on this new team, it's the fact we're team mates now. I think we could go far if we work together."
"I like the sound of that; dudes 'til the end." Mused Tyson. "Still; I don't want to vote for Winnie and Yannis, it wouldn't be right … and Opal and Zed are dating so I don't really vote for them either … and Jill and Donny … well, voting for them since they are in the minority wouldn't be really cool, it'd be uncool."
"I agree; but eventually we're going to have to vote for our ex team mates … it could mean the difference between you staying on the island and walking the dock of shame … you might come back, but you shouldn't count on it." Said Cherry as she drifted around a corner.
"Uh oh, trouble at six O clock." Said Tyson.
"Would that be your clock or mine?" Asked Cherry.
"We both have the same clock … metaphorically that is; Max and Sasha are catching up!" Exclaimed Tyson.
"Then let's get boosting! If only we have some nitrous oxide for turbo like cars in fiction usually do." Lamented Cherry as she gripped the steering wheel tightly and pressed her foot hard on the acceleration pedal.
"Come on Max; if we beat them we'll be sleeping in the Champion Cabin and we can play video games … with Eddie as well." Added Sasha dreamily.
"I'm on it." Assured Max as he sped quickly after Tyson and Cherry while slowly but surely catching up to them.
Confessional: Wal-Kart! *rimshot*
Cherry: Nothing like an exciting race to get the adrenalin pumping. My body finds it kinda hard to produce adrenalin naturally, it only seems to happen during extreme sport and races and the like …. Fine by me!
Tyson: Dudes … Cherry is one awesome and cute dudette.
"Hey Opal; have you ever been go-karting before?" Asked Zed curiously as he and Opal drove along, now in a less hap-hazard way.
"Oh, not really. I mean, there have been a number of go-karting parties people in my school have held, hahahahaha, but I've never been invited to any of them." Said Opal with a small tone of sadness.
"I reckon I don't know why, you're fun to be around." Said Zed while gently stroking Opal's silky soft blue and green hair.
"I'm touched that you think so Zed, hahaha, but aren't I too hyper for you? I mean, you are probably used to living a quiet life in the country right?" Asked Opal.
"This is true; but I came to the show to make friends, experience new things and enjoy myself … and you are helping me do all of those things at once m'lady." Said Zed supportively. "I reckon the world would be a very boring place if everyone were the same. It's like my Ma says, 'If we were all the same then the world would be a shame'."
"I like to meet your mum; she sounds cool." Said Opal as she turned sharply around a corner.
"Well; I'd like to meet your family too; I bet they're just as fun as you." Smiled Zed.
"Well; my mummy and daddy are really nice, but they're a little, hahahaha, more subdued than me … ok, a LOT more." Admitted Opal. "But they're great parents all the same, I woe them a lot, hahaha. They care about me in spite of my flaws."
"I reckon I don't see any flaws about you Opal; you're beautiful both inside and out. Even if you did have flaws I'd love you for who you are, because of everyone's appearance was based on who they were as a person you'd be as pretty as an angel … I reckon." Said Zed as he stopped stroking Opal's hair.
"Zed; if I weren't driving I'd kiss you." Said Opal while blushing bright red. "You really know how to give T.L.S, tender loving care."
"I just do what comes natural to me." Said Zed modestly.
Confessional: Natural talent!
Opal: Ningú com sóc jo de tornada a casa ... Zed, però a mi, que em fa sentir especial. Em lieks més de tots a l'escola junts.
"Do you think we're anywhere near the racers in front Eddie?" Asked Kim as she drove along quickly.
"I'm not sure; but I would think we're not too far behind. At the very least nobody has lapped us yet." Said Eddie. "Out of our Team I'm pretty sure Sasha and Max are in first … they have tough opposition."
"Who?" Inquired Kim.
"Cherry and Tyson." Said Eddie simply. "And Cherry is the one who is driving."
"Oh dear." Said Kim in fake worry.
"I'm know that Paul and VayVay are behind us … but I haven't seen Rheneas and Imanda in a while. Do you think they crashed?" Asked Eddie with some concern.
"Hopefully they broke their spines." Thought Kim. "I'm sure they are fine; you just have to think positive to get you through tough times."
"You're right Kim; and who knows, we might even win the challenge. That'd be good for team morale." Greed Eddie.
"I totally agree." Smiled Kim.
"See you later!" Cheered Winnie teasingly as she and Yannis drove past. "Talk to the tail because the face ain't listening!"
Winnie swished her kitty tail attached to her belt a few times and waved.
"If she wants a race I'll give her a race." Said Kim as she sped up quickly which almost caused Eddie to lose balance.
"Easy there Kim; slow and steady wins the race." Stated Eddie.
"The turtle only won because the hare fell asleep; and none of our opponents are gonna fall asleep are they?" Reasoned Kim.
"… Hmm, an excellent point." Nodded Eddie.
Confessional: Meanwhile a blunt pencil is not an excellent point. *rimshot*.
Kim: Keeping up this innocent girly girl routine is #bleep# dumb; but it is necessary. Eddie calls himself a detective … and yet he cannot figure out the true me. I weep for his parents; they probably wish they had aborted him. (Kim giggles girlishly).
Eddie: I usually get a tingle behind my ears when something doesn't feel right … and I'm getting now. I'll have to keep an eye on things to see what it means … or maybe I'm just being a little bit paranoid.
"Well; this is a bit boring." Said Donny as he sat on the bleachers by the side of the track watching the rest of the race continue.
"I know; I kinda got a bit distracted during the race … and I crashed." Mumbled Imanda.
"Me and Jill crashed when a squirrel jumped out in front of us." Grumbled Donny. "I'm liking squirrels a little bit less now … and don't even say that there is a badge for a squirrel related calamity."
"Don't worry; there isn't." Assured Imanda.
"I'm just glad nobody saw me on my way back to the cabins." Said Jill.
"Why, what happened?" Asked Imanda.
"…" Jill didn't respond.
"Probably something embarrassing." Said Rheneas as he flicked his lighter on and off. "At least her skirt didn't get ripped off, that'd be bad."
"… That's exactly what happened." Muttered Jill.
"… Oh, my bad." Mumbled Rheneas.
"It wasn't all bad." Said Donny. "You've probably got a few more fans now.
"Not funny." Said Jill flatly.
Confessional: About as funny as 'Hiel honey I'm home' … just look it up, it has to be seen to be believed; it is THAT bad.
Donny: So; Max is the only remaining member that was once on Team Everest to still be in the race … never under estimate nerds I suppose.
Imanda: I never said I actually earned my 'go-karting' badge did I? … Maybe I should have just let Rheneas drive.
Rheneas: I'm not exactly that good at driving … I keep trying to forget the 'stock car incident' back in 3rd grade. Still; I wouldn't have looked away from the road while I was driving.
"Ok Zed; we're on the last lap! I'm gonna speed up so hold on tight." Grinned Opal.
"Will do m'lady." Nodded Zed as he gripped the safety bar.
Opal skidded onto a straightway and began to turbo down the track.
"Opal, I don't think we'll be able to get first place, we're too far behind." Said Zed while holding on tight. "Besides, I reckon Cherry has things under control; she's a racer after all."
"Correct as always Zig Zag Zed; but it doesn't mean we can't go fast and have fun during what's left of the challenge does it?" Asked Opal with a big smile.
"I suppose it doesn't." Agreed Zed.
Confessional: Monster trucks have a poor fuel efficiency.
Zed: Opal sure knows how to have fun. Though I reckon a 'cactus hugging contest' isn't really something I want to try. Pop once fell on a cactus … he was mighty sore.
Opal: In my opinion life is about having fun; enjoying yourself is practically a rule of the world.
"I don't think we're going to win the race Yannis." Said Winnie. "But it's been a fun challenge; working with you is a lot of fun."
Yannis nodded in complete agreement as he carefully steered around another corner of the race track.
"Hey look! I think we're catching up to Opal and Zed." Said Winnie as she pointed further along the race track.
Sure enough Opal and Zed were very nearby and looked like they were just racing for fun since it was too late to catch up.
"Shall we see if we can beat them?" Asked Winnie with a genki smile.
Yannis nodded as he pressed down no the accelerator. They very quickly reached full speed as they drove past the nutty Chinese girl and the farm boy.
"Hi Yannis." Waved Zed.
"Don't say 'Hi' to them Zed; they're on the opposing team." Said Opal.
"No reason to not be nice." Reasoned Zed.
"Hmm, good point my lovely Zed." Nodded Opal. "But still; we cannot let them beat us, let's drive!"
Opal quickly sped up until she and Zed were neck and neck with Winnie and Yannis.
"Hi guys; err, we're gonna be overtaking you now if, err, that is alright with you." Stated Zed.
"We may not be able to win the race; but how about we race each other just for fun?" Asked Winnie.
"You're on!" Declared Opal.
The two couples drove their cars down the long straightway, laughing and bantering as they went; it was all good, after all, if was simply in the name of fun.
Confessional: Lets go out for a Sunday drive!
Yannis: (He holds up a piece of paper that says 'Winnie is really beautiful when the wind is blowing her hair about. She's very pretty'.)
Winnie: Maybe when me and Yannis start going on dates we could make one of them go karting; that'd be fun. But first we'd be going to the kitty club. (Winnie giggles).
Opal: Ah; a race between couples ... that'd be a good Disney movie!
Yessica: I agree with Opal; I'd go and see that movie if it were real. It could be called 'love on the highway' … or something.
"So Paul; what will you do with the million dollars if you win?" Asked VayVay curiously in her usual dreamy tone.
"I'd buy a whole lot of cleaning supplies and a bubble to protect me from diseases and germs." Said Paul while flinching as he saw a mud puddle off to the side of the track.
"That sounds a little boring; I'd finance a holiday to a rainforest and see all the wonderful flowers and meet the natives. It would be as breath taking as choking on water." Said VayVay with a twinkle in her eyes. "You could come too if you wanted to."
"No thanks; I'm not really a very outgoing guy, but thank you for the offer." Said Paul while adjusting his neck chief with one hand.
"Are you sure? It would be wonderful to watch the stars and see fireflies come out at night." Persisted VayVay.
"Well; it sounds nice … but I wouldn't be able to cope with the germs and the mud. You'd have more fun without me." Stated Paul.
"Well, if you're sure … though this is all theoretically speaking of course." Said VayVay while going over a bump. "Still; I'd kinda like to know why you fear germs so much. I may be able to help you with it; but I'd need to know where it originated from.
Paul looked conflicted; on one hand he would have liked to tell VayVay his reasons for his extreme fear of germs … and on the other hand … talking about it was taboo to him, it bought tears to his eyes whenever somebody bought it up.
"I'd rather not talk about it; I will when I'm ready … someday … but today is not that day." Said Paul hesitantly. "Let's just say germs caused me to lose half of myself."
VayVay pondered on what that might mean for a moment before nodding in acceptance.
"That's fine Paul; if you do not feel ready to talk that's fine. For now let us enjoy the feeling of wind in our faces from this fast case of momentum." Said VayVay in a very soothing voice.
Confessional: Yippy hippie! That rhymes!
VayVay: I can sense that Paul's germaphobia comes from a traumatic past event of some kind … but what exactly did he mean by 'losing half of himself'? I aim to be able to interpret that metaphor and understanding the flapdoodle behind it … whatever it may be.
Paul: I'm sorta surprised that VayVay doesn't mind my germaphobia … it can sometimes annoy people believe it or not.
Kasimar: I can believe it. I wonder what his secret is … I hope it's something horrible as I truly love seeing other people in pain; the more suicide inducing the trauma the better! Seeing YOUNG blood spilt is a beautiful thing.
"I think we've got no chance of catching up now; it's gonna be between Sasha and Max and Cherry and Tyson, they're definitely the best racers here." Said Kim.
"Maybe so; but we might as well continue. Giving up is not a good habit, doing to too much can have a lot of nasty effects on someone such as a lack of motivation to do anything at all." Stated Eddie.
"Wise words from a very wise and very handsome man." Flirted Kim with a seductive purr.
Eddie looked nervous for a moment.
"Maybe you should focus on racing; flirting is fin and all … but I don't want us to crash." Said Eddie logically.
"Not a problem." Said Kim while inwardly feeling fairly frustrated.
Confessional: If it's not a problem then what is it?
Kim: Most guys would be under my seductive spell by now … why is Eddie so resistant? It's like throwing peas at a #bleep# elephant! Hmm, if I was to eliminate the Indian nigger then maybe he would be easier to sway.
"So Eddie." Began Kim. "What do you think of Sasha?"
"Well; she's a really nice girl. Her gaming addiction and knowledge of games is impressive … and sorta cute. She's a really sweet girl and, truth be told, I quite like her." Said Eddie with a smile to himself.
"I see." Said Kim in a pretend sad voice.
"Something wrong?" Asked Eddie as his caring side took over.
"Well; I kinda like you too." Said Kim in almost a whisper.
"I know, but I don't really want to end up upsetting anyone so I'm not sure what to do." Admitted Eddie.
"… You're the first guy who has treated me as more than a mere object." Admitted Kim, lying of course. "Do you think it's easy for me having … assets? I feel a connection with you."
While every one of Kim's words was a lie, Eddie didn't realize this due to his kinder nature being dominant at that moment. And even so, it would have been hard to realize it was a ruse since Kim was a very skilled liar.
"I'm sure things will work out." Said Eddie gently.
"I sure hope they will." Nodded Kim.
Confessional: Work out at the gym! *rimshot*
Eddie: So that's why Kim likes me? … I feel rather touched.
Cherry and Max were driving their karts neck and neck around the final stretch of the course. Tyson and Sasha were cheering their drivers on as the challenge had come down to this. As they drove around the final bend (Cherry drifted) they could see the finish line up ahead; this was going to be very, very close indeed.
"Quick Cherry; we can win this!" Encouraged Tyson.
"I'm afraid this is going to be Team Graveyards victory today." Stated Sasha and she and Max edged ever so slightly into first place.
The finish line was fast approaching and it looked like Teak Graveyard were going to win. When the finish line was about ten seconds away (if that) Cherry thought of a plan.
"Tyson; when I say 'now' lurch your body weight forwards." Ordered Cherry.
"Got it dudette." Saluted Tyson.
Three seconds passed and the finish line was very close. Cherry narrowed her eyes.
"Now!" Yelled Cherry.
Cherry and Tyson lurched their body weight forward which accelerated their kart slightly ahead of Max and Sasha as it sped over the lone. Their opponents crossed barley a second later.
"And Team Thunderbolt takes first place!" Yelled Quana as she waved the checkered flag while Spider sounded a loud air horn to signal that the challenge was over.
Confessional: Hand out the Grand Prix trophy!
Max: Well; I'm probably gonna be a target tonight … I didn't drive fast enough. (Max sighs).
Cherry: Bingo Wingo! We claimed first place and took names! Not only that but me and Tyson bonded a little; I liked today's challenge, it was da bomb!
A short while later Team Thunderbolt and Team Graveyard were gathered near the docks of Chernabog Island to listen to Spider and Quana announce the results before they headed back to camp at Wawanakwa Island.
"Ok then guys; we learnt a lot in this challenge, namely that slow and steady doesn't always win the race, I believe we have Cherry to thank for that." Said Spider while gesturing to the genki racer who had now taken her helmet off.
"You're very welcome." Said Cherry modestly.
"Thanks to Cherry and Tyson, Team Thunderbolt are today's winners. Good job you eight; you'll be sleeping in the Champion Cabin tonight." Smiled Quana. "Hopefully for you guys this'll be the start of a winning streak."
"As for you Team Graveyard … normally second place would be enough to avoid elimination … but as of today that is no longer the case due to all challenges being one on one. You will be seeing Barney as the Bonfire Ceremony tonight and will be spending the night in the Middle Place Cabin." Stated Spider. "We have no more business here so let's get back to Wawanakwa … though once we arrive there is something important we have to tell you that you might find interesting."
As the campers boarded the boat they couldn't help but wonder what it was that Spider had been talking about.
Confessional: Maybe it was fish?
Yannis: (He holds up a piece of paper that say, 'what could it be?'.
Jill: Maybe it's to do with a follow up solo immunity challenge like they have on other reality shows.
An hour or so later the campers were gathered in camp center; Spider and Quana looked like they had something really important to tell them.
"Ok you sixteen; now, there were two reasons we were off the island today. One was because the challenge was on another island … but the other was so that Wallace could hide something." Explained Spider. "Here is a picture of what he hid."
Quana reached into her pocket and took out a rolled up poster; she unrolled it and revealed a picture of a carved wooden idol in the shape of a letter A.
"See this? That is the Immunity Alphabet idol." Said Spider. "If you find that … you are going to be in a very good position because as long as you have it you cannot be voted out of the game."
Now everyone was interested and they listened attentively.
"Here's the idea; say you were at a Bonfire Ceremony and you got the most votes. Normally you'd be voted off … but not with the Immunity Alphabet Idol. If you have the idol then you can play it to make yourself immune to any votes, then the person with the second most votes will be eliminated. However; this is a one time sue item, once it ahs been used it will be taken out fo the game permanently, so if you're gonna use it … make it count." Explained Spider while grinning at the excited looks on the contestants faces. "But there are some rules that go with the idol."
"Mt little arachnid is right; for one, you cannot destroy the idol. Doing so, while not disqualifying you from the game, will earn an additional vote against you in every preceding Bonfire Ceremony in addition to any other votes, even if you are immune." Stated Quana.
The contestants thought this was reasonable, none of them planned on destroying it anyway.
"Second; you can give it to somebody else and you can steal it … however; you cannot take it by force, for example, ripping it out fo somebody's hands." Explained Quana.
This opened up more possibilities and the campers remained listening.
"Finally; if you are a skilled whittler, do not even try crating a fake. Barney was the one who made the Idol and he will know if the one you are playing is the same one he made or not. Trust me, it won't work. Fake's will be tossed into the fire and won't grant you immunity." Cautioned Quana.
"The idol is hidden somewhere on Wawanakwa Island; only Wallace knows where it is … and I doubt he's going to tell you. He has been sworn to secrecy lest he be force fed a tainted star fruit again." Stated Spider. "You can use it at any ceremony before the finals; in fact, you can even use it to save yourself from auto elimination. If so; then either the next worst performer will be eliminated, or if that cannot be determined then a toe breaker will be made."
"There is still half an hour before the ceremony; so if ant of you, votable tonight or into, want to look for it … feel free." Smiled Quana.
Confessional: An immunity Idol? What a plot twist!
Rheneas: An immunity Idol? If I could find that … my chances of winning this thing will go way up. But now it's time for the ceremony and I was unable to locate it. So I'll have to vote for the best. In any case … I vote for Imanda. I feel really bad about it; but she could have gotten us really hurt and if there is another driving challenge I really don't want to take that chance. Sorry Imanda, nothing personal.
Imanda: My first ceremony on Team Graveyard … I think I'll vote for Kim, she just seems to be the weakest of the team and I don't really know her anyway.
Paul: … I'm voting for Rheneas; he looks a little scary, plus he's a pyro. Nothing personal … but I don't want to risk anything getting burnt.
Kim: I'm voting for the Indian nigger; she needs to go for my game plan to succeed. And this immunity Idol sounds good, I'd better make sure I find it first.
Sasha: I heard Imanda and Rheneas talking about her crashing their kart by not paying attention to the road. By that logic, and the fact there may be another racing challenge that requires focus, I vote for Imanda.
The eight members of Team Graveyard sat around the Bonfire Ceremony Area waiting for Barney to arrive. The moon was out now and the stars were twinkling like the eyes of a kitty cat. After a few minutes of waiting Barney arrived with a tray of seven Golden Letters. He set the tray down on the oil drum and began to speak.
"Ahoy everyone! Welcome to your first Bonfire Ceremony yaaaar … well, you've all been here before, but it's your first one in this new team. Eh, you get the idea yaaaar." Shrugged Barney. "Before we get on to the votes … time for some questions."
All was silent for a couple of seconds.
"Max; in this new team … where do you think you stand in the pecking order yaaar?" Asked Barney.
"Well; I'm not known for my physical strength so I'm not really at the top … but at the same time I'm very good with robotics and my fellow Team Everest members will remember how I won the talent show … so to answer your question Barney, I'd say I'm around fourth overall." Said Max calmly.
"I see … Paul me heartie; looking around at your team mates … who troubles you the most?" Inquired Barney.
"Well; none of them really trouble me … but, sorry to say it, I'm not so sure about Rheneas, I mean, he's a pyro and pyro's aren't known for their friendliness." Stated Paul.
"I assure you I'm not like those that you see on TV" Insisted Rheneas. "All I've burnt so far are scraps of paper."
"Could that answer lead to something more yaaaar? We'll find out soon enough yaaar. … Kim; you were on Team Mongolia yesterday; as of today your old team has been split in half and now you sit here with Eddie and Sasha … how do you feel about that mermaid?" Asked Barney.
"Well; it's sad I now have to compete against Zed, Opal and Cherry … but maybe we could all make the next merge and be able to work together, almost like a sort of island team family. But I'm glad I ended up with Eddie; he's really nice." Said Kim with most of her words being lies.
"Imanda; you crashed your kart today like, sorry for saying it, a noob. What do you have to say in your defense?" Questioned Barney.
"All I can say is that I'm sorry I didn't pay more attention; next time I'll focus on the road more … if there is a next time." Said Imanda apologetically.
"Very well; I think enough has been said … so let's get handing out the golden letterz yaaar." Said Barney as he picked up a golden letter H. "When I call your name you may arise and claim your golden letter savvy? That means you are safe. If you don't receive one you'll be walking the plank! Now then, let u begin.
A few seconds of pure silence went by.
"VayVay"
"Eddie"
"Max"
"Paul"
"Sasha"
"Kim"
Rheneas and Imanda sat without a Golden Letter; Rheneas looked calm though inside his nerves were on edge. Imanda meanwhile adjusted her glasses and gulped. Barney picked up a Golden Letter E and continued.
"Imanda, Rheneas. You two have been team mates since the first team were formed … and now one of you is gonna get axed from the game yaaaar. I can say with no word of a lie that the final Golden Letter goes to…
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Rheneas grinned in relief and got up to claim his Golden Letter while Imanda sighed.
"Sorry Imanda … but that's the end of the line for you. If it's any consolation you've outlasted Irene last season and you've probably earned more badges in your time here." Said Barney nicely.
"… You know what; you're right Barney, I probably have." Said Imanda as her feelings of disappointment left her. "See you around guys; I understand the vote … now try and win the challenges, you've got a game to dominate!"
With a last wave to her team mates Imanda walked to the Dock of Shame; after walking down the dock she boarded the boat of losers which sped off into the night.
The remaining seven members of Team Graveyard turned to Barney.
"As for you seven; you are safe for now yaaar. Try your best to win next time because the fewer members you have the harder it will be to make a come back … you may leave, me hearties."
Barney left the area with the empty tray as the seven remaining members of Team Graveyard left for bed.
Spider and Quana stood on the dock of shame as the moon shone bright moon rays down at the water which made beautiful reflections.
"The two new teams have barley been formed and already Imanda has been voted out. Hopefully there is a badge for placing sixteenth in a reality show." Said Quana with a small giggle. "We are now down to fifteen campers but we still have a lot of the contest to go."
"So will Team Graveyard make a comeback? What is it that Paul is hiding? Who will be the lucky person to find the immunity alphabet idol? And who will be the twelfth person voted off?" Asked Spider rhetorically.
"Find out next time on Total Drama Letterama!" Cheered Quana.
Votes
Eddie: Imanda
Imanda: Kim
Kim: Sasha
Max: Paul
Paul: Rheneas
Rheneas: Imanda
Sasha: Imanda
VayVay: Imanda
Imanda: 4
Rheneas: 1
Kim: 1
Sasha: 1
Paul: 1
Team Graveyard: Eddie, Kim, Max, Paul, Rheneas. Sasha, VayVay
Team Thunderbolt: Cherry, Donny, Jill, Opal, Tyson, Winnie, Yannis, Zed
Former Team Everest: Donny, Jill, Max, Rheneas
Former Team Mongolia: Cherry,. Eddie, Kim, Opal, Sasha. Zed
Former Team Savannah: Paul, Tyson, VayVay, Winnie, Yannis
Voted Off: Gordon, Lankston, Helen, Quarla, Fripp, Nina, Alice, Ulric, Bishop, Xyly, Imanda
And that ends Imanda's time in the contest. I found Imanda to be quite a decent character; her funny badges were a good running joke and she was a good supporting protagonist and a generally nice girl. However, this is where she was scheduled to go … for better or worse.
Next Time: The campers are on fishing boats out at sea trying to find treasure chests.