Okay, let's get this next chapter over with. This is going to be a very musical chapter, so it isn't going to be that long, as most of the challenge will be simple singing.
I am sorry this took so long, but since all except one camper had to sing a song, it took time to write all of this. Also, it was hard to write because…well, you'll see.
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All was quiet in the plane. As the numbers continued to thin, the contestants began to go off by themselves to think about how they would get further into the game. The only exceptions to this rule were Team Storm and the remains of Team Vent, who still stuck together. The players who did not belong to an alliance, however, often stayed alone.
Bronzong glanced up from a magazine, frowning to himself. "Has anyone seen Ninetales today?"
Not that he cared, of course- but a good impression never hurt him. If Gardevoir and her gang wanted to believe he was a nice person, then they could only blame themselves when he completely destroyed them.
"She's been antisocial for a while now, bro," said Banette.
"Can you blame her, though?" asked Gardevoir. "It's obvious that's not how she wanted things to end."
"Well, we CAN blame her," pointed out Mismagius. "If she had just told Arcanine no from the start, this wouldn't have happened."
"Mismagius, that's not fair," pointed out Froslass.
"No, she's right," said Gardevoir. "Ninetales should've either broken up with Houndoom or told Arcanine no. It's her fault. I'm her friend, and I admit it."
"I mean, suppose Mismagius got voted off and then Gardevoir started hitting on me, and I never acknowledged Missy as my girlfriend still," said Banette. "Would that be right?"
"Well, that's different," said Froslass. "Gardevoir KNOWS you're dating Mismagius."
"Touché," admitted Banette.
"Well, hopefully we don't get another person pulling a Pidgeotto," said Gardevoir, shrugging her shoulders.
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"I always…heh…found that term kind of funny," said Banette, giggling. "I mean I felt bad for Pidgeot back then, but still…"
He stopped laughing. "She's not gonna see this is she?"
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"Attention, campers! I hate to be the one that ends your fun socializing-," said Mew's voice.
"Bet you don't," muttered Banette.
"But I would like to announce that we have nearly arrived at our next stop. So if you would kindly take off any seatbelts that you're wearing, I will dump you out of the plane now."
"You never GAVE us any seatbelts!" snapped Mismagius.
"Oh…wow, I am such a good planner…"
The doors opened wide as Mew tipped the plane to the side. All of the campers rolled out of the windows, screaming loudly.
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"I hate this show," growled Hypno.
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"Welcome, campers!" shouted Mew, smiling. They were standing in front of a massive building with a tower at the top. Surrounding them was a large city with many streets and houses. The entire city had a golden hue to it. "Today's challenge will be done in Goldenrod City!"
"Let me guess," said Froslass. "It's NOT going to be shopping."
"Good job, Froslass, you're finally understanding the cruel way my mind works," said Mew, nodding in approval.
"Typical," muttered Ninetales.
"If you could follow me inside, I'll explain what's going on!"
Mew and Mewtwo walked into the building, followed by the contestants. Leading them up some staircases, the campers found themselves staring at a recording room.
"This is the Radio Tower," explained Mew. "Any kind of broadcast throughout the Johto region is broadcasted in this very room. And this room is going to be the fun location of our challenge!"
DING!
Everyone groaned.
"I'm just kidding, party poopers," said Mew, snickering. "You'll enjoy this. You all don't have to sing a song together today!"
"What?" asked Banette. "Are you serious?"
"Freedom!" said Mismagius. "Salvation!"
"Explosions!" said Wooper, grinning.
Everyone looked at him.
"Of joy," he added quickly.
"Don't get your hopes up," said Alakazam, sighing. "He has some trick up his sleeve."
"Ding ding, we have a winner!" said Mew. "And that's right! Because instead of singing a song TOGETHER…you all have to sing one by yourselves!"
"WHAT?" yelled the campers.
"Oh hell no," said Bronzong. "You made me do a solo once. Never again-"
"Automatic elimination is right around the corner, Bronzong," said Mew, chuckling.
"I hate you."
"So, here's how it works," said Mew. "You get to write a song yourself. I give you an hour. You can do a remix of an old song if you so choose. For example, if Ninetales wanted to remix "Here We Go", she could. Just don't make it too similar to the original, because that's just boring and stupid. You also have the option to write a new song, but that's probably more difficult. Any questions?"
Banette raised a hand. "What if two people remix the same song?"
"Not allowed," said Mew. "You submit the song to me when you've finished it, and tell me if it's a remix or not. If a second person submits a newer version of a song someone already remixed, then I have to reject the second person. It's just how it goes!"
Wooper bounced up and down. "Are duets allowed? Or can people work together?"
"Nope!" said Mew. "Diglett doesn't need your help to sing, anyways! Now it's YOUR time to shine alone! Only solos are allowed."
"Damn," muttered Bronzong. "I was hoping I had a chance at getting a partner."
"Not on my watch, bell brain," said Mew. "Now get writing! We'll be live on air in an hour!"
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"I know exactly what I'm going to do!" said Diglett.
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"A remix would probably be my best option…after all, I was in a duet that no one else knows about…," said Alakazam, nodding to himself.
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"Oh man…," moaned Ninetales. "I'm no poet."
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"Shouldn't be TOO difficult," said Froslass.
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Wooper grinned. "I've got this!"
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Hypno smirked. "I can surely use this as an opportunity to cause some mischief. Heh heh…"
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Hitmonlee was bouncing around the confessional. "I am ready to ROCK! YAHOO!"
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"A remix could get rejected for being boring and stuff, and someone else could do the same thing…a new song would probably be my wisest choice," said Banette, nodding to himself.
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Gardevoir sighed. "Well, I'll do my best."
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"I hate Mew," said Mismagius.
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Bronzong was banging himself on the side of the confessional.
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"And your hour is UP!" said Mew. "Anyone who HASN'T submitted a song, let's get moving!"
Froslass and Bronzong hurried up with their songs, and dropped them into a box in Mew's hands.
"So, let me just shuffle this around a bit," said Mew, shaking the box. Once he finished, he reached inside. "And the first up is…Bellsprout!"
"What?" asked everyone.
"Just a joke," said Mew, snickering. "Unfortunately, I don't have Bellsprout here to make him go first! The first up is…Diglett!"
Diglett was pushed into the recording booth by Wooper. The poor mole trembled.
"I'm DONE FOR!" he whispered.
"Let's get started!" said Mew. "Three, two, one…go!"
((Author's Note: The first of MANY songs this chapter. Argh. But I digress, Diglett's song is a remix of "Dig It!" from the Underground chapter. I imagine this one to be slightly faster and more intense than the original. This version is called "Diggin' It! Diglett Style!"))
Diglett: Ladies and gents…husbands and wives…
Diglett's got a song that's gonna change your lives!
Listen up, I'm back again!
This time without my two friends!
I'm lookin' pretty small and pretty weak!
But this time, I'm ready to go!
I'll make it to the top of this show!
There's a million dollar prize, that's what I seek!
I'm trapped in this room…
It's time for me to face my doom…
And I don't know…
WHAT I AM GONNA DO?
But I can dig it!
Singing in this tower!
I can dig it!
Gonna show you all my power!
I may lose after a while!
But I will go down with style!
Just dig it!
I can dig it…yeah…
I'm gonna keep going, keep moving on!
I'll rock the world of Pokémon!
I'm cranking it up, I'm ready to groove!
I think I'm pretty cool!
I'm not some spineless, limbless fool!
Although it's a bummer that I can't really move…
I'm trapped in this room…
It's time for me to face my doom…
And I don't know…
WHAT I AM GONNA DO?
But I can dig it!
Singing in this tower!
I can dig it!
Gonna show you all my power!
I may lose after a while!
But I will go down with style!
Just dig it!
Just dig it…yeah, RAP TIME!
Diglett (Rapping): Every day I know
That I'm still stuck on this show
And I don't really know if I'm ever gonna go
But I know I've got a passion
And my wheelbarrow's in fashion
And I'm probably gonna just go with the flow
I kind of think it's great
Maybe winning is my fate
But I really,really hope it's not too late
To apologize…to Trapinch!
Because I was kind of a jerk…
(Short Instrumental, rap section ends)
NOW LET'S REALLY KICK IT!
WAIT, MY FEET ARE STUCK IN THIS WHEELBARROW!
UH…ONE MORE TIME!
I CAN DIG IT!
SINGING IN THIS TOWER!
JUST DIG IT!
GONNA SHOW YOU ALL MY POWER!
I MAY LOSE AFTER A WHILE!
BUT I WILL GO DOWN WITH STYLE!
JUST DIG IT!
JUST DIG IT! YEAH!
DIG IT!
Everyone simply stared as Diglett ended, panting loudly.
"W...wow," said Mew, staring. "That was…pretty intense."
"Did I do good?" asked Diglett.
"As a matter of fact, Diglett, you did!" said Mew, as he and everyone else started clapping.
Diglett blushed a little bit as Wooper pushed him out.
"Dude, you were like…so hip!" said Wooper, grinning.
"Uh…haha…thanks…"
"Alright! Next up, we have Froslass!" said Mew, holding up the paper piece.
Froslass glided forward quietly, before stepping into the recording booth. "Okay…here I go…"
((Author's Note: Song number two! This one, I decided to go with a serious, somewhat revealing song for Froslass. Because we need some more insight to her character, I guess. This song is dark, sad, melancholy, and sort of tells the story of her life…and how a certain someone turned around. This song is called "Light".))
Froslass: …lost.
Lost alone in the night
The wind is blowing…
The darkened sky…
Is black…and bold…
The snowflakes fall
Shining specs of freezing ice…
They usher in…
The bitter cold…
The world is dark, the world is cruel…
No matter genius, child, or fool…
We stand likes soldiers, holding breath…
Until we embrace and welcome death…
But still…there's a light.
Giving us strength, and giving us might…
A light…there's a light…
Shining warmth to guide us through the bitter night…
I was alone
Trapped in the snow…
I was so cold…
And so afraid…
But you appeared
Within my sight…
You took my hand…
And lit the way…
The frost melted away…
My life had changed in just one day…
The world gained color, sweet and true…
And all of it was thanks to you…
A light…you were the light…
Giving me courage, strength, and might…
The light…you are my light…
Keeping me safe from the dark, bitter night…
There was a long silence, but this was not out of shock. Froslass's voice was very soft, yet everyone could hear her clearly. Gardevoir's reached out with her mind, to try and figure out what was on Froslass's mind as she sang. She closed her eyes and reached out.
She was startled by the amount of meaning and emotion that were put in the words. They were almost overwhelming, and in the midst of the conflicting thoughts, Gardevoir could make out a familiar, purple, smiling face. Gardevoir hid a smile of her own.
"She truly means it…that's why it was so beautiful…it came from the heart," said Gardevoir, nodding to herself. She frowned as a certain Pokémon entered her thoughts as well. "Maybe…that's what you did…"
"Who are you talking to?" asked Mismagius. Gardevoir laughed.
"No one. Don't worry about it. Let's see who's going next."
Mew rooted through his box of wonders to search for another name. He unwrapped a piece of paper, but his eyes changed from mischievous to confused within seconds.
"Diglett?" he read aloud, arching a brow. "Why are you on here twice?"
"I only entered once, I assure you," said Diglett, gulping. He hoped that he didn't have to sing again. He didn't write a backup song.
Mew searched through the box, unfolding every name and looking at it. He looked up from his work, frowning and arching a brow.
"Every name is in here except Bronzong," said Mew. "So, Bronzong. Anything you'd like to say about that?"
"Damn," said Bronzong.
"Nice try, smartass. Get up here. It's your turn now."
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"It makes me wonder…who does Mew have a greater vendetta against?" wondered Bronzong aloud. "Me, or Hitmonlee?"
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((Author's Note: Song number three! This is a song I've wanted to do for a long time. While Mewtwo has already been mocked by Banette in song, I figure it's Mew's turn. Bronzong devotes this witty, dry humored tune to him. Fittingly, this song is called "I Hate This Game."))
Bronzong: (Slow Part) I joined this game, I left my home, I thought I'd have a blast…
At first this dumb plane was okay, but I knew it wouldn't last…
Probably because Mew's quite insane…
So I'd better sing this fast…
Mew: …hey!
(Speed Up!)
Bronzong: He's got an ego larger than a bloated up Wailord!
His only talent's thinking of dumb challenges when bored!
And flying planes he's probably way too poor to afford!
Quite honestly, he really makes me sick!
Mew: Stop it!
Mewtwo: No way!
Bronzong: He never has a plan…
And he doesn't give a damn…
Except about his fame!
Which is why I hate this game!
Mew: Okay, I think that's enough!
Bronzong: He thinks he's quite the big shot…at least, that's what he THINKS!
He probably enjoys being stupid, sarcastic, and pink!
But all in all, quite basically, I think he really stinks!
Let's be quite clear, I think he's really dumb!
He's a cool host wannabe…
Who's afraid of Celebi!
He's got a problem, but it's probably his fault!
I bet he's the one to blame!
I really hate this game!
Mew: We had a rule! Celebi isn't supposed to be mentioned!
Bronzong: Too bad! Grand Finale!
He's got a lot of wit, he's got a lot of spunk!
But he's really just a twit, an idiotic punk!
He thinks he's quite a winner!
But he's actually really lame...
Because of Mew, I hate this game!
"Okay, seriously, get out of the recording room!" yelled Mew hotly. "I think that song was just stupid."
"Probably, it was talking about you," mumbled Bronzong. He emerged from the room to meet a thunderous applause.
"Dude, that was AWESOME!" said Banette. "Someone mocking a host- I'm so proud!"
Mismagius was cackling. "That was beautiful."
Diglett and Wooper couldn't even speak. They were rolling around in Diglett's wheelbarrow, laughing.
"OKAY!" yelled Mew. "Enough about Bronzong and his weird song. The next one up is Gardevoir. Get in there!"
Gardevoir stepped into the booth, before quietly speaking.
"This song is dedicated to someone in particular."
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Mismagius smacked her forehead. "Darn it, Gardevoir, get Cacturne out of your head!"
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Gardevoir gave the camera a cool look. "Some of you may believe that I'm still obsessed with Cacturne. That's not the case. I'm not sobbing all over myself, crying about why he broke up with me. I'm not seeking vengeance or answers. To be honest, I just want to talk about it. If we get back together, great. If we don't, oh well. But at the very least, I want us to understand each other or be friends."
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((Author's Note: Gardevoir gets another solo, and this one is a little peculiar. It's sort of about her and Cacturne, but not so much about their relationship- more about her feelings. Gardevoir isn't just some sad depressed ex girlfriend. Anyways, I imagine this song to have a sort of pop beat to it. This song is called "Eyes".))
Gardevoir: I wonder what you think of me
I wonder if you still follow this show.
And if you do, what is it you see?
I feel like I'll never, ever know…
I'm straight up; you're hard to read…
I can't tell what your thoughts are.
I wanna know…it's something I need…
To know, to know, to know…
But I can wait! I can move on!
I accept the fact that you're gone…
Even though I've got a feeling that I can't disguise…
I still care, but I'll be okay…
I hope we can still be friends one day!
And I wonder…and I wonder…
I wonder what you see with your eyes.
I see myself, and I notice I've got stronger…
It's hard to describe…it's just a feeling…
I wonder if I'll last much longer…
But all I know is I'm dealing.
I'm fighting; I'm keeping cool
Even though I've got a lot of questions
For you…it's something I need…
To know, to know, to know…
But I can wait! I can move on!
I accept the fact that you're gone…
Even though I've got a feeling I that I can't disguise
I still care, but I'll be okay…
I hope we can still be friends one day!
And I wonder…and I wonder…
I wonder what you see with your eyes.
Yeah…
I wonder what you see with your eyes.
Gardevoir took a bow, smiling. She had no malice towards Cacturne, but she had a fun time imagining his expression after hearing this. The scarecrow would probably be dumbfounded. Giggling, Gardevoir stepped out of the recording booth.
"That was pretty good, Gardevoir," mumbled Mew, checking off her name. He reached for another name in the box.
"And our next contestant is Mismagius!"
"Well, let's get this over with," said Mismagius, floating into her doom. "If I'm going to humiliate myself, I might as well do a good job. Ugh."
((Author's Note: I am no fan of the song, but it suits Mismagius so freaking well, it's unbelievable. If you've ever heard "Fergalicious" before, that's the tune of this one. Some of the lines come directly from the song, and I cut it a little short. This one is called "Missylicious"))
Mismagius: Four, three, two, one!
Listen up, y'all, I'm bringing you more…
Live from Total Pokémon World Tour!
Missylicious definition makes the boys go crazy
Whenever I'm around them all, their vision just gets hazy
I'm pretty and I'm savvy
They all want me, but can't have me
I don't really know the reasons
But boys come and go like seasons
Missylicious (So delicious)
I can be a bit capricious
And if you try to mess with me, you bet your ass I'll get vicious!
I'll blow you kisses…
But make sure you don't go insane
So if you want to check me out
You'd better hop right on this plane
Missylicious (So pretty!)
So delicious (Every boy wants a piece of me!)
So delicious (I'm the girl everyone wants to see!)
Missylicious…g-g-g-g-g-ghostly, ghostly…
Missylicious def…
Missylicious def…
Missylicious def…
Missylicious definition makes the boys go kooky
They're always hitting on me, 'cause they always want to smooch me…
I'm the M to the I…to the S, S, Y
And if you ever treat me wrong, then you can kiss my ass goodbye
Missylicious (So delicious)
And I'm pretty ambitious…
And I entered this dumb game, because I know I can win this
I'll blow some kisses…
But make sure you don't go insane
So if you want to check me out
You'd better hop right on this plane.
Missylicious (So pretty!)
So delicious (Every boy wants a piece of me!)
So delicious (I'm the girl everyone wants to see!)
Missylicious…
Wait a minute, hold up! Check it out!
Baby, baby, baby
If you really want me
Honey get some patience
Maybe then you'll get a taste
I'll be tasty, tasty
I'll be laced with lacey
It's so tasty, tasty
It'll make you crazy!
G…to the H…to the O, S, T, L, Y, I'm ghostly!
G…to the H…to the O, S, T, L, Y, I'm ghostly!
M…to the I…to the S, M, A, G, I, U, S!
M…to the I…to the, to the, now let's go!
All the time that I'm around
Boys gather round
Always looking at me up and down
Looking at my (uhhh)
I just want to say it now
That I'm not trying to cause any drama
Because this show has enough of that!
And I may come across as a little bit conceited
But I won't be defeated
So you all had better beat it!
But I'm trying to warn you…
So you should take the hint!
I'm Missylicious (So delicious)
I can be a bit capricious
And if you try to mess with me, you bet your ass I'll get vicious!
I'll blow you kisses…
But make sure you don't go insane
So if you want to check me out
You'd better hop right on this plane
Four, three, two one!
Missylicious (So delicious)
And I'm pretty ambitious…
And I entered this dumb game, because I know I can win this
I'll blow some kisses…
But make sure you don't go insane
You'd better hop right on this plane.
So delicious (aye, aye, aye, aye)
So delicious (aye, aye, aye, aye)
So delicious (aye, aye, aye, aye)
I'm Missylicious…g-g-g-g-g-ghostly, ghostly!
So delicious (aye, aye, aye, aye)
So delicious (aye, aye, aye, aye)
So delicious (aye, aye, aye, aye)
I'm Missylicious! G-g-g-g-g-ghostly, ghostly!
Banette was grinning like an idiot, before he held up a hand to high five his girlfriend. Mew and Mewtwo were shaking their heads, laughing at Mismagius's nerve. At least she was confident!
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Bronzong rolled his eyes. "Mismagius may think she's hot stuff, but she isn't THAT great. That was a pretty egotistical piece of work, eh?"
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"Oh god…," said Mew. "H-Hitmonlee…it's your turn!"
"Wahoo!" yelled Hitmonlee, racing into the booth.
((Author's Note: Well, Hitmonlee gets a short solo, I guess. We'll see how long it lasts. This song was made to be bad on purpose, because it's Hitmonlee. It's called "Kick Butt!"))
Hitmonlee: I'm ready to kick butt!
I'm ready to win Total Pokémon World Tour!
Because then…
Weavile might actually like me!
Alakazam: (covering ears) You wish!
Mew: Dear Arceus, it's TERRIBLE!
Hitmonlee: Because she's really cute!
And I'm kind of just a sweaty guy!
But I can kick stuff!
So I can kick butt!
And I want to win!
Because I might get friends!
So I'll kick some butt and-
Mew: Nope!
Mew and Mewtwo ripped open the door to the booth and dragged Hitmonlee out. Mew pointed to a window, and Mewtwo opened it with his mind. Froslass and Banette leaped out of the way as Hitmonlee soared out the window.
"Score!" said Mew. "Fifty points! We just averted a potential disaster! Let's move on to a REAL contestant."
"I almost feel sorry for him," said Banette, shaking his head.
"Yeah, but he really can't sing," said Mismagius.
"Yeah, unlike you and Gardevoir," commented Banette.
Mismagius laughed.
"Hey, Banette!"
Banette glanced over at the table. "Oh, shit, is it my turn?"
"That's right, ziplip. Hop on in that booth."
"Well…this sucks…I had Hitmonlee before me…how can I beat THAT?" asked Banette sarcastically, dragging himself into the room.
((Author's Note: I've wanted to do this for a long time, but this gives me the opportunity to do it. This is a parody of "Moves like Jagger" by Maroon 5. I do not own the song. I figure this is something that Banette would do. This song is pretty interesting because half of it is to Mismagius and about himself, but the other half is to Mewtwo. It's called "Moves like Swagger", which ironically enough, Banette can learn.))
Banette: -whistling-
Just shoot for the sky…
If it feels right
You don't try
If it feels like
And take me away
And hop on this plane
I swear I'll behave
You want to control
You've been saying
I joined on this show
I'm still playing
You say I'm a ghoul
That I'm just a fool
But I think I rule…
And it goes like this
Take me by the hand and I know you…
Fly across the land and I'll show you all the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I don't need to try, I just troll you
Listen to my words, and I own you
With my moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I bet it's tough
When you look like
You're ugly and rough
Nothing looks right
But when you're with me
I'll give you pity
Which you need, I see…
Now hop on Kyogre
Come and ride it
I'll fly it all over
When I drive it
And trust me, I'll steer
And I'm shifting gear
Baby, have no fear
And it goes like this
Take me by the hand and I know you…
Fly across the land and I'll show you all the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I don't need to try, I just troll you
Listen to my words, and I own you
With my moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
And it goes like this
Take me by the hand and I know you…
Fly across the land and I'll show you all the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I don't need to try, I just troll you
Listen to my words, and I own you
With my moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
I've got the moves like swagger
-whistling-
"Not…bad," said Mew, smiling in approval, still humming the beat to himself. Mewtwo, on the other hand, was seething.
"You give him the chance to mock on degrade me…ON LIVE RADIO?" snarled the co-host.
"Yes, I do," said Mew. "Is that an issue?"
Mewtwo growled before he got out of his chair. "I'm taking a break outside."
"You do that, Mr. McGrumpypants," said Mew, rolling his eyes. "Let's see…who's next…ah! Alakazam!"
"Very well," said Alakazam, standing up. He gave a mysterious smile as he stepped into the booth. Hypno was watching him intently. When Alakazam smiled, it meant he had something up his sleeve.
((Author's Note: Seeing as I love this song and Alakazam has nerve, this is a reprise of his duet with Weavile, "The Last Laugh". It follows the exact same tune with a Latin tango style, but now it's a solo. This song is called "My Final Warning(The Last Laugh Reprise)."))
Alakazam: Ha. (music starts)
My friends, please look upon me with your eyes…
I have something to say…and listening would be wise…
Now listen here
Please use your ears
Because there's someone here who's just go to go…
He acts nice, but he's not…
He has dark, nasty plots
He's a thing by the name of Hypno…
Hypno froze. "What?"
Alakazam: There's a dark hypnotist
That you don't know exists
But I have now figured it out
I've decided to speak
So we all won't be weak
Against that cruel, villainous lout!
My friends, please listen to me…
Please open up your eyes and see…
That I'm right
I'm not wrong
He's a been villain all along
We must take action here
It's almost too late, I fear
For soon we all be in mourning…
So my friends, please listen to
My final warning.
Hypno clenched a fist. "I never expected this," he muttered, trying to remain calm. Well played, Alakazam.
Alakazam: Yes, you may think I'm obsessive
And I find it quite impressive
That a cretin like this escapes persecution
But I'm not crazy yet
And I know of a threat
To everyone in this institution!
He is evil, but sly…
He can charm, he can lie!
But he cannot silence me!
If you all hear my words
Then his end is assured
Follow my advice and you'll see!
My friends, please listen to me…
Please open up your eyes and see…
That I'm right
I'm not wrong
He's a been villain all along
These are the cold hard facts
And it's time now to act!
We're near the point where there is no returning!
So my friends, please listen to
My final warning…
(Musical interlude)
Mew snorted. "Dang! Check this out!"
Mewtwo chuckled. "He may be a posh and upright genius, but he's got some guts to him."
Alakazam: If you don't listen!
You're a fool!
And you will glisten!
Like a tool!
This monster's loose, and this is something I can't stand!
You all need to realize
And see with your eyes
Through all of this villain's foul plans!
I am done, can't you see?
It is too late for me!
If only I was a bit stronger…
Though may leave tonight!
I'll continue to fight
But I fear I won't remain here much longer…
Alakazam: Can you see now Hypno? This is the end!
It's current call for you, my friend!
You know I'm right
I am not wrong
They'll all know soon that I was right along!
Go ahead, do you worst!
You can eliminate me first!
I can sense that your anger is burning…
But it's too late! You couldn't stop…
My final warning!
"Using a song to mock another cast member!" said Mew. "I like that!"
"Not when I did it to you," drawled Bronzong.
"Bronzong, I will get a flame thrower," said Mew kindly.
Bronzong rolled his eyes. "No you won't."
"Ninetales, if you burn him, you don't have to sing and you get immunity," said Mew.
"Deal," said Ninetales, launching herself at Bronzong.
Hypno glared at Alakazam. No. He would not remain here for much longer. Not after that display. He hadn't foreseen this. He never expected that…fool to launch a move like this. And if Hypno tried to defend himself, Alakazam could start tossing out evidence of his meddling. He needed to form a plan quickly. Hypno took a deep breath. He had to remain calm, or else it would all be for nothing. He coolly noted that almost everyone was staring at him, waiting for a reaction. Acting was his best option.
"Interesting song," he commented.
"Thank you. I wrote it myself."
"I noticed."
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Hypno slammed a fist against the sink counter. "DAMN HIM!"
For a moment, he looked enraged and livid, and his handsome face seemed to fade away, but he was calm and composed once again. "Calm yourself, Hypno. Acting erratic will not help your case. You're lucky you planned a counterblow for this…"
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"Well, after the daring nerve that was Alakazam, it's time for-"
Bronzong then floated into the studio, singed and burned. "I hate you."
"Got him," said Ninetales.
"Ninetales, you are officially exempt from the challenge, and you receive automatic immunity."
"Sweet."
"Anyways, Wooper! It's your turn!"
"Awesome!" yelled the mud fish, bouncing into the recording booth. "Here we go!"
((Author's Note: Dear god, I love Wooper too much. But yeah, here's the second to last song, which is a remix of "Hoenn Ocean". It's the same tune as "Under The Sea", except I shortened it significantly. Also, this time around, Wooper is not a slightly depressed little fish. Similar to Diglett's song, this one is "Hoenn Ocean: Wooper Style!"))
Wooper: The plant life is always greener
Down there on the ocean floor
Up there, the world is so much meaner
Up there on the sandy shores
I look at the world around me
I'd rather be down below
Down deep in the cold and blue seas
Instead of on this dumb show!
Hoenn Ocean! Hoenn Ocean!
A giant blue pool
Where everything's cool
Surrounded by friends!
Down there there's just so much to do
Up here there's craziness and Mew!
It's so much better
Down where it's wetter!
Hoenn Ocean!
Water Pokémon are always happy!
We really have all the luck
But up here it's kind of crappy…
To be honest, it really sucks!
You all should move down here
You all should just start looking!
Because if you don't start, I fear…
You might eat some of Mew's cooking
Mew: HEY!
Wooper: Hoenn Ocean! Hoenn Ocean!
There is no hating
It gets a rating
Of ten out of ten!
Sure, we may have mean Gyarados
But this place is truly the most!
All the Staryu agree with me, too!
Hoenn Ocean!
(Instrumental)
(Grand Finale!)
Wooper: Hoenn Ocean! Hoenn Ocean!
When the Goldeen
Begin to beguine
I'm happy again!
What is it you don't understand?
The ocean is much better than land!
Each little Clamperl has more fun in my world!
Hoenn Ocean!
Each crazy Starmie knows how to party!
Hoenn Ocean!
It's so much better, down where it's wetter!
It's so much hotter, under the water!
Life isn't hardy, so let's all party!
Hoenn Ocean!
Mew checked off Wooper's name on the list. "That was good Wooper…but you repeated lyrics a lot…"
"So?" said Wooper. "I thought I'd get the message across!"
"I would also like to point out that you mocked me…twice. That doesn't really sit well with me."
"So stand?" asked Wooper. If it came from any other camper, that would've sounded sarcastic. Mew just shook his head.
"You're done. Get out of there."
"Sweet!"
"Which leaves…Hypno," said Mew, turning to smirk at the psychic. Hypno folded his arms and frowned.
"Is there a problem?"
"No, I'm just curious to see what your response is to Alakazam's accusations."
Hypno smiled. "Doesn't it take a vivid imagination to write music?"
"I'm not imagining anything," growled Alakazam quietly. Banette, who was next to him, glanced at the Psychic uneasily.
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Banette looked perplexed. "Okay, on one hand, Alakazam is the smartest guy on the show, smarter than Cacturne even! But he was a bad guy. On the other hand, Hypno is a really nice guy. But what if he's really nasty under a façade or something? I mean, it would be just like Alakazam to make us gang up on some innocent guy and take him out, but what if Hypno really is the problem?"
Banette clutched his skull. "Ah…my head hurts. Banette, stop focusing on weird shit right now. Just go put tacks on Mewtwo's seat in the plane or something.
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Hypno headed into the booth, before clearing his throat. "This song is dedicated to someone special that is still in the competition. I hope they enjoy hearing this."
((Author's Note: Hypno, Hypno, Hypno. This was possibly one of the most difficult songs to write so far, because I had to make this song innocent, but still with Hypno's malice behind it. I didn't try to make it rhyme or anything- I imagine it to sound almost like a speech, because that's Hypno's style. If you can't figure out which character this is aimed at, go back and read. It's called "My Father's Footsteps", and I imagine it to be a slow, relaxed tune- sort of how Hypno feels about the competition.))
Hypno: I wonder…
If who I am today
Makes him proud…
Am I a failure?
In his eyes…? Hmm…
I hope not, and yet…
I wonder…
I wonder…
Am I a lost cause?
Am I weak?
My opinion doesn't matter
Everything I've done has been
For him…
Have I even impressed him?
My father?
I wonder…
Alakazam froze dead. No. Not even Hypno could have the nerve to sing something like this…right in his face.
Hypno: All through my life
I've tried…tried every time
To be who you wanted…
To be like him…
To be like you…
Following you…forever…
Forever...in my father's footsteps
Throughout my life…
I've tried to be like you
But can you guide me? No…
Will I ever succeed?
I wonder…
"This is really deep," said Froslass. "I wonder who it's meant for…"
Alakazam clenched a fist tightly.
Gardevoir listened, to try and feel the emotions of Hypno's words. She frowned. Because he was a Psychic type, her powers were weakened on him…not to mention a strange barrier she encountered when she tried reading him. But the aura of his mood was almost…contemptuous? Malicious? No, that couldn't be right…
And from someone else…she couldn't tell who…she sensed a bubbling rage, almost completely obliterating her senses of everyone else's feelings. What was going on?
Hypno: Even now…I don't know who I am…
Am I myself? A copy of you?
Or am I nobody…
Can you tell me…tell me, just once…
That you're proud…?
That you are happy I exist?
You don't, and I wonder…
I wonder…
Am I loved?
Do you feel it? Anything?
I suppose I'll keep trying
Until I get the answer that will never come
I'll keep following
Following you…forever…
Forever…in my father's footsteps
Throughout my life…
I've tried to be like you
But can you guide me? No…
Will I ever succeed?
I wonder…
Hypno sighed, and lowered the mic, before giving Mew a charismatic smile. "That's it. How was it?"
"Perfectly fine, Hypno, perfectly fine," said Mew. "And we're done! Let's head back to the plane."
"But who won?" asked Mismagius, folding her arms.
"All will be explained when we get on the plane!" said Mew. "Now, let's go!"
Everyone started to move, except Alakazam, who just stood in place, staring at the ground in front of him. Unfortunately, he couldn't make anyone explode with his mind.
Hypno slowed his steps as he passed Alakazam. "Did you enjoy the song?"
"You're despicable," said Alakazam, surprised his voice was shaking. "To stoop that low…you're a bastard who's far worse than I thought."
"Now, Alakazam," said Hypno, his voice soft and velvety. "Don't you think your father would be disappointed to hear such language from you on TV?"
Alakazam flinched.
"Then again," said Hypno, smirking. "He probably doesn't even care."
BAM!
Banette, who was about to head out of the room, turned back in time to see Hypno hit the ground. Alakazam was standing over him, his arm and fist stuck out, his eyes burning with rage.
"Oh shit!" said Banette, as Alakazam dove on top of Hypno. Due to his genetics, the Psi Pokémon had the strength to keep the hypnotist down.
Gardevoir and Mismagius rushed up. "What's going on?" asked Mismagius.
"Oh my," said Gardevoir, covering a mouth with her hand.
Alakazam knew that everyone was watching. He didn't care. The one thing that mattered to him most right now was hitting Hypno everywhere he could, as much as he could. Hypno feebly tried to defend himself, but Alakazam was stronger. His dark golden hands were covered in red and yellow, and his fists were a blur.
"This is awesome!" said Mew.
"Do something!" said Froslass.
"Uh, no? Ratings galore!"
"And so do lawsuits," drawled Bronzong.
Mew gulped. "Shit!"
He jumped in and separated the two fighting Pokémon with his psychic powers. Alakazam and Hypno hit walls simultaneously. Mew folded his arms. Even though he was a tiny little jerk of a host, he was a Legendary Pokémon. That meant he was strong…strong enough to prevent any lawsuits.
Hypno was panting, his skin yellow with purple bruises. His nose looked slightly off, as if Alakazam had broken it. He was bleeding from certain parts of his face, including his nose and his mouth. Alakazam had no injuries, and had blood on his hands, as well some bright yellow specks on his arms. He was looking at them curiously, before looking at Hypno. His eyes widened in realization, as if he figured out what he had done.
"Alright, Mewtwo, get Hypno to the infirmary. Alakazam, stay in my sight. We're going back to the plane."
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"Whoa," said Wooper.
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"Whoa," said Diglett.
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"Whoa," said Froslass. Before she coughed and corrected herself. "I mean…that was surprising."
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"Whoa," said Mewtwo. "Alakazam did a number on him. That was for sure."
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"Mew says we have to vote someone off, but I still don't see who wins the challenge!" said Mismagius.
"Worry about that later," said Gardevoir. "Since no one won yet, no one has immunity, minus Ninetales. We need to find someone to vote off so we don't get voted off."
"I say Hypno or Alakazam," said Froslass. "That was…scary."
"Well, of the two, Alakazam seems to be the bigger threat," said Mismagius. "I knew he was brainy, but he's much stronger than I'd expect an Alakazam to be!"
"But…what about his warning about Hypno?" asked Banette.
"We don't know if it was true-this IS Alakazam we're talking about!" said Mismagius. "And if Hypno is a so-called threat, he can't be too dangerous- look what Alakazam did to him!"
"She has a point," said Gardevoir. "It's still…weird, though."
"Well, I think-," began Froslass, before the door to the Losers' Compartment opened, revealing Alakazam. He had cleaned up- his hands were no longer stained with blood. He was holding his magazines in his hands.
"Greetings," he said calmly.
"Uh…Alakazam…what you were saying about Hypno-," began Banette, before he broke off, coughing.
"I meant every word I sang," said Alakazam icily. "He is the cause of many eliminations, including Gabite, Weavile, and Piloswine."
"But, what's your proof?" asked Banette.
Alakazam opened his mouth to speak, but the plane's intercom started up.
"Attention campers! Head to the elimination ceremony!"
Alakazam glanced at all of them. "No time to explain, apparently. I simply hope you make the correct decision."
He turned around and walked through the door.
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Before Mew could begin the ceremony, Hypno made an appearance. His nose was bandaged, and he had his bruises covered up. He was supporting himself with a crutch. When asked, he claimed that he had twisted his ankle while being knocked over by Alakazam's first punch.
"Well…this should be a fun ceremony!" said Mew, chuckling. "Ninetales, you're first."
Ninetales headed forward, and silently took her block. Everyone else was quiet. There was an odd feeling in the air.
"…Diglett…and Wooper."
Diglett was wheeled forward by Wooper, and they both moved next to Ninetales.
"Gardevoir…Banette…Mismagius…Froslass."
Only four Pokémon remained. Hypno glanced at Alakazam, who sat quietly, staring straight forward at Mew. Bronzong glanced at them both in wonder, before Mew spoke again.
"Bronzong, you're okay too."
Bronzong left them behind, looking back at them as he moved next to Froslass.
"Hitmonlee, you're still around."
Even Hitmonlee seemed subdued, and he walked forward to take his block.
"And we're down to two! Alakazam and Hypno…let's see who's going home."
Hypno adjusted his crutch, and for the first time that day, he felt…afraid. He tried to hide his discomfort. Alakazam was as still as a statue, before he spoke.
"Are you afraid?"
Hypno glanced at him. Alakazam didn't even turn his head.
"Don't be," said the Psi Pokémon.
"The final Poke block goes to…Hypno."
Hypno was almost startled. No…it hadn't really happened. Had it? Nevertheless, he rose up and limped to go and receive his Poke block. Alakazam still hadn't moved, but his eyes were fixed on Hypno now. Hypno felt some sweat run down his back. Why was Alakazam scaring him now?
"Alakazam, your time here is done," said Mew. "Pack up your things and leave the plane."
"They're already packed," said Alakazam shortly, before going to make his final confessional.
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Alakazam sighed, leaning against the wall. "Have I failed? I'm not really sure. Did I succeed? Maybe, in some ways. The game is over for me, and yet…Hypno is still on the plane. Has everything I have worked for been for nothing? I hope not."
He glanced at the camera. "But I have no reason to stop fighting. This is only a minor battle. Hypno may have won this significant victory, but the war is far from over."
"Be ready, everyone. Hypno will follow me. His malice and plotting will undermine him. Though I shall not be the true conqueror, I am glad to have played my role."
"This will be interesting. But for now, I must go."
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Everyone was waiting for Alakazam as he returned with his things. He arched a brow.
"Are you expecting a speech? Some kind of last words?"
Silence.
"Then you shall have them. I do not agree with the choice you have made, but I accept it. I can only say that I'm disappointed- you had two Pokémon to listen to, and you chose to believe the wrong one. Though my own history is far from innocent, I am not a liar. But I suppose our past influences our future."
"It is true, I have lost this game. And yet, I can say that during this competition, I have attempted to make it so many of you could escape Hypno's wrath. Unfortunately, with my elimination, this duty is no longer mine. For now, unless someone else rises to the task, the villain will run free."
"Understand my words. None of you are safe."
Gardevoir and Mismagius exchanged a nervous glance. Bronzong fidgeted a little bit. Hypno stared at Alakazam.
"My time here is over. Goodbye, my acquaintances. Good luck."
With a calm wave, Alakazam telekinetically lifted himself out of the plane, and into the night.
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"So…uh…what's with the challenge, Mew?" asked Diglett. "No one won."
"I'm glad you asked, wheelbarrow boy!" said Mew. "There is no winner! Yet! Instead of me being the judge, we're letting the fans decide! Your singing was aired live on the radios throughout the Pokémon world!"
"What?" asked Hitmonlee. "So I could be a hit star?"
"In theory, yes, but with your voice? Fat chance," said Mew sweetly. "Once we hear back from the fans, we'll decide a winner. That winner will get a HUGE advantage in the next challenge. Are we clear?"
Everyone nodded.
"Well, that's all!" said Mew. "Have fun waiting for the next challenge."
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Hypno still looked shaken, but it was wearing off.
"Finally," he said. "It's finally over. Alakazam, you truly were a worthy opponent. Unfortunately for you, everything you worked for was in vain. It's sad…you were so close to finally getting rid of me…if only your past hadn't caught up with you."
"This is your end, Alakazam. But for me, this is only the beginning…," said Hypno, smirking darkly.
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And this monumental chapter is over. Ugh…man, that was hard.
So Alakazam finally leaves. I don't think many people expected this one, but Alakazam sure predicted it. Poor guy. I really didn't want to write this chapter because I already knew who was going home.
Fun Fact: Alakazam is a Pokémon of many firsts. He is one of the few to switch teams, be a villain, an antihero, and an actual hero at the same time, and has many other aspects to him that have yet to be revealed (but will be soon). Also, many of Alakazam's speeches and ideals are based on historical figures, although it's hard to point out the times they are.
Is the war between them over? Pay close attention to this chapter…it might be referenced later.
No favorite song line this time…but instead, please read this.
Mew was not lying when he said the fans decide the winner. On my profile, there will be a poll for who had the best song. You can vote for any character- Alakazam included. The winner of the poll will be determined the "winner" for the next challenge. Please, vote for which song you thought was best, NOT your favorite character.
Next Episode: Everything is starting to fall…literally. One contestant is hot on the trail of another, and another contestant is starting to feel uneasy. In the end, a certain player leaves the game a little later than everyone expected.
Alakazam: To the readers, I wish for you to review. Thank you.
