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CragmiteBlaster's Words of Wisdom: And so the Belgium Arc is complete in record time! I feel pretty good for writing so quick. Also, the floods in my town are getting bigger and bigger … thankfully my house is on the high ground so I'm sure I'll be fine. Anyway, let's get this show on the road!
Knock the choc!
(Buzzing Bees)
"I think the chocolate should be just about ready now." Said Oliver as he glanced at the clock. "All we have to do now is take it out of the rabbit molds and present it to the judges when it is judging time."
"Sounds good to me." Nodded Zora. "This chocolate is gonna be so yummy!"
"Just remember that we aren't eating it; it's for the judges." Reminded Karrie. "But Chris did promise us some chocolate after the challenge. It's nice that we have something to look forward to."
"I love it in Belgium; it's a really nice country." Nodded Pablo. "And I'm really liking the smell of chocolate that is absolutely everywhere; truly the best challenge so far."
"Hey guys, do we have any leftover chocolate mixture?" Asked Robbie.
"I'll check." Said Terrence as he marched over to the mixing bowl like a soldier and glanced into it. "Yep, I think we've got enough for a spoonful each … I think we made a bit more than what was really necessary."
"Who's complaining?" Asked Robbie cheerfully.
"Robbie is right; any excuse to eat chocolate is a good thing." Agreed Karrie as she took eight table spoons out of the cutlery drawer and passed one to each of her team mates and kept one for herself. "Ok everyone, line up and dig in."
Molly was first in line and smiled as she plunged her spoon into the mixture and then put the chocolate filled spoon into her mouth; she savored the flavor and swallowed.
"Mmm; that was good chocolate." Said Molly cheerfully before letting out a belch that she would have normally suppressed.
"Barney Gumble?" Giggled Zora as she had her spoonful of chocolate. "Yum!"
"I think something's wrong with Molly." Blinked Terrence. "Do you think she's going through one of those 'I'm not a baby anymore' phases?"
"I'm sure there is a logical explanation for it; maybe we should just ask her." Suggested Oliver as he took his note pad out of his pocket, quickly wrote in it and then tapped Molly on the shoulder.
"Need something?" Asked Molly.
Oliver showed her what he had written and looked expectant.
"What? I just felt like letting loose and being naughty … I'm not perfect you know." Stated Molly with a shrug. "Now if you'll excuse me I need to use the big girl's room."
Molly left the room humming a tune while the rest of the team glanced amongst each other.
"She has a point; nobody is perfect." Stated Pablo. "I have my own flaws as well."
"Good point." Nodded Ling.
"I kinda thought Molly was one of the few people who are genuinely super nice … maybe there is more to this odd behavior then we know." Mused Oliver.
"Possibly; but it's nothing to get concerned over; it isn't hurting anyone. We'll just have to live with it until she simmers down." Stated Karrie while blowing one of her orange locks out of her hair and eating the chocolate on her spoon. "Choctastic!"
(Airplane Confessional: Every bite of chocolate is a brand new adventure!)
Molly: They seem to still think I'm perfect … but I don't want to be perfect; if I was I'd have nothing it aspire to be and that scares me a little. I may need to pull more pranks … but I won't hurt them, they are my friends after all … but I really do want to be seen as flawed so I may have to be extra naughty.
Oliver: I think we stand a good chance at surviving elimination today; if we lose then Molly might get votes and I don't want her to lose … because she's my best friend that is. Things sure are changing aren't they? One moment Molly's snuggling me in her sleep and the next she's burping like Barney Gumble. It's like the saying goes; the only constant thing in life is death.
Karrie: My biggest flaw would be my Ornithophobia … that and the fact I tend to secretly raid the biscuit tin back at home, so far I haven't been caught … oops. Err … this can be edited out right?
Terrence: Cooking isn't really one of my strengths; but you know what, I think I did a pretty good job. I may have only helped a little, but I did put effort in.
Pablo: My biggest flaw is probably that I tend to talk about my wealth without meaning to; it can annoy people. It's something I'm trying to stop and I think I'm succeeding.
(Rotten Roaches)
"Are you feeling better now Amy?" Asked Jarvis gently.
"I'm fine." Assured Amy. "Gareth managed to cheer me up; he's good like that."
"Well, as you can see, we have everything under control." Nodded Jarvis. "We might stand a chance at winning; the white chocolate is pretty much done now and it looks great."
"Sorry I couldn't help you."Apologized Amy.
"No need to be sorry; it's all good." Assured Jarvis. "We managed to do a pretty good job."
"I helped." Smiled Pandora. "And we tied Lars up … well; Dil did since he's the strongest."
"It was my pleasure." Said Dil modestly.
"Yeah, we all played a part, whatever. The past doesn't exist anymore so we'd best focus on the present." Stated Jethro. "I'm hoping for first place but I suppose that second place would be tolerable."
"Winning isn't everything." Said Natasha cheerfully.
"Natasha's right; there is more to competing than just winning." Nodded Gareth.
"… You do realize that we'll stand a greater chance at winning the money if we avoid elimination right?" Said Jethro flatly. "Gareth, I would have thought that given your financial situation you'd do anything to win."
"I have morals and standards." Stated Gareth.
"I think everybody but Lars does." Agreed Amy while glaring at the bully.
"What? I just like having a good time. You're just haters!" Sneered Lars. "Chris lets mean people go far, so why not be as mean as possible? It's fun and it makes sense."
"He has some good logic." Mused Jethro. "But there are other ways to get through the game than just being violent all the time."
"Like being a sweetie?" Guessed Natasha.
"Not exactly what I had in mind, but I guess that could work." Shrugged Jethro. "I was thinking of being sneaky and taking opportune potshots at the opposition … I obviously don't work like that but if any of you want to try it then be my guest."
"Between being a sweetie and being sneaky I'd prefer to be a sweetie." Admitted Amy.
"Me too." Nodded Pandora.
"The thing with Total Drama is that everyone is allowed to play the game however they want; I can respect that people have strategy … though I personally cannot agree with or tolerate Lars's actions." Stated Jarvis.
"Amen to that." Clapped Dil.
"What a load of bull-." Began Lars before Gareth cut him off.
"I'll check if the chocolate is ready." Said Gareth while frowning at Lars.
"I wonder what type of chocolate Chris will let us have; I'm kind of a bit of a chocoholic." Giggled Amy.
"Me too." Agreed Dil with a grin.
(Airplane Confessional: All chocolate is good! … Except Snickers, those are gross.)
Jethro: Personally the only member of my team I really care about is Lars, and that's only because he's my ally. They're just too … goody-goody. Still, I'll make do with what I have. There won't be any team swaps; but once the merge hits I can start picking off my remaining team mates so I can become the last Rotten Roach standing and then people will ally with me out of pity. I'm rather clever aren't I?
Jarvis: You know, I don't really have a strategy; I just don't see the fun in having one. It makes the experience more fun if I just take everything as it comes. Of course, I may eventually have to make some big moves; but I wouldn't want to get anybody hurt the way Lars does.
Dil: I'd like to win the challenge; but if we lose it's no biggie. We'll just try harder next time … besides, I doubt that I'd be voted off anyway.
Natasha: I have to wonder how Lars thinks he can get away with all this; he sometimes brags that he's safe no matter what … is he hiding something? … Naw, he's probably just an arrogant whiner.
(Sneaky Snails)
"How's the chocolate going guys?" Asked Megan.
"It should be nearly done … if it isn't done already." Said Bonnie cheerfully.
"What type of chocolate did we make anyway?" Asked Megan curiously. "I didn't see … ooo, my eye hurts."
"I'll go and check if it's done; if it's done I'll show you." Smiled Bonnie as she left for the fridge. "It could have been cool if we could have cooked chocolate poffins though."
"What are they?" Blinked Edgar.
"A food in Pokémon." Stated Bonnie.
"… Idiot." Muttered Edgar once Bonnie was out of earshot.
"I think we've done really well today guys." Said Craig optimistically. "We might actually come first again; we haven't done that since Greece and that was days ago."
"So much has happened since then." Nodded Ramona.
"I'll say." Agreed Vinsun while sneaking a glance at Ramona before looking out the window at the clouds so as to not look suspicious.
"Yeah; I was a complete ass back then." Said Craig wistfully. "In a way it's just as well the date in France was a disaster or I would still be a jerk … and I would have probably been voted off by now."
"Don't worry Craig. "Assured Edgar before smirking. "You might still get yourself kicked off."
"Back at ya four eyes." Retorted Craig.
"Stop eet! We do not need another fight … eet gets tiresome." Stated Albert. "If we do lose, settle eet at zee drop of shame cereemonee."
"Who would we vote off if Edgar wins solo immunity?" Asked Vinsun. "Only that we can't vote off Megan due to her injury."
"Hmm … me no know!" Giggled Emily. "But I do know what it would be somebody in this room."
"I think that's kind of a given." Stated Ramona. "We can't vote for people from the other teams until the merge and that's ages away."
"Then what we must do is simple … press the fast forward button!" Declared Emily.
"That doesn't work in real life." Stated Megan. "Well, not for humans… aliens might be able to but it's all mere speculation."
"Ok guys, the chocolate is ready." Called Bonnie as she carried a tray of chocolate in three moulds out of the fridge and set in down on the worktop. "Presenting three chocolate Pikachu's! … Patent pending."
"Whoa, you even put Pokémon in your cooking? Very impressive." Said Edgar dryly and sarcastically.
"Taunt me if you must; but you won't be doing so once these chocolate Pikachu's net us the win." Replied Bonnie coolly. "Besides, I don't see you cooking anything."
"I had to stop Megan from getting hurt; since she is ok I have done a good job, thus I am not a target to blame for our loss … if we do lose." Stated Edgar.
"Let's just cross our feengers and hope for zee best." Suggested Albert.
"Albert's right; our winning streak is going to start going faster than a snail's pace." Nodded Ramona.
"Good one." Chuckled Craig.
"Great one even." Added Vinsun.
(Airplane Confessional: Did you know that snails are faster than slugs? That's ironic considering that snails carry their houses around with them.)
Albert: Zee constant arguments are getteeng annoyeeng. Hopefully they weel subside soon eenough. People say zat zee French are snooty … but I find Edgar to be snootier zan even zee richest upper class Frenchman.
Bonnie: I read Noah's bio on the website of season one and it said he's a gamer … so he'll appreciate Pokémon chocolate; after all, it was a game before it was an anime. Being a leader is fun!
Edgar: I seem to be the weak link of the team … it is important that we do not lose today; then I can get Vinsun in my alliance and win solo immunity next time we lose. If that happens none of my allies will be voted for and then maybe a threat will be voted off. If Ramona goes Vinsun and Craig will be sad … that'd be funny, I love having a cheap laugh.
Ramona: Albert may be a bit of a stereotype sometimes, but he does have a lot of common sense and logic. He's pretty cool.
Vinsun: Edgar keeps giving me some calculative glances …what could he be thinking of? If I know Edgar right then it's definitely nothing good. My Pop and Ma would definitely not like him very much.
(Spooky Spiders)
"Ok guys; the chocolate fingers are #bleep# done." Announced Bea as she carried the tray of chocolate fingers out of the fridge and onto the kitchen worktop. "They look really tasty!"
"Can I have one?" Asked Tony hopefully.
"I dunno … can he guys?" Asked Bea.
"Go ahead Tony." Smiled Winter. "But only take one, ok?"
"Ok; thanks Winter." Smiled Tony as he took one chocolate fingers off the tray and ate it in one bite. "Yummy!"
"Ok guys; I think we've got a good shot at winning this. We've worked well together, just like my soccer team back home." Congratulated Ted. "We just have to hope that the judges like our chocolate."
"Owen will; he eats anything." Stated Benjamin.
"Benjamin's right, Owen will probably give each team a ten." Nodded Henry. "Though we might have been able to score an eleven if we made a chocolate helicopter."
"It's only being marked out of ten." Stated Sophie. "An eleven isn't possible."
"It is for the nostalgia critic." Pointed out Suki. "I was so sad when the series ended."
"I love that show; seeing him have a tantrum is hilarious!" Agreed Ted.
"Adults tend to lose control of their emotions when under pressure." Nodded Winter. "Then again, so do kids."
"Is that why Lars is always angry?" Asked Tony.
"Nope, he's just a prickweed." Stated Benjamin.
"That was a little rude." Stated Sophie.
"Who cares? It's just Lars? I wouldn't touch him with a sixty foot pole." Stated Benjamin.
"Amen to that." Nodded Bea.
"He probably doesn't like helicopters either." Nodded Henry.
"Talk about something else you #bleep# one note loon." Muttered Bea in annoyance before smiling to the rest of her team. "So guys; I agree with Ted. We've worked very #bleep# well together today."
"And that's what being a team is all about." Nodded Suki. "Now, did anyone burn their hand on the stove or get cut? I have time to treat you if you did."
"Tony is A-ok." Declared Tony.
"Yeah, we're all fine Suki, but thanks for your concern. You're a real sweetie." Complimented Ted.
"You're not so bad yourself." Replied Suki.
At that moment the intercom of the chocolate factory crackled into life.
"Attention tweens, your time is up." Announced Chris. "Please bring your chocolate down to the judging room for it to be given a score by our judges. That is all."
The Spooky Spider looked amongst each other and nodded.
"Let's get this show on the road then." Said Winter as she carefully picked up the tray of chocolate fingers.
"Let's do this!" Declared Sophie loudly.
(Airplane Confessional: Hopefully this won't be as biased as the referees in football … it had to be said.)
Sophie: We did super duper today! I really like all of my team mates. But in case we lose … maybe I will vote for Tony, Henry did make some good points earlier.
Winter: (She is reading a book titled 'The Bear and the Bow'; she then looks up). This book is really engrossing; it's amazing how creative some writers are.
Henry: If we win then that's great. If we lose then Tony will be voted off … no real downside.
Suki: I'm glad nobody got hurt; I hate seeing my friends get hurt … but I'll always be there to give them a band aid … unless I'm voted off of course. Maybe I'll be kept around for my medical skills?
(Judging Room)
Owen, Izzy and Noah were sitting at a table in the judging room; Izzy had her tongue hanging out, Owen was shaking in excitement and Noah was reading a book with a bored expression on his face.
"This is so exciting! Eeeeei!" Squeed Owen.
"You're so right Owen Bear! Chocolate is the food of the Gods!" Agreed Izzy.
"Just don't go overboard." Said Noah as he turned a page in his book.
The doors to the judging room opened and the tweens entered with their chocolate. After they stood arranged in their teams Chris stood before them and began to speak.
"Attention tweens! It is now judging time; each team is going to let our three judge's taste their chocolate and it will be marked out of ten by each judge, up to a maximum of thirty points. The team with the most points wins, vice versa for the losers, but you already knew that." Stated Chris. "Anyway, the Buzzing Bees are up first, let's see what you've made."
Oliver walked forwards with the tray of three chocolate rabbits and set one of them in front of each judge.
"We went with a sort of Easter theme and made chocolate bunnies; it would have been chocolate chicks, but Karrie doesn't like birds." Explained Oliver.
Owen ate his chocolate rabbit in one bite.
"Ten points!" Whooped Owen.
Izzy sniffed the chocolate rabbit and took a bite.
"Bunnies are evil … but it tastes good so I give you three points." Said Izzy randomly.
Noah smiled as he took a bite of his and savored the flavor.
"This reminds me of my childhood; I would get a chocolate rabbit every Easter." Smiled Noah. "The form is a little wonky, but it's alright … so I give you seven points."
"That means the Buzzing Bees finish on twenty points." Stated Chris.
(Airplane Confessional: That's a pretty good score.)
Zora: Izzy should have given us more points. (She pouts).
Molly: According to Noah's sign language we have twenty points; that's pretty good.
Pablo: … Bunnies aren't evil … are they?
Terrence: I think we will most likely get second place or third place; as long as it's not last place it's fine by me.
"Rotten Roaches, you guys are next." Said Chris.
Amy walked forward with a tray of three bars for white chocolate.
"We went for white chocolate; it's really tasty and I hope you enjoy it." Smiled Amy as she put the tray down.
Owen downed his bar in one bite.
"Ten points!" Cheered Owen.
Izzy took a bite of her white chocolate, chewed it and then swallowed.
"Not bad; that was tasty! Seven points." Smiled Izzy.
Noah took a bite of his and after swallowing it he nodded in satisfaction.
"That's pretty good, a bit rich for me though, but I can tell effort was put into it … eight points." Said Noah.
"The Rotten Roaches are now in first place with twenty five points, so the Buzzing Bees are thus in second place." Stated Chris.
(Airplane Confessional: White chocolate tastes great! All hail the milky bar kid, the coolest geek ever!)
Gareth: Looks like we're safe … though I would have liked to vote off Lars.
Dil: And that's a wrap … a chocolate wrapper to be exact. Hehuh!
Jarvis: Hopefully we can either win or get Second Class; either is fine by me … as long as we actually get a bed; sleeping on a mat or on the hard floor is rather uncomfortable.
"Ok Sneaky Snails; let' see what you managed to cook up." Said Chris.
Bonnie walked forward with the tray of three Pikachu chocolates.
"We modeled our chocolate after the most famous Pokémon of all; I hope you like it." Said Bonnie politely as she laid the tray on the table.
Owen ate his Pikachu in one bite.
"Ten points!" Giggled Owen.
Izzy ate hers quickly and looked satisfied.
"I love Pikachu! Eight points!" Declared Izzy.
Noah smiled as he ate some of his; after he swallowed he spoke.
"I love Pokémon and I love this chocolate too; it's some of the best chocolate I've ever had … nine points." Decided Noah.
"The Sneaky Snails take first place with twenty seven points." Recapped Chris. "The Rotten Roaches are in second and the Buzzing Bees are in third and are looking slightly vulnerable."
(Airplane Confessional: Will the Bees get their honey or get exterminated?)
Bonnie: I bet Edgar feels silly for doubting me now.
Edgar: And here I was thinking Noah was intelligent.
Emily: Woohoo; First Class here we come … unless the Spooky Spiders win. If so, at least we'll still be able to have our chocolate and eat it too.
"Ok Spooky Spiders; the fate of the Buzzing Bees rests on you and depends on if you succeed or screw up … so let's see what you made."
Winter walked forwards with a tray of chocolate fingers and put them on the judging table.
"We made chocolate fingers; easy to cook and fun to eat." Smiled Winter. "Enjoy!"
Owen picked up a handful of chocolate fingers and down them in one gulp.
"Ten points!" Declared Owen.
Izzy ate a few of the chocolate fingers and smiled apologetically.
"They're a bit boring for me, Izzy likes exciting stuff! … Four points." Stated Izzy.
"Ok then, the Spooky Spiders can now only get twenty four points at most; they need at least a seven to be safe … Noah, I comes down to you." Smirked Chris.
"Isn't that always the way." Muttered Noah as he ate one of the chocolate fingers.
The tweens watched at he savored it and thought to himself; after a moments of thinking he made his decision.
"I like the taste, but it's kind of boring really. I can only give you four points." Stated Noah.
Chris took out an air horn and sounded it.
"Ack! That wasn't necessary!" Frowned Natasha.
"I felt like it." Shrugged Chris. "Anyway, we know the scores and the finishing rankings. Today's winners are the Sneaky Snails with a total of twenty seven points; you guys have earned First Class."
"Alright!" Cheered Craig.
"Rotten Roaches, you guys are safe as well with twenty five points; Second Class is yours." Continued Chris.
"Good job everyone." Nodded Dil.
"Buzzing Bees; you didn't win … but you didn't lose either; you guys have done enough to get Third Class." Stated Chris.
"Could be worse I suppose." Shrugged Zora.
"And that means that today's big losers are the Spooky Spiders; you guys always seem to come first place or last place and barely anything in-between. Squalid Class is yours along with a trip to tonight's Drop of Shame Ceremony." Smirked Chris.
"Oh turnips!" Frowned Suki.
"Told you we should have made chocolate helicopter." Muttered Henry quietly.
"But it's not all doom and gloom; only seven of you are going to be votable. It' time for today's solo immunity challenge!" Declared Chris. "While everyone else gets to eat some chocolate you'll be putting everything at risk to be immune."
"You mean we don't get any chocolate?" Asked Tony sadly.
"Don't worry; you'll get some after the solo immunity challenge is over." Assured Chris. "Now… come with me Spooky Spiders, time to see who will win solo immunity today."
(Airplane Confessional: What type of tie breaker could there be in a Chocolate Factory?)
Tony: Oh poop! Losing isn't fun.
Sophie: I feel up to any challenge Chris can think of! … Except for eating mushrooms since I'm allergic to those.
Ted: Bring it on Chris!
Winter: I hope the challenge involves chocolate!
(Solo Immunity Room of Chocolate Factory)
The Spooky Spiders were seated on chairs at a long table with a plate in front of each of them; they all knew what type of solo challenge was in store.
"An eating challenge? We already did one of these back in New York." Stated Benjamin.
"I won that." Smiled Tony.
"You are correct; but today is not, I repeat, not going to have apple pie … or any pie at all." Stated Chris as he put a box on the table. "You're going to be eating chocolate instead."
"That sounds fun." Smiled Suki.
"Depends what type of chocolate you will be eating." Said Chris as he reached into the box and took out eight bulky chocolate bars and put one of each of the plates. "All you have to do is be the first person to finish your chocolate bar."
"Sounds pretty easy." Noted Henry.
"It is … or it would be if you weren't eating the Belgium Bitterific Chocolate Bar, far and away the bitterest chocolate bar in the whole world. It's like dark chocolate up to eleven." Smirked Chris. "I can assure you that this is an acquired taste and you probably won't like it."
"Do we have to?" Asked Sophie.
"Only if you want solo immunity." Shrugged Chris. "And while we're at it…"
DING!
"How about a song while you eat?" Chuckled Chris. "If you don't sing then you are out."
"… Meanie." Pouted Sophie.
(Song #11: A Blast of Bitter: This song has a sort of funeral march beat to it to show that the kids are eating something both nice and gross at the same time.)
Sophie: Disaster!
Henry: Calamity!
Ted: This is so wrong!
All: This chocolate is far too strong!
Suki: Why did we have to lose?
Tony: Those judges are poos!
Bea: Oh well, better #bleep# luck next time eh guys?
Benjamin: I really wanted that chocolaty prize.
Ted: It's a blast of bitter!
Suki: It's such a hard hitter!
Tony: I'm not quitter!
Bea: Lars is a #bleep#.
Winter: I suppose it rhymed.
Benjamin: I hope this challenge isn't timed.
Henry: The chocolate is far too big!
Sophie: It's more disgusting than a fat naked man in a wig!
All: It couldn't even be eaten by a pig!
Ted: Or a shovel, ya dig?
Winter: It's a blast of bitter and quite a hard hitter.
Benjamin: I'm no quitter but the taste isn't making me titter.
Sophie: Yucky chocolate? It sounded absurd!
Tony: Completely unheard!
Winter: Evidently it's possible.
Bea: I wanna go to the hospital!
Ted: A few more bites and it'll all be over!
Benjamin: Why couldn't we have gone to Norway or Dover?
Bea: It's over for me; my chances are dead like a Don.
Sophie: But look at my plate, the chocolate's all gone!
Chris sounded his trusty air horn as the tweens were handed cups of water by some of the factory workers.
"And Sophie wins solo immunity… didn't see that coming." Shrugged Chris. "As for the rest of you, any one of you could be voted off at tonight's Drop of Shame Ceremony. Anyway, let's get to the reception of the factory; the chocolate I promised you is there waiting for you."
"After what I just went through I'd like some fizzy cola to wash away the taste." Mumbled Winter.
(Airplane Confessional: Back to the skies we go!)
Ling: Once we were back in the Jumbo Jet and up in the air I decided to get started with the first Karate lesson … I've never taught it to anyone before so hopefully this won't be too hard.
Tony: My tummy hurts!
(Jumbo Jet Cargo Hold)
Ling stood before Pablo and Pandora in the Cargo Hold; she looked them over as though sizing them up.
"So you want to learn Karate then? So be it." Nodded Ling. "For as long as we are in the competition I shall teach you the ways of Karate and Yin Yang. You will hone your skills, focus your chi, learn to meditate and maybe reach enlightenment … but for now I will just settle for teaching you the basics. Also, when we are in a karate lesson you have to refer to me as Sensei …when the lesson is over you can go back to calling me Ling. Shall we get started?"
"Show us your stuff Ling." Nodded Pablo.
"I'm ready to learn." Nodded Pandora.
"Ok; now, for the first part of our lesson I want you to demonstrate a punch, your strongest punch. Just show me what you are capable of." Instructed Ling as she pulled up what looked like a blow up doll of David Cameron. "You first Pablo."
Pablo nodded and approached the blow up doll; after a moment of psyching himself up he punched it as hard as he could. The doll wobbled and fell back before coming up again.
"Not bad." Nodded Ling. "You next Pandora."
Pandora approached the doll and, after a moment of hesitation, punched it. The doll didn't seem very affected and quickly returned to its normal position.
"That wasn't bad either; a little weak, but with my training I assure you that you will one day know the way of the warrior." Said Ling as she patted Pandora on the shoulder.
"When do we learn how to do flying kicks? You're great at those." Complimented Pablo.
"Thank you for the compliment Pablo. To answer your question we are going over the basics first; I want to see what you can do so I can plan future lessons accordingly. You are first a chick before becoming a Crane." Stated Ling.
"I understand." Bowed Pablo.
"What should we do next?" Asked Pandora.
"We shall continue working on your punches for a while; after that we will move on to kicks." Replied Ling. "Now, let us continue."
(Airplane Confessional: Sensei Ling!)
Ling: That didn't go too badly at all; who knows, if I do end up becoming a model, maybe I could teach karate in my spare time … it's very fulfilling. I observed their chi and I saw that Pablo's is quite energetic and has a thirst of proving himself. Pandora's meanwhile was harder to read and seems to hint towards a past trauma. I hope to understand more as time goes on.
Pandora: I like Ling; she's very wise and strong. She could be a great super hero. (Pandora giggles).
Pablo: Learning Karate wasn't something I expected to do during the competition … I guess that's the fun of not being able to see the future; it keeps you guessing.
Izzy: Ling is cool! And her name rhymes with chicken wing to!
Benjamin was leaning against a wall outside the Airplane Canteen; he looked to be in thought, probably thinking who he would cast his vote for.
"So many pros and cons." Mused Benjamin.
"Hey Benjamin." Said Bea as she walked up. "I have some info you might be #bleep# interested in."
"What is it?" Asked Benjamin.
"Henry came up to me, Winter and Suki and asked us to vote of #bleep# Tony since he's, and I quote 'annoying and useless' … since he's #bleep# your friend I thought I'd tell you so that in case he gets #bleep# voted off you will take it better." Explained Bea.
"Are you voting for Tony?" Asked Benjamin.
"No #bleep# way, I'm voting for Henry; he's the annoying one." Stated Bea.
At that moment the Jumbo Jet's intercom crackled into life.
"Attention Spooky Spiders; please report to the Drop of Shame Ceremony Room. It is time for somebody to be voted off." Stated Chris as he hung up the intercom.
"Let's get this over with #bleep# then." Said Bea as she walked off.
Benjamin thought for a moment and nodded as he followed after Bea.
(Airplane Confessional: Maybe this vote off will be a surprise … or maybe not. Who knows?)
Benjamin: So Henry is backstabbing me? … I'm impressed; but backstabbing is my thing, he should stick to helicopters … I hope Tony doesn't get voted off.
(Drop of Shame Ceremony Room)
The eight Spooky Spiders sat on the bleachers awaiting the vote off; some looked passive, others worried and Sophie looked excited, Chris stood on his tropical themed podium as he watched over the tweens.
"Welcome back Spooky Spiders, I haven't seen you here for a while now, I believe the last time you were here was Paris." Remembered Chris. "So, why do you think you lost today?"
"Harsh judges and bad luck." Stated Ted.
"Yeah, judges can be harsh; just look at Simon Cowell." Agreed Chris. "Anyway; you all know how this works I am sure. When you are called up to vote go into the voting confessional and stamp the passport of the person that you want to vote out … but do not vote for Sophie unless you feel like being stupid."
The tweens listened to Chris while Benjamin leaned over to Tony's ear and whispered something quietly that only Tony heard. Tony nodded in agreement to whatever it was that Benjamin had said.
"Ok then, time to cast your votes … Bea, you're up first." Said Chris.
(Voting Confessional: Time to make an important choice.)
Bea: You were annoying when Dexter was here and you are still annoying now. (She stamps Henry's passport).
Henry: With you gone I'll be safer in the game. No hard feelings, but you're pretty useless. (He stamps Tony's passport).
Benjamin: You suck. (He stamps Henry's passport).
Sophie: Sorry Tony, but it's your turn to leave. (She stamps Tony's passport loudly).
After the last voter (which was Suki) had cast their vote the Spooky Spiders were sat back on the bleachers. Chris reached below his podium and took out a tray of chocolate bars.
"Chocolate!" Cheered Tony.
"At ease Tony, don't get to excited, you might not get one." Smirked Chris. "Today's safety souvenirs are chocolate bars … I feel that the reason is fairly obvious. Anyway; when I call your name I will toss you your chocolate bar. If you do not get a chocolate bar you must put on a parachute and take the Drop of Shame."
"We know." Said Ted.
"It's for first time viewers." Frowned Chris. "Anyway, here's a chocolate bar for Sophie due to her winning solo immunity."
Chris tossed Sophie the chocolate bar and she caught it with a cheerful grin.
"Now for the rest of you." Continued Chris. "Also safe are…"
"Winter"
"Bea"
"Benjamin"
"Suki"
"Ted"
Henry and Tony were left without a chocolate bar; Tony crossed his arms and smirked in confidence while Tony started to shake a little.
"Henry. Tony. This is the final safety souvenir of the evening; the votes don't lie, and I can tell you that the final safety souvenir goes to…
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Tony cheered as he caught his chocolate bar while Henry looked shocked.
"Well Henry; time for the Drop of Shame; you're free to imitate a helicopter as you fall if you want." Said Chris as he tossed Henry his parachute.
Henry put on his parachute and scowled at his former team mates.
"You made a big mistake guys; you kept an idiot over somebody sensible and incredibly useful. He's dumb and annoying while I'm smart and like helicopters. I expect you guys to join me soon. And seriously, we wouldn't even be here if you'd made a chocolate helicopter like I said." Frowned Tony.
"We get it, you like #bleep# helicopters. Shut up already!" Yelled Bea.
"Too right." Nodded Benjamin.
"Agreed." Nodded Winter.
With one last dirty look at his team Henry approached the open door and jumped out, screaming as he fell. After he was gone Chris closed the door.
"Well Spooky Spiders; that's the third person you've voted off. But was it the right choice? … Probably, he was pretty annoying." Admitted Chris. "You may leave."
The remaining seven Spooky Spiders got to their feet and left the room; they were at a slight disadvantage now in terms of number, but maybe they would bounce back next time.
(Airplane Confessional: No helicopters here!)
Benjamin: I love the smell of a backstab in the evening. Even if Henry hadn't gone against me I'd have gotten rid of him around the twelfth challenge anyway. All in all this was a satisfying vote off. Good riddance Henry, you won't be missed.
Tony: That was a close one, but Benjy kept me safe. He told me to vote for Henry so I did. His plans always work. Hooray!
(First Class)
"Aaah. Eet eez good to be back een First Class again." Sighed Albert in content as he sat in the massage chairs. "And zis massage chair works wonders on my spine."
"I know how you feel; it makes my bum feel nice and tingly, tingly I say!" Giggled Emily as she ate some of the chocolate that they had taken away from the factory with them. "I wonder who the Spooky Spiders voted off."
"I guess we shall find out tomorrow; hopefully eet will be somebody annoying or strong." Said Albert hopefully. "Their loss eez our gain."
"That's the spirit Albert, no white flags for us!" Cheered Emily.
Albert mumbled something to himself but quickly went back to relaxing.
"Hey guys, does anybody know where Vinsun and Edgar are?" Asked Megan.
"I think Vinsun went to take a shower, though I'm not sure where Edgar is." Stated Bonnie. "Maybe he's embarrassed for ever thinking my Pikachu chocolate wouldn't get us the win."
"I'm sure he feels very sillee." Nodded Albert.
"I doubt it guys, Edgar probably doesn't like admitting that he can be wrong about something." Said Craig as he stretched out. "But he definitely likes letting people know when he is right about something … to bad he's hardly ever right."
"Good one." Giggled Ramona as she sat down next to Craig.
"I try." Said Craig with a smile. "Hey look, the Pokémon Anime is on."
Bonnie immediately sat down next to them with her eyes glued to the screen and a smile on her face.
"I love this show!" Cheered Bonnie.
"I'll pass." Said Megan. "I prefer Futurama."
"Suit yourself." Shrugged Bonnie.
"Boy, I feel sleepy." Yawned Ramona. "If I nod off while watching the show could one of you carry me to bed?"
"My pleasure." Nodded Craig.
(Airplane Confessional: Craig is Craig!)
Craig: That was a pretty good episode. You know, I'll have to ask Bonnie to be sure of this … but I think there was an episode that got banned because it gave over one hundred children seizures. … That sounds painful.
Megan: What a great day; we came in first place and I was able to put my feet up and let the others do all the work. Working with Edgar sure is helping me get further in the game isn't it?
Albert: Zat massage chair eez terreefic!
Emily: (She is balancing a spoon on her nose). Look at me, I'm a seal! Arf, arf!
(Second Class)
"All in all this has been a good day." Said Jarvis. "It may not be first place, but we've done pretty well today."
"You said it Jarvis." Nodded Dil. "I feel so alive! This was definitely my kind of challenge; I'm really looking forward to our next challenge."
"Fudge is such an optimist." Smiled Natasha.
"Thanks Natz." Smiled Dil.
"You two would make a good couple." Noted Jarvis.
"Naw, we're just friends. That's how I think it should be and I'm sure Natz agrees." Said Dil.
"Exactly; we're just good friends." Assured Natasha. "We're very platonic."
"If you say so." Nodded Jarvis.
"I'm glad Lars is already in bed; I've had enough of him for one day." Said Amy as she and Gareth walked up. "He's such a crud-hole!"
"Totally." Nodded Dil. "Besides, don't worry about what he said, you're not bulimic."
"Not anymore." Nodded Amy.
"You mean you once were?" Blinked Dil.
"Yes, I was stupid back then … I'll tell you about it another time, but for now I'm gonna go to bed. Goodnight everyone." Yawned Amy.
"Sweet dreams." Smiled Gareth as Amy entered one of the bedrooms.
Jethro watched the conversation silently; originally he thought he could ally with Amy, but that looked like it was no longer a possibility. Jethro frowned to himself.
"Something wrong Jethro?" Asked Gareth.
"Oh no, nothing at all, nothing you need to be concerned about." Assured Jethro.
At that moment Pandora entered Second Class.
"Hello everyone." Greeted Pandora.
"Hi Pandora, where have you been?" Asked Jarvis.
"Having my first Karate lesson." Explained Pandora. "I'll talk more in the morning, I feel completely tuckered out. Goodnight."
"Goodnight Pandora." Smiled Jarvis.
After Pandora went to bed Jethro spoke up.
"Pandora's learning Karate?" Blinked Jethro.
"Yeah, Ling's teaching it to her; it's so Pandora can defend herself from Lars." Explained Jarvis.
"I see." Nodded Jethro while thinking to himself.
(Airplane Confessional: I see said the blind man, but he didn't really.)
Jethro: So Pandora is learning to defend herself? If I am to continue being amused then this cannot happen; I should try and get Ling out … but I can't because she's on a different team. Man, for once there is nothing I can really do. I'll use this to my advantage somehow.
Jarvis: It may be kinda mean so say this … but it'd be cool if Pandora broke Lars's nose wouldn't it?
Gareth: It has been an emotional day; Lars went too far and has escaped elimination … though not for much longer. And you know, I'm really growing fond of Amy. Sure, I liked her before, but now I think I can call her my best friend. Who would have thought a beast like me deserved a friend like her?
Natasha: (She is eating a chocolate bar). It's been a good day and this chocolate is proof of that. Yum!
(Third Class)
"If Izzy hadn't been so harsh with the points we could have been in Second Class." Muttered Zora.
"We'll just have to try harder next time." Said Oliver. "They say hope can be dangerous, but it's often the only thing that keeps people going."
"I guess you're right … it's just that I don't really like sleeping on a mat with a blanket and a small pillow." Stated Zora. "But I guess I'll have to make do."
Molly was sitting up with her blanket wrapped around her while reading one of her saucy romance novels; she giggled her herself as she read it.
"What's Molly reading?" Asked Oliver curiously.
"Judging from her giggles and the very faint blush I can see on her pale face … I'm assuming that it's a romance novel." Said Zora as she lay down.
"Whoa, I've really learnt a lot about Molly today … it's like she's a new person." Mused Oliver as he lay down as well.
"Everyone has their secrets." Stated Robbie. "I've got a few."
"Such as?" Asked Karrie with a grin.
"Never you mind." Said Robbie with a playful frown.
"But I wanna know." Pouted Karrie.
"Maybe another time." Said Robbie as he settled down.
"Pretty please?" Asked Karrie with adorable puppy dog eyes.
"At ease private." Said Terrence with a chuckle. "If you find out now it'll spoil the surprise. Anyway, we're going to need our rest for tomorrow; the next challenge might not be as easy today's one was."
"I guess you're right." Nodded Karrie. "Say, where are Pablo and Ling?"
"Maybe they're kissing." Guessed Zora; upon seeing her team mates glancing at her she added. "Just a silly suggestion."
"I assure you that we are not." Said Ling as she and Pablo walked in. "I was simply giving Pablo and Pandora their first Karate lesson."
"It's true, she was." Assured Pablo as he settled down onto his mat and under his blanket. "Now if you'll excuse me I think I'm gonna go to sleep."
"I think I will too." Agreed Ling as she got under her blanket and rested her head on the pillow.
"Sweet dreams cadets." Said Terrence as he settled down to sleep.
(Airplane Confessional: Where do dreams go once you have had them?)
Terrence: It may not have been a great finishing position … but we're all still here and that's what matters. I think we might be able to achieve second place tomorrow; we just have to try hard, play fair and put all of our effort into it.
Pablo: You know, when Ling is performing Karate she looks really pretty, even more than usual … not that that's important or anything. I have to admit though that I like the sparkle she gets in her eyes.
Karrie: I wonder what secrets Robbie could have. He's so mysterious!
Molly: I stayed up pretty late reading my books, no going to bed early for me! I wonder what pranks I can pull tomorrow; maybe Ramona will teach me some new ones.
(Squalid Class)
"I hate sleeping in Squalid Class." Muttered Bea. "It #bleep# sucks."
"Agreed." Said Ted as he lay on his back and looked up at the ceiling. "Still, it should be a bit more peaceful with Henry gone."
"That guy was a #bleep# loon." Agreed Bea.
"Yeah, as if I would vote Tony out." Nodded Winter while she read a book titled 'The Wizard Plumber'. "Tony's a sweetheart; meanwhile Henry is kind of … err…"
"A mental in training?" Suggested Benjamin.
"… Sure, let's go with that." Giggled Winter.
"I'm just glad I was able to survive the ceremony." Said Sophie as she lay on her belly. "Though I guess having solo immunity helped."
"Ya think?" Giggled Suki while reading Winter's flirting book.
"I'm glad we're all safe … shame that Henry had to go, but rather him than me." Mused Sophie. "I voted for Tony too … but it looks like me and Henry were the only ones who did."
"I see." Nodded Benjamin in thought.
"Ok, here's a plan." Said Suki. "We'll try and not lose tomorrow; Squalid Class is really bad; sleeping on the metal floor might give us back aches."
"That sounds painful." Winced Tony. "You're really smart."
"I just study medical a lot." Said Suki modestly.
"I'm happy I'm safe, you guys are the best!" Cheered Tony. "We're like happy family … only closer! Hooray!"
"I agree Tony, I agree." Smiled Winter with an amused giggle.
"Me too, but can we be quiet; I want to #bleep# get some sleep." Yawned Bea tiredly.
(Airplane Confessional: It's pas your bedtime!)
Benjamin: It was nice of Bea to tell me Tony was in danger, though she needn't have done since he was safe either way really … but it was nice of her. Still, I'm gonna need to find a replacement ally within a few days; I can only do so many backstabs before I need replacements.
Sophie: I have two one words to say … Belgium rules!
Winter: (She yawns and stretches out tiredly). Goodnight everyone, wish me luck in the next episode.
(Jumbo Jet Corridor)
Vinsun exited the boys shower room of the Jumbo Jet; he'd had a nice shower and felt refreshed. He had fully dried off and placed his hat on his head as he started to head back to First Class to get a great night's sleep.
"Not a bad day today I reckon; we won and I got to taste some mighty fine chocolate." Said Vinsun cheerfully as he walked around. "And I was able to hang out with Ramona as well."
"Gee, that sounds touching." Said Edgar sarcastically as he walked up to Vinsun. "I've been waiting for you."
"Why?" Asked Vinsun.
"I just want to talk to you about some things is all." Explained Edgar. "Anyway, from now on you are going to be voting my way and getting rid of the people who I want gone; you will be my pawn."
"No way; why the heck would I work with you?" Asked Vinsun with a small frown.
"I thought you might say that … and you will obey me because I'm going to be blackmailing you." Said Edgar simply.
"Blackmail." Blinked Vinsun.
"Oh yes; you see, if you don't start voting with me I will do things to you. First of all, I'll ruin your reputation on the show and spread lies about you, and I'm a persuasive liar. Second, I will help Craig get with Ramona and make your heart get broken. Third, I will tell Ramona insults you've said about her … or so she will think; she'll hate you. And lastly, if you even think about telling anyone about this … well, I have a few developers in my family and I'll have them bulldoze your prairie home … and the other homes near it." Threatened Edgar with a big grin. "But if you vote with me then none of that will happen. You can still pursue Ramona, but you'll have to come to me when I need you … do you understand all of this?"
Vinsun was shocked into silence and was fuming silently.
"You rotten … lowdown … evil …" Seethed Vinsun before sighing and hanging his head. "I'll do whatever ya want me to partner."
"Excellent, I'm glad you saw it my way." Smiled Edgar snidely., "Now, let's get back to First Class; we'll need our rest for tomorrow."
Edgar walked ahead looking pleased while Vinsun looked stunned by what had just happened.
"Pop warned me to look out for myself … I've let him down." Mumbled Vinsun.
(Airplane Confessional: Blackmail is such an ugly word, I prefer the term 'an overweight know-it-all being a prick'.)
Vinsun: (He gulps). This isn't good…
Edgar: While I fully intend to follow up on my first three threats, the one about bulldozing his hometown was just for good measure and to ensure he will be loyal. I'm lucky he's so naïve; otherwise it may have been harder to get him under my control. Vinsun and Megan will indeed be my stepping stones to victory and the two million dollars.
(Jumbo Jet Cockpit)
Chris sat in the passenger seat with a look of excitement on his face while Chef Hatchet flew the Jumbo Jet.
"What an episode!" Exclaimed Chris. "A love triangle, Amy revealing a past eating disorder, fighting in the kitchen, a backstabbing … and now blackmail! This is really putting the drama in Total Drama!"
"That Edgar kid is a pretty snotty brat." Scoffed Chef Hatchet.
"Maybe so, but he definitely has a game plan. But will it work? We'll have to wait and see." Grinned Chris. "So who will be the next person voted out? Will Molly continue her bad behavior? Will anybody hook up or just keep us in suspense even longer? And where are we going next? Find out next time on Total Drama Tween Tour!"
Votes
Bea: Henry
Benjamin: Henry
Henry: Tony
Sophie: Tony
Suki: Henry
Ted: Henry
Tony: Henry
Winter: Henry
Henry- 6
Tony- 2
Buzzing Bees: Karrie, Ling, Molly, Oliver, Pablo, Robbie, Terrence, Zora
Rotten Roaches: Amy, Dil, Gareth, Jarvis Jethro, Lars, Natasha, Pandora
Sneaky Snails: Albert, Bonnie, Craig, Edgar, Emily, Megan, Ramona, Vinsun
Spooky Spiders: Bea, Benjamin, Sophie, Suki, Ted, Tony Winter
Voted Off: Cuthbert, Vicky, Penny, Dexter, Elvira, Jade, Darby, Morton, Henry
And so Henry is the last single digit elimination. To be honest, he is one of the only characters I FULLY intended to be annoying; he was cuckoo, obsessive and turned nice before going cuckoo again. He had his story … but really, once Dexter was gone there wasn't much left for him to do. At least he had a big last episode. I doubt many people will be upset since he isn't really that popular.
Next Time: The tweens travel to India for an eat-off!
