A Total Drama Story
Total Drama World Tour and I
Coliseum O' Hare
Chapter 5
~Last Time~
The cast was brought to the beautiful breathtaking island of Japan where culture and Pokémon are one. Chris thought up a creative challenge where the teams would make their own Pokémon home movies. Each team worked in their own way to create a video. Some working together while some argued over how to put it together. Miraculously, the Crystal Platypus' won the challenge thanks to the teamwork of Cody and Becky. Too bad the same could not be said about the Music Strikers who lost a member of their team, Tyler. Shame he couldn't win the hearts of his companions with his victory robot dance. With another contestant out for the million who knows what's to await everyone still running for the money. Let's find out.
~Now on with the Show~
~First Class~
The luxury that is First Class, where, relaxation, treats, and new video games awaited the Crystal Platypus'. As recalled from the last challenge, the team had won themselves a large basket filled with Pokémon prizes. From video games and clothes too toys and trading cards. Cody was taking advantage of the video games playing non-stop Sun and Moon all night long. He hadn't taken his eyes off the screen. He was hooked to the game like a fish is hooked to a worm. Hadn't moved from his spot once, not even to pee. Took a soda bottle and used it as the bathroom. Shows just how glued he was. Wouldn't stop until he caught them all. Claiming the ultimate spot on the chart as grand champion.
"Ugh Cody you've been playing that stupid game for almost twenty four hours. Will you please give it a break?" Courtney complained. "I swear your glued to that stupid game. What's the big deal? Its just a dumb game."
"Come on Courtney let Cody have some fun." Becky said. "Pokémon has been a popular game for years. If you tried the game you might like it."
"I'll pass thank you very much." Said Courtney not wanting involvement. She much preferred to focus on more important matters. The competition being one of them.
~Courtney's Confession~
"Video games are of little interest to me. The competition is all that matters. I'm going to win and rub this in Duncan and Becky's face. The key to winning is keeping my eye on the prize. I don't care what I have to do or what Chris throws at me, I will win this season, one way or another."
~Confession Over~
No matter what sort of humiliation she had to go through. No matter what the stakes were. No matter who she had to step on. That million was going to be hers for the taking. No one else deserved it. Twice had the million been swept from her grasp, but as some say third time's the charm. With her newest strategy she was working on, Courtney was a shoe in for the finals. As long as she followed this strategy she couldn't lose. Though nothing is certain, plans can change, change one thing and everything goes toppling down. In Courtney's case she was going to be prepared for the unthinkable. Just as she said she was going to win this season, one way or another.
Unlike Courtney, the rest of her teammates won't worried so much about winning or losing, except for Heather. The only thoughts on Gwen, Sierra, Cody, and Becky's mind(s) were how their relaxation time could last longer. Fortunately, their fun was cut short when Chris spoke up over the microphone.
"Attention passengers, Chris here with an important announcement. If you look out the windows you'll see that we're flying through Europe on our way to our next destination. We will be arriving at said destination in less then an hour so please sit tight. We'll be there before you know it." He said before signing off.
"I wonder where in Europe we'll be going?" Said Becky a loud.
"Knowing Chris he's got something huge in mind." Said Sierra taking out her laptop, typing in something. "According to my calculations, if I know Chris which I do he'll be taking us to one of three places. We could end up in Venice, Italy, London, England, or Paris, France. Any one of these places could be it."
"Okay little miss study globe, what if none of those places are where we end up going? Your so-called prediction might be wrong" Said Heather raising a good question.
"Well...I suppose there's always the chance Chris could be pulling our leg." Said Sierra. "Look I don't know for sure but I'm sure my prediction is correct by...seventy three percent."
"Oh yeah then why don't we place a little wager? If by chance you're right about our destination then...I don't know you get whatever you want. However if I'm right you'll do whatever I want for the whole day." Said Heather with a smirk.
"Well usually I don't take up wagers. Especially since I've seen you on both seasons of Total Drama on television. I know how you treat people and I didn't like how you treated Lindsey and Beth." Sierra was explaining to Heather. "But...I have a good hunch about this so I accept your wager."
~Sierra's Confession~
"I know I'm taking a huge risk with Heather involved but I'm feeling positive about my prediction. I know I'll win this, but even if I lose I have my ways of handling Heather."
~Confession Over~
Nothing like a good wager to heat up the competition. Heck why shouldn't the girl's place a wager? Its things like this that spice up an ordinary day. Much like when a chef uses a mixture of different spices to enhance the flavor and aroma of food. For this wager we have a variety of spices to add into this little ensemble. How else can the dish make the taste buds dance like they're in a night club? This wager was going to be hotter than a walk through the dessert dressed in snow gear while drinking soup from a thermostats. Probably not the best way to describe the wager but you have to admit it does bring the heat to the table.
Heather was confident in herself. She had nothing to worry about with this wager. There was no way Sierra could win. The girl may be smart but she's not as smart as Heather herself. After all, she's gotten people to do whatever she tells them. Not just the dumb ones but the smart ones. She has a way with twisting words to her advantage, simple as that. In the case of a wager, she had the utmost confidence in her beliefs. Now she was going to kick back and think about all she was going to have Sierra do when she won. Of course that feeling of pride and victory would be cut short in a matter of minutes. Chris made an announcement over the speakers about their traveled destination.
"Attention passengers, I apologize, I forgot to mention our soon-to-be destination. Within the hours of our arrival, we will be entering the country of love, art, culture, and great pasta. That's right, I'm talking about Italy~!"
Upon hearing that said Heather's smirk dropped and the color from her face drained out of her. These were words she had not been expecting. Nor was she expecting Sierra to be right about their next destination. How was that even possible? Sierra, predicting Italy as their next destination. There went her chances of getting Sierra to do whatever Heather wanted. Even if it was only for a day. Upon hearing the news, Sierra began doing a victory dance. She was overcome with pure joy. Crying a loud how she was right and won the bet. Heather, she just sat in her seat with her arms crossed, pouting like a toddler who was upset over not getting their way.
"Congratulations Sierra, you won the bet." Becky said happily.
"That was nothing but luck." Courtney said, rolling her eyes, unimpressed by what was happening. "A mere coincidence."
"Maybe, but I have to give points to Sierra. Her prediction was right and when Chris announced it that came as a surprise." Gwen said to Courtney.
"I don't care if she's psychic, it was nothing but a lucky guess. Why make such a huge deal of it?" Said Courtney, still unimpressed as she focused on her writing. She had bigger things to worry about than some stupid bet Heather and Sierra made.
Speaking of Sierra, she was dancing like she was at a night club. Swaying her hips side-to-side, hopping in one spot, and shaking what her mother gave her. Becky and Gwen got involved by cheering Sierra on. Cody, who finally looked up from his game saw Sierra dancing on the spot.
"Did I miss something?" He asked confused by this unexpected dance.
"Sierra won a bet against Heather so she's celebrating." Becky told him to which he understood.
"Looks like you'll be kept busy today." Gwen said to Heather, who was still pouting.
~Sierra's Confession~
"*squeals* I can't believe I won a bet and against Heather! This is so exciting! Oh I feel all warm and fuzzy inside. I wonder if this is how pregnant women feel when they find out they're going to be mother's?"
~Confession Over~
~Heather's Confession~
"...Hmph!"
~Confession Over~
~An Hour Later at the Italy Airport~
The plane had finally reached the airport. Everybody could exit single file from the plane, through the airport, out into the open field. Ah Italy, a beautiful country filled with rich history, landmarks, culture, and let's not forget the exquisite cuisines. Don't know what it is but a foreign country always has the best to offer when one visits. Step outside the airport and you are in a whole new world. Hence the reason when the trip is over people never want to leave. Well let's see how the Total Drama cast reacts when they see Italy for themselves.
Chris had plenty to say about Italy as he guided the cast out of the airport to a bus. Yes, Chris had called and planned ahead. They had a show to run, a schedule to follow, and time was of the essence. For this challenge, they were all going to go the famous Coliseum. While the bus was driving to said destination, Chris gave them a little history lesson.
~History Facts on this Famous Landmark~
'The Colosseum or Coliseum (/kɒləˈsiːəm/ kol-ə-SEE-əm), also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre (Latin: Amphitheatrum Flavium; Italian: Anfiteatro Flavio [aŋfiteˈaːtro ˈflaːvjo] or Colosseo [kolosˈsɛːo]), is an oval amphitheatre in the centre of the city of Rome, Italy. Built of travertine, tuff, and brick-faced concrete,[1] it is the largest amphitheatre ever built. The Colosseum is situated just east of the Roman Forum. Construction began under the emperor Vespasian in AD 72,[2] and was completed in AD 80 under his successor and heir Titus.[3] Further modifications were made during the reign of Domitian (81–96).[4] These three emperors are known as the Flavian dynasty, and the amphitheatre was named in Latin for its association with their family name (Flavius).
The Colosseum could hold, it is estimated, between 50,000 and 80,000 spectators,[5][6] having an average audience of some 65,000;[7][8] it was used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles such as mock sea battles (for only a short time as the hypogeum was soon filled in with mechanisms to support the other activities), animal hunts, executions, re-enactments of famous battles, and dramas based on Classical mythology. The building ceased to be used for entertainment in the early medieval era. It was later reused for such purposes as housing, workshops, quarters for a religious order, a fortress, a quarry, and a Christian shrine.
Although partially ruined because of damage caused by earthquakes and stone-robbers, the Colosseum is still an iconic symbol of Imperial Rome. It is one of Rome's most popular tourist attractions and also has links to the Roman Catholic Church, as each Good Friday the Pope leads a torchlit "Way of the Cross" procession that starts in the area around the Colosseum.'
~This has been History Facts~
In honor of this Coliseum and its historic history behind what happened within, Chris decided to hold a contest. A contest that held several events. Sort of like the Olympics but with hand-to-hand combat. No real weapons would be used during the filming of this challenge. Instead, Nerf toys painted to look like an actual weapon would be used. Chris explained more would be explained about the challenge once they arrived.
"So Sierra, you won a bet against Heather?" Cody said, talking to Sierra. He had heard from Becky how Sierra and Heather held a bet over where they were going while on the plane.
"Mmhm (nods) that's right." She happily replied.
"What are you going to make her do? Any ideas yet?" Becky asked Sierra, curious about what's to become of Heather.
"Not yet, maybe when we get to the Coliseum I'll have an idea," Sierra answered. "And if not maybe I will hold onto this win and have Heather do something for me another day."
"I say make Heather do all your work for you during the challenge." Duncan said jumping into the conversation from his seat in front of the girl's and Cody. "Payback's going to be a bitch so let it come and attack Heather."
"Hey I can hear you!" Cried out Heather, annoyed by the things she was hearing. She crossed her arms and looked out the window. Trying to block out their words by looking at the passing beauty of Italy.
Ignoring Heather the others carried out their conversation.
"Do you really think we'll engage in combat battle in the Coliseum? Acting out as gladiators?" Cody asked the others.
"Sounds like something Chris would have us do." Gwen told him. "I mean this is Chris we're talking about. He's always coming up with some crazy challenge."
That was something everyone could agree on.
"Guess we're going to have to wait until we arrive to learn what we have to do." Becky said.
"Well whatever happens I'm here for you Smiley." Duncan said wrapping an arm around her shoulder. Sending a little blush on her face.
Courtney gave the pair a dirty glare. Oh how she wanted to get rid of those two. That would be difficult considering Duncan was a tough cookie when it came to competing. Even if she tried to trick Duncan he wouldn't be easily tricked. He was smarter than he let on. She could try tricking Becky but the others would get suspicious of the strange behavior going on between the pair. She was going to need to take down notes and maybe get some extra help. Looking around the bus Courtney was trying to find herself a useful assistant. Kind of like when Heather got Lindsey and Beth to do work for her. So why couldn't Courtney have that? She just needed one person to be willing to work with her. Not as a servant but as a partner.
But it couldn't be just anybody to work with her. No, Courtney needed someone who was just as intelligent, cunning, useful, helpful, and reliable to aide her. Looking around she was trying to pick out the right man for the job. While she was thinking this over, Alejandro jumped into the conversation.
"Pardon my intrusion but I was wondering if I may throw a suggestion."
"And what's that?" Duncan said sounding unamused.
"Well it depends how the challenge goes but why don't we work together? We could end up picking our own teams so why don't you, Becky, and I work together during the challenge?" Alejandro was suggesting a team up but Duncan wouldn't have it.
"Not a chance pretty boy. Even if we Chris did allow a team up I'm not working with you." Duncan said making a point. "It ain't happening. I wasn't born yesterday, I don't trust you. Guys like you think you're clever when you're really a bunch of sneaky tricksters who take everyone down and steal other peoples girlfriends."
"I would never dream of doing such a thing to one of my amigos." Alejandro said defending himself.
"Yeah right, look just keep to yourself and stay away from Becky." Duncan warned him.
And it was at this moment that Courtney picked out her partner.
~Courtney's Confession~
"Who better than a sexy Latino boy to work with me. He's got game I know he does and that's just what I'm looking for in a partner. I just need to convince him to help me take down the competition and victory is mine."
~Confession Over~
After some time passed the bus had pulled up in front of the Coliseum. It was time for everyone to unload and make their way inside. Chris had the whole inside of the Coliseum set up for the challenge and boy was it going to be a heck of a surprise for everyone. Chris had the area set up to look similar to that of the original Coliseum games long ago. Of course, there wouldn't be any man eating lions involved nor would their be any actual weapons used. That part was already explained, as for a substitute for lions, Chris has it covered. In place of chariots there were scooters and skateboards and bicycles. Chef came out wearing Gladiator garb as though he were going into battle himself. Chris joined him up front so he could explain the challenge to everyone.
"Alright everybody listen up! Its time for me to go over the challenge." Started Chris. "As you're are aware of, the Coliseum was a famous stadium for holding fighting events. Events that involved brave and fearless warriors who fought to the death against one another and hungry lions." "As you can see, we've had the area set up to match the original setting of how the events in the Coliseum looked like long ago. Just you know less blood shedding."
"Oh great, we're going to get sweaty and act like a bunch of snot nosed toddlers running around hitting each other with toys." Heather complained. It was obvious she wasn't in the mood too fool around.
"Hey the gladiators never complained when they were fighting in the hot sun." Chris told her.
"Probably because they were to busy killing each other." Courtney threw out.
"Well they didn't have a choice." Harold said. "Back then, young men were captured as slaves and forced to fight for the entertainment of the emperor."
"Wow, that's pretty harsh and extreme." Duncan said.
"That it was." Chris said. "But as I've said, this challenge will have less bloods shed involved. Trust me, nobody wants to see actual blood and gore on TV. Now since there are three teams, the arena has been modified for three events. Three people selected and picked from each team will compete in these events. Chef and I will be the judges. Plus, a special guest."
"A special guest? *gasp* Is it Tyler?!" Questioned Lindsey with high hopes of seeing her boyfriend again.
"Sorry Lindsey its not Tyler." Replied Chris disappointing Lindsey. "However, we did find someone who's just as energetic as Tyler. He's quite a man of mystery actually but still a fun loving guy full of surprises. Yo Mr. B! Come on out!"
Right on cue, a short man wearing an oversized suit, a hat, and big nerd glasses. There was something odd about that man. Apart from his clothing. The short man had long ears that leaned back under the hat he wore, and he had these huge buck teeth and whiskers.
"Eh, what's up doc?" Mr. B said.
~Becky's Confession~
"What's up doc? What's up doc? What's up doc?! Oh my god...is he? Could he be? Is he really? (shaking her head, feeling confused)"
~Confession Over~
~Cody's Confession~
"You know, there's something oddly familiar about Mr. B. Where have I heard that catchphrase from? (thinking long and hard about this as he rubs his chin.)"
~Confession Over~
~Owen's Confession~
"I know I've seen that little guy somewhere. That catchphrase he said sounds so familiar. Why can't I remember where I've seen him from? (nibbles on a carrot while thinking)"
~Confession Over~
"Mr. B, glad you could join us as our guest judge." Chris said shaking Mr. B's hand that was under the oversized sleeve.
"Great to be here doc. *looks at everyone then the arena* Wow, quite a set up you got here. Almost looks like the real thing. Say uh where do you keep the carrot cart?" Mr. B said looking and walking around. "Hey cool look at the little vehicles you use your feet for. *gets on a bicycle and rides around on it* Wow this is fun!"
"Okay I guess Mr. B will take the time to test the equipment." Chris said watching Mr. B go around on the bike. "Alright, let's go over more of what everyone need to do and know for the challenge. There are three different events you will be participating in. Racing, sword fighting, and animal taming. Three of you from each team will be participating in these events to show off your skills, agility, strength, and intelligence." "Now if Mr. B would finish his little fun...*looks at Mr. B who's still riding the bike*"
"Boy, he sure likes riding that bike." Owen said.
"Yeah, he's getting a real kick out of it." Izzy added in.
"Somebody should probably stop him so he'll focus on the challenge." Noah said.
"I've got it." Duncan said stepping in. He ran after Mr. B trying to get his attention by waving his arms and shouting at him. "Hey B man! Your needed up front to pick who'll be doing the challenge!"
"Huh? Oh yeah, be right there mac." Mr. B said riding over to Chris, Chef and everyone else. "Hey sorry about that doc, got a little carried away. *gets off the bike* So what do you need me for?"
"You need to pick one person from each team to compete in the games." Chris told him.
"Oh yeah sure thing doc." Mr. B said going up to the cast to have a better look at them before choosing. "Hmm Mmhm, Mmhm. Uh huh, uh huh. *nodding his head*" "You've got quite the selection here doc but uh if you really need me to choose three people uh...I'm going to go with uh...the big muscles with the long hair (Alejandro), the other muscular guy with the white hat (DJ), and uh...hmm tough one. I'm going to go with the girl with the Soul Eater T-Shirt (Becky). Good Anime but could use some better jokes."
"WHAT?! Your choosing Becky over me?! That's not fair!" Courtney cried out throwing a mini tantrum. "I was a C.I.T! A C.I.T! I have more skills in the field then this girl has in anything! Why can't I be part of the games?! Why?!"
"Gee...if it means that much to you why not ask to trade places?" Mr. B suggested shaking his head.
"I don't mind trading Courtney if it means that much to you." Becky said. "I'm sure you can bring our team to victory better than I can."
"Spare me the sappy story. I'll show you that I'm a better team player than you." Courtney said pushing Becky out of the way as she made her way forward. Standing Where Alejandro and DJ were.
"Geez, not too friendly is she?" Mr. B said to the other Platypus players.
"Oh she's just being a poor jealous sport ever since Duncan started dating Becky after Courtney broke up with him last season," Sierra explained to Mr. B. "Course I don't know why she's jealous. She broke up with Duncan. Why would she have to be jealous that he's got a new girlfriend?"
"Love and jealousy are two different emotions kid. They make you act all funny and strange that it is complicated to explain," Mr. B was telling her. "My advice is leave her be until she cools down, and if that doesn't work go to plan B."
"What's plan B?" Sierra asked.
"Duck and cover."
~Mr. B's Confession~
"(munching on a carrot) Yeah I know it might not be the best advice but sometimes you got to hide before things get better. (munching on more of the carrot)"
~Confession Over~
"Well now that we have our competitors for the challenge, we can begin our first event. Well maybe its more of a combination of the first and second challenge. After all, the gladiators use to fight on the ground and while riding in their chariots around the Coliseum." Chris explained. "Made it all the more fun for the emperor and the audience. Of course the third event sort of fall into the first two events but later. Alright its all three challenges in one but knowing Chris he might throw in something interesting to spice things up. Wait and see, its gonna be good. *wink*
"Okay our competitors have been picked out so its time to start the challenge. You three will be going first followed by another set of three. Mr. B, who should go next after this group?"
"Hmm...*Mr. B walks over to the teens and starts examining them again* How about the big one, (Owen) the cowboy, (Geoff) and uh hmm...and uh I guess the purple hair girl (Sierra)." Mr. B said doing a look over at his selection.
"So be it." "Let the games begin." Chris said clapping his hands.
~Gladiator Games~
These gladiator games are brought to you by Sesame Street, Elmo's World. *giggle* I'm just teasing you guys. Although, thought I throw something out for fun like other writers do in their stories sometimes. But never mind that its time to tell you all what happened during the challenge. One could say things went according to plan. One could say things fell into catastrophe. One could also say both things happened but not at the same time. Allow me to explain.
See the first group, Alejandro, DJ, and Courtney may have gotten a little ahead of themselves. Well Courtney and Alejandro may have gotten ahead of themselves. DJ on the other hand just wanted to get through the challenge in one piece. It didn't help when he was wacked with the Nerf sword by Courtney while Alejandro ran off on one of the skateboards getting a head start. Seeing what just happened, Courtney fed off after him. She took a bike thinking she could gain more speed that way. Turns out the pair were neck-in-neck with each other. Chris decided to send out the lion substitutes on the teens. His animal choice, German Shepherds, trained German Shepherds to be exact. That's right, the Italian police agreed to let Chris borrow their dogs for this challenge. As long as he didn't work them too hard or had the dogs attack the teens. Then again can one stop a trained dog from attacking someone who isn't wearing protective gear?
The dogs began to chase Alejandro and Courtney around the arena while they sped up to get away. Neither of them was expecting that to happen. As for DJ, he was going to sneak away. Until he was spotted by another German Shepherd and chased away. Guess you could say this round went to the dogs. Come the second round it wasn't entirely crazy like as the last. The dogs did get a kick out of nibbling on Owen. He didn't mind, it felt like a tickle to him. He just laughed it off. Sierra decided to go all savage on Geoff and wacked him numerous times with the Nerf Sword. Geoff tired to tell her to stop and chill out but she wasn't having it. Especially with Courtney on her back. She was eager for a win. One way or another, Courtney was going to see to it that Sierra won. Can't get more stressed out then that. Last thing you need is someone constantly on your back, giving you orders. Sort of like a tick that makes himself nestled on ones body to feed on them. Feeding on that sweet nourishment of blood until they get plump and fat. One could say its also a parasite. Sort of what Sierra is dealing with right now with Courtney. Wants to pluck that annoying tick away but can't right now.
Guess you could say its because of Courtney's constant nagging and cling to Sierra is why the Crystal Platypus' lost the challenge. Sierra sort of lost it when Courtney wouldn't stop yelling out orders. The others tried to calm her down. Telling her she needed to settle down and let Sierra do things her way. Course Courtney was going on about her way being the best way to win. Sierra didn't want to hear anymore of this so she ran up and started whacking Courtney with the Nerf Sword. Anything to get her to shut up. Heather stood there laughing while Gwen, Becky, and Cody tried to prey Sierra off of Courtney. This gave Geoff the chance to make his escape to victory. Scoring a win for team Radical Sports.
"Eh congratulations of your victory win mac." Said Mr. B. "I present you with this gold carrot medal." One golden medal shaped like a carrot was placed around Geoff's neck.
"Geoff you did it!" Cried Bridgette as she ran up giving Geoff a hug.
"Guess I don't know my own strength." Geoff said sheepishly, rubbing his neck.
~Geoff's Confession~
"Who knew I had it in me. I guess I don't know my own strength. (smiling, rubs the back of his neck. He is slightly embarrassed but gleeful none the less.)
~Confession Over~
The rest of his team ran up congratulating Geoff on a team victory.
"Looks like the Radical Sports are the winners!" "As a reward, the team will be enjoying a five star Italian meal by some of the best chefs here in Italy. Fully paid ahead so order whatever you like and enjoy. Any leftovers will be brought onto the plane for everyone else to have for dinner and or lunch." Chris was explaining. "Now as for everyone else. You can clean up the arena."
That earned a row of complains and groans from everyone not on the Radical Sports.
~Sometime Later~
After a hearty meal and a hard working clean up, everyone was back on the plan awaiting take off. While waiting, Courtney decided to go talk to Alejandro, in private. They met up in the bathroom. There Courtney began explaining her idea of forming an alliance. If the two of them worked together, with their intelligence and strength, they could overthrow the completion and go into the final three.
"So what do you think? Forming an alliance would give us an advantage in the competition against the others. Not to mention I can take down Duncan and his little so-called girlfriend." Courtney was going on about to Alejandro.
"Tempting offer Chica, very tempting. *rubs his chin to think* Hmm...you do make a valid point. We need to separate the strong from the weak and slowly take down each and every one of them. Yes, *evil smirk* yes I believe this could work out to our advantage. Alright, I accept your partnership in our alliance."
The pair shook hands on it. Confirming their alliance.
Well now, it seems there's something rotten in the state of Denmark
Let's see how the alliance between Courtney and Alejandro plays out during the duration of the competition
Stay tune for more to come
Don't forget to read and review please
As for the next destination, it'll be a surprise for now. That and I haven't got any idea where they should go just yet but when I do you'll be in for a surprise
Oh and as for Mr. B, we'll see him again; and he'll have a bigger part