Total Drama Trainwreck Express!

by 1602jaw

A sequel to Total Drama Cruise, Chris has been renewed with a brand new season. With a insane star cast of old and new contestants. Chris will be bringing them on a journey throughout the multiverse in order to win the grand prize by competing every obstacles they will be encounter. Who will be the declare winner? Find out in this new season of Total Drama!

3. Chapter 3 First day, First Pain

Sup guys, it's been too long since I updated this story. So I'm back, and bringing you some new content.

Before we begin, let's cover some reviews, shall we?

Happy Studios: Lucky for you! And yeah, I did improve a lot from the first introduction. Hopefully it goes the same with this chapter.

Memeking the Third: Yeah, it sucks for him that he's stuck with Zoro and Akainu. Totally expect tons of chaos with this amount of villains ( Also, boy does that line with Akainu did not age well at all ).

NonedescriptNorbert: Yeah, I didn't want to drag the introduction too long, so I decided why not and just shove everything into one chapter. Still, I do agree I think this introduction is a massive improvement.

TheMasterKat: Sh*t, you're right. Oh well, I'm going to bring that up here, anyways. But glad you are sticking around on this crazy ride.

JDyansim334: Don't worry, I"m not going to ship the two. I'm sure Ella is not going to be the only friend Mabel will make here.

Thenewsubwayguy: Yep, I'm making sure Coachmen is going to be VERY different from your version. But I'm glad you like the improvements.

Monkeybot54: It is a doozy one, that's for sure. If you think that's huge, check this out.

Anyways, enough time. Let's begin!

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"Last time on Total Drama Trainwreck Express", Chris Mclean recap, "With a brand new season, we bring along the old cast and the new cast on this new voyage across the universe. Only this time, it's on a flying train! We got everything from a Fleet Admiral to space pirate to even a squirrel! We got every insane, out of this world competitor you can ever imagine! Now that the voyage is off, who will win the grand prize in this brand new season? And who will be the first to leave with their first live TV disappointment? Find out today in Total! Drama! Trainwreck Express!"

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The sky was as blue as the sea. The clouds were everywhere, and the birds flew freely above the sky.

That is, until a sudden speed swiftly flies through, putting all of the birds in a broken position by the front of a flying train.

Inside one of the rooms, that being the storage room, a huge suitcase can be seen rattling and moving. Voices and muffle of grunts can be heard as if it attempted to free itself from inside the suitcase.

"Will you stop moving!"

"Will you stop moving my ass! Oh wait, that's my ass. Nevermind".

"God! Why was this a good idea in the first place to hide in Ray suitcase!"

"I don't know. Probably because it has enough room for us to fit in. Man, does he pack loads of nail polishers? I mean, I'm not judging or anything, but at least tone it down where nobody is going to perceive you as a gay purist".

"Is that even a real term?"

"I don't know. Maybe?"

After some shaking and busting, the case finally opened up revealing two women coming out, both having been suffocated in there for too long, as the choking and sigh in relief came.

"Thank god we free!" The first thin woman said, standing up and looking around, "Say, where are we? Are we on the same train or what?"

"I don't know", The second obese woman got up as well, replying back to her, "By the looks of it, I think we are".

"Doesn't look like it".

"What? You expect this long, dark, cluster room to be exaggerated or something?"

"I guess. I expect it to be like something out of Pee Wee playhouse where everything is alive and stuff".

"Really? I actually thought it was more in line with a Steampunk train where there's a lot of steam and pipes and...other functional things related to steam".

"Hey! I thought the same thing too".

"What? With everything looking like a cross between Pee Wee playhouse and Steampunk?".

"Yeah, that's what I was thinking about. Although, it would be kinda terrifying if you think about it".

"Yep".

There was a moment of silence between the two, as after this conversation it remained unclear on what to do in this current situation, now that they are free to roam.

"Soooooo what do we do now, Pam?" The thin woman asked.

"Duh, Find Ray while remaining hidden. I think we should use the shafts as our path"

"Oh yeah...wait, why are we doing this again?"

"Oh come on! Seriously Cheryl?" Pam asked, infuriating, "I just told you that multiple times at our workplace, airport".

"What? I can't always remember right. You think I'm going to remember Cecil boring day at the office".

"Ugh fine! The reason we are here is because it would be kinda fun to see how Ray is doing. In other words, closer observation enjoyment".

"Wait, huh?"

"Cr*p, not a good example. What I meant is, getting closer to the action".

"Uhhhh...?"

"You know what I mean!"

"Oh yeah! Now I remember...then wait, why am I here?"

"Damn it, Cheryl!"

"Again, I can't always remember. You should've known that".

"Well you should've reminded me!"

"Ok fine! Sorry! Can you at least repeat it to me again".

"You came with me by your choice! For f*ck sake! How hard is it to remember that?!"

"Oh...ooooooh...I don't remember saying that".

This causes Pam to facepalm in disbelief.

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At the lounging area, it was a day filled with relaxing and getting used to the surroundings. Well, relaxing depending on the definition from each contestant.

For example, the group of guys consisting of Yamcha, Bolo, Lightning, JFK, Bob, and Muscle man were both partying all out at the round table, with Muscle man drinking every last soda can that is available, all while the rest of the boy cheered him on.

"Take that losers! That's how much soft drink I can stand", Muscle man proclaims, as he ram the can to his hard head, with his fellow boys praising him, "Aww yeah! I'm going to beat this!"

"Not until you get past me first, pal", JFK said, causally and nonchalantly, as both him and Muscle man gave a high five to one another.

"You guys are wrong", Yamcha states, chiefly, "I'm clearly going to beat this game. Heck, I might even beat the first challenge".

"Ha! What do you get in you to think you could make it to the merge? Your hairline?" Muscle man laughs.

"Nah, I got something more than that. My amazing baseball skill, my charm, and the best of all", Yamcha said, "My Wolf Fang Fist!"

"Wolf Fang Fist?" Lightning asked, "You mean your Sha-fist can turn into a literal Sha-wolf?"

"Ummm no, that's not how it works-"

"Well whatever your fist can do, Sha-Lightning can do better!" Lightning state, raising his bisect up and showing off his fist, "Look at these clean and solid packs, baby! They are fresh out of the oven!"

He then proceeded to kiss his bisect.

"Heh, my bisect is more buff than yours", Yamcha claimed, pointing at him and then to himself, "I spend most of my time training".

"Training? More like Sha-draining. If you even call those bisect", Lightning mocks, laughing to himself, much to Yamcha's offense.

Folding his arm and glancing off, all a while muttering, "Pff, as if he knows any better".

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"Is it weird I'm literally taking offense from that", Yamcha asked, "From some jock? I mean, I'm not really that petty of a guy to get tick off by him. But still, that guys has no idea what I'm capable of. Why else would I get these scars? It's not from accidentally slicing myself with my sword or tripping down a couple of stairs".

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"While you fellows are fighting over who has the biggest bisect", JFK told them, "My eye of focus is on the chicks in this train. Particularly, that Toko girl".

"You mean the Sha-glasses one?" Lightning asked.

"Yes! Errrrr, no! I meant the blondie one. The one with the black coat and all".

"Why her, dude?" Bob asked, "There's literally other more hot chicks on this train you could pick from like Lindsey, Mahiru, or that goth chick".

"True, but something about her makes me want to ask her out".

"J, no offense, but you do know she has a boyfriend, right?" Lightning asked.

"Of course I know! But that doesn't mean it's going to stop me from wanting her".

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"JFK has his eye on Sammy it would see", Bolo remarked, "My eye goes toward the orange hair girl. I just hope he doesn't get up into my business".

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While that's going on, other contestants were doing their own usual things to pass time.

Some were sitting down, either watching the TV or relaxing. Some even took to smoking, mostly Akainu and Logan the Wolverine.

Packard had already set up her radio set on the long, counter table on the right side of the carriages, where she is able to speak to those back at home, surprisingly, "Hey the connection is surprisingly good. Not perfect, but I can still talk to you. Now what's this whole thing about her husband marrying another gal?"

Eva is seen lifting some dumbbells, while listening to her earplugs. Lindsey talking about her own experience to Debbie. 2D having a conversation with Lammy about his band and such, with Murderface listening in. And Marcy is seen floating around, playing with her guitar, not bothering anyone.

"So while I was literally stuck on that planet", Lindsey continues, "I had to endure lots of terrible things. The most awful thing about it is they only gave me a brown comb. Like, a brown comb? And it's not one of those glitter types of combs or ones that come with a cute signature, it old and there was some hair on it. Can you believe that?"

"Yeeeeeaaaah, I can see being behind bars must've been traumatic for you", Debbie said, "I mean, I literally have to live without no electronics for an entire week".

"I know! The worst part! I was given an expired ketchup for my food. Literally!"

"I didn't know an alien planet had ketchup".

"They have lots of things. They even gave us a TV, which mind you it was a really, really, really old TV. I think it was from the 30s".

"Ok then", Debbie then asked, trying to move on with a more important topic, "So Lindsey, what's your thoughts on being the literal judge in your team?"

"Judge? What judge? Wait, is the next challenge a court trial?"

"Wouldn't really be that surprising", Debbie continued, "But listen, I'm talking about you having to pick a team captain".

"Wait, I'm supposed to pick a team captain?"

"Ugh yes, Lindsey. Chris literally placed you in a position to choose. What I'm trying to ask if this may sound literally stressful for you? Because you know, there's a lot of decision making and that".

"Now you mention it, I am kinda a little", Lindsey replied, "But oh well, I'm sure I'll pick the right choice. After all, I'm smart enough to tell who's the better leader. I was once voted as team captain, you know".

"Great".

"Yeah, also is it weird for us to interact, despite us being from different team?"

"Nah", Debbie replied, "It's okay. I really do need some actual company. Like actual normal people".

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"It's great me and Debbie are still besties", Lindsey confessed, "But yeah, about me having to choose team captain. I'm leaning toward...hmmm...darn, this is harder than I thought. Maybe I should ask someone more...professional" .

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"So yeah, that's how I got blinded", 2D finished his backstory behind his lack of pupils, much to Lammy curiosity, "Pretty-pretty painful stuff, but overall there was no lawsuit".

"Wow, that's both...interesting and kinda brutal".

"Weirdly enough, despite me being capable of getting eyes I was like...eh, not interested".

This conversation perks Murderface who was sitting right next to them, overhearing the conversation.

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"I am not okay with sharing my room with other musicians", Murderface confesses, "It's like literally having to give up food for Hitler. There can only be one brutal man that has a music background. He is amateurish at best".

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Moving onto the other side, Miko is seen bothering Eggman, who is fixing some sort of device on his hand with a screw.

Miko began to pop from left to right, wanting to see what he's creating out of curiosity, "So what are you doing? Are you creating a special spy device or a weapon device? Because believe me, it's totally hard to customize things if you don't have enough parts. You do have spare parts right?"

"Yes", Eggman replied, not paying any attention to her.

"Cool! So is it some kind of spy device? I hope it is. Are you going for a bug-like appearance or a rat appearance? I think rat appearance honestly looks more unique, in my opinion".

"Listen kid, do you mind bugging someone else", Eggman told her, "I'm trying to work here".

"Awww but I'm just curious what you're making", She said, "Your Eggman after all".

"If you want to know and cherish me so much, then I advise you to consider one person's personal space".

Miko moans and walks off, as she slouches herself onto the couch, sitting right next to Charlotte and Sammy.

"Ugh, I'm bored", She moans.

"Heheheh, you're funny when you're bored", Charlotte remarked.

"There's nothing to do around here".

"Why not just play on your device?" Sammy asked, "You did bring something along to keep you busy, right?"

"Can't", Miko pulled out from her a pocket a broken, hanging off gameboy like device, "Got broken while the train took off. Plus, my phone is out of battery so there's that".

"Ooooh that looks bad".

"I know".

"Did you try asking for anyone's help to fix it because I'm pretty sure some of us are capable of using magic or something to fix it".

"I was going to ask that big fellow name Robotnik for help, but-"

Before she could finish, an explosion was felt and heard. Coming from Eggman himself, who sat there, stunned and in disbelief by what just happened.

His goggles are almost cracking, mustache almost burned up, and his entire face is covered in ashes. His hands remain open to show his device has been turned into dust.

He didn't expect it to explode. He was certain he did a careful job at working on it.

Just then, he is startled by Jinx popping out of the table, raising her arms out in excitement, "Oh yeah! It works!"

"What works?! Were you responsible for this?" Eggman asked.

"Uhhh yeah, I was testing out one of my new explosives' ', Jinx told him, "I like to try something new, you know. I called it firelice. It's like firefly's, but lices...that blows up".

"Then why do it on me?!"

"I don't know", She replied, shrugging, "I just needed a test subject".

"I'll give you a test subject!"

"Uhhh, here's my other new explosion invention! Smoke bomb!" Jinx responded, pulling out and throwing what appeared to resemble a clock strapped with some sort of mechanism, as she throw it on the ground, causing smoke to explode, preventing Eggman from grabbing her, as she ran off.

"That...isn't even new", Eggman said.

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"I've been really busy with my toys a lot lately", Jinx said, tossing around a small golden, rusted ball in her hand, "Since I'm now outside of my home, it gives me more time to think more creatively. Plus, I could learn something out of this. Like things I never know I could do".

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On the other side further to the table is Satsuki, seen sitting in a chair, drinking a cup of tea. Right next to her follows Brendan doing his usual drawing in his book.

Satsuki doesn't have much to do, other than observing what Brendan is doing. She wasn't the only one. Sat by side are Robyn and...Robin, aka Damian ( From now on, he'll be referred as Damian Wayne ), with Robin not paying too much attention as he's cleaning his katana. Swiping the blade with a cloth.

"This looks beautiful, Brendan", Robyn remarked to him, "This took you over several long days to finish a certain area?"

"Uhh yeah, I had to make sure it was as delicate as possible", Brendan replied, "Can't leave it look off, you know".

"I know. I'm impressed. Wish I could draw something like this".

"Have you seen something like this before?" Brendan asked, "I mean, you do come from a decade after my period".

"Not a whole lot", Robyn replied, "I've never seen such beauty as your art before. Most of the art back where I live consist of wolf hate, fear, or those related to order and eternal damnation".

"Oh my, that sounds-"

"horrible, I know. But I do occasionally see some interesting art here and there. Not a whole lot because I have to reside in a governed community".

"Wait, are you referring to your original home or Ireland?"

"Ireland".

"Jesus, sounds like something closer to where I used to live".

"You live under a terrible governor?"

"No, I used to live behind a wall", Brendan replied, "With my uncle".

"Oh, so is your life there bad or anything?"

"Not really. It was comfortable, but at the same time kinda not, since I was forced to stay inside the wall and away from the outside world. Especially what my Uncle used to tell me. Not to mention, fears of a likely attack from vikings".

"Sounds kinda strict".

"I know".

"My father used to act the same way. Although for a good reason".

"You know, we seem to have something in common between you and me", Brendan pointed.

"I know, it's kinda odd how similar our lives are, despite us coming from different time".

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"It's very nice to meet someone closely related to my home country", Brendan confess, "It's a breath of fresh air from all the random characters I've encounter. Not to mention, I can finally make friends with the same age and interest. Well, not entirely the same interest, but...you know what I mean".

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Brendan then move his attention toward Ryuko, who was sitting across and further away from the group, likely due to Satsuki being there.

Confused, Brendan asked, "Uh Ryuko, why are you sitting further away from us?"

Ryuko just sat there, awkwardly not paying any attention to her sister...until eventually Brendan's voice was heard, as she turned and responded, "Uhhh, I was just...umm..I-I kinda like...sitting right here".

"Don't mind my sister's behavior", Satsuki told them, "She isn't used to me being around more. This is possibly our first time together in the same room. Perhaps longer, depending if one of us stays in the game".

"Wow, I'm guessing you two didn't get much along back then", Brendan said.

"True. Now it's mutual".

Ryuko moans to herself, slumping on to the table, as her clothing and closest friend, Senketsu remarked, "You know, this could be a perfect time for you and sister to get along".

"Get along, what? The fact we aren't related?"

"I mean the fact you two are no longer enemies. Think about the good possibility".

"Yeah, but that doesn't mean our rivalry is over. That just means we both respect one another and we don't have to kill each other constantly. Still, I didn't really expect her to compete. Then again, I'm not even surprised she would do that. With her pride and all that".

"Listen to me. As someone that sticks to you longer than any of your other clothing".

"Because you're the only uniform I could use as armor".

"Exactly", He resumed, "I know that if you bond long enough, you may get to understand that person. Hell, gain more trust probably".

"So all I have to do for me to not feel this way is by bonding with her? Like what again?"

"Talking to her", he told her, "If you are going to stay here much longer with her, now is the time to try to get to know her more, instead of gaining more enemies that become an obstacle to you".

Ryuko thought this over. She was willing to trust Brendan and Wendy. She was willing to trust some of the newer contestants, but to her own sister it was complicated. She knows her fighting skills, her mannerism, and personality. But that's it.

Not much she knows about her. Even if she did know, it was barely enough to the extent of her history.

Still despite some drawbacks, she still thinks Senketsu's advice does sound possible for her to take.

Next to them is Egon, working on his proton pack. A pack resembling a machine backpack. Tinkering it with a screwdriver, he was quite busy with it.

Regardless of Scratch annoyance. Floating around, eating some chips from a bag, all a while Egon tries to ignore him.

"Hey...hey...look at me", Scratch said while chewing, "I'm being a disturbance right now...not too fond of someone doing this, huh? Geez, I wonder if you could, I don't know, ask politely to stop? Or-or, I got one! You like it! Trap me in an eternal prison, likely to be dropped in some prison chamber of yours without a single bit of pity over us, ghosts!"

"Molly, mind telling you friend to eat somewhere off", Egon asked her, "I'm kinda busy with something".

"Scratch, come on!", Molly told him off, "Are you trying to paint a bad image of yourself and your ghost kind here?"

"Well I'm sorry, Molly! But he needed to be taught a lesson of tolerance! And mercy!"

"Didn't you show any tolerance to me and my family when we first met you?"

"Uhh..that was a long time ago. I change. He doesn't. Listen, he has no soul. No compassion! He'll do anything for an easy kink!"

"First off, we don't do that", Egon responded, "Second, we did it because we care about our city. Saving people's lives is our first priority".

"Oooooh yeah, saving people's lives! I'll keep that in mind when you start crashing down a ghost party and zap in the fake name of self defense!"

After he floats off into the ceiling, Molly apologizes to Egon, telling him, "I am so sorry about this. He doesn't always act like this".

"Not always?" Egon continues with his work.

"Well...he can be a little reckless, but he does have a soft spot within him. He just...doesn't like to show it to anyone specific, especially...you because he hates you guys".

"I see".

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"Scratch, you have to stop acting like this", Molly told him, as Scratch is still chomping down his chips.

"Why? Blame him for being here, not me".

"Listen I know you had some beef with this guy, but I need you to behave yourself. I still need you, you know".

"And I need him to go. I am not going to behave myself around him just because he's doing his job, okay? This guy deserves every karma coming at him. Lots of karma".

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Along with them is Snidely being interviewed by Jay, who was interested in doing an interview with one of the competitors.

He was holding a pen and notepad, writing everything down for better usage.

"So let me get this straight", Jay asked, "You have a troubling obsession of simply kidnapping any girl and tying them up on a railroad track, correct?"

"Yes, pretty much", Snidely replied, "Although I usually targeted Miss Neil a lot. Then that moronic Dudley Do-Right comes out and ruins everything".

"Have you tried going to therapy?"

"Try and fail, unfortunately".

"Good, good, and let me ask", Jay continued, "Have you ever starred in a motion picture movie? And what is it like?"

"Well it was short lived. I got to play an important role thanks to my excellent charm".

"And how did it go".

"It went smoothly, until I found out the movie bomb because nobody got to see".

"Was it because of your reputation?"

"No it wasn't my reputation...well, it kinda was, but there are a few other factors I am too secretive to talk about".

"Oooh scandals".

"There weren't any scandals".

"Got it! No scandals", Jay said, as he wrote everything down, including scandals.

"Ah what a good nap", Les Mutton just appeared, wearing nothing but his pajamas while also not wearing any pair of glasses, much to the surprise of..no one. Well, only a select few, "Good evening gentlemen? I see some of you are getting along with one another".

"Hey, am I supposed to know you?"

"Know what?" He asked, then looking down to himself, "Oh yes, I'm...uhhh Zeroman assistant, Les Mutton".

"Les Mutton?" Sounds like a French term".

"Yeah, it...kinda does. I mean, I am from Canada after all".

"Say, how come we didn't see you with Zeroman?" Snidely asked him, suspiciously.

"I...arrive late".

"How?"

"Well it's kinda complicated, but the host found a way to...teleport me here before the traffic got bad".

"Wait, you were in traffic, but got teleported here late?" Jay asked, not making any sense from what Les is trying to say.

"Like I say, it's complicated", He responded, quickly trying to dismiss any suspicions about him being Zeroman. It didn't help that he tried to cover up by fake smiling and sweating a little, "Welp, I'll be heading back to..uhhh, my own personal cabin. Thanks to Chris providing me with one".

He then went off, whistling to himself, while Snidely and Jay looked at each other in confusion.

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"Ok, this is going to be difficult for me to go from my normal identity to Zeroman", Les Mutton confesses, "I was initially wanting to go as myself to impressed to one of my lover- I mean, best friend, but she think Zeroman would be a perfect guy to compete. Which makes me think, if I compete as Zeroman, and play as a supportive helper to him, she might actually like both me and my Zeroman. Yes, it sounds risky, and yes I'm aware my pals back at home will disagree with me, but as long as I quickly use my quick swapping power, I won't be able to have my true identity be reveal".

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Alucard came to the room, stretching his arms out and yawning, "That was a fine sleep".

"Oh hi there, you must Alucard", Jay noticed, "The infamous monster hunter".

"How do you know my speciality?"

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"I did a little...let's say, sneaking around and such to look up their background", Jay confessed, "What? I'm a critic. As a critic, I must always dive into any personal space...without getting into much legal trouble, of course".

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"Just a guess", Jay then asked," Say, I notice you didn't sleep with us in the cabin. Where were you?"

"Heh good question", Alucard replied, "I always bring along my stuff whenever I travel. That includes my resting bed".

"Interesting. So like a sleeping bag, right?"

"Hmm...in a way, yes".

"Nice. The travel type", Jay then asked, "Say, do you like to be interviewed. Because I would love to interview you".

"Pass", He said, passing by him, much to his disappointment.

"Ummm okay then, reconsider".

Moving on, Zoro is seen sitting on one of the fancy couches cleaning his sword with a wet towel, all while Dust watches, seemingly admiring it, "You got a nice sword there. Did you make it yourself or got it from someone".

"Thanks for the compliment", Zoro replied, "Nice to see another fellow who's into swords".

"Well, I am a swordsman after all", Dust said.

"Sounds like a good opportunity to form an alliance with him", Fidget whispered.

"What?"

"Nothing".

"Anyways, if you're interested in making an alliance with me", Zoro, without hearing her comment, made a reply that refuted her suggestion, "Sorry to break it up, but I'd rather win this alone. By myself. It's the best way for me to improve my strength and all that".

"That's fine by me", Dust said, seemingly okay with it. Not so with Fidget, both outrage and flabbergasted.

"What?!" She shouted, getting his attention.

"What's up with you, Fidget?"

"What's up with me?" Fidget told him, "Isn't it obvious? We on a game show! Which means, there's a tight chance there's going to be a lot of string pulling?"

"Huh?"

"What I'm saying is, we need to form an alliance".

"Why?"

"Because duh, I just told you. We on a game show. A show involving elimination. If we form some kind of pack, we could combat against it".

"And why should I want to do that?"

"I told you, it'll prevent us from getting eliminated. Plus, I think you need a couple of outside friends".

"Friends? I already got friends. You, me, my sword, some of our friends back at home".

"I meant, friends right now. Right here. On this train", Fidget explained, "Think about it, the best solution to stay longer is befriending someone. Sure, most if not all of them are alien to us, but if we could form one or two friendship we'll be just fine".

"You seem to know all this stuff, despite coming from a world where none of this exist".

"It's call, being observant".

Dust thought about this. At first, he was a bit hesitant, as he thought he could handle it by himself. But after thinking about it, she does have a point, "Hmm, I guess you right. But who do you think I should be friend with?"

Fidget ponder, looking around and spotting what she thought would be a perfect fit. Across from them on the right side sat Kris and Blue Pearl, staying at the flat screen TV above them.

"Aha! Them!" Fidget pointed.

"Them?"

"Yes them! They perfect".

"Your sure?"

"Come on, I'm totally sure about this. As long as we have enough member we'll be fine".

"I really do hope you right about this", Dust told her, as he got up and began to approach them.

Blue Pearl has nothing much else to do, other than just watching TV. Same with Kris.

Dust approach them, greeting them with a awkward manner, "Uhh hi there".

Fidget came up with a more euthastc and weirdly, Texan tone, "Howdy fellows. Seems like you two need some partners to cheer you up".

"Seriously Fidget?" Dust asked, disbelief with how she's going with this.

"What? I'm trying to act friendly here", She told him, dropping the Texan accent.

"Hello", Blue Pearl replied.

"So uhhh...I see you guys need some company", Dust then asked to the point, "Want to form an alliance?"

"Dust!" Fidget argue, "Come on! Don't just go straight to our offer!"

"Well what do you want me to say next? I really got nothing".

Fidget facepalm, "I probably didn't thought this through".

"Hmm an alliance?" Blue Pearl said, "Steven did mention I should be more...social with everybody I meet".

"So that's a yes?" Dust asked.

Blue Pearl responded with a shrug and nod, "I guess so".

"Oh, umm great", Dust replied, then asking Kris, "Great to hear. How about him?"

There was an awkward silence between them, as Kris didn't respond, nor did he express some conflicted emotion. He just stares at them with a blank expression.

"Ummm is he mute or-?" Before Dust could answer, Blue Pearl answered for him.

"He's mute, yes".

"Oh okay then", Dust said.

"I'm guessing that's a yes then", Fidget said, "I'm going to say it's a yes".

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"I never thought I would make friends this quickly", Blue Pearl remarked, "Oh well, a friend is a friend".

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"Look everyone!" Bluehilda ran out, holding up a broom in the air to get everyone's attention, "Seems like I did bringing this baby along. I wonder if I could still use it!"

"Uhhh I don't think it a good idea to ride it inside the coach", Zoro told her.

"Nah! Don't worry. I'm not going to break anything with this", She assured him, hopping onto the broom, as it began to float above the floor.

Then all of a sudden, she began to fly off. Flying crazily inside the coach, all around the corner, the ceiling, the side, and the ground. Screaming with excitement, while everyone continues on with their normal activity.

Some did take notice, but it was a means to dodge her upcoming fly through. And some only took one notice and ignored it.

She even almost hit Frollo, but he managed to duck down as she flew by. He was sitting at the table, feeling annoyed by everything that's going on around him.

"These heathens", Frollo thought to himself, "Is this my literal hell? Living alongside these creatures from god knows where. Is this really my torment? For all my hard work?"

Sitting by side on the left is Coachman, remarking, "I seem to take notice of you not adjusting well with this new lifestyle".

"Of course I'm not. Look around you", Frollo told him, "I'm surprised you're okay with this".

"Please, I encounter a talking fox and cat and a walking puppet", Coachman told him, "Plus, I own a donkey business. This whole thing isn't new to me, you know".

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"Why am I not surprised that he's being comfortable with these devils around him", Frollo confesses, "I for one am not. I'm a judge, after all. A judge that repents from his own sin. I can't pardon my self-consciousness to consider these odd ones as fellow comrades. Who to say any of them are demons in disguise. Trying to convince me to join their inner circle. Still though, I must put my view aside and focus more on me trying to...fit in".

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Sitting a bit further next to them is Hades and Alastor, along with Stocking sitting right by them. Right next to Alastor. And being annoyed by their cackling laughter, as if reminiscing their past friendship together.

"Oh you should've been there to see it", Alastor told him, "I was literally by myself in a room full of other fun fellows. I didn't even have to break a sweat when dealing with them. Not that I even have one, though".

"Funny, real funny", Hades said, "You know, I could really need you when dealing with that dumb Hercules".

"Ah, that wouldn't be too fun".

"Come on, it's Hercules for pete sake. One sight at you and he's a goner".

"Interesting offer, but I'm kinda busy with the whole managing the hotel thing".

"Hotel, huh? Never heard of it, but I'm sure that's stressful work to manage".

"Not at all".

Both of them laugh again, much to Stocking annoyance.

"Say, I'm surprised you're still sitting right next to me", Alastor took notice of her..

"Next to you?! I'm only sitting next to you because this is the only seat available".

"Sure you do", Alastor said, rubbing her head, as she scowled even more, much to his delight.

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"This is a reminder...once again", Stocking confess, "I am not interesting in getting back with that filthy, cock ridden, backstabbing, fury f**ker! That's not my priority. My real priority is winning this. But I can't do that when he's around. Perhaps I should try getting rid of him again. I mean, it won't be that hard, since everyone else already knows he's a demon. They can't be too stupid enough to not vote him off this early".

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While that was going on, Ray, James Bond, and Stan Smith were having a conversation with Shoreleaves. Holding a glass cocktail, as Shore leaves, talks about his impressive feats, much to Ray annoyance.

"Back in 1980 whatever, I was leading a fierce raid against Sphinx headquarters", Shoreleaves explained, "Something about a hostage situation. We were ordered not to intervene and allow some professional computer nerds to deal with it. But we, O.S.I. refuse to listen to some losers so we barge and beat the living tard out of everyone. It was an amazing operation. It was my gay skill and gay style that we took over their headquarters in a minute. Yep, it was that easy. Then there was a party and a small orgy. It was radical".

"Oh, that's an awesome story", Stan commented, "Not fond of the gay part, but I like it".

"Sounds fun", James Bond added, "Truly it magnificent your organization still remains intact, despite how angry your higher official must be".

"Yeah, they were super pissed off. Luckily, I was too gay for them to court marshal. Plus, I got good lawyers so there's that".

"You know, just being gay doesn't qualify you as a complete bada**", Ray told him.

"What's your qualification then?" Shoreleave sarcastically asks, "Having a little d*ck?"

"Ha! You totally got him", Stan Smith said, "You know I'm qualify bada** too? I took down tons of terrorists just with my guns and with my fist".

"Really? That's sick, pal. How many did you take down?" Shoreleave asked.

"Over nine thousand".

"Nine thousand?! That can't be right?!"

"It is!"

"That's wicked. We could need people like you in O.S.I."

"I'm flatter. But my true loyalty is to the C.I.A. The best organization in the world. Better than those Isis".

"Uhh hey, I took offense to that", Ray told them.

"What? Do you have sympathy toward terrorists?"

"No. I told you, I'm part of an organization that shares the same name as Isis, unfortunately and I take highly offense in-" Before he could finish, He is then shot in the leg by Stan Smith, causing him to fall on the ground, bleeding and groaning, "OW! DAMN IT! ARCHER! I MEAN, STAN SMITH!"

"Sorry, sorry, thought you were referring to the other Isis".

"God...sh*t!"

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"Staying here is going to be a pain in the a**" Ray confesses, "I have to deal with someone who's ten times gayer than me. And I'm stuck with a C.I.A agent. Not the good kind, the worst kind. God, sooner or later I'm going to vote one of them off. I'll probably go for Stan first, then Shore Leave".

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"Ray is a total wuss", Shoreleave confesses, "There's no way he's going to make that far into the game. I know Isis. I know full well that these guys always suck at everything. No need to acknowledge some of their success. They always screw things up and try to "fix" it".

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After he got shot in the leg once again, Brick came by after a long jog from the back to front of the train.

He was bending down, hands on his knees as he caught some breath, "Yes! Woohoo! ten laps without a single sweat. Yep!"

"Hey there, soldier", Stan greet, resulting in Brick standing up, saluting to him, "Whoa at ease, kiddo".

"Sorry, just one of my instincts to always salute anyone".

"Great instinct, I see", Stan remarked, "I'm impressed by your lap, kid. Got some strong durability to increase, ain't ya?"

"Right. It's all about preparing for a long, tough road".

"Aie, loving that. You know, I'm starting to take a liking of you".

"Really?"

"Yeah. I always appreciate when boys try to become men. Something I wish my son would be. But alas, god still torments me".

"Aww don't feel too shameful. I'm sure your son will grow up to be in perfect shape".

"Yeah, yeah, I really hope so".

"Hey, how about getting someone to help me here", Ray asked, "I'm still bleeding".

"Right away!" Brick replied, but before he went he was instead stopped by Stan.

"Now, now, hang on a sec here", Stan told him, "Before you go, how about we chat a little, okay?"

"But sir, what about him?"

"Ah, he'll be fine".

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"Wow, I can't believe there's someone appreciating my skill for once", Brick remarked, "I'm starting to like the new guy as well".

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"One way to stay way above the league is by making some new friends", Stan confessed, "After all, if I'm going to stay longer, I have to find someone more loyal to me".

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Unknown to them and the rest they were being watched behind the vents from above.

Pam and Cheryl have seen the entire thing unfold and were quite amused, needing to bend down on all four to see it.

"Wow...Ray is still a pussy", Pam commented.

"Yeah, you think he is a lot more manly compared to these guys", Cheryl added.

"Not with those slim arms", Pam replied, "And damn, I didn't expect other agents from our rival agency to be here".

"Hey, is it kinda douche to bet on James Bond to make it this far into the game?"

"As long as our boss or Ray doesn't hear about this, I'm cool with it".

"Cool. Who are you betting on?"

"Eh, probably Shoreleave".

Back to the lounge, the racket with Bluehilda and her broom continues, until eventually Serling enters the room.

He is completely bothered by what's going on. retracting his head as she passed by, almost hitting him. Once he popped his head up, he asked everyone, "What's going on in here?"

"The blue witch is messing around with her broom", Frollo responded, "Something about her wanting to test out her new ride".

"Not in this room", Serling states.

And as he raises his arm up, he manages to catch Bluehilda by the arm.

Unfortunately, he didn't catch the broom, resulting in the broom flying through the coaches. Eventually, crashing into the dinning room.

Serling knows this by hearing the crashing sounds of dishes, falling paintings, and the table breaking. He flinched, much to his unfortunate displeasure.

After he moaned, he asked her, looking directly at her while still clinging to her arm, "Madam, please no vehicle in the lounging room. It is required that everything is as needless as possible".

"I was just trying to occupy myself with something cool", She replied, "Besides, Chris did state we can do whatever we want in this room".

"I believe he meant something more mundane".

"That's mundane in my book".

Serling facepalm, gently putting her down and telling himself, "And here I thought I didn't have to deal with any reckless individual while I'm gone".

"So robot dude", Miko asked, "Got any reason for coming in here?"

"Firstly it Serling", Serling told her, "Secondly, I came by to inform Lightning that Jose requires assistance at the pool area".

"Sweet. Little guy needed my Sha-help", Lightning slid to him, "Sha-Lightning here to help! What does he need?"

"He requires clothing. As well as his other...essential needs like a coat and a captain hat. Apparently he left it in his cabin before he departed at the hot tub area".

"Sha-count on me! I'll get it and give it to the little guy!"

As Lightning headed back to the cabin, Damian commented, "He seemed...oddly enthusiastic for someone that has to deal with our new captain".

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"Lightning don't mind", Lightning said, "It's all in my master plan to make it to the merge. Be sha-nice and be sha-loyal. Sha-Lightning knows what he's doing. Sha-Lightning is no Sha-fool".

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Somewhere in a dark, storage room, above and away from anyone to hear, Pumyra headed there for a secret meeting.

A meeting that was referred to her by Amok himself.

She obviously knew who summoned her and knew what she got herself into, as she leaned herself back behind one of the stack storage cases and crossed her arm, waiting for them to show up.

Eventually they did, with Luna riding on amok, heading toward her along with the rest. Meeting up from different directions, as if cornering her.

"Soooo you finally have the guts to come up and meet with us", Luna remarked.

"Strange, I was expecting none of you to bother contacting me", Pumyra sarcastically retorted.

"Let's get to the point", She then asked, "Why are you here? Did Mumm ra send you?"

"Obviously yes", Pumyra replied, "He ordered me to ensure that the pieces of the stones are still intact and to wait for the perfect time to snatch it. Although, it's not going to be easy by the look of it".

"Sounds like a dumb plan to me", Chilla commented.

"Good luck with trying to steal it", Luna told her, "Do you have any idea who has it?"

"Yes", Pumyra replied, "I already know that girl has it".

"Tch moron".

"Oh, as if you know".

"You feline, imbecile. The girl you are referring to likely doesn't have it".

"And how would you know? Did you attempt to take it? Oh, and while I'm at it, what were you guys doing on this show? What? Did Mumm ra price wasn't enough?"

"Listen here, Mumm ra pet", Alluro stated, "We were focusing on rebuilding ourselves from the ground up, after our countless, humiliated defeat by the Thundercats".

"Not to mention", Tug Mug added, bouncing up and down, pointing at her, "Your boss hasn't contacted us for a while. You should blame him for our uselessness".

"Tug Mug has a point", Luna told her, "We were focusing more on our own survival than your petty war. So don't blame us for not helping".

"Whatever", Pumyra said, as she began to move her way out of their way, walking off without giving a glance, "It's not like I needed any of your help, anyways. Just don't get in my way".

After she left, the Lunataks were left in the dark, wondering what to do in this current situation.

"So what now, Luna?" Red eye asked, "Are we still loyal to Mumm ra or what?"

"I would prefer we ruin her", Tug Mug said, "Who needs Mumm ra, anyways?"

"Yea, sabotaging would be nice", Alluro said, "I mean, if Pumyra doesn't want our help, then what stops us from sabotaging Mumm ra whole plan".

"While these are some excellent suggestions", Luna told them, "Our objective has changed. It is best we focus more on our own business, throughout. Only then, we could get back to Mumm ra. After all, isn't our true intention is ridding of that mummy and ruling Third Earth?"

"Oh yeah, now you're talking", Chilla and the others nodded in agreement, as from then all they have no intention of ever being involved with this plan of hers.

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At the passenger seating room ( Or the loser room, in short ), the contestant interaction continues here, as there are some conversing with one another and making new friends.

And since the seats are movable, it allows easy access to socialize in a group.

On the front, right side Mahiru can be seen taking some photos in the sky with her camera. Scott, sitting next to her and being a bit bothersome, asked, "Uhh, you do realize you are just taking photos of some boring sky, right?"

"It's not boring", Mahiru replied, after finishing up her work, "I just like taking photos of nice scenery sometimes".

"What's so nice about the sky".

"Well for starters, it's the only area where it is less polluted...sometimes".

"Yeah right. All I know is that sky's are just sky's. Nothing to be found over", Scott told her, "If I want to see something interesting, I would just throw rocks at any nearby animal".

"You seem to lack any understanding of admiration for nature surrounding", Dawn remarked, sitting next to him, while in a meditating pose.

"The only thing I lack for admiration is from you".

"Point taking".

"You know, Mahiru", Hilgari, sitting across and in front of them, commented, "You seem really excited to be on this trip. From what I heard, this show gets quite crazy later on".

"Why would I? This is a perfect opportunity for me to go out and explore the world", Mahiru replied, "Worlds I've never been before. And take new photos along the way".

"I can't blame a young lady like you for being too thrilled about this", Paradox commented, sitting right in the middle between Hilgari and Toko, "The multiverse is a vast, constantly running oceans of worlds with tons of variety's. Some I'm sure you would be eager to take a photo of''.

Mahiru nodded, "Yep, that's right. I can't wait to explore these new universes. I'm really curious what many of these may hold".

"I'm a bit shy about what they may hold", Toko added, "I'm really not too super thrilled about this".

"Don't worry, you get used to it. It's a common thing for newcomers to not get used to any of these multiverse complexity", Paradox assured her.

"Still though, I'm not really too excited about where this travel may lead us to", Scott said, "This is Chris after all. He might take us to literal hell".

"Which may sound fun", Paradox said.

"Seriously? You find hell to be fun? What's up with your logic, scientist guy?"

"I'm a time traveler, to be honest of time god. Sometimes, there are times I'm willing to enjoy the weirdness".

"Weirdo", Scott mutters.

"Say Mahiru, aren't you a bit nervous whether or not you're not going to be picked as leader?" Hilgari asked.

"I'm sure Lindsey will make a good decision", Mahiru replied, "I really do hope so. I mean, why would she pick Stan of all people".

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"Ok, to be fully honest I am a bit anxious", Mahiru confesses, "I'm aware that despite how nice and kind Lindsey is, she can be a little...ditsy. I just hope that doesn't become a problem for her".

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Moving on somewhere else further behind them, Zoe Drake is sitting next to Eddy as she takes a special interest in his friend. That being, Celebi.

In fact, she wasn't the only one. Atsuko took a special interest in it as well, while Eddy sat close to the window, bored and glancing out.

"Awww this thing is so cute", Zoe drake, petting it under her chin, "I never seen something this unique before in my world. A fairy Pokemon. What's that?"

"I know! It looks adorable", Atsuko added, "I'm totally going to tell this to my friends back home".

"Yeah, yeah, she's sooo special", Eddy sarcastically said.

"Hey Eddy, how did you manage to have her follow you around?" Zoe asked.

"It's a long story".

"Come on, it must be endearing".

"Can...Celebi actually talk?" Atsuko asked him.

With Celebi responding, happily, "Celebi, Celebi, Celebi".

"It can, but only its name", Eddy responded.

Atsuko was a bit perplexed by that answer. Making her think even more question from the implication, "That's it?"

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"Look I'm a scammer", Eddy confesses, "Not a Pokemon expert. All I know is it has something to do with time. That's it. Sheeshk I'm beginning to miss having that doofus with his rat sidekick around. Maybe he could've been useful".

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Across on the other side, there was a conversation held by the female contestants from the Cruel Stars.

These consist of Mabel, Wendy, Ella, Mako, and Nami.

"Woah, so that's what happened while you were gone?" Mabel asked Wendy, being astonished by Wendy's story.

"Yeah man, it was awful", Wendy replied, "Like space taco every day. I mean, I eat taco but I don't want to eat it all the time. And the cells reek, it's like a high school bathroom level of stench".

"Eeewww, that sounds sick. Thank goodness I didn't get picked for Cruise", Mabel said.

"That does sound awful", Ella then asked, "How about a little tune to cheer you up".

"Nah, no thanks", Wendy responded, "If it's rock or metal, I'll allow it".

"If you think your story was crazy", Mako told them, "Mine was insane. I met a guy with a sword, I rode on a space shuttle that we almost die, and there was this guy name Evil Star, who's main gimmick is based off stars or something",

"Mako, I'm pretty sure you already told us this", Wendy said.

"Wait, really?"

"You know you guys have been through a lot", Nami said, "I'm surprised you guys were willing to come back".

"Yeah about that..." Before Wendy could explain a bit further on the fact they didn't come back by their own accord, Pumyra enters the room after coming back from her meeting with the Lunataks.

As she walked through, Nami took notice of her. Seeing there's one seat left and being curious about her, she called out to her.

"Hey Pumyra!"

She turned around, noticing them, "Oh hi, what do you want?"

"Uhh I was wondering if you would love to join us in a chat".

"Really? Are you asking me?"

Nami nodded, "Yeah, I mean...we are in the same team. I thought it would be a perfect time for us to get to know one another".

Pumyra thought about it, "Hmmm, maybe this could give me some advantage. If I'm willing to blend in, I might as well befriend a few of them".

She eventually complied, "Sure, I would love to talk with you guys".

"Great", Nami said, delighted to hear as Pumyra entered and sat at the empty seat, "I'm glad you are willing to socialize with us".

"Hey, it's all about team bonding", Pumyra said, "Get to know each other".

Nami: "Yep".

Wendy: "Sure thing do".

Mako nodded.

As Pumyra got comfortable in her seat, she was a little brother by Mabel sitting next to her. Mabel stares at her, breathing heavily and looking at her with an odd expression.

"Ummm, are you okay?" Pumyra asked, which pulled Mabel back to reality.

"Sorry, I..uhh..I was just...memorized by the fact you're a cat person", Mabel replied.

"Oh really?"

"Yeah, like I saw lots of strange things, but a cat person resembling a human", Mabel said, "I've never seen before...well, except for the internet. I shudder every day to see those".

"Umm.."

"QUICK QUESTION! Do you lick yourself as some form of bathing? Do you guys eat cat food or regular food? And also, does meowing mean something in your language? I mean, I hope it doesn't sound offensive for me saying that"

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"Yep, this is much harder than I thought", Pumyra confesses, "Oh well, I might as well try tolerating them. Or at least, get to know them a bit more, if I have to stay much longer".

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"Say Pumyra, perhaps telling more about yourself", Nami suggested.

"Good idea", Pumyra began, "Well to answer Mabel's question, we eat normal food, we bathe normally, and meow literally means nothing. Although, it is quite offensive for someone to assume that".

"Sorry", Mabel apologized.

"But as for me, I like to keep personal things by myself".

"Oh, so you got a personal secret? Like a terrible secret or awful secret?" Mako asked.

Wendy: "Mako".

"What? I'm just curious".

"It's just a personal secret. Nothing to rave about '', Pumyra then asked Ella, "So Ella, what about you. I assume you're into princess and stuff".

"That's right", Ella replied, "As someone who loves to sing, I'm always willing to sing for any new friend that comes by it's way. It's like making their new theme song" .

"That's very nice", Pumyra moves on toward Wendy, "You?"

"A lumberjack, acrobatic, skill fighter, sometimes lazy, and I hate high school", She replied, "Literally".

"I don't even know what High School is".

"Trust me, you do not want to know".

"I know what High School is", Ella added, "High School is a wonderful place where everyone can make friends and interact with one another. It's a fun place".

"Not for me, dude", Wendy told her, "Not for me".

"I can relate for the both of you", Mako agrees, "My school is both great and deadly".

"Okay then", Pumyra said, turning to Nami, "And I'm assuming you are-"

"A pirate and navigator", Nami replied, "I'm also extremely into treasure and valuable".

"That's interesting to hear", Pumyra seems satisfied to know about each of them, with the exception of Mabel and Mako.

She then took two people further away from them, "Hey ummmm...is it me or do those guys look...okay?"

She was pointing to Owen and DJ. Both in their seats, both strapping themselves with seatbelt, and both in a cradle position, mumbling and moving back and forth in a paranoid expression.

"Yeeeaaaah, those guys, Owen and DJ", Wendy explained, "Not in a good mood. Owen is still afraid of heights and DJ...well, he's kinda uneasy from being back".

"My, I feel terrible".

"Me too", Ella agrees, "I try singing for them, but it doesn't seem to work".

"I did try to comfort DJ, my favorite man", Wendy replied, "But I think he really needs some serious help by the look of it".

"Think of good thoughts, think of good thoughts", Owen uttered to himself.

"Please let this be a hallucination. Please!" DJ utters to himself as well.

Just then, Filburt the intern barged into the room at the back. Tripping and falling, getting everyone's attention.

"Hey look, it's one of Chris' slaves", Scott pointed out, "What does he want from us".

Filburt slowly got up, explaining to all of them, "I came to inform you guys to head to the diner room".

"Why?" Nami asked.

"Good question", Filburt said, "All I can say is, it's lunch time".

"Wait, did someone say lunch?" Owen asked.

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At the diner hall, everyone ( Except Jose, Lightning, and Aqua ) enter the room and are greeted by an unexpected surprise.

Displayed in front of them is a massive banquet. A banquet consisting of every type of food measurable. From ham to a chocolate foundation, to jell o and mash potatoes.

Everyone was at awe by this, especially Owen who was so mesmerized by it he began to drool. Drool as hard as a waterfall, which created a literal stream.

This only bothers some around him.

"Whoa, this looks beautiful", Stan remarked, tears running down his eyes.

"It's like early Thanksgiving", Brick comments, "My thanksgiving is pale compared to this".

"Whatever", Loona shrugged, being the only one that is not at awe by this, "It's just food".

"Food that is made very well", Ryuko said, "Coming from this show".

"Man, who knew the host could be a swell guy if this is our lunch", Yamcha remarked.

"Actually, that would be me", The person responsible for this is none other than Sanji, coming out from the kitchen and rubbing his hand with a towel. He gave a nice smile to them all, seemingly proud of his job.

"Wow Sanji, you made all this?" Mahiru asked, surprised by this.

Not much so to Zoro and Nami, but Nami seems obviously happy for him, "Well isn't that surprising".

Sanji nodded, "Yep, I made this for all of you. Chris said I can serve you guys before the challenge begins. I thought I would start off something great before...Chris ruins it".

"Dang! Guess you're not the only cook around", Owen nudged his arm to DJ, chuckling to himself.

"Ahem, only cook, laddie?" Silver asked, deeply offended by Owen's assumption.

"Anyways guys, dig in!" As Sanji announces, everyone dive into their feast, with Mr. Frog being the first to grab an entire turkey and shove it into his mouth.

Conker poured chocolate down his throat.

Dororo shoveled down food like bread and cake, while Hyakkimaru was biting a plate, thinking it to be food.

Scratch began to devour straight through, not giving a single damn about any other contestants belongings.

Larfleeze proceeds to use his ring to grab several foods into his orange bag for safe keeping, "Mine, mine, mine, mine".

Bob tried to eat a pie, but got punched in the face by Murderface who wanted it for himself. Both them, as Bob got up, started fighting and pulling it from one another.

Donald Love sniffed a random steak. Gagged a bit and asked Sanji, "Hey pal, you got any meat that's a bit more...fleshy?"

"What do you mean?"

"I'm...more of a raw type of meat. Got any?"

"Odd taste, but I guess I can bring one out".

"Thanks, that's nice of you".

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"I like it when my devoted guys never question my method", Donald Love said, "It keeps things ruining without any repercussions. Now as for what my plan is for how I'm going to stay longer. It's easy. Talk my way through with advice and charisma".

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Mabel Pines began to swallow and throw in her mouth dozens and dozens of cakes, regardless if it made her full.

"Hey kid, save some for the rest will ya?" Sanji reminder.

"Sorry, it's just…this cake tastes soooo good!" Mabel told him, resuming.

"Alright whatever, just don't try to eat too much of it".

As Mabel continued with this, she decided to try to share one for Robyn, who was sitting right next to her, "Robyn! You got to try this! It's like a combination of candy, non-candy, and whatever sweets I haven't heard of".

"Umm no thanks".

"Come on, this tastes really good".

"Not in a mood for sweets, thanks".

"Alright then, suit yourself", She shrugged, shoving one cake down and burping, then deciding to converse with Robyn, particularly about Brendan, "Say Robyn, I seem to notice you hang out a lot with a certain special boy".

"Huh? What do you mean?"

"You know what I'm talking about?"

Robyn didn't fully catch on to what she's trying to say. But soon, she finally got what she meant by her tone of voice.

"Oh you mean Brendan", Robyn replied, "Look, me and Brendan are just friends".

"I know, I know", Mabel said, "But sometimes, I get the feeling you two seem very…attached to one another, you know?"

"Look, just because I got curious over his interest, doesn't mean we are in love", Robyn told her, "Matter of fact, I'm not even interested in any romantic relationship whatsoever".

"Not a tiny bit?"

"Nope. Not really".

"Okay then, that's totally cool with me", Mabel said, "Because I'm not into any romantic relationship or anything".

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"Sorry, I sometimes get a bit too obsessive over people having a non-romantic relationship between opposite gender", Mabel confesses, "Every time I see a girl meeting a boy and they both have a conversation, I get too fond of that. Too….involve if you may like. Like, I think I have a problem or something. Probably not. Probably just the sugar rush getting to me. Anyways, all it matters is that a romantic relationship isn't my thing anymore. I am totally done!"

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Cutting to somewhere else, Mako is shoving a watermelon down her throat. It remains stuck, until Mako slams her face at the table, finally swallowing it much to Ryuko and Nami bewilderedness.

"You know, you could've just sliced it into pieces", Nami told her.

"Yeah I could, but it's all about gaining some protein".

"Heeeeeey Nami '', Sanji slid in, acting awkwardly flirty with her, "How's the food been going? Pretty good?"

"It's actually great, Sanji. I'm actually surprised you are willing to cook for us, especially since we are on opposite teams".

"Aww I'm flattered. Being on a different team doesn't stop me from being truly loyal to you".

Just then, his mood changed as he heard a terrible insult unfolding across from the other side of the table.

"This food is pathetic. You call this fancy?" Akainu commented, crossed armed, "A real Marine would call this as an abomination to food itself".

"Yeah, no kidding", Zoro added, only doing it to mock Sanji directly, rather than mocking the food itself, "This food sucks".

"HEY! WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING AGREEING WITH HIM?!" Sanji shouted.

"What? I'm being honest about the dish you serve us. I'm not agreeing with anything the Fleet Admiral has to say", Zoro told him.

"And I don't care for any of your opinions,'' Akainu told them.

"You moron! I've literally served you the richest food ever!" Sanji shouted, particularly toward Zoro, "How are you hating it now?!"

"The food isn't bad. It lacks something", Zoro sarcastically said, "Something special that you probably lost after you got eliminated. Ha!"

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"Adjusting with my new lifestyle isn't going to be easy", Sanji confesses, "I have to deal with not just Zoro, but a Fleet Admiral as well. How is that fair? Couldn't Chris show any mercy on me! I could've been more comfortable with Nami, but noooooooooo! Life is cruel, and I'm stuck with those two!"

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"I'm seriously going to enjoy this", Zoro remarked, "Not so much with the Fleet Admiral, though. Me and Sanji may have some grudges, but we both share the same distrust of Akainu. If he tries anything, I won't hesitate from stopping him, no matter how dangerous he can be".

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"Those two really need to get along", Nami said, "At the same time, I'm more worried about them having to work alongside a Fleet Admiral. I can't blame them for acting this way toward him. Who knows what he's intending to do".

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While Sanji is left there, outraged by their criticism, Mahiru sits there, a little fazed by what's going on.

"Jeez, this is going to be a lot harder to control, if I'm picked as team captain", Mahiru said to herself.

Stan overhears it, feeling the need to bother her as to show his dominance.

"Ha! Lot harder?" Stan tauntingly said, "Was that a sense of doubt I'm hearing or is that a coward talking".

This annoyed Mahiru, as she spoke back to him, "That really wasn't nice".

"Come on, you know I'm the best at leading".

"Oh yeah, how so?"

"Well for starter, I'm handsome, bada**, a CIA agent, and totally a bada**".

"You know, repeating yourself doesn't really prove you anything", Tiff told him, "It just prove how arrogant you are".

"Haha! As if I'm willing to hear advice from a child".

That comment made Tiff furious. So furious, it causes her to bend her spoon and break it.

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"Seriously? Her as a leader?" Stan asked, "Ha! She doesn't know the first thing about being a leader. Leadership involves responsibility. They must be tough and smart. Just like me. No one is going to be led by some girl with a camera. Now I just hope the blonde picked me. Otherwise, there's going to be a lot of spying I'll have to do to mess with her. Both physically and mentally".

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"Ummm sir, maybe it's not a good idea to mess with your competition", Brick suggested to him, "I mean, we are on the same team here".

"Quite private, this is superior talking", Stan told him.

"Don't mind the fool", Silver told her, biting down a fruit, "He's just hassling to get a nerve from you".

"Uhh thanks for reminding me", Mahiru said.

"Your welcome".

"You know, if you want my opinion", Sanji said, "I think you'll be great as team captain".

"Really?" She asked, with Sanji nodding.

"Yeah, better than having the literal douche be our leader".

"Hey, I take offense to that", Stan told him.

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"Lots of conflict is going on", Silver said, "I can feel it with my arm. Not my robotic arm, though. That one is more of my special child. Anyways, I had no problem with this. I'm just joining the ride and seeing what happens. If I'm betting who'll be the leader, it'll probably be the young lady. Stan, not feeling it. Hades, eh. Not much of a good person".

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Cutting back, Toiletnator is enjoying eating some salad, all while Loona is still on her phone, not caring enough or hungry enough to chow down on this feast.

"Mmmm you gotta try this", Toiletnator said to her, "It's like eating fresh leafs made with the perfect ranch".

"No thanks. Not hungry".

"Come on, it's good for your digestive system".

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"I'm never the type to destroy any of my own health", Toiletnator confessed, "To keep a toilet safe and pure, I must always eat something less greasy. I mean, do you have any idea what it does to someone's stomach? I know I have once".

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While Loona is minding her own business, Jay comes by next to her, bothering her.

"Helloooooo Linda".

"It's Loona, dumba**"

"I was wondering if I could do an interview with you".

"Not interested".

"Not interested?" Jay continued, "Don't you care about the fame and glory and...money".

"I'm on a game show. I'm not interested in being involved in your...whatever your doing".

"Madam, I am trying to make sure I talk with everyone", Jay told her, "Imagine how much gratitude I could get out of this".

"Not a long shot".

"Please, it only takes a small amount of time".

"No".

"Hey! You could interview me", Toiletnator cuts in, "I would love to be interviewed. I got lots of interesting thing about myself like how that one time-"

"Yeah no, I'll pass", Jay replied.

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"I'm looking for more...interesting folks to talk to", Jay confesses, "Not some lame, costume villain. I mean, look at that guy. He looks ridiculous. If I interview people like him, I'll be a laughing stock".

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Cutting to each person, Sammy was biting an apple, until JFK came along.

"Hey there...uhhhh, Sammy", JFK said to her, "I seem to take notice of your...new perfume smell".

"Wha-what? I don't use perfume", She replied, "Not anymore that is".

"Really? Guess it's Eh Uh your beauty hair attracts me then".

"Are you trying to flirt with me?"

"Gal, if I were flirting, I would've thrown my shirt away for you. At any moment, not now".

"Uhhh look, I already got a boyfriend", Sammy told him off, "And plus, I'm not interested in any romance so no".

JFK remained silent, remaining in that position until he asked again, "...so uhh...your single yet?"

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"Hmmm no means no", JFK said, "But if you replace the N with an L and add V and an E, you get Love. I totally get what she means! I'm totally not dumb enough to make that connection".

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Reg is seen sniffing a donut, trying to smell if it is good or not to eat. He took one bite and felt a sense of satisfaction, "Not bad".

Lindsey moved by, sitting next to him. She asked, "Hey Reg, can I talk with you for a moment".

"Umm sure, what is it?"

"It's about the whole...me picking team captain", Lindsey explained, "I'm really struggling choosing whether or not I should pick Mahiru, Stan, or Heather ''.

"You mean Hades?"

"Oh yeah, Hades".

"Look, I'm...not sure I'm qualified to help you with that. Why are you asking me?"

"Because it's very hard for me to make a decision. You seem like the type of guy to know about this".

"And what makes you think that?"

This made Lindsey pause for a moment, "Huh...now that you mention it, I don't know".

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"Ok, so this is my first time being on a new season with new faces", Reg confessed, "I'm still trying to get used to it. Still, it is hard for me to respond with someone assuming I know all the answer".

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After Lindsey left, James Bond commented while holding a cocktail, "She seems like an absurd woman to be chosen as a picker".

"Well our host did make the decision", Reg told him, "I don't know who'll be our leader".

Elsewhere, Brendan is seen trying out a soup, all the while sitting next to Ryuko. Sitting next to Brendan is Wendy, who was drinking some doa.

"Hey Ryuko, you got to try this soup", Brendan said to her, "It tastes so good, and it doesn't have any hair in it like Cruise has".

But Ryuko did not respond. She sat there, pondering over something.

"Ummm Ryuko, are you okay?"

"Yeah dude, you're alright?" Wendy asked, "You seem less talkative than usual".

"Huh? Oh, I'm fine", Ryuko replied, "I'm just...thinking about something".

"You know Ryuko, I notice you haven't interacted much with your sister", Brendan said, with Wendy nodding, "Maybe you should go talk to her".

"I would", Ryuko replied, "The problem is, I don't know how to approach this. Should I get straight to the point or what?"

"Well...try asking about her interest", Brendan suggested, "That's always a good start to know about her".

"You think so?"

"Yeah", Brendan said, "That's how I manage to make friends with Robyn".

"Brendan right", Wendy said, "If what Mako said is true about you two finally patching up, maybe this is a good time to talk to her".

All of a sudden a trumpet is heard way across at the front. There, Lightning stood, blowing at an old and crack horn, which it sounds literally annoyed everyone.

"Bow down and prepare for our mighty team captain!" Lightning proclaims, "Give it up for...JOOOOOOSEEE!"

"Oh god, him", Ryuko facepalm. She and if not, all of them were unfortunately to bare witness as Jose entered the scene.

Jose was wearing his usual uniform, but with the addition of a black coat, wearing it like a cape. He also wears a white cap. Written on it is his name, bolded and in red.

"Greeting my loyal subjects!" Jose began, "I see that a banquet has been prepared for me. That is good".

"Actually, it's for everyone", Sanji corrected.

"Shut up! Enemy!" Jose shouted, making his way to the table and pushing Charlotte off the chair, which didn't really faze her, just surprised her a little, "Outta the way! My seat!"

"Uhhh rude", Wendy told him off, "Didn't anyone tell you to be nice toward your comrades?"

"Did anyone tell you I need advice from a ginger girl?" Jose retorted, "No, no I didn't".

This just made Wendy sigh to herself by having to deal with Jose over ego, confident. Same with the rest.

"God, I'm totally going to hate this".

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"It's good I'm team captain", Jose said, "I can do whatever I want with my team without the interruption from my father. And man, what a bunch. I could use them for whatever things I desire. Should I treat them with respect? Ha! No! What's the point of respect, when you have an army that could do your bidding?"

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Jose proceeds to snap his finger, signaling Lightning to come by for his aid, "Yes boss! Need any help? Want me to feed you?"

"No! I demand a plate filled with the most original, luxury meat dish I have ever seen", Jose told him, "And I want you to make it for me! Got it?"

"Yes Jose! I'll do anything for our captain!" Lightning said, running off to do his thing, as Jose leaned back and put his arms behind his head, chuckling to himself.

This just made Ryuko even more pissed off, scowling at her, "Still ain't adjusting with our new captain".

"I know, right?" Wendy asked, whispering to her as a way to not get his attention, "It's literally giving me terrible babysitting memories. I'm already predicting who we'll be voting off if we lose".

"Now, now, maybe this Jose kid won't be that much of a bad guy to deal with, you know, "Mako said.

"Mako, he literally almost killed us twice".

"Yea...but maybe he's a changed man".

"Mako, no offense but I don't know if your head has been struck from one of Chris' challenges, but there is literally nothing positive about having him leading us".

Lightning returns, holding what appears to be ham with cheese on it. Beneath the ham is chop up fish that sprinkle onto a steak.

He bowed down to him, lifting his hand up to reveal the dish to him, "Sha-here you go! Original meat dish made by Sha-me!"

Jose took one glance at it. He was not impressed. Scoffing it off at him, "Ugh, looks awful".

"You don't Sha-like it?" Lightning asked, very confused.

Jose then proceeded to get up and grabbed the dish, slamming it onto Lightning head, "Of course I don't like it! Go make me a new one!"

"Uhh yes Sha-sir!" Lightning ran off once again.

As he did that, someone else entered the room. Aqua, coming out of a nap after she drank fifty five doses of boozes.

"Hey guys, what's going on here?" Aqua asked one of them.

Molly responded, while Scratch is taking every bite from a block of cheese, "Sanji just made us a banquet for. He says something about eating before Chris ruins it or something".

"Oh well that's very-" Before Aqua could finish, she spotted someone at the table. Reminding her of why she drank off in a fit of rage and sober.

It was Megumin. Her appearance made Aqua gasp, "WHAT THE HELL! WHAT IS SHE DOING HERE?!"

"Oh, it's you", She replied with a deadpan delivery, as Aqua approached her.

"You...you...you here?! Not a figment of my imagination?"

"Uhhh yeah", Megumin replied, "What? You think our introduction was just a dream?"

"Damn it! I was hoping it was!"

"Too bad. If it was a dream, you would've been rich", Megumin told her, "So welcome to the unfortunate event of reality, you bare a** goddess".

"Don't you dare speak back at me!" Aqua shouted, "You may be competing alongside me, but guess what. I'm fully prepared for anything! And I'm also more experienced thanks to my long lasting tactic and skill on this show".

Ryuko: "Pff, ha!"

"So don't try thinking you could literally surpass me just because you're a wizard expert".

Jinx whispers to Megumin, asking her, "You want me to throw some explosive at her? I could do it".

Megumin replied, "Hmmm...tempted..."

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"Aqua seems a lot more reckless and mean spirited compared to when she's in our world", Megumin confesses, "Guess the show really changed her...for the worst. Oh well, that really doesn't matter. She could whine, call me out, be bitter about me being new and less experienced. Whatever. My focus is winning this and having fun doing so. Besides, if she could make it this far, I could".

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"If I'm going to be honest, and this is totally not a lie by the way", Aqua confessed, "Megumin is terrible at performing any spells whatsoever. Literal. She sucks at it. I bet that once the challenge begins, her spell is going to backfire as Darkness can't control her orgasim".

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"Well at least there's one good thing coming out of this", Ryuko remarked, "These two rivalry".

"Totally glad Aqua isn't on our team this time around", Wendy added.

While that was going on, Frollo sat across from them and observed, taking everything into account for his first move.

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"So far, I can tolerate the monk child", Frollo confessed, "Not so much with his...friends, if I can even call them that. So to prevent me from being viewed as a devil I'll have to connect with the...women that join with him so often".

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Frollo slides his way to Ryuko, trying to give a generously greet, "Hellooooo there, young lady".

Ryuko, without looking directly at him and with a deadpan expression, pulled out her blade and put it on the table.

Frollo, ignoring the threat, telling her, "I seem to recall you being very, very, very protective over the boy".

"F**k off".

Frollo fake gasp, "My, is that how you treat your fellow comrade? With such vulgar words".

"Listen I'm done with this cr*p", Ryuko told him, "I'm aware your just trying to get with me in order to give you an advantage".

"Isn't that everyone on this show?" Frollo asked, suddenly breaking character as he resumed his fake emotion and honesty "My child, that is not my true intention. My intention is to get rid of my sinful ways and improve myself by...accepting everyone as free thinkers".

"Bullish*t".

"Now I know you don't believe me. But do understand I'm trying my best to redeem myself. Wouldn't that make you, the boy, and some of your other comrades happy?"

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"This is tougher than I thought", Frollo confessed, "I would've presumed they respected me as one of their own. Hmmm, Perhaps I should've gone in a different direction".

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"I'm not dumb enough to belief in that guy bullcr*p", Ryuko confessed, "Brendan knows it. Wendy knows. I know it. Mako...ehhh, maybe? But look, I am not falling for any fake claim just so they could last longer".

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"Yeah that would make me happy", Ryuko replied, "By that, I mean happy you stay far away from me, Brendan, Wendy, and my other friends".

This Frollo almost goes to cursed, but he restrains himself from doing so, realizing he must resort to another method to gain their trust.

He sat back down, arm crossed. Scott took notice of what he's been doing and seems to have an idea.

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"Looks like a newbie is trying to try out a villainous strategy similar to mine", Scott remarked, "Play nice, be nice, then strike. I'll admit, I'm intrigued. At the same time, maybe I could use this to my advantage".

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"Hey, uhhhh is it me or am I the only one noticing that giant lever over there", Conker pointed at where the lever is located. A lever at the front next to the entrance, sticking out of the wall, "This seems...worrying".

Just then, Chris Mclean entered the scene. With his grinned and his arms folded behind his back.

"Hello everyone!" Chris announced, getting their attention, "I see everyone is getting really adjusted with their new lifestyle".

"Oh yes, adjusted", Frollo sarcastically replied, "I'm so adjusted to sleeping with these heathens in the same room with me".

"Awww he calls us heathens", Lindsey said to Reg, thinking it to be a compliment without any hint of sarcasm, "Well isn't that kind of him".

"Good! Anyways, today is challenge day!" Chris continues, "Meaning we are stopping by to do our first part of this challenge. The setting for today is a little country called, Iy Torra!"

"What the heck is Iy Torra?" Scott asked.

"Yeah, I never heard of that country before", Miko added.

"That's because this country only exists on my Earth", Chris explained, "Well, technically the Earth where some of you are dropped off. I'll explain later once you guys land safely".

"Wait, what do you mean by landing safely?" Mahiru asked, feeling concern for that statement.

"Duh, pretty sure some of your returnees would be aware of that meaning", Chris told her, approaching the lever and turning it down, "Which if you want to know, it means! Survive the fall!"

Suddenly, the floor below them slid open, sending everyone falling out of the train, much to his joy.

"Oh man, I just love doing that. Can't wait for the fun to begin".

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"Ok, usually I would bring my intern and order him or her to toss out the parachutes", Chris confessed, "But the problem is I'm on a budget cut. So fortunately, I hid two parachutes that we manage to still afford underneath those chairs. Which one of them contains the real one? No idea".

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In the sky, everyone was falling down into the Earth's surface itself.

Some were screaming and panicking. Others remain cool, trying to think of a way to avoid their death from a fall.

Larfleeze panicked so hard and screamed so hard, he realized something while still clenching onto his lantern, "Wait a second! I can still fly".

"Hey feral freak! How about you use that realization to SAVE US FROM THIS!" Scott shouted.

"This is not what I signed up fooooooor!" Mahiru screamed.

"That's Chris for you!" Sammy responded.

"Wait a second", Brendan flew his way to one of the chairs that fell with them. Underneath it is an attached parachute, "There's a parachute underneath it".

Once he ripped it out, he proceeded to pull it only for junk to be released from the bag, much to his disappointment, "Probably should've seen that coming".

"Hey! There's another parachute!" Tolietnator said, pointing at another chair that had fallen with them.

He snatched it out and pulled the string, only for him to get punched in the face by a boxing glove, "Ow! That hurts!"

"Look! There's a pond down there!" Mahiru pointed out, "We could use that to break our fall".

"Ugh, can Chris even bother bringing out a mattress or something?" Eva complained.

"Or in this case, a parachute!" Ray added.

"Dude I'm pretty he's aware but doesn't care", Wendy told him.

They fell and fell, until finally some of them managed to drop down into the pond. With a few strong enough to land on hard ground.

That being Akainu who uses his fist to break his landing. Alucard casually landed with his foot. Marceline and Zeroman float slowly to the ground. And as for Larfleeze, he uses his lantern to float himself down on the ground, resuming back to his hugging.

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"Ok, not how I imagine my first day on a challenge would go", Mahiru confess, shivering herself from her drop into the pond,

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"That sadistic host almost killed me!" Frollo said, "What did he even expect from us? To spring out wings?"

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Later after their recovery from the fall and landing into the pond, they were all standing on the land ( With Marceline using an umbrella to block the sunlight ) that is unknown to some of their eyes.

Around them is a vast, green field of grass. Hills surrounded the area, almost covering the distance that shows the forest and the mountains. There were some towns located around their corners, but are further away from them.

In front of them are long, towering trees. There are no leafs and branches. At the top is a jar filled with keys.

As they were recovering, Satsuki noticed her sister coming by near him, "Sister, nice to see you're fully prepared for our first challenge".

"Yeah, thanks for noticing".

Senketsu asked her in a whispering tone, "Well?"

"Well what?" Ryuko replied.

"Making your first move?"

"Can we wait for later. We are in the middle of a challenge here".

"And are in the middle of a perfect time, if you aren't going to do it. Please Ryuko, it's for the best of you and your friends. Mako, Brendan, and Wendy...and perhaps the others sake as well".

"What? You don't find them important enough to remember?"

"Just do it".

Ryuko sighs to herself. Eventually sub-coming to his idea, as try to make her first impression with her sis, now that it is their first challenge.

"Boy, is the weather today good, huh sis?" Ryuko awkwardly asked her, with Satsuki giving her a blank expression.

The others stare at her as well, which makes this moment of silence even more awkward.

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"That was seriously it?" Senketsu asked her, "You go for the weather option".

"How the hell do you think I was going to say?" Ryuko asked him, "I was desperate at the time!"

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Lindsey, in an attempt to require more advice, came to Silver for help, assuming that he knows what she seeks, "Ummm mister pirate dude, can I ask you something".

"Huh, what is it, kiddo? Feeling a bit shy? Because I don't", Silver replied, laughing to himself. Enough to bother some around him.

"Actually, I was wondering if you know the answer about team captain", Lindsey said, "I'm kinda struggling a bit to choose whom".

"It's easy, blondie", Stan told her, "It's totally me".

"Stan, don't force her to choose", Mahiru told him off, "It's obviously up to her".

"Yeah but...I'm really, really, really having a hard time here", Lindsey said.

"Try to be more observant", Zoe suggested.

"Observant?"

"Yeah, I heard that's a good idea to see who's doing best".

"Ooooh I guess I could do that".

"Still, you can always consider picking me", Stan said, nudging at her.

Hades heard through all this and got an idea.

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"Ok, so it would seem she's going for a more observant direction", Hades confesses, "I know, terrible isn't it? Well, I got an idea. While Stan and Mahiru try to out-with one another on who's the best, I'll sneak in and try to convince her to pick me. I know, I know, scummy things to do. As if I'm willing to listen to my competitor for leadership. Besides, it doesn't count as me cheating".

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Chris came by, announcing the country itself and today's challenge.

"Welcome to the nation of Iy Torra!" Chris announced, "Home to the dozens of snowy mountains and rich wildlife! It's also the home of little of any inter-dimensional activity".

"Why? Is it because the inhabitants here are poor or something?" Scott asked.

"No, it's mainly due to them falling behind the time, if I recall. Anyways, here's an interesting, useless fact, the name Ty Torra means...nothing. Literal nothing. they just made things up as they go".

"Oooooooh, so that's what it means", Owen commented, believing it to mean the real thing.

"Yeah, Sha-no idea their language is this Sha-interesting", Lightning remarked.

"Dudes, we are literally on an island between Ireland and England", Miko told them, "Pretty sure their language is the same as ours".

"Sha-same? You mean they speak Korean?" Lightning asked, making Miko facepalm.

"Anyways, moving to today's challenge", Chris explained, "The first part of this challenge is an old tradition of theirs. Taking it way back during its early days as a nation. In this, one contestant per contestant must climb to the top of this long timber. Whoever makes it at the top without falling will need to shove their hands into a jar of keys. One of the keys holds great importance for the next part and final part of this challenge. It's a key with my face on it. If one of you manages to find the right key, their team gains an advantage".

"Alright then, sweet!" Yamcha said, "So all we have to do is climb on this rope and make it to the top, right?"

"Yep, but there's a catch", Chris continues, "This isn't any ordinary tree. It's an artificial one, designed by me. Every time you start climbing, it triggers a trap. All of which varied. Be wary, these traps will certainly, certainly, CERTAINLY push you to fall. Reminder, if you fall you don't get to participate in the next round".

"Oh my, that does sound hard", Blue Pearl remarked.

"Tch, I see nothing wrong with that", Muscle man said, "I could literally beat this, even if those traps got in the way".

"Oh really then? So who wants to go first?"

"Let me try it guys! I can handle it", Yamcha told his team, cracking his fist, "I'm a proud martial artist".

"Umm Yamcha, didn't you listen to what the host said", Mahiru said, "He said, be wary about traps. I think we should think this over as a team".

"Ha! No need to", Stan Smith states, "This lad here is willing to go. After all, he did state he's a proud martial artist".

"Yeah but-"

"I say, let him".

"Don't worry guys", Yamcha assured them, "I can handle anything. I'm both skilled with running and climbing".

"Really betting on that, huh?" Hades' comment.

Yamcha approaches the tree. He tried to grab the rope and proceed to move his foot up onto the bark. However, this led to him slipping down on the ground, much to his confusion.

He felt a slippery feeling when stepping on it. He got up, remaining confident again and trying once again to climb onto it. Only to lead to him falling back down again, still even more puzzling, "Hey? What gives?"

Chris chuckled, explaining it to him, "Oh yeah, forgot to mention. The tree is covered from top to bottom with grease. Meaning, you have to try your hardest to stick on it, otherwise you fall".

"That sounds extremely difficult", Tiff commented.

"I know, which is why I added it", Chris said, "Also, one more thing. Sidekicks are forbidden from participating. Just want to remind some of you".

"Eh, fine by me", Scratch said, chowing down some chips from his bag.

"Ha! Doesn't matter. I can still work with it", Yamcha stated, as he grabbed onto the rope and landed his foot onto the tree bark. He started climbing, much to the encouragement from his team.

"Yeah Yamcha! Way to go! Keep moving to the top!" Muscle Man shouted, taking his shirt off and swinging it in the air, "Woohooo!"

"Yeah Yamcha! You can do this!" Yao yelled.

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"From someone with past experience", Yamcha confessed, "I learn so much about keeping a good balance. I really do. I mean, it's not like I completely forget everything that I learn".

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"Ok team! Listen up!" Jose explained, turning his attention to his team as he began to tell of his plans, "I'll be the one picking who goes. So I don't want to hear any complaints! Got that?!"

"Listen little boy", Coachman said, "Just because you're our leader, doesn't mean your strategy is going to work".

"Shut up, fat old man! And don't call me a child", Jose shouted.

"Yeah he's right", Wendy said, sarcastically, "We should probably just call him a midget".

"Did I ask for you to speak?!"

"Hey Jose! Let me go first!" Lightning asked, "Sha-Lightning can handle anything with my brain intact!"

"If he even still has one", Eva said.

Suddenly, they all heard a scream coming from the top of the tree. It was Yamcha, falling straight down to the ground. Face down into the dirt, all a while in the same death position.

All he can mutter is a painful sound, "Ow".

"Ooooooh, looks like our proud martial artist is out", Chris remarked, "Those who failed must return back to the train. Next one! Please!"

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"Ok, freak accident aside", Yamcha confessed, "I'm still strong. At least I didn't suffer any scratches. That has to count for something".

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"Alright Lightning", Jose said to him, "Since you volunteer first, get going!"

"Right on, little fellow!" Lightning promise, as he ran off to climb, all a while forgetting he just insulted his captain.

"Don't call me, little!"

"Great idea, send out the test subject", Damian sarcastically told him, "You really got a devoted fan to risk his own life for your lazy butt".

"Hey! Lightning is just happily willing to participate. He's obviously doing something noble here. Something I'm assuming you don't know".

Damian grip clench, wanting to punch Jose in the face but was quickly stopped by Mabel.

"Whoa, easy there", Mabel told him, "I'm sure we all want to punch that jerk in the face. I mean if you want, I could totally do it for you".

"Can we not do that, please?" Robyn asked.

"What? I'm not trying to flirt with him or anything".

"I'm not referring to that", Robyn said, "I'm saying that we should try to focus on the challenge at hand here".

"Oh….okay, I actually would've thought you were…" Mabel quickly dodge the awkwardness coming from this conversation, "you know what! Nevermind!"

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"Come on, Mabel", She told herself, "You have to stop seeking a boyfriend, alright. It both unhealthy and would totally ruin your life".

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"Sha-Lightning knows best", Lightning said, "He knows that being Sha-torment a lot, means you doing a Sha-good job. I don't see any problem of me being a victim of torture. I'm no victim. I'm a Sha-predator and a Sha-player. Lightning knows more about this Sha-game than anyone else".

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Meanwhile from the other team, Mahiru tries to discuss their next strategy for this challenge. Now that the challenge has begun, it is time for each member to prove their leadership role, right in front of Lindsey.

"Ok everyone, it seems like Yamcha is out",Mahiru said to all of them, "We need to come up with a strategy if we are going to beat this. Now-"

"Strategy? Come on" Stan retort, "Strategy? Who needs it? Am I right, Brick".

"Ummm yes..sir", Brick, somewhat agreed.

"Stan, Yamcha just lost", Mahiru told him, "We need to be careful who we send out".

"And why's that?"

"Because if we send out the wrong person, we may not use that said person for the next round. That said person could be essential".

"I agree", Tiff said.

"Yeah, can't really deny that", Dust added.

"I mean, she does have a point", Zoro also agreed.

"Come on, just because Yamcha failed does not mean my idea is disproven", Stan told her, "I said we send out the strongest. Durability equals victory".

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"Believe me, I know what I'm doing here", Stan confessed, "If I'm going to be picked leader, I need to act tough. Think tough. And use toughness as a breeding ground to victory. I mean who needs intelligence. We already have intelligence. In our body".

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Cutting back to Lightning, he managed to climb a bit further away from where he could see the ground below.

He commented to himself, "Sha-woah! I'm really doing it. Sha-yeah! Sha-Lightning is going to beat th-!"

Before he could finish, a trap is triggered. An electrical pole came out and shocked him, electrocuting him until he eventually fell off and fell back to the ground. All burned up, with some flake of fire still on him.

"Oooooh burn!" Chris remarked, "Think his brain is still intact?'

"Lightning felt...Sha-wow!" Lightning said, feeling dizzy.

"As if he still has any", Eva said, "Seriously, can we all accept Lightning is brain dead here?"

"Great, Lightning is out", Damian sarcastically said, then asked Jose, "What's our next strategy, captain?"

Jose began to feel nervous, realizing now one of his more favorable followers has failed him, "Uhhh..."

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"Darn, that idiot has failed me!" Jose confessed, "I had to come up with the next person to send out somehow. It wasn't easy".

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"Ummm I choose..." Jose tried to think of someone to send out. He didn't want to be seen as incompetent. As such he decided to just choose which one of them he seemed more familiar with, "Ryuko! Yeah, Ryuko!"

"Awww f**k no. Do I really have to?"

"Ummm f**k yeah! Get up there!"

"Tch, whatever. I'm only doing this in favor of my team, not you", Ryuko told him, causing him to scowl in frustration.

"Wish me luck guys".

"Are you sure you are going to be okay with this?" Brendan asked.

"Yeah, this seems hard", Mako added.

"You can always back down from this", Wendy told her.

"True, it's not totally worth it to waste your strength for him", Damian said.

"Relax", Ryuko assured them, "I've been through a lot of things. This is nothing".

"Be careful sis", Satsuki told her, "This may seem like the first, but be wary about what you are going to do. This obstacle is no laughing matter".

"Uhh...thanks for the advice, I guess".

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"Wow, never thought to see my sister actually giving me some warning", Ryuko remarked.

"See? This is a good start", Senketsu commented, "She's actually warming up to you".

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Ryuko began her climb up, while the Bloody Bastards were still in a troubled argument of decision.

"Look I don't know if your belief is either too blinded with ignoring flaw details", Mahiru told him, "But we need to ensure we still have the toughest competitors around. Sending all of them out won't work".

"It will work", Stan stated, then proceeding to point at Brick, "You! Cadet".

"Yes sir! What can I do for you, sir!" Brick salute.

"At ease, soldier. I require your help. I need you to climb to the top and locate the right key. You got one chance".

"Don't worry, sir! You can count on me to carry out the duty, sir!".

"Very good", Stan then told her, as Brick headed to the tree to do just that, "See! Now there's someone who has no complaint".

"That's because he's been well trained to not question any authority".

"Which is a good thing. For me, at least".

"God, how narcissistic are you?"

"Hey! The better term is highly smarcissistic".

"That's not even a real term".

"Yes it is! Look it up, it's in the Dictionary".

While their feud is going on, the rest of the contestants only stand there and watch as it goes on. Deeply mixed about it.

"Should we...umm...try cutting in", Atsuko asked the rest of her team, "I feel like we should discuss this as a group".

"I mean, I could but this is just too entertaining to watch if I'm being real honest here", Shore Leave said.

"Yeah I mean, this is essentially a test for them on who's going to be picked as leader by Lindsey", Zoe Drake said, turning her attention to Lindsey, "Speaking of, what do you think of this?"

"Hmm, I don't know".

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"Well for starters, I'm not sure if I'm cut out to be the decider", Lindsey confesses, "On one hand, Mahiru is a bit too rational to think the strongest would work. On the other hand, Stan does make some good points about strategy...wait, I think I mixed them up here. Who am I referring to?"

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Back to the two competitors climbing up, Ryuko had a hard time trying to cling onto the rope, due to how greasy it is and how awful the stench is for her to bear with.

"God damn! Where did Chris even get this stuff? From a dirty stove?" Ryuko complained, "I really need to wash my hands after this".

"Less talking, more climbing", Senketsu said, "You only got one try after this".

"I know, but this isn't helping when I already know a trap is going to spring out at me".

Right next to them, Brick came by and noticed them. Instead of insulting and taunting, he decided to be friendly with them, regardless if they come from the other team.

"Woah, quite hard to stick onto, am I right?" Brick asked them.

"Uhhh yeah, I already figured".

"Don't focus too much on it. I learned the best way to go through the hardest obstacle is by focusing on the main task".

"I'm already doing that", Ryuko told him, "I'm just trying to make sure I don't get a frying pan slam in the face".

"Oh okay then. That's good. I mean...I got really no other advice, other than-"

"Yeah, yeah, keep trying and don't fall. Why are you trying to help me? Do you have some kind of honorable code?

"Actually, I do. It is my sworn duty to-" Before he could finish, a trap triggered. It was a boot that sprung out and kicked him right at the upper chin of his, sending him flying off and screaming until he hit the ground.

"Awesome! Kinda expected it to be a kick to the crouch, but whatever", Chris shrugged, "Still fine by me".

"Dang, I totally felt bad for that guy", Ryuko remarked. Before she could continue, another trap is triggered, where a pepper spray spray into her eye. She exclaimed and began to lose balance, "Ah! My eyes!"

"Woah, don't lose your way, Ryuko! Try to-" Before Senketsu tried to help, he too got spray in the eye as well, sending him off, "Ahhhh! Come on! Why me?!"

The lack of sight causes her to lose grip and fall to the ground.

"Edgy one is out", Chris commented, "I was hoping she would've made it but nope. Still funny, though".

"Screw you!" Ryuko retorted, slowly getting up and clenching her arm, as Brendan, Mako, and Wendy came to her aid.

"Ryuko, are you alright?" Brendan asked, "Are you hurt?"

"Yeah, I'm fine", Ryuko assured them, "I'm just more pissed off by Chris' usual gimmicks".

While this was going on, Satsuki stood there, as if observing the whole thing. It made her a little...concerned.

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"It does seem apparent my sister still isn't as perfect as I thought she would be", Satsuki confesses, "Not that's an issue. It does make me wonder if she has enough strength to continue".

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"You know the rule, Ryuko", Chris told her, "You lose, you return back to the train".

"Better there than here", Ryuko told him, as she was preparing to go….

…Before Jose confronts her.

"Great job for losing, you!" Jose scolded Ryuko, "I had high hopes you would've win. What a disappointed".

"Kid, I didn't see you cheer for her", Logan told him.

"That's because I was more focused on strategizing!"

"Totally doubt that", Wendy said.

Not wanting to deal with that comment, Jose then moved on, not wanting to continue this argument, "Ok then, let me see...hmmm...I choose DJ!"

"WHAT?!" DJ exclaimed, shocked to hear his name be picked out.

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"Okay, this may seem a little cowardly of me", DJ confessed, "But I was literally hoping I didn't get to participate. I thought I would be spare from it. I literally beg!"

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"Oh no", DJ back away, waving his hands to show his refusal, "No, no, no, no, no, I am not going up there. Nu uh!"

"Come on dude, DJ is not in the mood yet", Wendy told Jose, "Can you pick someone else?"

"No! I said I chose him! And I'm sticking to it".

"Well I'm not participating! You can't make me!" DJ shouted, as he try to run off.

But Jose isn't having it, as he pointed and gestured to some of his teammates to pin him, "Get him, guys! He's wimping away!"

Although some felt bad for DJ, most were forced to do his deed, out of the unfortunate fact he's their captain.

As DJ ran and ran, he was immediately caught and pin down by Logan and Bob.

"Relax kid!" Logan told him, trying to restrain him, but DJ kept moving violently and trying to slip out, "This is nothing personal! You have to do this!"

"I don't want to! I don't want to!" DJ cried out.

"Look, I hate this more than you do, but if you don't, we lose!" Logan told him.

"But if I do this, I might get hurt! I'm not risking that!"

"Jose, maybe he's not the right person to pick from", Robyn told him, "I mean, no offense to him or anything but look at him. He's literally panicking".

Much to his frustration, Jose reluctantly agreed to put a stop to this, "Fine! DJ, you can stop. It's over".

This seems to calm him down, "Really? I'm not going up there?"

"Yeah, yeah, I changed my mind", Jose said, as he approached him, face to face with a threatening tone, "But if we lose, you bet we are going to vote you off".

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"Better than that", DJ confessed, "There's no way I could survive from that. Granted, I survive a lot worse, but...I'm not taking any risk".

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"You!" Jose pointed at Larfleeze, clinging onto his lantern, "Orange one!"

"Don't touch me! IF you do, I'll rip your hair and tongue out!"

"Nevermind", Jose moves on with Jay. He didn't seem to have much potential about him, he only picked him out randomly, "You! Bald man! How strong are you?"

"How strong am I?" Jay replied, "Well, I'm a proud, athletic runner and a great quarterback at my school days. So I'm still kicking".

"Pff, more like losing", Scott commented, "I'm pretty sure you just made those up".

"Excuse me, that is one hundred percent true", Jay claimed.

"Whatever! Get up there and do not fail me, bald man!"

"Ummm it's Jay".

"I know what I said!"

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"Ok to be fair, I may have fabricated a few things about my background", Jay confessed, "Both my mention and my resume. But hey, it is worth it for me to stick long enough and interview much of the cast on this show. Granted, I would be more honest, but nah".

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Meanwhile from the other team, Mahiru and Stan Smith are still arguing...and arguing...and arguing even more. And contestants continue to watch this feud, wondering when it is going to end.

"Man, they are really going hard on each other", Dust remarked.

"Tell me about it", Zoro said, "At this rate, if they keep going we may actually lose this".

"Still though, is anyone wondering who would be a perfect team captain?" Miko asked the team, as some had mixed feelings about this.

"I believe Mahiru would be good", Blue Pearl said, "That's what she said".

"I'm more inclined to go with Stan Smith", Shoreleave confessed, "But at the same time, he's a bit too bulky for my taste for captain".

"Honestly, I choose Mahiru", Sanji said, which made Zoro snicker, "What? I'm not interested because she's a girl. I'm interested because she isn't annoying like that prick. Plus, she's kind and friendly".

"Yea, yea, yea, I got it. I just have a funny thought that you would pick any female as team captain straight away".

"Shut...up!"

"What about you? Do you have an opinion about all this?" Tiff asked Stocking, Alastor, and Akainu.

"My opinion is secretive", Alastor replied, "As I want to surprise everyone on who I like more".

"By that, you probably mean someone easy to manipulate", Stocking commented.

"Exactly", Alastor said, "Thanks you, ex".

"Do not...call me...ex!"

"Whatever you say, previous lover".

This made Stocking scowl by the constant trolling by Alastor.

"I don't have much of an opinion", Akainu replied to her question, "If you ask me, this whole thing is a waste of time".

"Totally", Megumin agrees, "I came here for a challenge, not to witness a poor man attempt to argue. Seriously, when is it going to be perfect for me to use my spell because I can't wait any longer".

"And I can't wait any longer when you are GONE!" Aqua told her right in her face.

As this was going on, Hades decided to make his move, as he approached Lindsey, who was confused about making this.

"Look at them", Hades nonchalantly commented next to her, "Arguing like children. And here I thought they were the mature ones".

"Yeah, I really don't know what to make of it", Lindsey told him, "Should I choose Mahiru or Stan".

"Come on, why do you want to choose one of them when you have me".

"You?"

"Yep, me", Hades explained, "Think about it. I have the charm, I have the smart. I'm literally perfect material for being a leader, come on, am I right?"

"Hmmm, I don't know".

"You don't know. Heh, rich", Hades continues, moving around about to make his point and to try to convince her even further, "Listen, I'm a literal god of the Underworld, alright? I literally have to manage a trillion souls down there. Trillion. Beyond Trillion, okay? It's a difficult position to be in, but I managed to scorch away my setbacks and got that place running like hell!"

"I don't see how this relates to you being a leader".

"IT IS!" Hades shouted, flames sprung up which startled her. Eventually he calmed down and composed himself, "It is, it is, I'm trying to make a point. Give you some insight about me, and how I would be an ideal choice as team captain"

"Wait, how would you be perfect as team captain again?"

Hades groans. Getting more agitated. He eases himself a bit and tries to explain a bit more further, "Alright fine, here's something more about me. Leaders need charismatic people like me, correct?"

"Uhhh yeah?"

"And I'm full of charisma. I'm a literal definition of it. So you need one that has those aspects. Another thing, I am super intelligent".

"Really?"

"Yeah, I mean I'm literally a god of the underworld", Hades told her, "And as gods, we possessed both power, might, authority, and intelligence. Are you following me?"

Lindsey nodded.

"So I'm trying to say that I'm fully capable of leading because of my stasis. And with stasis, it can benefit the team. Now do you get what I'm saying".

"Oooooh...your a god".

This reply results in Hades squealing out of frustration, almost wanting to scream.

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"Ok, so convincing her to pick me wasn't easier than I thought", Hades confessed, "Perhaps if I were more...clearer about my fake intention, she would've gotten it. I mean, seriously how dumb can she be? Her brain must've been as tiny as a tiny speck of sand".

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Moving back to Mahiru and Stan arguing.

"Come on, Stan", She told him, loudly, "We need to strategize!"

"Strategize this! Men first! Weak last", Stan replied, "Haha! No wait, that's not how I imagine saying it...hmmm, damn, I forgot what I was going to say. It sounded way clever in my head".

"Okay, this is getting repetitive", James Bond said, feeling as if this is just wasting more of their time.

"Umm what are you going to do?" Reg asked.

"Let's just say one of us needs to be brave enough to intervene in a moment like this"."

He approaches them, telling both of them off to put an end to this feud, "The both of you must stop. We aren't winning any challenges, if you two keep arguing".

"Hey! Who are you to stop us", Stan asked, "She started it".

"Now listen to me, both of you two", James suggested, "You two could either continue this feud and risk us losing, or come up with a compromise. Otherwise, as leaders, there's going to be a burden to bear, as well as responsibility. Your choice".

Mahiru, realizing what he meant, came to an understanding while Stan himself didn't; Hearing this made him a bit more bitter.

However, at the same time they knew they were still in the middle of a challenge. So they decided to put a stop to this.

"Fine, I'll stop arguing with her", Stan Smith replied.

"Yeah me too", Mahiru said, "How about this, Stan. What if we take turns using our idea? You can go first, I'll go second. Deal?"

"Hmm...alright then", Stan agrees, "Let the best man win".

"Huh, you actually manage to settle this nicely", Tiff remarked, "Nice job".

"Thank you", James replied, "It's all about ensuring we complete our task without setbacks".

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"Stan Smith is too much of a headache to tolerate", Tiff confessed, "While Mahiru seems more competent and logical at doing what's best for our team. Frankly, she's a better option. Stan on the other hand is literally the definition of idiots".

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"While I don't like getting myself too involved with a group of fools issue", James Bond confessed, "If it means trying to get the job done, I'll happily intervene. As for who I think would be a better leader, that depends. If one is smarter and another isn't".

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Back to the other team, Jay fell crashing down in the ground, moaning and in shamble, "Ooooowww...I think my spine just got twisted".

"What happened! Did you slip up or what?!" Jose demanded.

"Hey, take it easy on the Critic guy here", Jay replied, "As for your question, I got literally pecked by a bird".

"From one of the traps?" Wendy asked.

"Nope...just a random bird that came out of nowhere", Jay told them, "God, that's going to bite me back on my reputation on this show".

Jose scowls out of irritation. He moved on toward Jinx, asking her, "You! It's your turn to get up there! Got it?!"

"Hold on, you want me to climb up?"

"Yes! Got a problem?"

"No problem...only I got something cooler that could help us", She said, moving to the side to reveal something behind her, "Tada!"

The object itself is a custom rocket. Everything seems to be man made. It has no outside shell armor, no safety gears. Just two handles for two hands and three thrusters at the bottom. Most of it was made up of scraps from cans to clocks to even more cans.

As for the reaction, most were either amazed by it or were confused by it.

"Umm what the hell is that?" Ray asked her.

"It's..umm...a rocket!" Jinx replied, "Made from scratch...from my hand, in case any of you are curious".

"I AM!" Megumin shouted from the other team.

"Shut up! No one wants your opinion, enemy!" Jose shouted back, with Megumin giving him a tongue out tease.

"Whoa, you made this yourself?" Chris came by, impressed by Jinx's work, "Awesome, looks wicked".

"Thanks. It took me a whole night to finish it. I didn't even take a single break".

"Impressive to hear".

"Anyways, gotta get it started then!" Jinx hopped on it, her foot pressed on the shuttle and her hands clinging onto the handles, as she pulled a string to get it started.

"Hey Chris, isn't this technically breaking the rule here?" Molly asked the host.

"Usually I would say so", Chris replied, "But I'm too curious to see where this goes".

The rocket then flew off up into the sky. Ascending up and up in the air, flying way passes above the challenge obstacle itself.

She screamed, not out of shock but pure amazement that it worked...until it eventually exploded in the air, much to the shock of everyone below.

As only the black smoke and shards flying out remain in the sky.

"Huh...didn't expect that to happen, but...cool", Chris commented.

"Guys, I think I can see Jinx up there", Bob said, taking a closer look at the sky, as he sees Jinx flying straight down toward the train nearby, still in smoke and screaming.

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"Hmmm, probably should've done a test ride with it", Jinx said, "Then again, I never test out any of my inventions. Probably would explain Silco being mad at me, constantly".

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On the train, Serling was in one of the boys' cabins. He was there in search for the many missing items and utensils, which led to him finding them in a pile.

They were all in drool, much to his disgust, as he picked one of them up, "Ugh, so that's what happened to them. Eww, it's going to take a lot of cleaning to do. And a lot of scrubbing on my part".

Just as if his day couldn't get more stressful for a robot, he heard a vague scream coming from outside. It seems to come from above, as he hears it more closely, "Hmmm strange, where is this screaming coming from? Am I hearing it right?"

Jinx crashes down into the pile, splattering and shambling everything into broken pieces, much to Serling dismay.

She popped up, unfazed by what just happened, as she turned and took notice of Serling, waving at him, "Oh, hi there mister robot".

Serling simply gave a sigh, knowing he has to do more than just cleaning.

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Back to the challenge, Mahiru made her first move as it was her turn to pick a competitor to go.

"Okay then, you can do this", Mahiru thought to herself, trying to compose herself. Eventually she called out to any of them, asking, "Alright, so I need everyone's attention. I want volunteers and I need someone who is both fast, has great grip, has a very sharp eye, and can easily maneuver and avoid any traps. Oh, and I also need someone who's good at climbing with previous experiences".

"I can do it", Megumin volunteered, "I'm well trained to handle this. My entire life is an adventure".

Aqua, catching on with this and feeling jealous, quickly wants to get involved, despite her reputation, "Ummm I like to do it as well. I have experience".

"Uhh no you don't".

"Yes I do!"

"No, you don't. I'm pretty sure your experience is just lazily, slacking around and sitting in your throne, eating chips".

"I do more than that!"

"Yeah you do".

While Aqua is getting a huge fit of Megumin insults, Toiletnator came forward, "Umm excuse me, as someone with a plumber I would like to volunteer".

"Oh, umm...are you sure?" Mahiru asked him.

Toiletnator nodded, "Yep".

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"I've done many things before that involve climbing", Toiletnator confessed, "Usually it's for spying stuff, but when it comes to raiding a Kids Next Door treehouse, I'm very good at it. Granted, there were minor mistakes, but those minor mistakes are pale compared to how many victories I won".

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As Toiletnator begins to climb, Jose from the other team is having a difficult time trying to force one of the competitors to go.

Obviously, it was Ray.

"What do you mean you don't want to go?!" Jose asked him, "Are you worried that the enemy will taunt you?"

"It's not that! I'm not suited for this particular challenge, alright", Ray told him, "Plus, I haven't got any help for my foot".

"Wait, what's wrong with your foot?" Scott asked.

"Haven't you noticed?"

He was referring to his wound from earlier. And as the contestants noticed it more, they were quickly appalled by it, as it seems to be heavily infected.

"Oh man, that looks sick", Wendy remarked.

"I think I seriously need that memory eraser gun", Mabel said, almost ready to gag.

"Jesus Christ", Logan asked, "And nobody helps you with this?"

"No! No one did! God, I am beginning to know why this show sucks now"

"Well I don't care!" Jose told him, "You're supposed to be some super, awesome spy guy! So you better go up there or you'll be our next target to eliminate!"

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"I am not a pussy for not wanting to participate", Ray confessed, "To be perfectly clear, I didn't come here to just back down. I'm just too wary and also, it's not suited for me. Any of you would do the same. Not me. And also, I still haven't healed yet!"

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Ray began climbing. While he was at the first stage, Shoreleave took notice and started taunting him.

"Hey Ray, make sure you meet god up there!" He shouted, "I think he would be very supportive of you if you fall!"

"Haha! Really funny! At least I'm actually doing something here!"

"Yeah, something I'm sure you would totally suck at".

"Will you shut up! God!"

"Shoreleave, don't you think that was a bit jerkish to bother him?" Lammy asked him.

"Nah, I'm just playing around with him. He just needed some push for success".

"Really?"

"No, I just like screwing with another agent from another organization. It's basically sportsmanship".

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"Just to be clear, I am not against him for being gay", Shoreleave confessed, "I'm a supporter of gay rights and gay fellows. What I am against is wussies like him. They are annoying to me".

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It took him a while, but eventually he made it very high above the ground. Struggling to hang onto the rope.

"This is ridiculous", Ray said to himself, "Why couldn't he just pick someone else more capable than me. But I guess life itself hates me to avoid something like that".

Next to him that manages to catch up to him is Toiletnator. Unlike him who remains at least somewhat calm, Toiletnator struggles to keep it together, as he hangs onto the rope tightly and tries his best to not slip up.

"Whoa, okay", Toiletnator said to himself, "Maybe this wasn't as good an idea as I thought".

"Oh thank goodness it's not him", Ray sighs in relief, realizing that his arch nemesis, Shore leave isn't competing alongside him, "Would've made this even harder for me".

"Hey, how high are we supposed to climb up?" Toiletnator asked him.

"I don't know. I'm not an expert of telling how freaking high this is", Ray told him, "Also, are you naked or is that just your jump suit?"

"Oh, it's actually my jumpsuit".

"Good because I was a little afraid it wasn't".

"Why? Is it because your-"

"No, don't finish that sentence. Let's just forget what I just said, and continue cli-" Before he could finish, a weasel pops out from the tree and snatches onto the infected foot of his, biting it. Much to his pain, "AAAAHHHH! F**KING F***************K!"

It was one of the many traps hidden in it.

He falls and crashes into the ground, face front while the weasel remains on his foot, still biting it.

This amuses Shore leave, laughing at his pain, "Ha! Looks like someone doesn't remember his own training. O.S.I rules!"

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"See what I meant?" Ray asked, holding an ice pack near his face, "OW! Damn it! I can totally feel those claw marks! Ugh!"

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"Rude and cruel isn't the right term to be use for me acting like that way, okay?" Shore leave confess, "This is why I usually ignore haters. Whenever I do something, I get called out because I acted like a douche. Hello? This is a reality show, not a Christian show".

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Toiletnator continued up, trying his best to remain in the game. Eventually, he feels exhausted, tired, and worn out from all the climbing.

He was a bit surprised no traps sprung up, but that wasn't his concern. His concern was his own health, as he began to sweat, turning his toilet theme costume into a wet towel.

"Man, how long is this tree?" Toiletnator asked to himself, wondering, "I need to catch some breath before I continue further".

He removed a piece of his mask to wipe away the sweat. However, he then came to a realization.

He essentially releases both of his grip from the rope, making him float in the air for a small second. He tried desperately to get back on, but it was too late.

He fell hard. So hard that his landed impact resulted in his entire body to be broken and all dangle up.

"Oooooooooh that was painful", Chris remarked, "I love it!"

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"So I may have failed, but hey at least it wasn't one of the traps that caused it", Toiletnator confessed, being pleased in a cast and wheelchair, "Then again, it was due to my clumsiness. Pretty sure that was still a bad thing".

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"Ok, weakling down, my turn", Stan Smith told her, moving on to selecting the toughest competitor to go, "Muscle Man! You're up!"

"Woohoo!" Muscle Man shouted, swinging his shirt out once more, "Oh yeah! It's my turn to go! Watch and learn, dudes! This is how a real man does it!"

"Hey, I want to go next!" Yao argues, "I'm fully trained and built to do this!"

"Patient shorty", Stan told him, gesturing and mocking Mahiru's suggestion, "It's call, waiting for someone's turn".

"Let's do this!" Muscle Man yelled, as he ran up to the tree and straight up, without the need of using a rope to climb with.

It only takes a few seconds when sounds of laser firing can be heard, causing Muscle Man to squeal like a pig and fall back down, all burning up and in smoke.

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"Ha! That was nothing! Just because I got shot by some random lasers, does not mean I'm weak", Muscle Man confessed, "It just validates that I'm totally durable. Yes!"

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"Let's hurry up, guys!" Chris said, "I don't want to drag this challenge further. I have lots of things to do later and I do not want to make this a two parter".

There's a running montage from both teams sending out their finest competitor, each with the same result.

First it was Mako, climbing a bit further to be clearly seen by the others below. However, she is stopped by a hammer in the head, striking her down and sending her to the ground below.

Second was Yao, as he was much further away from where Mako was. As he was climbing, he got immediately electrocuted by a pole that strung out.

After being electrocuted for a long minute, he fell straight down. Landing all burned up.

Third is Coachman. Like many, he tried to take things a bit slower, but immediately got a frying pan slam in his face, causing him to fall.

Fourth is Atsuko, as she climbs slowly as possible and to be more wary of a trap. Suddenly, there was a squirrel that ran by, getting her attention. It was enough for a distraction to sprung up, as the bark below her foot sprung out, sending her flying away into the distance.

The fifth and last of this montage is Scott, as it was his turn to take on this task.

Only for a picture of his worst enemy, a mutant shark named Fang, sprung up and startled him, causing him to fall to the ground, groaning.

This angered Jose further, "Darn! Darn! DARN! How hard is it for any of you to simply climb up there!"

"How about you do it yourself!" Scott retorted.

"Grrr, this is getting irritating".

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"It's not my fault that no progress hasn't been made", Jose confessed, "It's my team's fault. They are not in shape enough to deal with it".

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"You know Jose", Wendy sarcastically said to him, as Jose began to be filled with much temper within him, "Maybe it's best to pick who's more capable of doing the task, instead of randomly selecting anyone because you view them as more of cannon fodders".

"She's right you know", Nami agrees, "I think your "strategy" isn't doing so well".

"Shut up!" Jose shouted, composing himself a bit. Despite how much he disliked idea input from his own fellow competitors, he decided for once, take one of their advice into consideration, "But yeah, I hate to admit it, but I believe the lumberjack girl got a point".

"Wow you actually thinking smart right about now", Logan sarcastically said, "Took you, what? 30 minutes or so?"

"I bet the entire day from morning to afternoon", Satsuki added, "Makes more sense, considering this brat IQ".

"Will you all shut up! Since you suggested it, I'll choose you", Jose pointed at Wendy, who simply shrugged.

"Eh, fine by me".

"Your totally okay with this?" Mabel asked.

"Duh, I'm a lumberjack", Wendy told her, "And as someone who is raised by lumberjack, I know a thing and two about tree climbing".

"Really? That's rad!" Bob commented.

"Fine, if you say so", Jose said, "But if you fail-"

"Yeah, yeah, consequences will be consequences. Whatever", She shrugged, as she headed toward the tree before her.

"You can do this, Wendy!" Brendan yelled, "We believe in you!"

"Totally more so than Jose", Yuka added.

"Interesting", Satsuki remarked, "Let's see if one of Ryuko's new friend is capable of doing this challenge".

"I'm certain she will", Brendan told her, "She's very skillful".

As for the other team, it was now Stan's turn to make his choice while Mahiru was getting more and more and more worn out by what's been going on.

No one has reached the top. At this rate, it would seem impossible.

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"Ok, so the good news was it was my turn to claim the potential victory", Stan confessed, "The bad news is, I'm out of luck. Granted, there were still tougher fellows in the game, but I got cautious. Too cautious. Hate to admit it, but that girl made some good points. I'll give her that. Not enough to gain my respect. But anyways, the hardest part for me is selecting a more...durable competitor. One who is strong enough to endure the traps. Push through if I may add. Granted, I could've gone with Hades, Akainu, and anyone else but-"

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"I choose Owen".

"Whaaaaaat? Me?" Owen asked him.

"Yes you FATTY FATTY FAT FAT!" Stan shouted, startling him, "Sorry, sorry, force of habit".

"Really? You picked the fat one?" Akainu asked.

"Of course I did", Stan told him, "Just look at him with his chubby body...his hair...and ummm...yeah, that's pretty much it. I can tell he'll totally win this for us".

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"What? I was running out of ideas at the time", Stan confessed, "I was desperate at the time, alright?"

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"I don't know if that moron is more moronic", Akainu confessed, "Or if he's trying to make us lose. Either way, his idea isn't working".

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"Gosh, I don't know if this is a good idea, sir. Are you sure I could do this?" Owen asked, feeling hesitant.

"Of course...fatty. Sorry I mean, Owen. You clearly have enough strength and durability to make it. You became the winner of season one of Total Drama. I believe in you".

"But I don't have past experience. I-I'm not sure if I'm qualified for this".

"I said, I f**king believe in you", Stan said, in a threatening, whispering and aggressive tone.

"You know, I'm a skilled runner too", Sanji said, "I train my legs to do anything. I can probably win this if you-".

"Shut up, cook. I know what I'm doing".

"The guy is right", Zoro sarcastically said, just to taunt Sanji, "Nobody is going to believe you are actually winning this".

"Hey, if you don't believe me!" Sanji retorted, "How about you go after Owen! I'm sure everyone will see how much of a bada** you are!"

"Oh yeah, well I would love too you high class sh*tty cook!"

"Aren't you going to talk back to him?" Tiff asked Mahiru.

"Well it is his turn. I can't really do anything right now, other than wait and see if his idea works".

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"Usually I would be thrilled to hear someone being supportive of me", Owen confess, "Which...I am a little. At the same time, I kinda got scared. Like, extremely scared. I wasn't sure if I was going to make it".

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Wendy started climbing, as there was no trap that hadn't sprung out yet.

Not that eases the tension. She knows how this works, being a little wary by how much she continues upward.

As for Owen, it was a struggle for him. Grabbing every rope and taking a careful step on the tree itself. It made him feel exhausted, "so...tired...can't...keep going like this".

"Ummm Owen, you do realize you barely even touch above the ground?" Shoreleave said, revealing the whole time that Owen hadn't made a single move and was just tired from walking from a small distance.

"Awww come on!"

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"At this rate, the fatso have to go", Shoreleave confesses, "No way we keep someone who's a living diabetes cow around".

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After taking a short break that eats up half an hour, Owen finally took enough courage and began climbing.

He kept climbing up, trying to be cautious by every step he makes as he figures that's how the traps will sprung out.

Wendy was a lot further away from him. While climbing, she kept thinking to herself, "Dang, they weren't kidding when they said this tree stretches longer. I just Chris dumb traps don't sprung up and stop me".

Right on cue, a trap has been triggered. A fly swapper popped out and began to swing around. Wendy managed to dodge it by simply ducking down, as it stopped and retracted back in.

"Pff weak", She utters, as she continues.

Owen began to exhale more and more air in his breath, feeling exhausted from climbing, "Gosh, how long is this, anyways?"

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"Ok to be fairly honest, I intentionally designed the tree to be this long", Chris confessed, "Granted, it's not accurate to what the original tradition states, but who cares. Makes things more interesting".

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Finally, after what feels like a century Wendy made it to the top. Way above for the ground to be visible and way above from any clouds.

"Thank god, I made it", Wendy said in relief, "Took me for eternity".

She sees the jar, filled from a brim of keys. She took one look at it and as much as she hoped it would be easy, it was not.

As every key has Chris' face on it.

She then took notice of a note, which read:

"Dear losers, if you are reading this then you are probably both in shock and angry by what you find. Heheheh, I kinda wish I was there to see that. Anyways, when I meant finding the key with my face on it, I meant looking for a specific one. I'll give you a hint, it's the most handsome one. Good luck".

"Oh come on!"

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"Dude is literally messing with us", Wendy confesses, "I'm not surprised. At the same time, I'm getting more and more annoyed by it.

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She forces her hand into the jar, trying to figure out the right one.

"Ok think, I need to find one that stands out and isn't as identical as the rest of them", Wendy said, "Hopefully this can't be that hard".

Just as she does so, suddenly a snap is heard. Not only that, but she can feel her hand has been caught in a painful predicament, "Ow!"

She pulled her hand out, revealing a mouse trap, "Aw dang it, Chris".

As if things couldn't get any worse, she begins to lose balance as a gust of wind blows. She tries to remain still, remaining there. But it wasn't enough, as she slipped and fell off the top tree, sending her downward.

Passing by Owen, who's still in the game and still making it through.

"Uhhh guys, I think she's really falling really hard here", Molly pointed, much to the realization and distress of the situation.

"Someone should catch her!" Mabel pointed, then proceeded to grab Ella in her arms and shouted, "Quick! Sing! Maybe your birdy friends might save her".

"I..I can't" Ella replied, "I haven't thought of a perfect song for this".

"Don't worry, everyone! I'll handle this!" Zeroman said, as he was going to try to fly up and save her

But it was too late, as a loud slam to the ground is felt, as they all see Wendy on the ground, in a silhouette ditch.

"...Ow".

"Ooooooh sorry about that", He apologized.

"Wendy is out!" Chris pointed, "Better think fast, team captain".

Brendan came to her, followed by Marceline, Mabel, and Satsuki.

"Wendy! Are you okay?" Brendan asked for her concern.

Wendy climbs out, replying with, "Yeah, I'm fine. Totally angry, but totally not dead".

"I gotta say", Marceline commented, "You're one tough lumberjack, if you manage to survive from that long fall".

"Thanks for the compliment. I train a lot".

"Your welcome".

"Don't feel too bad, Wendy", Mabel tries to assure her, "At least you made it that close at the top".

Jose was throwing another fit. Scowling to himself, as if he wants to kill someone right about now.

"Am I hearing it right?" Damian tauntingly said, "I think I'm hearing someone literally losing it. Both now and potentially later if we lose".

"Silence! If you think you are sooo cool! How about you go then!" Jose shouted.

"Sure, if it means proving how much better I am than you", He said directly to his face, walking past him, much to Jose's anger.

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"That Robin fellow is annoying me", Jose confessed, "On one hand, I would like to vote him off. He has shown little to no respect for me. On the other hand...wait, what am I talking about? He suck".

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Damian approaches the timber, looking upward. There was no hesitation, but pure focus on the goal at hand.

"Just to let you know, guys", Chris mentioned, "We have a really strict schedule here. Better hurry up and win, or we'll skip the best part for the second challenge".

"Be careful, Yuka said to Robin, "Who knows what Chris has it programmed with".

Damian nodded and proceeded to take one step onto the timber. Without the assistance of a rope, he quickly and swiftly ran up without a single hint of slipping or loss of balance.

This surprised and made some at awe by his action.

"Whoa, he just ran up there like a ninja", Molly pointed.

Damian literally ran up, not looking down or breaking a sweat. His speed is accelerating.

As for Owen, he finally made it to the top, exhausted, "Woohoo! Made it! And I didn't have to fart this time around".

Before he could move toward the jar, Damian leaped upward and landed onto the top, taking one glance of the note, tossing it and proceeding to shove his hand in the jar.

After scavenging for a small second, he finally found the right key. What makes this key different was it grinning, revealing its teeth while others were just a small grin.

This astonished Owen, "Holy dog!"

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"I didn't know that kid could do that", Owen remarked, "He's like...super awesome".

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He then leaped down, doing a backflip while descending back to the ground.

Much to everyone stunned. Even the other team were in complete baffles.

"Whoa! That was so cool. I think I'm in love", Mabel remarked, "Wait! What am I saying?!"

"Are you okay, Mabel?" Robyn asked her.

"Uhhh I'm fine. Totally fine. I meant to say, I'm in love with his….acrobatic. Yeah, that's right. Totally his acrobatics. Wait, that sounds too flirty. Ahhh!"

He then held up the key, in which Chris took one close glance and declared, "Looks like The Cruel Stars win the first round!"

'This resulted in his team to cheer and celebrate their victory, with the exception of Jose, who was more envious and not impressed by Damian's victory.

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"So what if he won", Jose confessed, "Anyone can easily do that, if some of my teams weren't lazy. Still though, he is a valid asset to us. And I'll tolerate some of his mockery...for now".

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"Wow, that was impressive", Robyn remarked to Damian, "How did you manage to do that in seconds?"

"I trained a lot", Damian replied, "Trained from different trainers".

"Good show, lad", Paradox told him, "I can see a bright future for you with those skills of yours".

"Yeah, yeah, yeah, trainers", Jose said, confronting him and trying to snatch the key from him, "Now give me the key".

"Whoa, easy there you little gremlin", Chris came by, taking the key away from Damian, "Keep you energy reserve for the next round because it's an easy one".

As for the other team's reaction, they were...not so thrilled about it.

"I can't believe this", Stan was in disbelief, "We lost to some kid!"

"Maybe choosing a chubby kid wasn't a good idea, pal", Eggman commented.

"Shut it, fatty!"

"Hey, should we be concerned about Owen getting back down?" Mahiru asked, pointing up.

As Owen is still at the top, feeling worried about whether or not he'll get down. He even began shouting, "Hello?! Can anyone hear me down there! I think I need to pee now!"

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"Clearly it was that girl's fault", Stan confesses, "If she could've chosen someone cooler like that Sanji fellow, none of this wouldn't happen".

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"Ok that was awful that we lost, but at least it wasn't me, '' Mahiru confessed, "Still, I really need to step up my game if I'm going to be picked as team captain".

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Cutting back, the remaining contestants in teams that are still around for the next and final challenge, stood in the forest right in front of two fortified cave entrances.

"Ok team, listen up", Jose told his team, "Due to my brilliance".

"Yeah, brilliance", Logan utter, sarcastically.

"I want everyone to make sure that this round is a success like last round", Jose states, "Do not screw this up!"

"Thanks for the reminder", Damain said to him, sarcastically, "I let you know if your decision making led us to eliminate you".

"Let's hope that doesn't happen", Egon said, "At this rate, we pretty much lost half of our toughest competitor".

"Aww come on, we at least still have Wolverine, Satsuki, Larfleeze", Molly replied, "And Damian. We'll be perfectly fine".

"If you can even count Larfleeze as reassurement", Egon said, looking at him, as he still held onto his lantern.

"Whatever Chris throws at us", Satsuki responded, "I'm fully prepared to do the job".

"I really hope your being serious about that because Chris is no tamer, that's for sure", Eva said.

Cutting to the other team...

"Look, I know everyone is worn out but we can still win this", Mahiru told her team, "We'll just need to stay focused and make sure there's no slip up, okay?"

Everyone nodded in agreement, as Stan cuts, "Yep, we totally don't want to fail like last time, which isn't totally my fault by the way".

"Umm I'm pretty sure it was", Tiff told him.

Chris finally appears to them, with Copperhead pushing a cart with a giant chest on it.

"Welcome to the second and final challenge for today", Chris announced, "In this challenge, all of you must enter through these two locked up mine tunnels, which will lead you to your next task. To give you guys a short history, they were used as mining coals. But during the war, they were turned into bunkers. This of course led to some of them to be lost in these caverns. Luckily, some were found...by Nazi's. And you can guess what will happen next".

"Oh dear lord", Mahiru remarked, feeling terrible from the implication.

"Dear lord indeed. Long story short, Nazi's use them for secret experiments, allies forces come in and kick their butt", Chris continues, "Now they just abandoned. Lock up and forbidden from anyone entering...until now".

"Good to see you always breaking the law for ratings, Chris", Sammy sarcastically said.

"I know. Anyways, you guys are tasked with getting rid of some...pests".

"Pest? What kind of pest?" Toko asked.

"Is it giant, mutant moles?" Eva asked, "No wait, giant roaches".

"Nope. As much as I wish it was true, they are a different type of pest. They are a special kind of pest that need to be exterminated. As in, putting them down".

"Umm excuse me, doesn't this country have some kind of cleaning task team that could deal with this?" Egon asked.

"Yes..."

"And?"

"What? You expect me to explain more further", Chris asked, moving on without elaborating, "Now since the Cruel Stars won last challenge, they get to have what is contained in this chest".

Copperhead came to open the chest with the same key. After it's open, it is revealed to be...flamethrowers, "Flamethrowers!"

"Hell ya!" Jose exclaimed, feeling excited about this, "Now we are talking!"

"Umm excuse me", Logan asked, "Isn't this a bit too inappropriate? I mean, I'm not sure if this is a good idea to give literal flamethrowers to kids".

"Yeah, but they seem mature enough to handle it", Chris told him, "Either that, or you don't have to use them. It's optional".

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"I am totally pleased by what we got", Jose said, "No doubt it is due to my high intelligence factor".

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"A flamethrower?" Frollo remarked, "I have no idea what a flamethrower is, but it sounds like something I would've used long ago during the purging of gypsies".

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"Oh my gosh! Literal flamethrower", Mabel confessed, "That sounds...totally awesome! I always wanted those! That'll totally get mind off from those love thoughts I keep having".

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"Ummm hey, what about us?" Murderface asked, "What do we get?"

"Oh yeah, for your team you get...nothing!"

"Yay! Nothing!", Lindsey exclaimed, being too oblivious to realize that's a bad thing. Much to the groaning of everyone in the team.

"Loving the eutheism", Chris continued, as Copperhead and "Just to recap, it's simple. Go through and start killing off these pests. After that, put what's remain of them into these cart and return. Whoever comes back in time with the largest killing spree, win. And they get to enjoy a night out at a special cafe near a small town. Paid by me, unfortunately".

"We are totally going to that cafe", Jose stated to his team, "You hear me?!"

"Yes we totally got that", Sammy told him, "Don't need to yell it at our ears".

"Anyways, good luck with your killing. Remember, you guys got 45 seconds", Chris said, but before he went one of the contestants asked him a question.

"Wait, shouldn't you unlock the entrances?" Mahiru asked.

"I would, but I don't have the keys. You guys figure that out".

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"Ok, this is my second chance", Mahiru confesses, "I need to make sure I remain focused, without any screw up. Granted, I could ask for some advice, but...I think it's a bit better if I do this myself. You know, show how impressive it is for someone like me to do this".

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Jose is the first to grab one of the flamethrowers while shoving Mabel and Brendan out of the way, "Move! This one's mine!"

"This is seriously illegal", Logan commented.

"This is Chris Mclean after all", Sammy added, "He will do anything for the ratings".

"You know I'm really surprised you're okay with this".

"Well I did compete last season with the same sadistic host. At this point, none of this surprises me".

"Look at me!" Mabel shouted, holding her flamethrower in the air and shooting flames, "I'm Mabel the Fire Mechanical Dragon!"

Frollo came next and grabbed the flamethrower, seemingly morbidly fascinated by it, "Hmmmm intriguing. So this is what an actual modern weapon looks like".

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"I have never wielded something like this before", Frollo confessed, "Despite me having visited House of Rat many times I've never got the chance to learn more about the technology in this new world".

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"You there, child", Frollo asked Brendan, "Aren't you going to pick that weapon up. You do know we won, meaning we could use them".

"I'm not that type of a person to hold a weapon like this", Brendan replied, "Nor do I know how to use it".

"Me neither", Packard said, pulling the given cart along with shovels in it, "I'm not much of a fighter myself. I used to, but not anymore".

Nami came last and took up the flamethrower, remarking at it, "Not the first time I use something that isn't my main weapon. Hey Pumyra, have you seen something like this before in your world?"

"Ummm..." Pumyra, not wanting to be seen as suspicious as she has seen those types of weapons before and even working alongside those who use it, replied, "Nope. Not really?"

"Really?"

"Nu uh".

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"Look even if I did tell her the truth", Pumyra confesses, "There's maybe a small chance she may catch on with something. I can't risk it...even if it does sound kinda dumb".

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The Cruel Stars manage to grab their flamethrowers and head toward the lock mine.

"Alright team, I need someone to tear this thing down!" Jose said to his team, pointing at the locked entrance.

"Let me do it", Logan volunteered, "I haven't used my claws for a while now".

"Ha! Cat claws? How's that going to work?" Jose asked him, mockingly.

"First off, it's Wolverine claws, okay? My title is literally the Wolverine", He told him, approaching the mine entrance, "Second, watch me".

With his hands raised, the claws shoot out from his grip, much to everyone's surprise. The most surprise came from Claude Frollo, as he had never seen such an oddity do that.

Wolverine then proceeds to slice the chains off and wood. With a double slice, everything that was right in front of them collapses.

"Well, come on then", Logan gestured to them, "We got work to do".

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"How did that...that...thing manage to do that?" Frollo asked himself, "Is it one of his devilish spells that allow him to do that or is he a werewolf? Likely both".

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The Bloody Bastards stood, as they wondered how to remove the locks right in front of them.

"Hmmm, perhaps we should try finding some way to cut it like the other team did", Mahiru remarked, "Anyone has suggestions?"

"Nah, I say we all back away for a second and ram it", Stan suggested.

"That could work".

"Ha! See! You finally see why I'm capable of being a leader".

"Dang it, Stan, focus! I'm not trying to prove you right. We are here to win, remember?"

"Yeah, and by winning you mean me winning at being team captain".

"Alright, alright, listen to you two", James suggested, "How about you two let one of us try to solve this. At this rate, you two bickering isn't going to do us any favor in winning".

"He's right", Zoro agreed, "If you want my opinion, let's put aside this difference and try focusing".

"And besides, it's her turn you know". Tiff mentioned.

"That's what I'm trying to do here", Mahiru states.

"We are focusing", Stan told him, "On who would be a perfect team captain. Her with her tiny, little camera or me with my physical, buff body and large amount of intelligent skills".

"You know, if you two aren't doing anything useful", Aqua told them, acting cocky about this, "How about letting me handle it. I know what I can do".

"What? You? Are you going to help?" Stocking asked.

"Uhhh yeah, got a problem?"

"Listen here, I may once have been from another team, but I know full well that you're just going to humiliate yourself right in front of us", She told her, which deeply offended her.

"No I'm not! I've changed for the better. I can do this!"

"Better. Probably worst".

Just as another argument is going to happen, a loud explosion is heard. They turned and saw that the lock and fortification got destroyed into debris.

It was Megumin who struck it down with her staff, much to everyone's shock.

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"What? I'm not going to wait until they stop whining", Megumin confessed, "If we ever lose and I get voted off, I might as well use some of my spell for something".

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"Whoa Megumin! What did you do?" Mahiru asked her.

"I use one of my spells to explode it opening", Megumin replied, "Now we can go in".

"That's amazing", Miko complimented her.

"Great work, young girl", Alastor added as well.

While some of her teammates compliment her, Aqua stood there, completely stunned.

"I mean...I can do that", Aqua said, "I can...totally do something like that if I want to".

"Oh yeah, like what?" Megumin asked, "Do you have the same explosive spell as me? No, no you don't".

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"Ok, she totally cheated me out here", Aqua confessed, "I was going to be literally useful for once. I am. I was going to use my waves to burst the locks out open. But nope, she came and literally ruined everything for me. I swear, if we lose I am totally going to vote her off. The only problem is, I'm not sure if my teammates will do the same. I hope so".

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( The Cruel Stars ).

The team roam through the dark, empty, and wet tunnel, leading them to a constant area of unknown.

Most were a little afraid, others remained cautious to whatever task was at hand.

Jose was the most fearful, with DJ coming second, unable to hold his flamethrower steady.

He was in a constant shudder, as he quickly looked around the place, too concerned to remain calm.

"Ugh this place smells awful", Debbie remarked to Brendan and Yuka, "I am seriously in need of a shower right about now".

"I think we all do, Debbie", Yuka replied, holding a wooden spear, "I think we all do".

"Yeah...Wait, I just realized something", She commented, "You look...different than I remember you before".

"Wait, you haven't noticed?"

"No, I was just way too busy re-befriending Lindsey I completely forgot".

"Yeah, I can't blame you. I changed a lot after last season", Yuka explained, "Instead of being in constant fear and in need of my Onii Chan, I realize I need to depend on myself a lot more often. I grew a lot".

"Oh that's cool. Though, it is strange seeing you wearing your usual clothing. Ever think of changing into something that fits you a lot more?"

"I guess so. I've never thought about that".

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"Maybe she has a point", Yuka confessed, "I could change up a bit of my looks. I haven't wear anything else besides this dress. It is starting to bore me a little".

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"Hey Jose, I seem to notice you looking worried", Damian sarcastically remarked next to him, "Are you afraid?"

"Afraid? Hell no! I-I'm just cautious, that's all", Jose told him, "In case these pests try to jump at me".

"Weeeee! I love caves!" Charlotte said, running around and being the least concerned about this whole situation.

"Umm Robin, don't you think bothering him is only going to make things a bit worse?" Robyn asked Damian, "I mean, I'm not supporting his action and all, but I feel a bit concerned that it may backfire on us as a team".

"Eh, not really. Jose is a brat. What else makes him important, anyways? Other than being annoying".

"True", Robyn continues, "Still, I really do not want to lose, you know".

"Relax. I'm not going to bother him too much. He's not worth my time".

Then, Jose stopped at his track as it would seem he stepped on something, "Eww! I seem to step on some gum or something".

As the team came, they realized the horrible sight in front of them. Even Jose took notice.

It wasn't any gum or sticky substance. It looks like what appears to be a green, soft and sticky tissue, with human eyes and mouth on it.

This startled Jose, causing him to jump and land onto Logan arms, "Wha-what is that?!"

"Dear god! What is this abomination!" Frollo pointed.

"Eeeewww, this is literally worse than seeing an elephant poop", Debbie added.

The thing itself doesn't seem harmful, nor does it do anything. It remains stuck to the ground, while its mouth remains active, not spurring any words out other than breathing sounds.

Paradox, unlike the rest like DJ who was so startled that it led to him to faint, bend down and take a closer look. He did this out of curiosity, putting his finger at it to touch it.

Once he stood up, he spoke up as well, "I see. It would appear to be the right pest we need to ensure they are dead".

"Really? Those are the pests?" Eva asked, "I thought it was something more dangerous that could literally tear us apart".

"I thought so too but then I remembered", Paradox explained, "Clearly these are victims from long ago".

"Wait a minute, are you saying that these things we need to do were-?" Before Eddy could finish, Paradox nodded.

"Yes, indeed. Although, probably not. I don't know. Sometimes my memory gets a bit fuzzy".

"Ugh, I don't know if you are clearly mad, but there is nothing to be happy about", Frollo told him.

"Well that's less of my concern", Donald said, as he used his flamethrower to light the pest on fire, killing it and burning it into black crisp, "See? Easy. Mmmmm that smells good. Smells like cooked chicken".

"Uhhh guys, I don't think that's one we have to deal with", Sammy pointed directly toward the path where they are heading, as right in front of them, the tunnel is covered from top to bottom to both sides with these pests.

All stick together like webs and all have human eyes and mouths. Some mouths remain open to reveal tongues out.

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DJ sat in the stall in a cradle position, while sucking his thumb, "Did you see that? Those...things! They were literally staring at my soul!"

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"Heheheh, pretty traumatic, huh?" Chris asked, "It's a shame they aren't harmful. That would've made things more entertaining".

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( The Blood Bastards ).

Lindsey screams by the huge sight of it, as the tunnel that they are heading in is now infected with lots and lots of pests.

They have entered a huge opening, with three tunnels leading to different directions.

"Ew baby, those are some hideous creatures I have ever seen", Hades remarked, "Then again, I saw far worse at my place. My commission art given from my supposed followers. Literally awful, I hate them".

"Oh god! Wha-what are these?" Mahiru asked, "This is horrible. Does Chris really expect us to handle this?"

"Well this could be worse", Nana told them, "These things could've attacked us".

"Let's not waste any time here", James told them, holding his pistol out, with everyone else preparing to use their ability and weapons to get the job done, "We got a serious job to do here".

"Umm right! Got it", Mahiru composed herself, "Okay everyone, listen up. I know this may seem bad but we got to ensure we win this. No matter how disgusting it may seem".

"The girl laddie is right", Silver agrees, "I've endured far worse. This is literally child play to me".

"Exactly", Mahiru continues, "So I need everyone to be put into teams. Some of us will go through each tunnel, while the rest remain here. Got that everyone?"

"Yeah, yeah, we totally got it", Miko told her, casually. Picking up a rock as her main defense.

Everyone was in agreement, except for Stan who crossed his arm and scoffed at that idea.

"Anyways let's get going", Mahiru gestured to some of her competitors to follow and scatter, while the others remained.

The ones that remain were Miko, JFK, Tiff, Hades, Aqua, Eggman, and Megumin.

But before Lindsey could join up with Mahiru's team, she is stopped in front by Hades.

"Hey Lindsey, mind stopping for a second", Hades told her, "I want to talk with you for a few moments...in private".

As he took her away, farthest away from the competitors she finally spoke to him.

"Okay then, what is it?"

"You know how earlier I was giving you some examples of why I should be team captain. Remember that?"

"Oh yeah, I remember the whole charming thing. What was that again?"

"Thank god you didn't forget", Hades mutters, "Anyways, never mind that. Look, I was wondering if you have been thinking of choosing me over those two".

"Wait, you want me to pick you?"

"YES!" Hades shouted, calming down a bit, "Yes, yes, that's...a yes".

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"Hades is a great guy and all", Lindsey confesses, "He really is. But I don't think he seems smart enough. Maybe it's his hair or the way he dress".

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"Hmmm...I don't know if I could", Lindsey replied.

"Why? Is it because of that dumb rule or something?" Hades asked.

"It's just...I don't think you seem fit enough to be a leader", Lindsey told him, "With your hair, the way you dress, especially those lips. I just don't think you seem capable of leading.

These comments infuriated him. But he remained calm and restrained, composure himself for a bit, "Ok, ok, so you don't like the way I look, that's fine. Everyone has different tastes, I mean I prefer women with horns. They always look hot".

"Okay?"

"But listen! you don't like my look, that's fine. But come on, what about my skill sets? My personality, my charm. It's something".

"I guess so", Lindsey told him, "I don't know. I'll have to think this over".

As she walked away to rejoin her group, Hades called out, trying to make sure if her thinking could lead him to be potentially picked, "Alright! Think about it. I'm sure you'll make the right...pick!"

Hades grinned and chuckled, as now he is becoming more serious, desperate, and doubtful whether she will pick him or not.

"Well, well, well, I see someone is getting ill temper", Eggman commented behind him, having heard all of this.

"Wait, were you there the whole time?" Hades asked, "Literally hearing everything?"

"Why yes. Before and right now, exactly", Eggman told him, "Surprise no one noticed you trying to convince her".

"Well mortals are dumb. Not you, but some are dumber but-anyways, what do you want? you want a second lead in my position".

"Look if I'm going to be brief with you", Eggman said, "I prefer we form an alliance".

"An alliance? Really?"

"Yes"

Hades burst into laughter, telling him, "Funny because I was thinking the same thing if I didn't get picked, of course".

"Really? That's a coincidence".

"Yeah, anyway, why do you want to form an alliance with me?"

"Duh, as an advantage of course. With enough people joining forces, we can not only manipulate the game to our will, but also give full opportunity to note vote for each other".

"I see. While I do frankly agree with the whole notion of voting, I have a different idea with this alliance".

"What is it?"

"You know how these secret alliances work where they would occasionally strategize, think of a plan to vote someone off, sabotage the game, etc. Making it slowly obvious that there's a hidden group manipulating the game, right?"

"Uhh yeah?"

"Well the thing is...I'm not going forward with those ideas. No, no, no, no, I'm thinking more of...let's say, improving our group strength and power".

"Oh I see", Eggman said, "You suggest that instead of cheating or sabotaging, we try to be better than our own team, and then let them notice how great we are, am I getting that right?"

"Exactly. Now I'm not against cheating, but I have to follow my promise and not cheat, if I'm going to own Mount Olympus".

"Hmm that sounds like a solid idea. I like it".

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"I'm totally betting she's going to pick me. No way she's just going to forget all that and pick one of those losers. There's no way. I mean, there's literally NO WAY!" Hades said, bursting into flames, "Anyways, as for my alliance idea if I'm not chosen, I may go forward with it".

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( Back to the Cruel Stars ).

The task has begun. Flames of smoke and flares burst into the scene that had mainly been made up of darkness. Now lights have been filled up the tunnel, as some of the contestants that wielded flamethrowers began to fire upon the pest, burning them into crisp.

The contestants with no flamethrowers and instead resorting to their weapon, were still doing the job at hand.

Wolverine uses his claws to pierce through the pest, Alucard starts blasting every pest he comes by with his gun, Marceline uses her guitar to strike down on the pests, and Brendan and Packard were the only ones not doing any of the killings. They were simply shoveling the remains of the dead pests into the cart.

Frollo seems to take a bit of a liking of using the flamethrower, "Ah yes...fire...the blazing torch of hell itself. It is truly something for me, a Judge to use a weapon, likely crafted by demons".

"Looks like someone is totally enjoying it", Mabel commented.

"I'm not enjoying it. I'm just...testing it out if it works".

"Come on, you don't need to hide anything", Mabel told him, "There's no shame in trying new things. I like trying new things, and it's amazing".

"You are a mad child", Frollo said.

"Thank you".

"That wasn't a compliment".

"I know".

Paradox, meanwhile, examines a bit further with these pests, even picking one of them up, "Fascinating. Who knew that these things could last longer here without much exposure to sunlight".

"You really take quite an interest over these weird guys", Packard comments, still with a deadpan expression and smoking.

"Duh, I'm a scientist. Science requires the intrigue from someone like me and the oddity from things like these pests. Perhaps I may have gone a bit more mad from my experience with time but oh well, nothing to do much about it".

"You think he's a little-?" Brendan could finished asking Packard, she replied for him/

"Nuts. Probably. I'm no science expert, but I've seen weirdos like him in my days".

"While you may find them intriguing", Dawn said to Paradox, sitting down near one of the pest, petting it, "I for one, find them pretty sad. They live such an awful life, incapable of feelings or comfort".

"Don't feel too bad, kid. Consider this as a marcy kill", He said, as he sliced the pest right in front of him.

Right next to him is DJ, who is unable to shoot the flames at a small pest in front of him. Feeling great fear, doubts, and nervousness about this.

"Hey DJ, are you alright?" Logan asked, which startled him, "Keep up the work. We don't want that annoying kid to yell at us again".

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"Mercy kill?" Dawn confesses, "Hmmm I never really thought about that. I'm mostly in the belief that all creatures deserve a life on their own. Nature gives life. But...if those lifes aren't necessary?"

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"Ok, to be perfectly honest", DJ confessed, "I've never liked killing things that are alive and such. Those pests, despite Chris forcing us to do it, isn't my thing. I mean I don't care if it looks ugly, I would never harm it".

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( Back to the Blood Bastards ).

The team finally made their way to one of the tunnels on the left, finally making a stop in front of a huge opening area.

Before them is a large, massive pit, stretching across the area like an ocean.

Down in the pit were dozens of pests, all cramping together and sticking together, while creating a wave-like movement.

Mahiru almost had a sick stomach. Almost was going to gag. But Silver came by and tried to comfort her, assuring her, "Hey, take it easy there, kiddo. It's just a simple task we need to deal of".

"Yeah...yeah, you right", Mahiru said, "Still, how are we going...ummm, you know? Put them to-"

"You mean kill, right?" Stan asked, "Because if that's the case then you must be terrible with words. Hahahahahahaha!"

Silver retorted, slapping him at the head, "Ow! What? I was just joking".

"Let me handle this", Akainu said, getting everyone's attention toward him as he approached the edge.

No one tried to oppose him because as soon as he came glancing down at the pit below, his right arm began to glow red. A spark of flames spit out from the hand.

Then it began to erupt into puffs of magma, a light of hard and heated substances as it spilled out of his arm. He then proceeds to do the same with his left arm as well, both turning into magma.

He aims both the arms up, knowing full well how high the ceiling is.

With one loud, mighty voice, he shouted, "METEOR VOLCANO!"

He then began shooting the flames of magma upward as it disappeared into the darkness. He kept firing, until he stopped.

After a long seconds of silence, the shooting magma soon came down upon the pests. Hitting them and engulfing them into flames. The flames spread throughout the area in the pit, as now the oceans of pests began to burn into the pit of fire.

This shocked some by the sight of it, but Akainu stood seriously without a hint of any emotion.

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"Damn, that was...fire!" Hades remarked, "Looks like I'm not the only guy with fire ability. Not that I'm jealous or anything...then again, there is Alastor".

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"How were you able to do that?" Mahiru asked him.

"Simple", Zoro replied for her, "He ate a Devil Fruit that grants him power and some special ability. The only problem is those who ate it cannot swim".

"Seems...kinda impractical for someone to be a Fleet Admiral that can't swim", Tiff pointed out.

"But what if he's so strong that swimming isn't necessary for him to survive in water", 2D asked, "What if he is so strong, he can literally push through it".

"That would be horrifying if you ask me", Sanji said.

"Well that. doesn't matter", Alastor comment, "This man seem more capable of doing the job than Stocking".

"Oh that is just-" Before Stocking could retort-

"Enough screwing around," Akainu told everyone, "We got a job to do".

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"It's already worrying enough that with Akainu Devil Fruit", Zoro confesses, "It's unlikely he'd be eliminated early".

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The Bloody Bastards begins as every contestant from their team is doing their part in securing their victory from this.

Dust, Kris, and Zoro use their blades to start slicing down the pests.

Akainu uses his Devil Fruit to continue his rampage by burning every single pest alive until they close their eyes.

Silver changes his cybernetic hands into his own personal torch, as he starts burning the pests.

James Bond, Stan Smith, and Conker whip out their guns and start shooting.

Despite the Bloody Bastards having started their challenges, the Cruel Stars were still gaining the advantage with their additional help of a flame thrower.

"Darn, my gun is jammed", James remarked, as the clicking of his gun resulted in nothing.

"Try stomping on it. Makes it more efficient", Tiff told him.

"Alright then", Before he could do that, Mr. Frog came by, snatched his gun, and swallowed it without hesitation.

"Heheheh, tasty".

"Hey, give it back".

"Nope", He replied, as he ran off before James could grab him. Mr. Frog was so fast, he began grabbing several pests and putting them in his mouth. He seems to be enjoying it.

"That horrid thing", James Bond said to himself, "Took me four years to buy that".

"Do you need any help?" Reg asked Bond, coming toward him.

"Why yes", James replied, "Mind helping me run after that thing and get my gun back. That would be appreciate".

"But wouldn't that be kinda wrong to tackle one of our own?"

"I was being sarcastic".

"Oh, okay then".

"Say lad", James asked, taking notice of his robotic arms, "I notice both your arms are...robotic".

"Hmm? Umm yeah, they kinda are", Reg replied, looking at them.

"Are they useful?".

"Yes, but not right now", Reg explained, "I can only use my arms for practical means like in combat, grappling something, or aiming at a specific target".

"Aiming targets? You can actually shoot bullets out of it or lasers?"

"Lasers, although that would be kinda risky. Especially since using too much would put me to sleep".

"Interesting", James remarked, "For a child like you, I didn't expect you to hold such power".

"Me neither".

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"That lad is an interesting boy", James remarked, "It intrigues me most that with those enhanced technology, it had to be embedded in that child. I wonder why?"

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( Meanwhile, back to the Cruel Stars team ).

The teams were almost wrapping up their kill count. The further they descend into the mine, the better they find more pests in a round, open area with no other tunnels leading to somewhere else.

It was as if this tunnel hadn't been left unfinished.

Satsuki continued forward with slicing the pest off with her blade. Showing no struggle and showing less stress. She moved to the next one casually and nonchalantly.

Brendan, being the only one from Ryuko friend group left, was a bit curious about Ryuko's sister. More so, even since she came onto the show, regardless of her referring to him and Wendy as peasants.

Packard took notice, lilting a cigarette and taking a smoke, "What's bothering you, kid? Saw something that piqued your interest?"

"It's odd", Brendan replied, "Ryuko's sister's reaction seems...blank. She seems to care less about Ryuko failure or doesn't seem too concerned. I wonder why".

"It's a sibling thing. Sometimes they don't care, but deep down they do. I can somewhat relate with that".

"Still, it's going to be awkward to have her around, knowing Ryuko history with her and all".

"You could go talk to her".

"You think I should?"

"Maybe. Kid, you met Ryuko before right?"

"Umm yes".

"Perhaps try doing what you and Ryuko normally do. Only with her sister".

"Hmmm I guess I could try", Brendan said, "Although I don't know if she would be interested in any of the stuff I'm into. Then again, me and Ryuko aren't really that much alike in terms of interest".

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"The boy seems harmless", Satsuki remarked, "At the same time, it makes me even wonder why she chose him to be her friend. Clearly he doesn't hold much value, other than being a drawer. I can see Mako being worthy enough as she seems capable of fighting, as well as being the one to give her shelter and support. Him, I'm not sure. Whatever the cast, I'm not going to be distracted by my own thoughts on the matter".

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Moving forward, Egon is observing around the pest and taking a closer look, even picking one up for close examination.

"Interesting", He remarked, "It's breathing normally. Can see properly. Yet, it doesn't scream or cry when being hurt. I wonder".

"Boooooo", a floating pest sprung up behind him in an attempt to scare him, "Boooooooo. How dare you violate one of my brothers. I am sooooo angry".

Egon was not too startled, "I know it's you, Scratch. You can knock it off".

Indeed it was Scratch, as he dropped the whole scare trick and was more blunt, "Oh come on! Have some emotion, you nerd!"

"Scratch, what are doing here?" Molly asked him, "Aren't you supposed to be back on the train?"

"Ummm yeah, but I got super bored staying over there", Scratch told her, "So I decided to crash here out of pure boredom".

"Yeah but Scratch-"

"Hey, there aren't any rules for "sidekicks" to hang out wherever they want, is there?"

"Umm I don't think so".

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"I know bringing Scratch may seem like a bad idea", Molly confesses, "I mean frankly, I could've brought along Libby. But at the same time, Scratch is my best friend so I can't literally leave him behind. That'll hurt his feeling".

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Frollo continues to use his flamethrowers on the pest themselves.

As he was doing so, he couldn't help but be fascinated by the fire. The fire dancing in blazes, as he stared at it more closely.

It was as if he saw a woman dancing.

A woman identical to someone who he knew.

Someone he lusts.

Someone….he wants to forget! As he blinked and shook his head, trying to get rid of what he just saw.

"Hey Frollo, are you alright?" Nami asked.

"I'm fine", He replied, grudgingly, "Mind your own business!"

"Sheesh, don't need to act all grumpy", Nami said to herself, then turning toward Pumyra, who is using her slingshot to take down the pests on the wall, "Hey Pumyra! How are you doing?"

"Doing fine so far", Pumyra replied, "I'll admit, this is a lot easier than I thought".

"Yeah", Nami said, "For once, we aren't actually suffering this time.

Pumyra nodded, as she resumed her work at hand.

"Hey Pumyra, you think we may accidentally find some treasure here?" Nami asked her.

"Probably. This does look like the right place for a treasure to be hidden".

"I know, right?" Nami then asked, "Have you ever found any hidden treasure in your lifetime?"

"Ummm…probably not", Pumyra replied, "I'm not much of a scavenger or treasure hunter myself. I'm more of a…medic".

"Cool".

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"She seems like a nice person to hang out with", Nami confesses, "It's great I'm making some new friends, instead of new enemies unlike Zoro and Sanji. Still though, I'm curious about more of her past. She seem kinda shy about her own past".

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( Back to the Bloody Bastard ).

Their team was still in the middle of their pest control job. Despite some feeling disgusted in doing the task at hand, the progress overall has been positive.

As the cart is now being filled up by dead pests.

"Okay hurry up and wrap it up", Mahiru announced, "We only have a few seconds until it is over".

"Bang! Bang! Bang!" Shoreleave splatter every pest he comes across with his two pistols, "Me one hundred. Ray, zero. That's how we do it in O.S.I".

He blew the smoke away from his gun and put them back into his holsters, "So are we done yet, captain? Because I like to show him off with how much kill I got".

"You do realize Ray isn't involved in the second round, right?" Lammy asked.

"Yeah I know that. I just like pretending he would be here. Probably missing every shot he makes and failing".

"Well we aren't done yet", Mahiru replied, "We still have a few more to get through. I just hope things go smoothly".

As the task continued at hand, Blue Pearl was efficient enough to slice down some pests with her spears without any of the task being bothersome.

Her expression remained blank, cutting down pest after pest, all a while Dust looked on.

"Wow, never knew she's a fighter", Dust remarked.

"I know", Fidget commented, "I actually thought she was just a shy ballerina".

They then took notice of Kris doing the exact same thing, only with a sword.

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"I think we have a good team right about now", Fidget remarked to Dust.

"You sure?"

"Yeah, I mean we've fighters, they fighters", Fidget told him, "This just makes our job much easier".

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"Hey Sanji, have you noticed someone is...missing?" Miko asked him, leaning near the cart.

"Missing? Missing who?" Sanji asked, stomping down the pest, "I don't see anyone missing".

"Strange? Because I'm pretty certain we are missing someone".

"Hey guys, what's going on here?" Mahiru asked them.

"I'm wondering if we are missing a competitor", Miko replied, "Because I don't know, but I'm feeling an uneasy mood that we are".

"Huh, now you mention it..." Sanji responded, feeling that mood as well.

Both of them were in the same position, as things felt a bit off right now.

Then a sudden realization hit Mahiru, "Oh my god".

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( Somewhere else in the cave ).

"Phew, seems like I got a huge body count", Zoro remarked at the remains of every dead pest laying around, "I sure do hope we win after this".

Then a realization struck him, as he looked around and noticed something off. His fellow comrades aren't in sight, nor can he hear anyone.

"Wait a second...where is everybody?"

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"You lost him?!" Mahiru asked Sanji, finding out that one of their members has been missing.

"What? You expect me to keep a close eye on him?" Sanji asked, "I'm not his pet owner, you know".

"Ha, looks like our potential team captain has failed us once again", Stan mocked.

"Didn't you fail us from the last challenge?" Lammy reminds him.

"SHUT UP!"

"This is bad, real bad. we can't go out without him", Mahiru told him, "We'll lose".

"Well what do you suppose we do about this?" 2D asked, "I'm pretty sure it'll take us a whole hour to search for him in this huge tunnel".

"I'll go look for him".

"Whoa, are you insane?" Tiff asked, "This entire tunnel is huge. It's going to take forever to search for him".

"I have to try. It is my sole responsibility as team captain", Mahiru said, "Well, potentially team captain".

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"Oh I see", Stan remarked, "Taking my advice and using that to her advantage. Well two can play that game".

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"You know, if you want", Stan asked, "I could come with you".

"Really?" She asked him.

"Yep, I'll come with you", Stan said, "Making sure you don't get lost as well".

"I don't know. This seems suspicious to me", Tiff said.

"Yeah I don't think you should trust this guy", Dust said.

"Come on, you can trust me", Stan promised.

Mahiru thought about this. On one hand, she might need company. On the other hand, she wants to prove that she can be a worthy leader, as well as wanting to help others in need.

Not to mention, she knew Stan enough at this point to not trust him, so she quickly declined his offer, "Uhh no, no thanks you. I think it's best I'll go look for him. You guys keep going and go on without me".

"Are you sure?" Miko asked, "We could come with you".

Mahiru shook her head, assuring them, "No, I'll be fine. It's more important for you guys to focus on the challenge. I'll be back in time, if I can".

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"Damn! So close!" Stan confesses, "But on the bright side of things, if she screws things up that would mean I would be a good candidate for leadership".

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After she departs she heads through one of the tunnels leading to somewhere else, believing she could find Zoro in there.

Granted, she wasn't sure if this tunnel would lead to her or not, but it was her best bet it would.

She kept walking, trying to call out his name, "Zoro?! Zoooooroooo! Where can he be?"

Her thoughts were filled with concern, as she kept going and going, feeling intense paranoia that someone is following her.

"I really hope he hadn't gone too far", She said to herself, "Then again, I really hope I didn't get lost. Probably should've thought this through. Still, why do I get the feeling I'm being followed?"

Just then, she heard a slithering noise coming behind her.

She turned and saw complete darkness from where she entered. There was a slithering noise coming from there, getting louder and louder.

At first, she thought it was the wind or likely, it could be Zoro.

However with closer hearing, she knew it wasn't human. She continues moving forward, trying to ignore the sound.

It got louder and louder, resulting in her moving more and more faster, feeling the tension of uneasiness, as it turns from walking to running.

The sound itself seemed to catch on that face, as it began to get extremely louder.

With every slithering getting closer and closer.

She ran for her life, having no idea what's chasing after her.

It felt like a whole hour had passed, but eventually she bumps into a figure, causing her to fall back down.

Before she could see who it was, she looked back and saw a tall pest. Only, the pest isn't entirely a blob. There were still some human forms in there with its head and torso standing out.

Suddenly, a flash of lights and shots were fired at the creature, being shot several times by the figure behind her.

Once the creature collapsed to the ground from all the bullets going through its body, she turned around with a stunned expression.

The figure is hard to see, but she can make out that the figure is wearing all black, wearing a mask that only exposes his mouth. He wears orange goggles and appears to be holding two revolvers.

The most defining feature is a signature or symbol on his chest, which resembles a blue, lobster claw.

The figure said nothing, as he simply backed away then turned around and left, disappearing in the darkness.

Mahiru was left there, completely speechless. She has no idea what she just encountered.

"What...did I encounter?" Mahiru got up, but before she could react, she then heard the same noise before.

She turns and sees that the creature is still up, readying to attack her.

But before she could react from her startelement, she heard a loud voice coming from behind the creature, "HELL HOUND!"

A magma fist penetrated the creature, causing it to gurgle and collapse to the ground, with Mahiru falling down by shock.

It was Akainu.

She wasn't sure to be relieved or terrified, as she didn't expect him to be here.

"Akainu...what are you doing here?" She asked him.

"Your team sent me to get you", Akainu responded, "Chris has ordered everyone to return. That means, you".

"Wait, the challenge is over?"

"Uh huh".

"Gosh, I must've been here too long", Mahiru then asked, "But what about Zoro?"

"GET GOING!"

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Outside, both teams manage to come out with their cart filled up with dead pests.

Chris came by, going toward the Cruel Stars first, then the Bloody Bastards.

The cart is full, a large pile stacked up from top to bottom.

"Impressive", Chris remarked, "Didn't think you guys would do it. Then again, you guys do seem tough".

"Why thank you", Jose replied, "You can thanks to my role as team captain".

Damian fake cough, "Liar".

"Anyways, moving on with the Bloody Bastards", Chris said, approaching them.

Their cart was...not filled up enough. Only barely reaching the edge.

It would appear to seem that some of the contestants knew about this and were a bit disappointed.

"Wow...sheesh, seems like you guys are having a literal bad day today", Chris remarked, "Say, where's the camera girl, lava dude, and sword dude?"

"Ummm Zoro got lost in one of the tunnels", Tiff explain, "So Mahiru volunteer to-"

"Let me handle it better at explaining here", Stan cuts in, "So essentially what happened is that clumsy dolt, Mahiru got herself lost in the tunnel. We try sending two of our bestest and strongest competitor-"

"Hey, that's not how it goes", Blue Pearl pointed out.

"Umm yes it is", Stan told her off, then explaining to Chris, "Ignore her. She really requires a new haircut, you know".

"I see", Chris said, "Well, that doesn't matter anyways because the Cruel Stars team won!"

This announcement sparked a small celebration and cheers among those teams, while the others remain incredibly disappointed by the lackluster tactics they did during their first challenge.

"Damn it! I was this close to wanting to know if those cafes include some popular gay guest", Shoreleave exclaimed.

"See you losers at the elimination ceremony", Chris informed, "Oh, and reminder Lindsey, make sure to choose your team captain".

"Seriously, how did we manage to gain such a low body count", Murderface wondered, "I could've sworn he had a big amount".

"Maybe we didn't try hard enough", Miko suggested.

"Or maybe, the pests themselves can turn invisible", 2D added.

"Ooooooh I don't feel so good", Mr. Frog utter, as much to everyone's surprise he began to vomit.

Not spit or slime, but puking out dozens and dozens of pests.

He kept doing this until they all stacked up together in a pile.

After he finished, he collapsed to the ground, breathing heavily. Before spitting out James' pistol".

"Well….that explains everything", Megumin remarked, "We probably should've inspected this a lot closer".

"Oh just f**king great!" Murderface yelled at him, "Do you have to literally eat everything?!"

"Heheheheh…sorry, heheheheheh".

Mahiru and Akainu arrive at the scene, much to some of the contestants' relief. Not so much with Akainu, but so much for Mahiru safety.

"Mahiru! Your back!" Tiff said.

"Yeah, we were totally worried about you", Sanji told her, "Oh, and also him as well".

"Yea, I'm totally alright guys", Mahiru replied, "So did we win?"

"Ummm does this look like we won!" Stan shouted at her.

"Whoa, what-what happened?" Mahiru asked.

"That stupid frog ate the pests", Tiff explained, "Which resulted in us losing, no thanks to him".

"That's terrible".

"And who's fault was that, Captain?" Stan asked her.

"You blaming me for this?"

"Your the one that's supposed to maintain control, young lady".

"I didn't know!"

"Didn't know. Ha! More like….cr*p, forgot what I was going to say. But anyways, the point is you suck at leading".

"Wait a minute you two" Miko asked, "I just realized, Mahiru have you found Zoro yet?"

"Oh, Uhhhhh…."

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Zoro is still seen walking through the tunnel, still carrying the pests on his back as he tries to look for his team.

He is seen exhausted, wondering to himself, "Cr*p, where the hell am I. I can't walk around in circle".

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At the nearby town, the Cruel Stars celebrate their victory at a cafe tavern in a small town that was near and below the hills that include the first challenge obstacle.

The town itself was nothing out of the ordinary. It resembles an old, European town, likely made around the 1600s.

Inside the cafe, everyone celebrated at a long, wooden table. Some were going crazy with their victory such as Bluehilda dancing on the table, Lightning kissing his bisect, and Mabel drinking a huge amount of soda.

Others relax, still acknowledging that nobody is going home.

"Hooray for us!" Mabel yelled, "Victory for the spoil!"

After she said that, she drank one more glass of soda, then collapsed on the floor, taking a snoring nap.

"Jesus, you weren't kidding, she goes rock hard at parties", Ryuko remarked to Wendy.

"Totally", Wendy replied, "Just be totally grateful there isn't any Smile dip in sight".

"Hey guys", Mako came by, holding two mugs of root beer, "I got some drinks for you. Want some?"

"Sure Mako, I'll have some", Wendy replied, taking some.

"No thanks. I would like to relax, that's all", Ryuko replied, refusing an offer.

"So Ryuko, sorry you didn't make it to the second round", Brendan said to her.

"It's fine. Totally need a break from all the messed up sh*t Chris has to put on us through. Can't wait for more after this".

"Can't really blame you", Robyn told her, "I mean, holy christ, your host is a lot worse compared to mine from that other show".

"Trust me, it gets worse".

"Still though, I applaud you for at least trying", Damian said, "Can't say the same with our captain. He just stands around, yelling at us".

"Hey, please tone down your hatred with the captain", Robyn told him, "Try to relax and enjoy the victory. I know he's not…perfect, but at least acknowledge we didn't lose because of him".

"I would but…nah".

Just then, Satsuki spoke up to Ryuko, in which none of them would expect, "Sister, I'm a bit disappointed about your action today. I actually expected you to be more skillful at this, considering your last season experience".

"Hey, take it easy on her, ok?" Brendan tries to justify and defend her, "It hasn't been too long since the finale. She is still a little worn out. Most of us are".

"I know, but please ensure that does not happen again. I don't want to see you get hurt, you know".

This put Ryuko in a new position. Something she didn't feel before, coming from her sister. It was like a sense of relief that despite their rivalry and less tolerance, Satsuki somewhat showed some level of concern.

Instead of a reply, she gave a nod and smile, "Right".

As for what's going on from the other side, Scott decided to make his move toward Frollo, "Heeeey Judge Frollo".

"What do you want from me?" Frollo asked.

"I seem to recall you trying to befriend that edgy girl, Ryuko".

"You notice?"

"Of course I notice. I'm not oblivious to what's going on, you know", Scott began, "Listen, I was wondering if you would like to join forces with me".

"You? Me? With a vermin like you? Never".

"Come on, it'll be great. Besides, I can tell you are struggling a bit here. Trying to make sure you stay low and try to be nice with everyone. Let me tell ya, I've been there".

"So why are you offering me to help you?"

"Because…..it's pretty obvious you and I are seen as obviously evil", Scott explained, "So I believe we should team up. That way, this could give us an advantage. What do you say?"

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"While I am grossed out by that child", Frollo confesses, "I must admit, I am desperate in need of some sort of help. Then again, I could use this to my advantage. Same with that Brendan child".

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"Everyone! I want to make an announcement", Jose raises his voice to get everyone's attention, "I just want to let everyone know that despite me having a temper issue. Despite me sometimes yelling at you guys and acting like a total jerk to everyone for no reason. I just want to say….that without me being Team Captain, I still wouldn't win. So yeah, cheer for me! Give all your thanks to me!"

"Sha-yeah! Sha-cheer for Sha-Jose!" Lightning yelled, holding up a mug and acting as if he's drunk. Likely still recovering from the brain damage, resulted from his fall, "Wooooohoooooo! Shabam!"

After he did that, he then collapsed to the ground. Just like Mabel, he too took a nap.

"Well that's enough excitement for me to deal with", Ryuko said, getting up, "I'm going to get some fresh air.

She headed out into an alleyway, all alone and breathing heavily.

Then all of a sudden, she heard footsteps coming from the darkness behind her in the ally.

She turned around and saw a child, dressed in a black cloak. He approaches her.

Assuming to be a lost child, Ryuko asked kindly, "Umm hi, are you lost, kid?"

"It seems I have finally found you".

"Huh?"

"My name is not important. I am a messenger bringing you a call".

"A call? What is this?"

The child proceeds to pull out a flat, disc-like device, as it reveals itself to be a hologram, projecting a blue silhouette of a figure.

She couldn't make out its features, other than it seems to have horns, is tall, seem to be wearing a coat, and is grinning at her.

"Why hello there… ", The figure spoke.

The mere mention of her name shook her. There are many thoughts running in her name. Like how does this mysterious person know her name? Who is this person? And What does it want?

"A sudden surprise, isn't it? Xaaahahahahahahaha!" The figure laughed, "I'll get to the point, my name is Simffuring. You may not know about my reputation, but I'm fully aware you know about the Black Hole mercenaries gang, don't you?"

"Wait what?"

"Sure you do, don't ya. Well I'm just calling because I heard my son got beaten up by one of your fellow. Someone who goes by the name of Reg".

"Hold up, you know him?"

"Know him? Of course I do! Long ago! Xaaaahahahahahahahaha! " He continues, "The mention of him surprises me, as I haven't seen him for a while, Xaaahahahahahaha! Anyways, I just want to inform you specifically because I particularly claim you, the boy, and those around them as responsible for my son's injury. And you know how much I hate seeing that sweet lad get bloody beaten".

"Hey! It's not our fault for your stupid son getting hurt. They were the one-"

"Now you listen here, child. I'm giving you two options. You and your friends could either meet up with me so we could settle this civilized or I'll come after you, especially that boy. What do you say, Xahahahahahahaha!"

Ryuko scowls, yelling back at him. Even though she knows full well enough about the danger unfolding; At the same time, she doesn't want to deal with it now. For the sake of herself and her friends, importantly, "Let me tell you something. I don't care what you want, I am not going to come for you!"

"Child, you realize how dangerous this is right? You don't want to mess with me, you know. Especially some of my kind".

"Well I don't care. Throw everything at me! But leave my friends out of this, understand?!"

There was a long pause at that moment.

The figure halted. His grin didn't show and Ryuko stood there, awaiting for a response.

After a long second of waiting, he finally replied. This time bringing out his grin again, "Alright then, that's fine by me. Just to let you know, I'm going to be a lot busy. So don't expect anything to happen from me. However, expect some unexpected turmoil to come in your way".

After he said that, the hologram dispersed. The child turned and walked off, disappearing in the darkness.

Ryuko stood there in silence. She already knew danger was unfolding later. There were a lot of things concerning her thoughts.

But instead of the coward of fear within her, she was fully determined for anything.

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Back on the train, everyone from the Blood Bastards gather there to discuss the main topic at hand. That being, the right chosen for the position in power of team captain.

These include Mahiru, Stan Smith, and Hades.

All gather at the long table in the lounging room, with Lindsey sitting right in the front.

"Okay Lindsey", Hades announced for her, "Lindsey girl, Lindsey spectacular, Lindsey totally going to pick me. Have you finally made up your decision?"

"My, this is really making me nervous", Mahiru told herself.

"Just keep your composure", Tiff told her.

"Please pick me, please pick me, please f**king pick me", Stan thought.

"After thinking this through", Lindsey begins, "I have decided to pick Maddie to be our team captain!"

"Wait, you mean Mahiru right?" Dust asked.

"Oh…yeah, I totally mean that".

Everyone congrats on her being selected, while Stan Smith stood there, completely not happy about this.

"Welp, my entire plan has been foiled", Stan said, turning his attention to Brick, "Say cadet, let me ask you something. Are you always loyal to your fellow man?"

"Yes sir".

"Then how about being my second in command".

"Gosh really?"

"That's right".

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"Ok, so I didn't make it in", Stan Smith confessed, "But that doesn't stop me from still trying. Let's just say from now on, I'm going to resort to more….drastic measure".

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"WHAAAAT!" Hades engulf into flames until calmed himself down and composed himself again, then he asked Lindsey, "Lindsey, Lindsey, come on. You chose her? What's with that?"

"I have already made up my decision", Lindsey told him, "Mahiru will be our team captain and that's final".

"Ooooooh take that! Lord of the Underworld", Miko taunt, "Looks like you just got bur-"

Before she could finish, Hades glanced at her with a firing eye, making her stop out of fear.

"Okay I'll stop".

"But seriously?" Hades continued with Lindsey, "You going to pick her? The camera girl? Like what is so special about her? All she did was simply order us around and stuff. I mean, I could say she literally cost us the second challenge".

"True, but her priority is about the challenge, not her own personal gain".

"Oh, and she at least tries to help", Zoro replied, finally being reunited with the team, "It took a full night to get out, you know".

"Surprise you haven't gone mad from staying in that tunnel so long", Lammy commented.

"Eh, I have a strong brain. Much more durable than Sanji".

"Keep it together, Sanji", Sanji thought, "Save the burst out for later".

"Okay, okay, fine", Hades said, "So she seems perfect. That's totally fine".

"Wow, I'm really glad you are finally being okay with-" Before she could finish, Hades continued.

"-But what about second in command, huh? Ever thought of that?"

"Second in command?"

"Yeah I mean, every leader needs a second in command, right? I mean, you can't always just screw around without someone needing to stop you. Like think about it, who's going to take over, if our team captain isn't available".

"Hmmm, I guess I'll pick Yamcha".

"Wait, me?" Yamcha asked, surprised by that choice.

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"Okay I'm going to be fairly honest", Yamcha confessed, "I've never actually thought of myself as a leader type. It's sweet and awesome that someone appreciates my skill level, but I don't think I'm capable of leading, alright. I can fight, for sure but leading?"

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"Really?" Hades asked, moving toward him, "You going to pick the literal first failure from the first challenge?"

"Hey I'm no failure", Yamcha replied back, "That was a freak accident".

"Oh yeah? Tell me, what's your best quality?"

"Uhhh…..ummm…..I….I have my Wolf Fang attack and…..mmmmm I'm good at baseball".

"Yeeeeaaah, see what I meant?"

"You know, Lindsey", Mahiru cuts in, "If I may suggest, how about picking someone more intelligent. No offense to Yamcha".

"That's a good idea", Lindsey said, "I pick Silver".

Silver spit out after taking a drink of his mug, completely put off guard by the mention of his name, "Wait maty? Your chose me to be the second in command?"

"That's right", Lindsey replied, "Since I figure that your a space pirate, I figure you probably know a thing or two about leading, right?"

"Uhhh yeah? That's right", Silver replied, "Didn't expect you to pick someone like me".

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"Going from pirate captain to second in command", Silver chuckled, "Now there is some irony right there".

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"Oh come on!" Hades asked, "Him? A pirate? You assume a pirate will be a good second in command?!" Are you SERIOUS WITH ME RIGHT NOW!"

"Hades, that's enough", Mahiru told him, "She already made up her mind so we don't need to continue this any further. Now elimination is coming soon so we need to wrap this up here".

Tiff: "That's true".

Sanji: "Totally".

Loona: "I'm really getting a bit tired from this, honestly".

Owen: "Am I the only one feeling hungry right now?"

Hades stood there, huffing. He realized he lost his second chance of leading the team. He was going to burst into flames and engulf the entire room to fire, but he soon pulled back his anger, acting casual and telling all of them, "Alright, I'm totally cool. Totally cool. Totally…cool with this. If you need me, I'll be at the confessional room".

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"IIIIIIIIIDDDDDDIIIIIIIOOOOOOOTS!" He exclaimed, nursing into flames, screaming, "That…numbskull! Okay, okay, so I didn't get in. That's fine. Because now, I'm going forward with my backup plan. Alliance time!"

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"This is amazing", Mahiru confesses, "I was worried I wasn't going to get picked, due to what happened from the last challenge. But now that I'm captain, I'm going to have to man up and make sure my team doesn't lose".

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At the elimination area, the Bloody Bastards gather there as Chris stands in front of the stand.

"Welcome to your first elimination night", Chris announced, "Where the losers get to stay, while the bigger loser gets to go home. Each of you will be given Cinnamon buns. Whoever gets one, get to stay. As for those who don't…well, you get to leave through the Portal of shame!"

Chris pointed at the door, opening up to reveal a black and white swirl rip.

"Now I would usually go through a rundown on who's safe and who isn't…but that would be too long so I'll just say who isn't safe. Zoro and Mr. Frog".

Mr. Frog gave off a worried face, while Zoro sat there without any concern.

"Mr. Frog, you're here because you decided to eat all of the pest when it is stated not to", Chris Mclean explained, "Not to mention, you swallow James gun".

"Uhhhh…that was…uhh….that was a complete accident", Mr. Frog confessed.

"And Zoro", He continues, "Your here because you got lost in the tunnels. Like, seriously. How did you manage to get lost?"

"Hey don't blame me. I was-"

"Zip it!" Chris said, "Anyways, the loser who's going home today is…..

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"Oh god, f**king damn it", Mr. Frog exclaimed.

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"Zoro was too useful to be voted off", Mahiru confessed, "So we decided to vote off Mr. Frog. I mean, no offense to him but there is just something creepy about him. Not to mention, he did somewhat cost us a loss so there's that".

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"So got any last words before you depart?" Chris asked him.

Before Mr. Frog enter through the portal door, he turned and saw one last word to his fellow competitor, "Ok ummm…I just want to say ummmmm…f**k you and f**k all of you. I hope you all die in hell and I hope all of you were never born. So yeah, f**k off".

The reactions from the contestants weren't anything surprising, as none of them show any remorse or seem to care for the Frog fellow.

After he finished, he finally left through the portal, disappearing out of sight.

"Well that was an inspiring speech", Chris said, turning toward the camera, "Looks like we have a great start to this brand new season. Who will remain and continue to endure the action? And who will be the next to be eliminated out of this game? Found out next time on TOTAL! DRAMA!-"

Suddenly, an interruption has halted his line, as someone crashes down above.

Startling some, as the person coming out of the parachute net is none other than Courtney.

"Courtney! Your here", Chris said, "For some reason".

"Yes well, I would've arrived, if you hadn't left!"

"Wait, you know this girl?" Sanji asked the host.

"She's….one of the original cast".

"That's right, and I came here because I signed a new contract", She claimed, pulling out the sheets of paper and giving it to him.

"A new contract you say?" Chris asked.

"Yes. Which means, I'm allowed to be back. And this time, on my own terms. These include all sets of them listed in there. Thanks to one of your producers, though".

"Uh huh", Chris said, after reading the new contract that was made by his producers, he then proceeded to toss it out, "Welp, that's great to hear. We totally need a lot more interns on this train, so good for you".

"Yes why-wait, what? Intern?" Courtney asked, as Red eye came behind her and grabbed her by the arms, "But I signed the contract! I'm supposed to compete again!"

"True, but you didn't specify what you are returning as. You didn't even fill out the tiny check box", Chris replied, "Meaning, I can decide what you will be, and that is an intern!"

"No! This is totally unfair! Please, let me re-negotiate or something!" Courtney shouted, being carried away by Red eye.

"Heheh, should've read it more closely", Chris resumed, "Anyways, TRAINWRECK EXPRESS!"

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The end...for the second chapter ( Or third, if you acknowledge the update chapter ).

Man, was this a hard one to write. Probably should not have gone forward with the huge cast but oh well. What did you expect? But anyways, this was still fun to write. I hope everyone enjoys it. Granted, there were some contestants that didn't get much screen time or just pop out of nowhere.

But I tried my best. Try my very best to focus on more of the important stuff that will happen later on.

For example, Mahiru has finally been selected as team captain. Yay, probably betting everyone saw that one coming. Another thing to note is we get to see new alliances and new friendships popping up. Not to mention, new rivalry.

Plus, there's also that mysterious figure who appears in the tunnel. Will he be important later on? And who is he anyways? That's up to you guys to guess.

So anyways, what will happen next? Well, to give you guys a small preview, the next challenge will be our first challenge based on a popular show. And this show is called Squid Game. Yep, expect the cast having to endure such wonderful obstacles, which includes red light, green light, the cookie challenge, and the glass breaking. Only this time, it's Chris Mclean edition, and you all know how Chris handles these types of challenges.

Hopefully the next chapter isn't going to be much longer like this one.

And while that would be fun, we need to go through some...things first. As there's going to be our first bonus chapter coming soon.

So anyways, keep staying tuned. If anyone has a challenge idea, send it through PM or review. Good bye, and see ya soon. Oh, and Happy New Year everyone.