A Total Drama Story

Total Drama World Tour and I

Sand Duns, Rivers, and Gators! Oh My!

Chapter 3

~Last Time On TDWT~

The first challenge had commenced down in Egypt. The contestants had to either go through or over a pyramid while using teamwork and guidance. Most got the challenge done quickly, some took the time to argue about their past lives, and others encountered dangerous obstacles that stood in their way.

Gwen and Becky had a run in with some mummies who almost devoured their flesh; if not for a certain secret platypus agent who came crashing down at the right moment then the pair would be goners. Teams of three were formed, names chosen, and now part two of the challenge shall commence. Time to find out what Chris has in stored for everyone. Hopefully things were get better for some of the contestants but nobody is ever in control.

These are the team names chosen

Team 1= Team Radical Sports

Team 2= Team Music Strikers

Team 3= Team Crystal Platypus

Now on with the show~!

~Normal POV~

After the teams came up with their names they stood on their team circle. Each circle had a color theme and picture in the center to show the team symbol.

Team 1= Sky blue and green colors with a football and two baseball bats in the middle

Team 2= Violet colors with black music notes in the middle

Team 3= Purple and teal colors with a shiny platypus in the middle

With the teams formed Chris could explain the next part of the challenge. He began by having his interns bring out camels to the teams. Saying there would be a camel race from their location to the Great Nile River. Using a map given to each team, one person would be in front as the navigator. Leading everyone else to the river. Once they reached the river teams would have to build a boat out of reeds to sail over to the other side. It was definitely going to be a challenge.

Chris explained that the only way anyone would get through this in one piece was by working together, or by using the maps. He couldn't care less about how the contestants got through the challenge so long as they did it. This challenge is an important matter as SAT's or getting into a good college. Well maybe that's over exaggerating but it's serious; if these guys didn't do the challenge, they'd be disqualified from the show. Can't take that lightly. Before he sent the contestants off, Chris had one final word of advice to give.

"Stay focused on where you're going. The sooner you get to the river the better. The desert heat can play tricks on your mind if you stay out there to long. So please, for your own sake, don't stay out there any longer than you should."

With that said he sent the cast off to pick a camel, get on, and get going once everybody on their team was set. It was best if the teams stayed together so that way no one would get lost or left behind. Since there were an odd number of camels, some people were going to have to share a camel with another person. As soon as everyone was seated the challenge had officially begun. One by one everybody was taking off into the desert region. Their minds focused on finding the river and working fast to complete the challenge before another team had the chance. Each team was working their way to get to the front. Right now, Team Music Strikers were in the lead thanks to the help of Alejandro's leadership skills.

"Stay on target amigo's this challenge is ours for the taking!" He said aloud. "I know we can do this if we stick together as a team. With each other's help we'll reach the river in no time. Our skills are what make us an unstoppable team. Together we can accomplish anything. Now who's with me?"

The team cheered and shouted with glee.

"Wow, he's such a good leader." Owen said.

"And good at making a speech that motivates a crowd." Trent added.

~Alejandro's Confession~

"I find that being a leader takes great dedication, confidence, and intelligence. Not everyone is qualified to be one unlike myself. *hand to his chest* The only way to lead a team to victory is by believing in yourself, speaking from the heart, and throwing out some convincing compliments. These fools will believe anything if you make it sound convincing. *evil chuckle*

~Confession Over~

Right behind them was Team Radical Sports. They were coming in close to Team Music Strikers by a couple feet, say a good ten feet away. They would have gotten closer but unfortunately Leshawna's weight was weighing down the camel her and Harold were riding. It did throw them back from where the rest of their teammates were but not by much. The rest of their team went at a steady pace so the pair could catch up.

"This camel isn't going as fast as I'd like it to go for us." Harold said. "Come on boy we need to speed things up like the Flash, Quicksilver, even Superman."

"Honey it's not the camel's fault it's my big weight that's dragging him down." Leshawna said sadly, looking at her body.

"Don't say that about yourself Leshawna, I find you attractive no matter what you weight." Harold honestly told her taking her hand.

"Aw Harold...*blush*"

~Harold's Confession~

"I hate it when people are so negative about their bodies. It doesn't matter how you look or how much you weigh. What's important is how you feel about yourself. We're all the same on the inside. We're all beautiful inside and out. I say screw the haters. They're just blind and jealous of one's beauty. *crosses his arms, eyes closed, head held high* That's why I find Leshawna beautiful and that's the truth."

~Confession Over~

While those two were getting passionate with one another, everyone else had other things in mind. In the way back, about Ten-fifteen feet away were the Crystal Platypuses. Why they were lagging behind was because of Courtney and Heather. The two were complaining and nagging about who should take charge of the team because every team needs a leader. They bickered about who had the most experience, skills, and qualities to lead the team. Both of them making debating argument said over why they should be leader. Yet all these two cared about was being in charge, bossing everyone around, and trying to win each challenge.

~Heather's Confession~

"I clearly make the better leader but Courtney has to be a bitch and compete against me. The girl who get's whatever she wants under any means possible. The girl who can manipulate people to do whatever she wants. The girl who almost won the first season of this pathetic show if not for Lindsey's stupid dare to have my head shaved. Anyway, if Courtney wants a fight, then I'll give her a war."

~Confession Over~

~Courtney's Confession~

"Heather thinks that just because she has these certain qualities to lead doesn't make her a team leader. I mean how the hell did she make it to the final three in the first season?! The girl's got a heart as black as her soul! And people call me a heartless bitch. Well that's all going to change once I prove my leadership skills and get rid of both Heather and Becky. But to do that I'll need to work out a plan, lure them in, then when they least expect it...BAM! *slams her fist into her palm* Goodbye competition. Hello million dollars and Duncan."

~Confession Over~

They didn't seem to notice that they were behind everyone else until it was pointed out to them by Gwen.

"Um I hate to interrupt but we need to move a bit faster if we're going to catch up with the others."

And it was at that point Courtney and Heather turned their focus on hurrying to the front. After that little fiasco, Team Crystal Platypuses were moving like a train, full speed ahead. Passing by Team Radical Sports up right next to Team Music Strikers. It came as a surprise when the other team noticed the girl's and Cody coming neck and neck with them. They were really pulling their weight in this challenge. They had gotten their camels to go the distance. Probably wouldn't be long before Team Crystal Platypus passed the others. As both teams were currently at the same pace on their camels, conversation was struck up.

"Ah hello ladies, Cody, pleasure to see that you made it up here." Alejandro said.

"Whatever, why do you even care?" Heather asked. "We're on opposite teams not to mention we don't talk to the enemy."

"Enemy? I'm wounded Heather, your words hurt my fragile heart." He said dramatically holding a hand to his heart.

"Whatever, your little drama act isn't fooling me. Make yourself useful and both someone else." Heather told him.

"Very well I shall comply to your request." He said turning his attention to the other girls. "How are you four lovely ladies doing? I'm sure by how hard you worked to catch us to my team you must be doing good."

"Let's not forget about the leadership I am providing our team." Courtney threw out.

"You providing leadership? As if!" Heather said when she heard this.

Then the two began yet another heated argument. Does it ever end? Can't say I know for sure but what I do know is leaving these two in a locked room by themselves is probably not such a great idea.

"*sigh* Here we go again..." Gwen said shaking her head.

"I don't understand why it's so important to have a leader right now. Can't we all just work together then decide later when we're not busy?" Cody said to himself aloud.

"Unfortunately Cody, things can't always work that way. Especially with those two in their heated cat fight." Becky replied. "*sigh* Maybe its the heat getting to them? I don't know but the sooner we find the river the better. Cme on team we have to stay focused."

"Words spoken from a breathtaking beauty such as yourself." Came Alejandro's voice surprising Becky.

"Uh thanks I think." She replied looking away unease; she was hoping she wouldn't be flirted with anyone other then Duncan. From the look she could make on his face he wasn't pleased with Alejandro flirting with her.

"Hey Alejandro focus here, do you even know where we're going?" Duncan asked gaining Alejandro's attention.

"Of course amigo, all we have to do is continue going this way, for now. We need to keep our eyes opened for any signs of water." Alejandro explained sounding sure of himself. "After all I have a clear sense of direction. Trust me we'll be at the Nile soon enough."

"Yeah well just keep your eyes on what's important and not my girlfriend." Duncan said in a serious tone.

"You have nothing to fear Duncan, I was just complimenting your lovely Chica on what she said." Alejandro said in defense.

"Even so back off." Duncan warned him. "Last guy who flirted with her got what was coming to him. Trust me when I tell you to leave her alone, got it?"

"Crystal clear Duncan you will not have anymore problems with me." Alejandro replied making a crossing heart gesture on his chest.

Duncan didn't believe nor did he trust a word Alejandro said, but he went along with it nodding his head in approval. He would be keeping a close eye on Alejandro.

~Duncan's Confession~

"I don't trust Alejandro, the guy's like a male version of Heather only he's got this whole darker vibe around him. Even looking in his eyes you can see this dark fire burning with a passion for cruelty and trouble. I'm keeping my eyes on this guy. Especially around Becky."

~Confession Over~

Besides Courtney and Heather bickering away in back the rest of the camel ride was silent. A few noises such as coughing and sneezing were made but no words were spoken. At least not until Noah spotted something on the right hand side. Something that had a sparkling effect when the sunlight hit it. Moving at a slow current pace making the waves go up and down in a gentle rocking motion. It was the Nile River and it wasn't far from where they were now.

"Over there! The Nile River is that way people!" He said pointing his hand at the river.

"Finally! Come on team follow me!" Cried out Heather.

"No, follow me!" Cried out Courtney.

"Hey I'm a better leader than you'll ever be Ms. Smartass!" Heather said telling her off.

"*gasp* Smartass?! Smartass?! Why you're nothing more than worthless scum!"

"Well you're a deadbeat gasbag dickhead!"

"You're a disgusting pig!"

"You're a louse!"

"You're a-"

"STOP IT! STOP IT! I CAN'T TAKE HEARING YOU TWO ARGUE ANYMORE! CAN'T YOU BOTH JUST GET ALONG AND SHUT UP?!" Cried out Becky covering her ears, shaking her head, clearly upset and annoyed with the girl's.

Everybody, including the camels, stopped what they were doing when they heard Becky's cry. Jaws were hanging low in shock. Nobody knew Becky could get so upset let alone scream like that.

~Becky's Confession~

"I don't like to be mean to others. Nor do I enjoy screaming unless I'm at a concert. It's just Courtney and Heather's arguing was going a bit to far. I had to get their attention so I did the first thing that came to mind and yelling was it. I just hope they're not mad at me for doing it, but I couldn't stand hearing anymore cursing."

~Confession Over~

Took a couple seconds before everyone started to regain themselves. That scream had quite the affect on them. Almost similar to a person being scared into a sudden state of shock. Like the famous 'Scream' painting. Frozen in a state of shock for all to view. In Becky's case it was a similar scenario just slightly different. The silence was a bit nerve wreaking because Becky had no idea what to do or say. She thought about saying something to draw their attention but it was to awkward. Luckily for her; Harold spoke up saying Becky's sudden outburst was either the craziest or courageous thing he'd ever seen. And he'd seen Leshawna's cheerleading and cheer last season.

Becky began apologizing for her actions to Courtney and Heather. Though Gwen told her she had no reason to apologize to those two. They were being loud and obnoxious getting on everyone's nerves so if they didn't shut up themselves then someone had to step in to do it. Now that the bickering big mouths were quiet, they could focus on getting to the Nile to get a head start on building a boat to cross the river. Making haste Gwen told her team to follow her, gave her camel a good giddy up sending him taking off ahead of everyone else. Course seeing Gwen taking off got everyone else going off. Soon camels were speeding off catching up with Gwen too the Nile. It was The Great Camel Race.

Everyone was focused on getting to the Nile to build their teams boat too cross the river and win the challenge. Unaware if this was an award challenge or not the contestants knew they had to get themselves and their whole team to the other side of the river. First team too reach the other side would be safe and gain immediate access to First Class. One by one camels ran through the desert region and over sand dunes on their way to the river. The heat of the wasteland was dreadful but the cool breeze that hit the contestants faces as they dashed through was a relief. Thanks to the camels each team was coming neck and neck down to the river. Now the teams did not have the camels stop directly by the river. They stopped a good ten feet from the river to allow space to get off and move and work. Each team stopped in a different spot near the river taking a different corner as they set off to work on the boat(s).

Working together or attempting to do so the teams collected reeds then tried tying a bunch together. It was similar to building a raft from scratch; out of different building material(s). There wasn't tons of material(s) to work with besides the reeds. Making building a boat quite the challenge for the contestants. Luckily; Chris and Chef came up to them down the river on a jet ski with a trunk of materials on a trailer attached to the jet ski.

"Hey, hey, hey my fellow competitors. Great work getting to the Nile River; now that you're making your team boats, you'll need some extra materials in binding and keeping your boat together. So Chef and I brought you all some stuff you might find useful with your project(s)." Chris explained a loud. "Take what you need and get those boats in the water."

Some of the contestants went up, gathering necessary supplies for their boats. Working and building and supporting the structure making sure it could support the weight of each team. Unless they wanted to sink or swim to the other side. Working together (at least some of them) the teams were making progress with the boats. Some directed the project, like Alejandro and Harold. Courtney and Heather tried directing for their team, but talking at the same time about their own ideas confused the others. Luckily, Sierra knew how to weave making this project look like child's play.

~Sierra's Confession~

"I come from a long line of basket weavers. Sixth generation to be exact. So building a boat is as easy as riding a bike. (flashes a big smile for the camera)"

~Confession Over~

Thanks to Sierra's weaving skills Team Crystal Platypus' boat was speeding off with progress. With the speed she was going, Crystal Platypus would take off in mere moments. Alejandro took notice of their progress and got concerned. If they finished their boat first they'd have a head start in winning. Thinking quickly he strolled over to them. This alerted Duncan who noticed this and got suspicious. Watching carefully, he observed Alejandro. He watched him look over Team Crystal Platypus' boat. He seemed quite interested in it. Duncan had a feeling that he was more than just interested in the boat. So he handed his work over to Trent and walked over.

"I must say your boat is coming along quite nicely ladies, Cody." Said Alejandro looking the boat over.

"Say what you want but we're still going to kick your ass." Heather told him.

"Confident in ourselves are we?" Said Alejandro.

"Yes, and determined to beat you and your team." She replied.

"Really, are you sure about that?" He asked standing close to the boat. With his hands behind his back, Alejandro undid the knot Cody made to hold the main part of the boat. Which cased things to unravel and fall apart; however, Duncan saw what Alejandro was doing and stepped in to stop him from sabotaging the boat any further.

"There you are Alejandro." Said Duncan putting a hand on Alejandro's shoulder. "We're in dire need of your assistance. I'm afraid Owen might get mixed up with tying the boat and his shoes. Now he's stuck to the boat."

"What? Very well, good luck ladies, Cody." Said Alejandro walking back to his team.

"What the he'll was that all about?" Said Heather crossed armed.

"Pretty boy was sabotaging your boat, look." Duncan pointed out showing the now collapsed mess.

"Hey that's not fair! He's got no right trying to undo the work we did!" Sierra cried out clearly upset.

"It's okay Sierra, we'll just redo it. We still got time and everybody else isn't even close to where we are." Cody told her.

"Hm...I guess you're right. I just wished Alejandro didn't sabotage our hard work." She replied.

"Don't give up yet Sierra. We can fix this mess if we work together." Becky encouraged her. "Come on, we can still get our boat in the water if we hurry."

"Hey whose leading the team here? You or me?" Said a rather unsatisfied Courtney.

"I wasn't leading Courtney, just providing encouragement and positive reinforcement." Replied Becky in defense. "Now you and I both know we have to work as a team if we're going to win this challenge. Though even if we don't we're safe from elimination."

"Listen you boyfriend stealer if you think I'm going to listen to you you're so wrong." Courtney said to Becky.

"Back off Courtney, at least she's trying to help the team out." Said Duncan defending Becky. "If anything she should be team leader because she cares more about her team then you or Heather do."

"I beg your pardon! What makes her a capable leader?! I happen to be a former CIT remember?" Courtney ran off.

The two went off with their argument leaving Becky to help the rest of her teammates with the boat.

~Later~

The boats were completed, ready to sail across the Nile River. With a heavy push everybody on all three teams got their boats into the river, hurried aboard, took off and began the race. Just as soon as they started the chime bell went off. Indicating it was time for the contestants too sing.

"IIIIIttttt's song time~!" Chris said a loud from the jet ski thanks to the use of a megaphone in his possession.

"Do we really have to sing another song? Wasn't twice enough?" Complained Heather.

"Now, now, there's no telling when you'll have to sing so be prepared to sing when you hear the bell; or be prepared to go straight home." Chris replied. "Besides this is the last song of the day. You guys won't have to sing another one until we reach our next destination. By the way, that last song was just the theme music for Perry the Platypus. Now quit your complaining and start singing."

(Note: I'll either be using songs from the TDWT show, songs made by other artists who will be given credit, or I'll try making up my own songs. I apologize in advance if the songs I make up suck. I'm not a musician, I'm a writer and an artist.)

Becky: Hey hey. Sailing across the river, in a boat made of reeds~!

Courtney: It's really annoying!

Heather: Especially in this heat!

Geoff: Oh yeaah!

Lindsey: How long do we have to row?!

Harold: Just until we reach the shore! If we get there last then it's goodbye to First Class!

Ezekiel: Nooo!

Trent: We're sailing across~!

Everyone: Sailing across! Sailing across!

Trent: Sailing across the Nile River~!

DJ: Sailing across!

Everybody: Sailing across! Sailing across!

DJ: Cause I sure can't swim it!

Cody: Yeah we're sailing across~!

Everybody: Sailing across! Sailing across! Across the Nile River!

Sierra: Till the Platypuses (holds note)

All of Crystal Platypuses: Wiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiin~!

"Congratulations to Team Crystal Platypus for winning the first challenge!" Chris explained as the girl's and Cody cheered. "Good work everyone and like I said nobody's going to be going home today. Since it's an award challenge."

"Well how come they won eh? They're just a bunch of girl's with one boy. That's not fair eh." Complained Ezekiel causing the girl's to stop their cheering to look at him.

"Dude I'd watch what I was saying if I were you." Geoff told him.

"But it's the truth eh." Ezekiel replied. "Girl's just aren't that strong or smart eh."

Now he was getting all the girl's attention.

"Did he just insult us?" Asked Lindsey.

"Mmhm, I think he did." Said Leshawna crossing her arms.

"It's not an insult if it's the truth eh. Girl's just are not capable of doing things us guys can do eh. My dad always tells me to help out the girl's; and to always be honest with them eh."

"Hey we are as capable of doing anything guys can do." Bridgette said clearly upset with what she was hearing.

"Yeah, and girl's have accomplished more things then a guy. No offence boys." Becky said not wanting to offend the boys but they understood so it was cool.

"I still don't see how we lost eh." Said Zeke.

"Well unfortunately the Platypus' won the race and since your team came in last place...somebody's going home." Said Chris earning disappointing noises from the Radical Sports team.

As soon as everyone returned to the plane it was time for the voting to begin in the Peanut Gallery. Each member of the Radical Sports cast their vote then sat down on the bench. Awaiting Chris to tally up the votes. It didn't take him long before he began passing out the peanut bags. One by one he called a name and passed a bag.

DJ.

Leshawna.

Bridgette.

Geoff.

Harold.

One bag of peanuts left.

Two people still waiting to hear their name.

Taking a deep breathe Chris said the final name.

Lindsey.

That was something Ezekiel had not seen coming. He started to complain a tad bit about how he was voted off first once again and that he wasn't ready to leave the competition. And so Ezekiel was dragged (literally) by Chef to a jeep that would take Zeke to a plane that would take him home. With Ezekiel gone there would be peace and quiet throughout the plane.

"Well that's dealt with. Again congratulations everyone, team Crystal Platypus you'll be getting the First Class treatment while we head for our next location. Everyone else will be relaxing in Coach." Chris explained. "Where are we going next? What will we have to do? Will anyone have to go home? Tune in next time to find out, on Total. Drama. World Tour!"

Chapter Over

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