"Welcome back to TOTAL DRAMA ACTION! Last episode we watched as the campers went back in time and boogied down in our teen beach themed challenges! Once again the Costumers lost in brutal fashion, along with a pitiful performance by the Gaffers. In a not so shocking twist of fate Chase was sent home, after being overall insufferable to his team, and his overall denseness. Meanwhile on the Gaffers it was a war between strategist Devante and chill Zee. Although the initial target was Zee, thanks to Beardo a blindside was in the works against Devante that ultimately fell flat on its face when Carson and Jaiden ultimately chose loyalty to Devante. Twenty are left, who will go home on this episode of TOTAL DRAMA ACTION!"

Theme Song

The camera focuses on the female bathroom for a moment before the door suddenly slams open. "ADIOS TO YOU STUPID CHASE! OH YEAH! CHASE IS GONE! CHASE IS GONE! C TO THE H TO THE A TO THE S TO THE E IS GONE! CHASE IS GONE GONE GONE!" Emma loudly belted. She started to dance along to a beat only she could hear when Raihan walked up to her. "Sorry."

"You seem happy," Raihan smiled.

"Yep, my GOOD FOR NOTHING CLICKBAIT ADDICT OF AN EX BOYFRIEND IS GONE! SO LONG, FAREWELL, AND PAALAM YOU DIRTBAG!" Screamed Emma.

"I can only hope I live to celebrate other people getting eliminated," Raihan mused. "Are you still going to dance in the doorway? I've got several steps in my morning routine that take five minutes each."

"Oh, sorry," Emma awkwardly said. "Good luck in the challenge."

"Yeah, thanks," Raihan smiled.

Confessional, Raihan

At least Emma is a nice blonde girl. Still wish Anne Maria was here though.

Confessional, Emma

HE'S GONE! HE'S GONE! GONE GONE GONE! BYE BYE CHASE!

Confessional, Chris

I know I said everyone had a toilet and sink in their trailers. But they still have to walk that half a mile for the shower HAHA!

"You got a little pep in your step this morning," Jaiden observed, as she and Devante walked to the Craft Services Tent. Devante was noticeably happy with a smile on his face and a small bounce as he walked.

"We voted out a liability, and I'm still here. What can I say, it was a good ceremony," Devante exclaimed, clasping his hands together.

"I don't think we should be calling Zee a liability. It's a little rude."

"He's gone, what does it matter? Not like he can say anything now," Devante replied with a shrug.

"I just think it's rather insensitive to speak ill of someone like that," Jaiden replied, walking a step or two behind Devante now, staring a hole into the back of his head.

"Whether it's mean or not, it's the truth at the end of the day, and like I said he's not here anymore anyways. Just gotta keep it moving!" Devante exclaimed, walking off as Jaiden stood alone dumbstruck.

Confessional, Jaiden

We made the wrong choice.

Confessional, Devante

A successful vote, which means I can chillax and do nothing as Beardo shall be following right out in that trashy limousine.

The camera switched to inside the Craft Services Tent where Tem was standing in line waiting for her food. Raihan walked into frame, looking around unaware of where she was, she bumped into Tem, knocking her over.

"Oh my god I am so sorry, I didn't mean to bump into you like that," Raihan exclaimed, reaching down to help Tem up.

"It's alright," Tem replied, grabbing her hand and pulling herself up. "We've all had our moments. How is everything?"

"Could be better. Sugar is basically tormenting me whenever the guys aren't around. It's really really annoying."

"I could imagine. And the boys won't do anything?"

"Wayne and Devin are too focused on challenges to care, and Justin tries to get Sugar to back off but she just doesn't seem to listen ever."

"That's awful. I remember in my season, Scarlett was absolutely insufferable to deal with, and not many people seemed to care, so I totally feel your pain."

"I appreciate the sympathy. What I could really use are some allies though."

"If you make it off of that team, I'll see what I can do. But there really isn't much I can do while we're in these current teams."

"I get it, don't worry. I appreciate you chatting with me, and trying to help!"

"Of course!"

Confessional, Tem

Raihan is fun, I hope she survives the wrath that is Sugar over there. As much as I'd love to help, that team is none of my business. Not my circus not my monkeys

Confessional, Raihan

Why did I have to be on this team… any other team would have been better

"I am still just in awe that we're all back here!" Ella exclaimed, as she, Shawn, and Courtney were walking together to the Craft Services Tent.

"I know. I'm glad we got given a second shot, especially since there were so many of us on that season," Courtney replied.

"I still miss my tree though…" Shawn added, earning a glare from Courtney. "But the trailer is nice too!"

"I know it's mostly newbies getting eliminated. But are you guys worried that we could get targeted?' Courtney asked.

"I don't know. I'd like to think us three are fairly well liked," Ella mused.

"I'd be more worried about the returnees targeting each other. I mean we know Sugar and Anne Maria were fighting not even a day in," Shawn added.

"True. But I think that's mostly a Sugar problem," Courtney deadpanned.

"We won't know until we get there. Besides, it's not like any of us made a deep run on Island anyways, we only have so much of an advantage," Shawn said.

"Yeah…" Ella said, grabbing her arm looking down towards the ground.

"Yeah, you're right Shawn. At a certain point whatever upperhand we have won't exist anymore," Courtney concurred.

Confessional, Courtney

In some other distant universe, I probably hate my time on that island, but I think it actually made me a better person for what it's worth.

Confessional, Ella

Talking to Shawn and Courtney about our first season is really nice, I am a bit sad I didn't make it further so I could share similar experiences, but I am grateful for my second opportunity!

"Heyyyy Angelo, what's up!?" Carmen exclaimed, strutting up the theater boy.

"Oh uh… hey Carmen," Angelo replied, giving the latina a sheepish wave.

"What're you up to?" Carmen asked, grazing her hand across Angelo's shoulder.

"Just walking to get food…" Angelo replied, stepping away from Carmen and raising his eyebrow quizzically.

"What's on the menu?"

"Whatever Chef makes," Angelo deadpanned. "Are you trying to flirt with me?"

"Well duh, you're cute."

'Thanks… but Carmen… I'm gay."

"Oh…." The pair just stood there in silence for a solid minute before they both just walked silently to the Craft Services Tent. Not another word needed to be said.

Confessional, Carmen

My gaydar seems to be busted… I swear every guy I have flirted with is interested in men… this better not be a running gag this season.

Confessional, Angelo

Well that was awkward.

The camera panned to Raj who was staring off into the distance, with his hands placed under his chin, elbows on the table, letting out a heavy sigh the camera turned to show that Raj is staring at Justin.

"Can I help you?" Justin asked Raj, looking over at the hockey bro.

"Oh uh no. Just lost in thought is all."

"Hockey?"

"Yeah hockey! Was just thinking about how Wayne Gretsky has nine MVPs and how little people talk about him being the greatest athlete ever is all."

"That's… certainly a thought."

Confessional, Justin

Was Raj staring at me? Not that I'm surprised, I'm gorgeous, but Raj of all people?

Confessional, Raj

Justin is h… a good looking dude!

The camera cut from the Craft Services Tent to the trailers where Carrie and Emma were both exiting their own respective trailers. Carrie gave Emma a wave, which Emma returned happily. Emma skipped over to Carrie, a big smile plastered on her face.

"You seem rather happy this morning," Carrie chuckled.

"I mean who wouldn't be happy about their ex getting voted off," Emma replied, giving a fist pump into the air.

"Touche. I will say, I do feel we have a bit of a connection. Blondes, we both know someone here…" Carrie started.

"I get what you're laying down," Emma laughed. "Maybe we could work together. You know, us and Devin, and if we meet up at a swap we could work together."

"I'd love that! Sucks we're not all on the same team though. I know I could use an extra friend or two over here."

"Is it bad?"

"Not really. I enjoy being around Carson and Jaiden, but Devante is a bit of a pain."

"Yeah I noticed he was… not exactly helping in the last challenge," Emma replied. "Our team seems fairly solid. Shawn, Courtney, and Hilde are great in the challenges, their personalities aside."

"What about Angelo and Ella?"

"I like Angelo, but he's a bit of a loner, and Ella… I don't know, I haven't talked a lot with her. Those two come off as really close though."

"Like a duo?"

"Yeah, not a dangerous one, but they'd definitely vote together if we ever go to a ceremony.."

"I get what you mean. Like Raj and Wayne. They're a pair, but I don't think anyone views them as threatening."

"For sure, hopefully we both win today, can't have this new alliance immediately go up in flames," Emma laughed.

Confessional, Emma

I hope Carrie and I meet up, I feel like we're two little peas in a pod!

Confessional, Carrie

With Chase gone, Emma is noticeably a lot more happy. Super glad for her. And I officially have an alliance! I'll tell Devin later, maybe tomorrow. That said I also still have heaps of trust with Jaiden and Carson too. But the more allies the merrier.

"ATTENTION CAMPERS! MEET ME AT THE SOUNDSTAGE PRONTO! YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE IS READY TO GO!" Chris yelled through the loudspeaker causing everyone to cover their ears in pain.

Confessional, Courtney

You would think after Island and Milton's funding they would get some better quality loudspeakers.

Confessional, Ella

I feel bad for all of the little animals with sensitive hearing that had to hear that. I can't imagine the amount of ringing that is going on in their little animal ears right now.

Confessional, Shawn

Way to go Chris, wake up all the freaking zombies why don't you!

"Alright everyone, I hope you had a good morning meal!" Chris said as the campers all met in a soundstage. The front wall of the soundstage fell with a hole in it. Chris stood rigid as the wall fell around him and on top of him. "Oww…"

"I guess that wasn't supposed to happen," winced Devante.

"Nope," Chef walked up. "That reveal could have been a lot cooler had Chris stood on the right X!"

"The right X was the left X!" Chris complained from underneath. Dakota and Sam hurriedly drove identical forklifts to either side of the giant wall. Chris groaned and slowly made his way out where he dusted himself off. Chef helped him stand up straight and Chris cleared his mouth. "So… I hope you had a good breakfast, and your throat is all good and warmed up."

"How rude!" Carmen spoke up. "And perverted!"

"Yeah we are going to have to run that by the censors," Dakota took a note on a nearby pad of paper.

"I hope your throats are warmed up because today's challenge will be taking place here! The musical soundstage! Now, let's be clear, musicals can take a lot of genres, but for the purpose of this challenge we're making it a catch all just so you can sing your hearts out."

"So we sing a couple of songs and you, Chef, Dakota, and Sam judge us?" Shawn quickly pointed to each of the four he named.

"What's your favorite Genre Chef?" Jaiden asked.

"My favorite genre DOESN'T MATTER THIS TIME AROUND AND YOU'D REALIZE THAT IF YOU JUST SHUT YOUR TRAP!" Chef shouted. "Shouting feels good, I haven't done that in a while."

"Dakota and Sam are going to be setting up bleachers for an audience of fifty mutants and sentient animals, but for now we will call them the mutants. The two cameos for this episode will be the ones judging you. A total average between all of them will be the deciding factor," Chris explained.

"I'll be setting up some tech components that you can control during the performance, just make sure you tell me what they are within three hours."

"The show will start in four hours!" Dakota shouted. "And Daddy specifically wanted me to tell you this. You are allowed to use songs from any musical medium so long as they are advertised as a musical. Shows that are animated and happen to have songs will not count."

"So we can sing?" Ella smiled.

"Yes Ella, you can, but please… no tea."

"Got it," Ella smiled as she seemed to jump with joy.

"Alright you heard Dakota, four hours. Now go!"

Confessional, Ella

I'm so happy that I get the chance to sing again! I need to redeem myself from the attack I somehow did? Scarlett really is a bit of a villain if you ask me.

Confessional, Raihan

I don't know much, but I know that Sugar wants to take the role immediately. After all (she starts a bad southern accent) AH'M DA SONGBURD!

Shawn fiddled with his pockets while he faced his team. "Anyone know anything about musicals?" Shawn opened the floor to a general discussion.

"I like Dear Evan Hansen," Angelo spoke up. "The stage, not the film."

"I remember that, I was crying so hard after the end," Ella mentioned. "And a dear friend of mine actually broke his arm during the production of a local showing at my community theater."

"Isn't that good luck?" Emma raised an eyebrow. "That's the saying, right?"

"No, that's break a leg," Courtney interjected. "I have a perfect idea for this. We have just enough of us to go for something out of Ride the Cyclone, where we're being judged by a sentient magical fortune teller in order to come back to life."

"That sounds really bizarre," Hilde declared. "We should just go for something simple and older. Like something from the Music Man or Oklahoma. We don't have seventy six trombones so we can go for something like Shipoopi."

"Wasn't Shipoopi on Family Guy? I remember Chase would play that stupid song all night long as a prank on one of our housemates," Emma seemed to glower in anger.

"But we still need another song regardless if we go for Shipoopi or Ride the Cyclone," Ella pointed out. She put her hands together as she suddenly seemed to light up. "If we want modern , we can go from something from one of Disney's most modern songs. Like Encanto! It's a good moment to show our strength and power and show our love to the environment!"

"I like Encanto," Angelo agreed rather quietly.

"Well I think we can get a good choreography out of Shipoopi, and it's older so it's established and a lot of people are going to recognize it. I haven't even heard of Ride the Cyclone before today," Hilde crossed her arms while she kicked around a small drum prop between her feet.

"If we were to go Ride the Cyclone, I think that Courtney would have to lead us on that," Shawn scratched his head. He picked up a small boombox and a microphone. "I don't necessarily mind that though."

"And," Courtney spoke up. "I think Ella has a great idea with the modern Disney song. A lot of them are powerful and strong and great for women, I'm willing to let Ella take the lead on that one."

"Oh thank you courtney!" Ella cheered. "I propose we Ride the Cyclone and I'll take Angelo as one of the main roles for my Encanto song!"

"Wait me?" Angelo asked.

"Yes, you can do it," Ella placed a reassuring hand on Angelo's shoulder.

"Fine," Hilde obliged with a roll of her eyes. "Let's go for Ride the Cyclone and Encanto then."

Confessional, Shawn

I just need to do my part, then I can worry about the idol later. The only musicals I really care about are ones about bunyips and Ladies in Black and hatpins.

The Gaffers stood in a circle in a portion of the backstage surrounded by props of varying sizes. Most of them were discarded set pieces from MIlton Hotels and their events. Justin and Wayne carried over five chairs as they all sat in a circle.

"Alright what musicals do we know?" Justin asked.

"Why don't we go for something respectable and classic? We're an ensemble and we need to show off all of our skills," Devin suggested. "Cats maybe?"

"Oh yeah that way I can sing Memory! I know how to shine and my skills will be enough to take it to the end!" Sugar cheered. "But I'd rather do something more modern, like Mean girls?" On her seat she began humming along to some of the songs from the musical.

"Wasn't that a movie? Not a movie musical either?" Wayne pointed out.

"And a musical," Raihan pointed out. "Had several runs and it's popular on social media because Regina is really fun."

"Of course you would," Sugar smiled. "It's a feminist female classic!"

"It's for everyone," Justin shrugged. "What song do you want from Mean girls?"

"I never watched it," Wayne spoke up. "What? Is that a bad thing?"

"For sure it is! But you can finish that up after you go home from the season," Sugar snapped. "If we do 'Sexy' from mean girls we can totally knock out the competition! But now we need one more?"

"Devin said something classic, so what about the Sound of Music?" Raihan said.

"I like the Sound of Music," Devin readily agreed. "Raihan do you have anything in mind?"

"Lonely Goatherd, Goodbye, Farewell, Hills are Alive, Do Re Mi, Edelweiss, Sixteen going on Seventeen," Raihan listed.

"That last one just sounds creepy," Sugar interjected. "Sounds like something a bad pageant coach would say to get your hog in the saddle!"

"So no Sixteen Going on Seventeen," Wayne offered. "What's Do-Re-Mi?"

"It's a song to explain music," Raihan said. "I can strum a guitar a little bit and it'll help out."

"So we've got Do-Re-Mi and Sexy," Justin said. "Well, sounds good."

"You better not drag me down," Sugar stood atop a small box. "And that goes for you Raihan and Wayne, I can't believe how uncultured you are!"

Confessional, Wayne

So Raj and I actually have sung the Canadian national anthem before. We did pretty good, we were on the cover of our school newspaper's front page. They called us surprisingly decent.

"Tem, you're a city girl, you've seen musicals, right?" Sky asked while the four of them started to pull together some costumes.

"Yeah I have, haven't you?" Tem asked Sky.

"No," Sky said bluntly. "Dave's been wanting to but I just know the moment I see a musical stupid Keith is going to be in one of the starring roles. Can't believe that turd gets to appear in musicals."

"If he's good enough, why wouldn't he?" Tem looked over Sky's shoulder as Raj and Carmen beckoned the two of them over.

"Ay, un musical, los vestidos, la musical, y los luces! I was thinking of doing something from Europe like Les Miserables or even Carmen!"

"The Miserables?" Raj asked. "Why would we sing in French? None of us come from Quebec so we don't really know that language."

"It's not the Miserables, it's Les Miserables," Carmen counted. "Okay that means the French are out. I guess that means Carmen is out too."

"No, you're still in the game," Raj tilted his head. He picked up a microphone prop and leaned on it. "Why don't we just do something like High School Musical? That's simple enough ,right?"

"I know all the lyrics!" Tem shouted excitedly. "And it's such a good movie series too! I think Troy was like my first crush or something. Such a troubled soul, basketball or theater."

"Nowadays you need to be well balanced in order to get into American College," Sky nodded. "That's one film. We can do Bop to the Top or All in this Together if our choreography is good."

"Do you think we can get a turntable?" Sky asked. "I know a lot of musicals like using turntables. And I remember back when I was still with Keith he'd talk so much about the stage production of Hamilton and its turntable."

"Hamilton? What does the city have to do with that?" Raj asked.

"Nothing," Sky looked at him blankly.

"AH! Un idea! Me, Sky, and Tem, the Schuyler sisters! I know how to talk fast so I can handle the bit, Tem and Sky can wander around the turntable in sexalicious poses, and Raj can easily be the one who shoots Alexander Hamilton!"

"Wow, spoilers," Sky joked. "But that sounds good to me!"

Confessional, Carmen

Canta las canciones en inglés… palabras de los hombres de mente estrechas… And excuse me for actually wanting to sing some Carmen… hor hor hor horr horr

"Well first of all, what do we think the other teams are doing?" Devante held a small book in his hands while he faced his teammates.

"They're probably doing something energetic, in a group setting, or even a romance," Carrie sighed. "I don't think a romantic ballad would necessarily work this time. Not like Sweeney Todd's ballads."

"You don't think Sweeney Todd would work?" Devante asked.

"That's a dark musical," Jaiden pointed out. "Beardo, didn't you want to do something from the Greatest Showman?"

"Yeah," Beardo perked up. "Something like the opening sequence." Beardo took a moment and echoed out the main beats to the opening song of the Greatest showman.

"Don't you think the sounds would be distracting?" Devante asked bluntly. "I know animals in that circus were surprisingly loud."

"It's a musical, there's going to be a lot of sounds," Jaiden countered. "And we're going to have an advantage if we let Beardo use his sounds."

Beardo gave an appreciative smile to Jaiden as she smiled back. "I'm down with The Greatest Showman but I think that Devante's line of thought should be heard out," Carson chimed in. "My main experience with musicals comes from the Zombieland Saga."

"Thank you," Devante smiled. "But there are dark romantic duets if you're willing to go for it. Heathers are usually loud but they have a lot of dark comedy."

"Heathers? That one musical about the three girls named Heather, Heather, and Heather? I like that one," Carrie agreed. "It does get dark towards the second act."

"That's precisely why we should go with Our Love is God," Devante explained.

"Ah, well in that case, I'd rather not sing," Carrie scratched her head. "I like more traditional songs and romantic duets. Something like Kiss the girl."

"I saw the musical, I can be Veronica if you want to be JD," Jaiden suggested. "Though I think Carson can easily work into the JD role."

"Is that a compliment?" Carson asked Carrie. Carrie shrugged her shoulders. "I'll take it as a compliment but I'm not really that good at singing."

"If we keep Beardo to the sound effects then we'll be fine," Devante suggested. "We're good then."

Confessional, Jaiden

Obvious joke about Heather aside, I'm still not too sure if it's the best choice for a song or two.

Confessional, Beardo

Devante being passionate about musicals and how they sound was not on my bingo card today.

The camera cut back to the Costumers standing around a small table. Raj held up a mannequin as he and Sky started to adjust the dimensions. Someone in a rush next to some real big beauty Raj practiced. "Does that sound right?"

"I think it's someone in a rush next to someone looking pretty," Sky countered. "But I could hear the lyrics really well. Do you do some form of rapping?"

"No, the only things I watch are Mighty Ducks with Wayne and my team, and the Junior Olympics, so nice to see those guys move like an athlete over there," Raj said aimlessly.

"Oh me too, I just know I can replicate all their moves out there, I'm definitely gonna get my build up after the show," Sky smiled.

Nearby, Tem and Carmen were sketching out the choreography on a small piece of paper. "So you ever watch Hamilton live?" Tem asked Carmen.

"Nah, the theaters in my hometown stink because of el Don… puto…" Carmen sighed. "But those theater boys are really nice. Especially the hunks from Newsies."

"Well said," Tem and Carmen shared a high-five.

Confessional, Carmen

People sleep on the theater boys. You have to have un physique bonito to move around like you do. Too bad so many of them are gay…

Confessional, Tem

I saw Hamilton live once and the actor who was Lafayette gave me a reynold's pamphlet! That was so nice, and it had his number on it. Too bad he also gave it to three other girls.

Carson and Carrie erected a PVC pipe frame vertically. "Just like setting up the goals for Devin back home," Carrie smiled. "Do you have to set up the hurdles back home?"

"No, that's usually the work of a team manager, or whichever of the other cast members show up to help you out,." Carson explained.

"Is that before or after you vote them out?" Carrie asked with a genuine look of curiosity on his face.

Carson snorted into his sleeves. "I'm not going to live that down am I?" he looked into a nearby camera.

"Hey Carrie," Jaiden walked up. "Devante and Beardo have their hats all fitted. Devante also thinks that you and I could wear gloves so you want to get that fitted now?"

"Gloves? Why gloves?" Carrie asked. "We aren't dueling are we?"

"Not yet, I don't think," Jaiden replied. "Because it'll look more unifying for the Greatest Showman sequence. Gloves and ringmasters."

"And Lion Tamers," Carson perked up. "Lion tamers."

Confessional, Carrie

Hopefully the work we put in for these performances is good enough. Though I don't think even circus camp prepares this much.

Confessional, Carson

I did see The Greatest Showman, it was alright nothing special.

Sugar started practicing by doing squats in front of a seated Raihan. Raihan strummed the guitar aimlessly as she tried to tune it to an appropriate amount.

"Remind me again, what were the lyrics to start off the riff?" Sugar asked Raihan.

"This is Modern Feminism talking, I intend to run the world in shoes I cannot walk in," Raihan recited politely. "I can be who I want to be-"

"AND SEEEXXXX SEXXXY!" Sugar shouted. "Do you reckon I need that funky mouse costume?"

"Not if you don't want to," Raihan curtly replied. RAihan strummed the guitar. "Doe, a deer, a female deer…"

"A male deer is a buck!" Sugar interjected. "Do you think that'd be fun if I holler like that?"

"You don't want me interjecting during your lyrics, right?" Raihan asked. "And I think having concentration here is good enough."

"Good point, glad we could come to an agreement there," Sugar smiled.

Nearby, Devin and Wayne cut apart a onesie. "Do you think this is sexy enough?" Wayne held up a cropped lion onesie.

"I mean you'd have to ask a girl for that. Or picture what Carrie would like to see you in," Devin said offhandedly.

"Why would I picture what Carrie wants to see me in? Does she like me?" Wayne asked.

"D-did I say Carrie?" Devin stammered. "I meant to say what someone you like clearly would like to see in you."

"Oh yeah that makes sense," Wayne nodded."Wait, we still need a corn costume, right?"

"I don't quite get how corn can be sexy. Do we need to staple a bra onto it?"

"You said it so let's try that out," Devin held up a big blue bra. "Now where do we find a corn costume?

Confessional, Devin

Is this song really that feminist if it forces girls to dress in almost nothing?

Confessional, Sugar

Shoot, even four eyes can be nice. But there's a difference between being friends and being nice! I can tell that we ain't gonna be friends and that's fine with me, but I respect her concentration

Angelo held his mic nervously before he put it on a table. "Do we really need a mic to hold in our hands? Can't we do those mics that we attach to our ears?"

"That's an-" Courtney started to object.

"Excellent idea! Right Courtney?" Ella interrupted. "My theater instructor always preferred those things over microphones in our hands."

"Well if it makes you more comfortable," Courtney rationalized. "And if it isn't too intrusive on Angelo."

"It won't be," Angelo said. Courntey walked off to leave Angelo and Ella experimenting with the sounds. "Are you sure you want me to do the duet? I don't want to drag you down."

"Silly Angelo, the only thing that you'll do is sing your heart out," Ella reassured. "You've got a song in your heart and you just need to let it out because everyone has a song inside waiting to be free."

"T-thanks," Angelo stammered. "How do you do it?"

"I know that it's only two minutes out of the entire day," Ella explained. "And I know that after this it'll only be a little bit of the fully released episode. Not everyone will rewatch the episode and if they rewatch it that means you got an audience, and that's the most important thing for any artist."

Nearby, Hilde tore open some fabric. "Here you go Emma," Hilde offered. "So are you one of the girls who likes fashion?"

"Yeah," Emma said simply. "It's calming. What about you?"

"No," Hilde said bluntly. "Unless you're talking about band uniforms or golf wear. I miss golf."

"Well if you win the show you'll be able to golf anywhere, right?"

"That's the dream," Hilde sighed. "With a girl on my side, caddying the Scottish highlands in search of eagles and birdies and albatrosses."

"Sounds lovely," Emma smiled. "I'm going to go get Shawn and Courtney so we can fit Shawn's cactus and Courtney's vines."

"I'll see ya," Hilde took a sip out of a nearby water bottle. She glanced over at Ella and Angelo working on a spin together. "Hmm.".

Confessional, Angelo

It's so nice of Ella to give me a role and to let me speak. Hopefully this'll help with my fears.

Confessional, Hilde

I need to cozy up with at least Emma because I can see Angelo's already tight with Ella and the Islanders. Now that she's not talking about Chase anymore I can at least talk to her about it. What's the big deal about Chase anyway? He's just a guy.

"Welcome everyone to the first and last musical revue of Total Drama Action! Our four teams have prepared two songs each to be judged on your own volition. And don't worry audience," Chris gestured to the five lines of ten mutants. Fang and his date were at the front row as usual, Larry took the back, several flying goats dotted the rows, there were other sentient plants, multi eyed birds, and two crabs managed to fill out the other rows. "You will have a choice in the manner. At the end of every performance the device Sam has provided you will indicate the start of the voting. Now, for the audience at home, let's welcome our two previous campers!"

An explosion of confetti suddenly erupted from the middle of the stage. The interns hastily swept away the paper and standing in the center was a certain lovable fat guy. "Hey everyone! It's so awesome to be here!" Owen, third and sixteenth person voted out of Total Drama Revenge of the Island, jumped up and down eagerly. "I love musicals, they're so fun and optimistic and I love it! It's going to be awesome!" Owen took a seat at the judging table on a canvas chair that creaked under his weight.

Another explosion of confetti and smoke soon cleared away to reveal a certain mean girl standing in the center. "Hey everyone," she tossed her hair back. "I know you remember my name is Amy, so let's get this out of the way. I'm here to judge and they better make it good." There wasn't as much applause for the mean cheerleader as she took a seat on an identical chair next to Owen's. She yelled out as she suddenly fell through a hole in the chair. She grumbled and took the replacement Dakota offered.

"First up we have the Mixers with a rendition from Ride the Cyclone!" Chris announced on the stage. "When six teenagers perish early, they are placed in a situation where they have to vote for one of them to come back to life! This performance is one of their attempts."

Courtney stood on stage in the center of a circle surrounded by her fellow team members. She took a deep breath and smiled. "Some of us are left wing, some of us are right wing, but the last time I checked it takes TWO WINGS TO FLY! WE ARE COMMUNITY, WE ARE FAMILY, WE ARE THE WORLD!"

Courtney stomped her feet to trigger a small boombox. "Ocean O'Connell Rosenberg concedes," Shawn's voice came from the boombox in a deeper tone than the other campers were used to.

Courntey as Ocean turned to the boombox with a neutral but confused face. "What?"

"I do respect you taking the moral high ground, next!"

No nooooo! Courtney started to sing.

A light shone on her as she took center stage again. The other five mixers started dancing their simple dance as Courtney took up most of the stage. What the world needs is people like me. To keep it all spinning around! I'm the mover, I'm the shaker, I'm the headline maker, MMMM I get up!

She gets up Hilde contributed in a bored voice.

I get up, and no one's gonna keep me down, Courtney pointed her fingers to each of her teammates.

She danced a circle around her five teammates before stopping in front of them. Okay it's clear I'm the top of this class, these folks here, well the pump the gas. Fetch me a coffee, shine my shoe. Some of us are winners some were born to lose!

She pranced around the stage in a trash talking manner as she condescendingly complimented the others. The audience of mutants, interns, and other teams started to bob to the beat of the music. Seriously?1 This one here she's raring to fail she'll rob a 7/11 and go straight to jail! Maybe steal hubcaps, maybe steal clubs, expressing himself by streaming in hot tubs, she pranced around Hilde, oblivious to her angry glare.

Soccer Mom, Minivan, four little brats, no steady man, Courtney pointed to Emma. Emma's jaw dropped as Courtney continued the next verse. Posting on the internet looking for attention she's not gonna get, can someone get CPS already?

Ohh, little voice, tiny height, if he gets injured who'll treat him right. Hardly ever heard from never ever seen, What are we gonna do? Let him work behind the scenes? Courtney pranced around Angelo.

The Mixers looked at each other, offended, as Courntey continued the song. They missed their cue even as Courtney glared at them Darwin had a theory called!

Evolution? Shawn said.

He put it into words here it's plain to see, we need a little less of them a little more of me!

The Mixers reluctantly formed a pyramid with nearby crates as Courtney strode to the top. She belted at the top of the pyramid while the other five waited patiently atop the crates. And some stay down….

Courtney struck a triumphant pose atop the pyramid while the Mixers looked relatively bored. The audience cheered politely. It was a good performance, but would it be good enough against the others?"

Confessional, Courtney

Maybe I got a little carried away, but better to go all out than to not give enough, right?

Confessional, Emma

CPS? Four kids? Where'd Courtney get any of these ideas?!

"To continue our performances, we have a musical educational classic from the Grips as they explain the musical scale! We'll go to the mountains of Salzburg for a beautiful lesson with an old gentle song"

Raihan claimed a solitary stool in the center of the stage as the other four grips sat politely criss crossed applesauce in a semi circle facing Raihan as she strummed a discordant tune on a guitar. "Okay everyone, it's time to start with a song!"

"A song?" Devin asked in a stilted voice.

"Yes! A Song!"

"What's a song?" Sugar asked in a fake cute voice.

"Well," Raihan strummed the guitar in a melodic tone. Let's start at the very beginning. A very good place to start. When you read, you begin with A-B-C. When you sing, you begin with Do-Re-Mi!

The other four echoed the Do-Re-Mi lyrics several times as Raihan continued strumming the same chords on the guitar. She hesitated for a moment before strumming her guitar twice, trying to stall for time as she remembered the lyrics. Oh let's see if I can make it easy! She finally continued.

Do, a deer, a female deer! Re, a drop of golden sun! Mi, a name, I call myself. Fa, a long long way to run. So, a needle pulling thread. La, a note to follow So. Ti, a drink with jam and bread. That will bring us back todo, oh, oh, oh, oh ,oh ,oh….

Raihan again continued strumming the guitar as she glanced at Wayne, who had the next lyric. D'oh! A deer! Wayne shouted as he sang!

Re, a drop of golden sun! Justin managed to carry the tune.

Mi, a name, I call mah-self! Sugar triumphantly pointed.

Fa, a long long way to run! Devin stood up, mimicking a happy clap that a young boy would do.

So, a needle pulling thread! Wayne and Sugar shouted.

La, a note to follow So, Devin and Justin harmonized.

Ti, a drink with jam and bread! The four managed to sing. That will bring us back to Do!

Do re mi fa so la ti do, so do! Raihan joined her teammates in dancing as they hopped around in a circle. "Now that we have all these notes in our heads we can sing a million different tunes by mixing them up! Like such!

So do la fa mi do re! Raihan sang.

So do la mi ta re do/ so do la ti mi do re, do/ do la so mi re do/ re so la mi ti do The four tried to remember the lyrics.

Good! Raihan said through gritted teeth. So we put in words one for every note! When you know the notes to sing you can sing most anything!

TOGETHER! Sugar shouted as she took center stage. Do, a deer, a female deer! Ray! A drop of golden sun!

Justin pushed Sugar out of the center as he took over. Mi, a name, Just for myself! Fa, a long long way to run!

So, a needle pulling thread! Wayne and Devin bounded up to stage. La, a note to follow So. Ti, a drink with jam and bread, that'll bring us back to Do!

The five Grips spun in a circle as they sang the scales again, before tumbling over as the backing track ended, a fake laugh permeating from the soundtrack.

Confessional, Raihan

That.. that should have been EASY! HOW DID WE MESS THAT UP SO BADLY?!

Confessional, Devin

I don't think we rehearsed enough.

Confessional, Wayne

Why is Doe a female deer?

"Alright next up we have a performance from Hamilton with the Costumers. It's the great American tale of the man on the US' twenty dollar bill. Let's see if our foursome are going to throw away their shot!"

Raj stood in the center of the stage doing a little shimmy. He clapped his hands to the beat before he spoke out. There's nothing rich people like more, than going downtown and slumming it with the poors. They pull up in the carriages and balk at the students in the common just to watch em all.

Dressed in rather beautiful but simple dresses, Sky, Tem, and Carmen rushed onto the scene. They kept their balance on the turntable as they started to walk, pantomiming talking to unseen extras and others. Work work Raj provided the background.

It's Carmen, Carmen started

My name is Te-em, Tem continued.

And Sky, Sky hesitantly said.

Carmen, Tem, Sky! WORK!

Chris said we need to win by sundown, Sky said.

Chris doesn't really need to know, Carmen continued

Chris said that we need to win Sky warned

Like I said you're free to go but, Tem started.

Look around, look around, the competitions happening in Canada Carmen sang.

Canada… Sky and Tem harmonized. WORK!

The costumers sang of the virtues of competing against the other three teams as the turntable revolved. They were all able to strike a fancy pose before Raj suddenly ran up to them. There's nothing like summer in the film lot, someone in in a rush looking for someone hot. Excuse me miss I know it's not funny, but your perfume smells like your daddy's got money. Why you slumming up here in your fancy heels, you searching for an urchin who can give you ideals?

Carmen flashed a flirtatious wink at Raj before she again struck a rather seductive pose. I've been reading Common Sense by Thomas Paine. Some men say that I'm intense or I'm insane. You want a revolution, I want a revelation, so listen to my declaration!

Tem and Sky planted themselves on either side of Carmen, bobbing their heads to the backing lyrics. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all of us are created equal. And when I get to the final two seats, I'll convince them to make women the main character of this sequel

WORK! The trio of girls snapped their fingers. Sky danced on her own to a rather good beat while Tem belted how lucky she was to be back in the game.

In the greatest show

IN THE GREATEST SHOW IN THE WO-O-O-O-RLD!

The three struck a final pose to raucous applause. Raj escorted the three girls off stage.

Confessional, Tem

Well the Americans down south seem like they can do something right…

Confessional, Raj

I thought there were more schuyler sisters and even a brother.

"Up next we have the Gaffers, here to remind you exactly what you're watching with this piece from the Greatest Showman, the tale of Phineas Taylor Barnum and his first ever circus.!" Chef read off of a cue card

A smatter of polite applause spread through the audience as the lights on stage dimmed. A stomping sound came from a lone figure in the middle of the stage. Devante tipped his head under a hat as he planted a cane held in his hands between his legs. Ladies and Gents this is the moment you've waited for

The lights high above fanned out in an arc as his fellow teammates echoed a loud Whoa.

Been searching in the dark, your sweat's dripping on the floor, Devante continue

The lights again started to move before focusing on a figure in the back, Beardo, providing the background music and the next lines. And buried in your bones there's an ache that you can't ignore. There was a clangorous drum beat. Taking your breath another awkward drum beat. Steeling your mind another drum beat When all that is real is left behind!

Don't fight it's coming for you running at'cha Carson started to emerge from the wings in a jacket that almost looked like a wingsuit. It's only this moment don't care what comes after

Your fever dream, can't you see it gettin' closer? Devante raced after the spotlight trying to catch his breath. Just surrender cause you feel the feeling taking over!

IT'S FIRE IT'S FREEDOM IT'S FLOODING OPEN! Carrie shouted as she walked out with a giant candle in her hands.

It's a preacher in the pulpit and your blind devotion Jaiden strode out, almost countering Carrie's shouting voice.

There's something breaking at the brick of every wall it's holding all that you knooooooowwww! Devante sang as he walked up to a mockup of a brick wall, knocking it's fake facade..

SO TELL ME DO YOU WANNA GO?! Beardo suddenly burst through the paper wall,

Where it's covered in all the colored lights?! Jaiden and Carrie sang as their eyes were blinded with the previously mentioned colored lights. Where the runaways are running the night? Impossible comes true, it's taking over you!

OH! THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! The team recovered to get to a standing position.

We light it up, we won't come down, and the sun can't stop us now! Carson and Devante held each other up as they held up hats to the sky. Watching it come through it's taking over you! OH! THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW!

The five Gaffers started clapping to the sound of Beardo's backing track, encouraging the audience to clap along. As well as they could have, the mutants managed to clap along as the gaffers repeated the previous lines, clapping as they managed to throw up various circus related props into the air.

Cause everything you want is right in front of you! And you see the impossible is coming true! Beardo's voice started taking over once the chorus finished.

AND THE WALLS CAN'T STOP US… NOW! Carrie passionately screeched.

THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! OH! Jaiden managed to hold up two sparklers.

THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! OH! Carson spun around in a mix of fabric that he threw into the air.

THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! OH! Beardo burst through several hoops.

THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! OH! Carrie stood atop a pyramid of boxes decorated with the team logos.

THIS IS THE GREATEST SHOW! Devante held the last note long while his team surrounded him, forming something of a triumphant flower all around.

Confessional, Devante

With any luck those mutants are going to recognize that we had to coordinate a lot of talent and we produced something more than acceptable.

Confessional, Carrie

(she holds her knee up to the camera) I think I have a splinter

"Now we have Sugar of the Killer Grips leading her team in a rendition of Sexy from Mean girls!" Dakota said through a microphone.

The lights dimmed around the stage with a solitary light shining on the center. Sugar quickly jogged out to the center in a pink dress that barely covered her knees. "Howdy!" She started with a chipper sound. The soundtrack began and she took a breath. If I could change the world, I'd make it Halloween! Every single day! And also have world peace! Maybe world peace should be first… World peace and then Halloween… CONSARNIT LEMME START OVER!

Sugar stomped off stage awkwardly as the background music started again. She rushed on stage as the background music started again. Howdy… If I could change the world, I'd make us have world peace, and also Halloween. Every single day. On Halloween you can pretend to be someone else. It's like reality tv. Except in person and with candy!

The background music changed to a more electro-pop sound as Sugar started to puff out her chest more to accentuate her assets while the other grips showed up in sexy outfits. I can be who I wanna be and sexy!

Raihan and Justin struck a pose as a sexy fish and a sexy librarian respectively.

I can be who I want to be and hot! Devin and Wayne flexed their muscles as a sexy American football player and a sexy Hockey player respectively.

Be somebody new! Do a total transformation! Animals or minerals too, or even vegetation! Sugar pointed to Raihan, who stepped behind a wardrobe wearing a sexy fish costume and emerged in a small corn costume. "I GIVE YOU SEXY CORN!"

Sugar pushed Raihan out of the way as the beat changed to something more appropriate for a slow paced rap song. Watch me be sexy Quint from Sexy Jaws catching Sexy sharks. Sexy Honey Boo Boo or Sexy B-laine-ley! I can be a sexy hotelier or a sexy plumber! I can be a sexy doctor and cure some sexy cancer! Sugar slowed down as she glanced at Justin, dressed as a sexy receptionist. That ain't right is it?

Justin shook his head. I can sexy cure some cancer!

"NO!" Justin shouted, almost offended.

I can cure sex cancer! Sugar suggested.

"Sex cancer doesn't exist," Justin stiffly said.

"YEE-HAW I DID IT!" Sugar cheered as the others applauded. Devin and Wayne carried her up in the air as she struck several poses before setting her down. Then she did an impromptu dance to an instrumental break while the others did a more choreographed and simple routine. This is modern feminism talking. I expect to run the world in shoes I cannot walk in!

At the last lyrics she jumped into the air and dropped into some splits. A look of pain appeared on her face before she recovered just in time to finish the lyrics. And sexxxx SEXXXX SEXXXXYYYYY!

Raihan, Devin, Wayne, and Justin struck a pose around her as she threw her hands up in the air triumphantly.

Confessional, Raihan

How are Leonard and Sugar working as a couple again? Because that performance was anything but…

Confessional, Justin

Maybe I should have taken the lead with this song

"Coming off of that performance we have a duet from Jaiden and Devante of the Gaffers! We'll find out exactly what their love is!" Chris spoke into a small microphone.

A small piano tune started playing in the background as Jaiden, now clad in a blue jacket, held hands with Devante as they took center stage. Devante was lit in an ominous white light and it was clear he was now in a giant trench coat. That will end tonight. You are the only thing that's right about this broken world. Go on and cry, but when the morning comes, we'll burn it down and then… we'll build the world again… Our love is god.

Jaiden blinked as she tightly gripped Devante's hand. The boy winced slightly before recovering for the next lyrics. "Are you okay?" Jaiden asked sincerely.

I was alone, Devante cocked his head, trying to hint to Jaiden to continue with the show. I was a frozen lake, but then you melted me awake. See now I'm crying too, you're not alone.

You're not alone… Jaiden echoed as Carrie and Beardo changed the scene to a dark moonlight forest in the background.

When the morning comes… Jaiden continued.

We'll burn away that teare, and raise our city here…

Raise our city here… Jaiden echoed.

Our love is god… The two harmonized.

Carson and Beardo placed two dummies in the front of the stage while Jaiden and Devante turned around. The two's vocals unified as their lyrics continued and continued proclaiming their boasts. Beardo and Carson manipulated the dummies in front of Jaiden and Devante as they parted. Devante cocked his head conspicuously and Beardo and Carson ran off stage.

"Count of three. One, two… three," Jaiden counted as Devante whipped out one of the pistols from the alien challenge and fired off. Beardo continued the sound effects from off screen as Devante turned to the wings, annoyed, before again facing the audience.

I worship you, I'd trade my life for yours. We'll make them disappear, we'll plant our garden here… Devante took a calm look at Jaiden as Jaiden tried her best to look both horrified and attracted, a word that some would consider harroused.

Jaiden took a deep breath and sang. Our love is god….

Our love is god… Devante continued.

OUR LOVE IS GOD! The two concluded the song by holding their arms to the sky before the lights turned off on the stage.

Confessional, Carrie

Okay I thought Our Love is God would have been a cute romance that Devin and I could sing to, but now… I don't know if I even want to remember that song!

Confessional, Carson

Technically both Jaiden and Devante were both very good singers, but why did we agree on that song again?

Confessional, Jaiden

At least we performed well. I wish we incorporated more of the others though.

"Now we have a performance from the Mixers and they're ready to show you exactly what they can do!" Chef cheered, trying to bring back excitement to the group.

A polite smattering of applause echoed around the audience as Angelo and Ella stood around, contemplating a rather disgruntled Shawn in a cactus outfit. Shawn closed his eyes as Angelo and Ella looked over him curiously. I just made something unexpected! Something sharp, something new!

Ella poked Shawn and the zombie nut changed into a different pose. It's not symmetrical or perfect, but it's beautiful, and it's mine! What else can I do?

Ella started to prance around the stage, essentially pushing Shawn to the side while Angelo tried to chase after her. The timid boy hastened to say his portion of the lyrics as he tripped over a vine prop strategically placed. "BRING IT IN BRING IT IN! GOOD TALK! BRING IT IN BRING IT IN!" He yelped as he tumbled into a bush prop that Courtney awkwardly shuffled into the middle.

I grow rows and rows of roses, flor de mayo, by the mile! I make perfect practiced poses, so much hides behind my smile! Ella started to jump onto flower pot after flower pot as the lights high above struggled to chase after her. She seemed to be lost in the moment as he found herself in a giant green screen full of colorful flowers and basic green foliage. WHAT COULD I DO IF I JUST GREW WHAT I WAS FEELING IN THE MOMENT?!

DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOU'RE GOING?! WHOA! Angelo suddenly found himself swept away by Shawn, Courtney, and now Hilde dressed in random flower costumes.

A hurricane of jacarandas! Strangling figs! Hanging vines! As Ella sang the plants they dropped from the sky, spooking her fellow teammates. Most specifically, Emma found herself tangled in the hanging vines as she tried to put on her floral outfit. What else can I do?

Angelo rushed to join Ella at the center of the stage where a small fake lawn was set up. It seemed to light up as Ella twirled, lost in the music. Angelo recoiled from Ella hitting him in the face before standing up. You just seem like your life's been a dream since the moment you opened your eyes

HOW FAR DO THESE ROOTS GO DOWN?! Ella's voice overpowered Angelo's as the small astroturf started to spin.

All I know are the blossoms you grow but it's awesome to see how you rise Angelo steadied himself.

How far can I rise? Ella turned to Angelo with an eager smile on her face.

Through the roof to the skies LET'S GO! Angelo and Ella harmonized.

The small platform rose in the air as Shawn, Courtney, and Hilde managed to jump and prance around to give the illusion of plants growing in the air spontaneously. Hilde spread some colored confetti as Emma managed to keep the vines in the background moving. What can you do when you are deeply madly truly in the moment? Ella sang

Seize the moment, keep going! Angelo hesitantly harmonized.

What can you do when you know who you wanna be is imperfect? But I'll still be okay!

HEY EVERYBODY CLEAR THE WAY! Angelo jumped to the front before suddenly slinking back.

I'm coming through with tabebuia! Making waves! Changing minds! Shawn and Hilde respectively carried Angelo and Ella through several wild leaps as the song wound down.

WHAT ELSE CAN I DO!? Ella and Angelo struck identical mirrored poses. Angelo adjusted his stance before he suddenly sprinted offstage in the middle of the applause.

Confessional, Angelo

Did I do that?! I DID! THAT WAS GREAT! BUT….

But…

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH

"Last but not least Raj and Tem are representing the Lethal Costumers with a high school musical classic! Give it up as they bop to the top!" Chris announced in a loud excited voice.

Polite applause scattered as a latin sounding beat started to echo the stage. Raj appeared on stage in a small bowler hat with a pep to his step. Mucho Gusto

He pointed to the other side of the stage where Tem was dancing out to her own beat in a dress not dissimilar to Carmen's. She made sure to keep it hiked up as she fanned herself. Ay que fabulosa! She shouted. When Carmen added the trilling r's in a backing sound she started to dance with a lot more energy. I believe in dreaming, shooting for the stars!

Baby to be number one, you've got to raise the bar! Raj danced his way over to Tem. The two did a quick step with each other as they spun each other around a small spotlight that turned on from above. The rest of the song proceeded as Sky released a balloon filled with glitter that popped high above them.

Show some muscle! Raj flexed his bicep while dipping Tem in a small choreographed move.

Do the hustle! Tem hit a fighting pose.

Raj and Tem looked at each other as they synced up their movements side to side. Yeah we're gonna bop bop bop! Bop to the top! Slip and slide and ride that rhythm Jump and hop hop til we drop!

And start again! Tem flourished.

Zip zap zop! Pop like a mop!

Scoot around the corner Raj boogied.

Move it to the groove 'Til the music stops. Do the bop bop, bop to the top! Raj and TEm continued their synchronized dance moves as the audience of mutants started to dance and boogie in their seats. High above Sky and Carmen started to maneuver the lights to make a flashy finale as the two dancers pulled each other tight and smiled.

BOP TO THE TOP! Tem and Raj flashed two shiny grins to the audience and held for applause. Tem was holding onto Raj's shoulders with one hand and leaning on his thigh with her feet. She held her other hand out in a flourish while Raj mirrored her, slowly straining as the applause died down. When it finally stopped, Tem hopped down and they dashed off stage.

"Okay everyone, that's a wrap for the performances, Owen and Amy are going to fix things up and Sam says that it's still processing the info for our happy audience of mutants. In the meantime, sit tight, and- oh it's done," Chris started.

Confessional, Sky

I can take losing twice in a row, it happened back in Island. But back then there were only two teams… IF WE LOSE AGAIN I'M GOING TO JUMP IN MANURE!

Confessional, Justin

Good looks can only take you so far, good work can only take you so far, but even if we lose I think I'm safe for the ceremony… though I'd rather not go.

Confessional, Hilde

Maybe my band coach was right, shipoopi just isn't good with kids nowadays.

Confessional, Carson

I'm going to have to make tough decisions soon, aren't I?

He cleared his throat as he ceded the stage to Owen and Amy. "Well, let's go team by team," Owen started. "Amy and I both thought that Bop to the Top was great! For me I thought both Raj and Tem looked extra cute in their outfits and they moved around the stage well. Raj has a really nice voice and so does Tem. I gave you a nine!"

"I agree with Owen,'' Amy said bluntly. "But I gave you an eight because I thought Tem and Raj didn't necessarily capture the voices as well as the original Troy and Gabriella. Raj seemed more like Troy at times and Tem… well you were alright but I couldn't find much more."

"And the audience gives you an eight!" Chris gestured to the screen Sam had set up to display the results.

"And besides bop to the top, the other performance was the Schuyler sisters," Amy explained. "Carmen, you commanded that stage. And I liked how you shut down Raj with that sass. It was a strange pick but I think you all made it work so well! Sky didn't have enough presence for me but I give you an eight!"

"Me too," Owen nodded. "It was simple, it was catchy, Raj rapped well and looked absolutely dapper, Carmen looked like she was very comfortable in her dress, and the three of you managed to brush it up well. So I gave you an eight."

"Yeah, it turns out the mutants are really big fans of hamilton. And they loved it! A nine!" Chris said as a nine appeared on screen.

"So next up was that one performance of What else can I do," Owen read off of a paper. "Ella, that was fantastic! You have such a great voice, and it sounds so great! I loved hearing your performance live and you commanded the stage so well. You really supported Angelo too! But Angelo, buddy, you need to speak up! You were great but you dragged down the rest of the performance. And for that reason I could only give you an eight."

"And not just Angelo. Shawn's stubble may be prickly and ingrown and causing all of those pustules but he didn't do much as a cactus. And the flower poses… they were distracting. I had to give you a six."

"Well, the audience disagrees," Chris said as a giant ten appeared on screen.

"What the World needs," Owen played with a pencil in his hands before chewing it absentmindedly. "Good song, but… that was kind of mean. It really felt central on Courtney. Courntey you were great, but the others… the others didn't really get to do much besides be insulted. I have to give you a seven."

"I was a lot more receptive to the insults," Amy glanced at Owen. "But you were lacking in that teamwork, and I think your improv didn't really go over well with the others, right Courtney? Anyways, too bad, so sad, because you killed it Courtney. Eight."

"And the audience says…. A six…" Chris read from the monitor.

"So, Jaiden and Devante… I love Heathers. Heather Chandler is such a role model of mine, she ruled the school with an iron fist," Amy started while she clapped her hands. "And the musical was good too, but that song you chose was supposed to be one of the most impactful songs in the movie but we just… just lost so much context. I get that neither of the guys on your team are good looking but couldn't you have done something with Ram and Kelly? I have to give you a three."

"Ouch," Owen chuckled, looking at his hands, suddenly realizing that he chewed through most of the pencil. "I mean, Jaiden and Devante, you were good artists. But that was… sad. And very very strange. I don't get it. That's a four for me because at least you two were good at harmonies."

"And the mutants gave you a five," Chris added.

"But the greatest show was better, though not by much," Amy shrugged. "You were all individually good, I would have liked to hear more Beardo. And when it comes down to it I think that there were a lot of elements that calling it a clusterfuck is only a slight exaggeration. But it wasn't bad, I'll give you a seven."

"I love The Greatest Showman! And that was my favorite song! You all sang it well! But I've seen better and I think you could have incorporated more effects. Like that one guy with the sound effects? That would have been more fun and some of you just didn't have enough presence. But I liked it! You get a seven!"

"And the mutants agree!" Chris pointed to the monitor. "That ranking has officially made the Costumers safe for the very first time in the competition! The fate of the Mixers will lie with the grips!"

"Okay that seems important," Owen nodded as he looked at another pencil he managed to chew through. He made a gesture to grab Amy's pencil before the blond girl slapped him away.

"Now Sugar, I know you're with Leonard," Amy started. "Who knows why he stays with you," she mumbled. "You managed to take a classic feminist satire and made it your own. But I think the choreography was clumsy and the vocals weren't necessarily as good as the others. I'll give you a seven."

"Is it weird to say I didn't get it?" Owen started. "Because I didn't get it. You were singing about world peace, then cactuses, and corn… mmmm…. Corn…. But I got so distracted with Justin, that guy should have been at the front! I mean, he's so chiseled he could probably cut marble and butter can just melt off of his skin! He's so hot! But… six… I mean if you put in more Justin I'd be more-"

"And the audience says you get an eight!" Chris interrupted.

"And for the last song, Do Re Mi…" Amy started. "Okay it was good, but boring. It wasn't as exciting as the others, you were just sitting in a circle and standing and dancing and prancing. You could have done so much more! I'm giving that a five."

"Actually I liked it a lot more because it was unified. The Sound of Music is such a fun movie but I don't get why there's so many warnings about it. So.. I guess you took a risk by singing a song from it? I also didn't know if doe actually was a deer so I learned something new again! I'm giving you an eight!"

"Ouch, the audience gave that a one…" Chris read. "And thank you women and Amy for giving your scores! Now, the final results are the Lethal Costumers in first! That means in addition to immunity you will get a ticket to a Mister Milton Funded performance of Make it Back Here! The riveting tale of the Donner Party in California! As for the final safe team…. The calculations have decided… that it's THE HOLLERING MIXERS! No reward for you but you're safe, so isn't that enough?"

The Lethal Costumers embraced each other in a group hug and cheered loudly. FInally they wouldn't have to go to an elimination ceremony. The Mixers cheered at safety but it was clear that there were some bitter glances a couple of the team members flashed at each other. The Grips and the Gaffers both seemed to let out mutual sighs. "Return to the elimination site in four hours."

Confessional, Owen

Was I too mean? I really really like musicals but you don't get many opportunities to go to one where I'm from. But after the musicals we usually go for a good meal. Mmm, cheesecake.

Confessional, Amy

Being real here, I could have done a much better job than any one of them. Maybe I joined the wrong season. At least if I joined this season I'd probably have the chance to get together with Justin unlike Sugar, Raihan, or any of those other chicks up there.

After Challenge

"Look guys, I think it's best if we just clean house and take out Beardo here, he doesn't do a whole lot. And his sounds are distracting," Devante exclaimed, his hands stuffed in his short pockets. He was walking alongside Carson, Jaiden, and Carrie.

"I mean it makes sense. He voted with Zee last round, it makes sense to just finish the job if you will," Carson said with a nod, looking at Carrie and Jaiden, his eyes widening. Jaiden and Carrie looked at Carson and then nodded with them.

"Yeah I agree with Carson. May as well just keep it clean and easy you know," Carrie added.

"Then it is settled, we all just vote Beardo, and move on with our lives," Devante exclaimed with a clasp of his hands. "I'll see you all later tonight then!" Devante strolled off, leaving the remaining three behind, a look of bewilderment on their faces.

Confessional, Devante

The merge can't come soon enough! This strategy is just very boring.

"So we all agree that Devante is a controlling nightmare right?" Jaiden asked, earning hurried agreements from Carson and Carrie.

"Next question is, long term, who is more of a help? Beardo or Devante?" Carson asked.

"Beardo is… a lot nicer," Carrie stated.

"But Devante at least seems to trust us," Carson argued.

"Beardo doesn't exactly have an ally right. I think for our own sanities we just vote out Devante, and keep Beardo," Jaiden mused.

"Let's just see what Beardo says. If he goes after any one of us then we'll just have to go with Devante, otherwise we can drop Devante," Carson said. The two girls nodded in agreement.

"We should also maybe form a trio alliance between us in the meantime. Since we three seem to always float together, may as well make it official right?' Jaiden said.

"Oh my god yes!" Carried exclaimed.

"Yep, I'm so in." Carson added.

Confessional, Carrie

I CAN'T BELIEVE I'M IN ANOTHER ALLIANCE!

Confessional, Jaiden

So happy to have an alliance with Carson and Carrie. I get to work with Carson who I've become close with, and I get to help Carrie with her Devin problem much easier.

"Raihan needs to go!" Sugar exclaimed, slamming her fist into her palm. The camera panned wider to show Justin walking next to her, a small eye roll appearing in his eyes.

"I don't disagree. She's a bit of a thorn in our sides. But I do think we should at least consider working with her for a vote, in order to split up the bromance," Justin mused, stuffing his hands into his pockets.

"Please, the moment we try to help that girl out, she'll go hollering to the two boys and boom one of us is taking a trip in that stupid long car!"

"You mean limousine?"

"Whatever! Either way, I am voting for Raihan tonight. You can join me if you'd like, but if you don't you will either go here, or after me."

"Sure Sugar…"

Confessional, Sugar

Buh bye four eyes!

Confessional, Justin

I'm not sure about this one… my alternative option is to vote Sugar. I'll need to consult the two boys on what they think. Sugar is incredibly volatile, which can be useful, but also detrimental, but is that better than being a third wheel?

Carson walked away from Carrie and Jaiden, giving them a brief wave as he followed in the same direction Devante went a few minutes earlier. His presence was quickly replaced by Beardo, as he stumbled over to the two ladies.

"Hey guys, if it isn't too much trouble, I was wondering if I could talk to you guys about the vote tonight," Beardo said, he was noticeably worried, as his eyes kept darting from side to side, his hands shoved into his pockets.

"You're no trouble at all Beardo!" Jaiden exclaimed, her signature bubbly smile crossing her face. "What do you need big guy?"

"I know Devante is probably targeting me. Especially after I voted for him the other day. So I was really hoping I could ask you guys if you would keep me around," Beardo said, his voice incredibly quiet.

"Are you thinking of voting for Devante again tonight?" Carrie asked, placing a hand on Beardo's shoulder.

"I'd really like to do that. He reminds me a lot of how Heather was early on in Island, I feel it'd be best that he just goes out before it's too late."

"I hear you! I can't speak for Carson, but I know we've both been fed up with Devante too, so we'll vote with you Beardo," Jaiden replied, to which Beardo reacted with a celebratory bell ring and a fist pump.

Confessional, Beardo

If all is right in the world, I will stay… I can't go out to the cartoon villain again!

"This is totally the worst dude," Wayne said to Devin as the two boys sat at one of the many picnic tables together.

"Dude I know, but at least your homie is finally safe," Devin replied, Wayne's small frown turned into a wide eyed smile.

"Yeah! I'm so glad Rajee is safe another day. Sucks that your homegirl is at the ceremony with us though."

"Yeah. I'm not worried though. I talked to Jaiden the other day, and she said Carrie was well liked. So I think she's going to be just fine."

"Hey boys, do you mind if I sit down?" Raihan asked, walking up to two boys.

"Sure Raihan!" Wayne exclaimed, patting the seat next to him, to which Raihan sat down next to the hockey boy.

"I was wondering if you guys would be willing to vote for Sugar with me? She's been incredibly rude to me, and I would really like to stay without her being here."

"I mean… I know Wayne and I would rather not lose again, if Sugar is causing problems, I'm okay with voting for her," Devin said, looking at Wayne for reassurance.

"Yeah, if she's causing chemistry issues in the locker room then yeah I would be down eh."

"She's just been all around just a bit of a b word you know. I don't want to bother you guys anymore, but please do vote for Sugar, we'd probably be a happier team with her gone."

"You're not a bother at all Rai, don't worry about it!" Wayne exclaimed.

Confessional, Raihan

It's Sugar… if I go home against Sugar… these boys are complete idiots

Confessional, Devin

Raihan raises some fair points, I just need to figure out what's the best way for me to make a swap or merge so I can team up with my home girl Carrie. I just want to get as far as possible to show Shelly up.

As Raihan left the two boys behind, her seat was quickly replaced by Justin, flipping his hair to the side and giving the two boys his winning smile. "Hey guys, I saw Raihan leaving, I assume she was pitching Sugar?"

"Yeah, she was," Devin replied.

"Makes sense, Sugar was pitching Raihan to me. So it's between one of the girls," Justin explained.

"I don't know about you guys eh, but losing twice absolutely sucks, I'd rather not lose a third. So I think we need to do what's best for the team," Wayne said, adjusting his cap.

"So which one would be better? Sugar is more physically capable, Raihan seems to be a bit more capable in the brains department," Devin mused.

"So the question becomes, which is more valuable. I feel like Total Drama deals with a lot of physical challenges, so maybe Sugar is the better option to have around," Justin stated. "It repulses me to say so but she helped her team win that one truth or dare challenge by eating a tarantula."

"I can agree with that man. You always need a bruiser in hockey," Wayne agreed.

"I mean I feel like us three are all fairly strong already. Maybe an extra bit of smarts would be good to have," Devin mused.

"It is a tough call eh, what do you think Justin?" Wayne asked.

"I think since of all of us Sugar has the most experience with Total Drama, keeping her for that alone would be worth it in my opinion."

"Then let's just do that. No reason to keep us divided then," Devin replied, as the three boys nodded.

"I'll go find Sugar and make sure she's all good, let's just keep it simple," Justin said, standing up from the table.

Confessional, Justin

I guess Raihan it is. Devin does seem smarter than he lets on, but Wayne definitely is not smarter than he lets on.

"What're you thinking homie?" Wayne asked Devin, as Justin left the table.

"I don't know. It's a tough call. Justin is right, Sugar is the most experienced. But Raihan is just a smarter and nicer person," Devin replied.

"Yeah. We gotta do what's best for the team chemistry eh. I think both have their merits for this team for us to succeed."

"I think if either go home, our chemistry will improve. Justin does seem to want Raihan gone though, so I worry that if we vote for Sugar, he'll be mad at us."

"I don't think so eh. He seems like a really mellow and chill guy, I don't think he would be mad at all."

"Then let's just do what we think gives us the best chance to win more challenges," Devin said, as he had Wayne high fived.

Confessional, Wayne

I don't know what to do. Raihan is nicer and better for team chemistry, but Sugar is overall a superior physical player. It's a tough call eh.

Confessional, Devin

I know I am not the brightest. And I view Wayne and I as a tight duo. But the man is a bit slow and indecisive. I just need him to just stick with something a bit more, because whichever way we go, we gotta own it.

"So what I'm thinking is, with Beardo gone. If we lose again, we pull in one of the girls and take out the other. But ideally we just don't lose obviously," Devante explained, as he and Carson walked along the lot grounds. Carson was silently nodding along to what Devante was saying.

"I imagine they'll do a swap at some point, maybe when sixteen of us are left or so. Since I doubt they can have us stay in this format until merge. And they haven't done a big merge in a few seasons so it will likely be at thirteen. So within that swap and merge ideally us and the two girls can bring in some new people to create a strong power alliance that we can use to mow down everyone else, and then we can slowly pick off the alliance from within…"

Carson looked dazed and lost as Devante continued to ramble on, before he quickly shook his head and looked at the shorter boy, "Let's just take each round one at a time. We can vote for Beardo here, and then if we lose we can see what happens. There's still a few rounds before a merge is even considered, so let's focus on actually getting there."

"Sure whatever," Devante said with an eye roll.

Confessional, Carson

Devante… we are at the final twenty… soon to be final eighteen. We will not merge for at least five or six more rounds, why are you talking as if we're at like the final six…. Is this what I was like?

"Excited to go home four eyes?" Sugar exclaimed. She and Raihan had been left alone to head to the elimination ceremony. Raihan walked in front of Sugar, but stopped in her tracks, turning around and staring down at Sugar.

"Whether it's me or you going tonight, I'll be glad to be away from you!"

"You mean when it's you?"

"I hope I don't become as sad as you. Needing to put others down to make yourself feel better," Raihan exclaimed, scoffing at Sugar.

"Please. You wish you could be as beautiful as me," Sugar replied, doing a flip of her hair with her hand.

"Unless you were in the pageant for biggest slobs, I don't know how you won anything,"

"You take that back!"

"No, I'm good. Good luck tonight Sugar, maybe it'll be a good thing if you go home, you can't ruin your reputation anymore," Raihan confidently stated, heel-turning herself away from Sugar and continuing to walk forward to the ceremony with a bit of a pep in her step.

Confessional, Raihan

Mom… Dad… when I get home I would like to sign up for a boxing class. No real reason… other than THAT WAS SO EXHILARATING! Her face was so funny!

Confessional, Sugar

She sucks…. I am so much better than her and everyone knows it! I know it! And I can't wait to see her face when she goes home!

Elimination Ceremony

"Welcome in Gaffers and Grips!" Chris exclaimed as the ten campers filed into their respective bleachers. "As you all know, you will vote on these wonderful devices that Chef is handing out. As the Gaffers did worse in today's challenge I will read their votes first, and that individual will get twentieth, and the Grips will be read second and that camper will get nineteenth."

Chef finished passing out the voting devices, as he did so each camper placed their finger down on the person they wanted to eliminate. Some a bit more aggressively than others.

"Alright. All the votes have been cast. As I said I will start with the Gaffers. If any of you have an immunity idol and would like to play it, now is the time to do so!" Chris exclaimed.

No one made a move for anything, Devante stared down Beardo the whole time, as Beardo stared at Devante quietly humming the Jeopardy theme song to himself.

"Alright I'll read the votes!"

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"FIRST VOTE… Beardo."

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"SECOND VOTE… Devante." Devante shot Beardo a glare..

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"THIRD VOTE… Devante." Devante's eyes widened in shock as he looked towards Carson, Jaiden, and Carrie who all continued to stare ahead towards Chris, avoiding Devante's eyes.

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"FOURTH VOTE… and the fifth person voted out of Total Drama Action… Devante."

"You know I'd say well played, but mark my words this will come back to bite each and every single one of you!" Devante exclaimed, jabbing his finger towards Carson, Jaiden, and Carrie.

"Please, there's more to this game than just strategy Devante. You actually have to be a decent person to have allies!" Jaiden exclaimed, earning a high five from Carrie.

"Whatever, I can;t wait to see each of you follow me right out the door!" Devante shouted, stomping his way to the Lame-O-Sine, he stepped inside, and Chef slammed the door on him.

"Alright, after that fiery exit, onto the Grips! Again if anyone has a hidden immunity idol and would like to play it now would be the time to do so!" Chris exclaimed. Sugar and Raihan stared daggers at each other, while the three boys looked incredibly nervous, their eyes darting between the two girls.

"Alright I'll read the votes!"

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"FIRST VOTE… Raihan."

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"FOURTH VOTE… and the sixth person voted out of Total Drama Action… Raihan."

"Ugh that sucks, oh well, I get it, you guys gotta do what's best for you," Raihan said standing up from her seat.

"I'm so sorry Rai! I didn't want to vote you out!" Wayne sobbed, giving Raihan a massive bear hug. Raihan's eyes expanded greatly as she looked at Wayne sobbing on her shoulders. She extended an awkward hand out.

"It's alright Wayne, just keep going! It's… not too personal," Raihan hesitated. "It wasn't all bad, I made friends and I see you're a good guy. Keep it together for Raj."

"You're right! Thanks Rai!" Wayne exclaimed, letting go of her.

"And Devin, keep kicking butt, don't worry about what Shelley thinks!" Raihan exclaimed, giving the boy a high five.

"And Sugar, screw you!" Raihan exclaimed, flipping Sugar off as she got into the Lame-O-Sine, to which Sugar returned. Justin face palmed as he stole a glance over to the Gaffers, who looked as though they were only missing a bucket of popcorn watching the exchange between Raihan and Sugar.

"Another set of fiery eliminations and blindsides! With us now being under twenty campers left, the game is quickly heating up as the numbers shrink. Will the Mixers ever lose? Or will we see multiple ceremonies of only four campers. Only time will tell. And what will Shawn do with his idol? Will any more idols be found? Or will they be left behind. Find out next time on TOTAL DRAMA ACTION!"

Final Confessional, Devante

I would say I'm shocked, but I was obviously too big of a threat to keep around, and I'm glad these people wisened up and started seeing that and playing the game. I would say I'm rooting for someone, but I'm not, they're all still idiots in my book. Had they listened to me we'd be running the game, but now they're stuck with Beardo, which almost for sure will backfire.

Final Confessional, Raihan

Well… I am a bit disappointed I ended out already. I really expected to make it much further. But it's such a major achievement to even get on this show, and I can certainly say that in my short time in this game, I did manage to make a new friend and I really feel like I've started to come out of my shell and I've come to realize that no one can be perfect all the time, and it's all just a matter of how I bounce back from failures and how I view myself, rather than what anyone else thinks!

Votes

Breado: Fool me once, shame on me, but you are not fooling me twice. Devante

Carrie: You make this game way too stressful. Devante

Carson: At least this isn't a Dawn situation again… I hope. Devante

Devante: Why you were brought back is beyond me, you are utterly incompetent at this game. Beardo

Jaiden: I don't tolerate bullies, and I especially don't tolerate people who talk down to me. Devante

Devin: I'm sorry Raihan, it just wasn't meant to be. Raihan

Justin: In a different universe you end up on a different team and thrive. Sadly you ended up with Sugar. Raihan

Raihan: F*** you. Sugar

Sugar: You are like the annoying little sister I never asked for. Good riddance. Raihan

Wayne: You should not be cut from this team, but we got no other choice. Raihan

Reviews

SuperSonicHeroes: (Trygve): With the doubles we mostly just felt it could both be an added twist for the season, as well as a way to get us through the early stages a tad faster so the season isn't drawn out like Island was. And some genres will end up being skipped just on the basis of there's going to be less episodes/no reward challenges basically as well. So we're picking and choosing which genres we want to work with. Chase initially was going to go a bit further but we felt his story didn't need the extra episodes in comparison to some others, and with Zee with him going far in canon twice we felt that he could be used as a solid early game boot that served as a plot device for the Gaffers dynamics.

(Rj): Thanks for being understanding about the double eliminations. I hope you enjoy the new genres and adjustments in the order because it's going to persist through the season. We did want to see Chase more but there's only so much to see him. Zee is my favorite of the 2023 cast, but when Total Drama in the Blendedverse has evolved to be more strategic, he just fell by the wayside.

LordGemini (Trygve): With the genres as I mentioned to SuperSonic, with less episodes and challenges we gotta pick and choose the genres we want to work with. And with 2023, of the 6 none of them are exactly the best players. We don't hate them but just due to some of their personalities they naturally had to fall to the wayside early and be more characters in the early stages. Also with the Beardo and Zee scene, following Island, Beardo is a lot more cautious with liars in general so for him a lie from an ally is a bit like alarm bells going off, at least initially. With the elimination, Carson this season is trying not to be as wishy washy as he was in ROTI, hence why he felt a loyalty to Devante despite not being a big fan. And you are right Raihan and Devante bit the dust here, another reason for the doubles is to make sure that even the obvious eliminations that come with the pre swap don't end up in a lull like they did at times in season's past.

(Rj): The thing about the Beardo and Zee thing was also a warning for Zee from Beardo in the game. Unfortunately Zee didn't last long enough to help out. These doubles make it unfortunate for the obvious boots, but it still looks like you're enjoying the episodes.

24th: Lauren: 5-1

23rd: Anne Maria: 4-2

22nd: Chase: 4-1

21st: Zee: 4-2

20th: Devante: 4-1

19th: Raihan: 4-1

Teams

Hollering Mixers: Courtney, Ella, Shawn, Angelo, Emma, Hilde

Screaming Gaffers: Beardo, Carson, Jaiden, Carrie

Killer Grips: Justin, Sugar, Devin, Wayne

Lethal Costumers: Carmen, Sky, Tem, Raj