"Welcome back to Total Drama Island. Last time we watched each contestant attempt to conquer their fears. Some succeeded… others not so much. The Killer Bass lost the Fear Factor challenge last episode no thanks to multiple people failing their fears… especially Izzy crashing and burning quite literally in a plane. Ultimately Izzy's ally Heather gave up on the crazy red head letting her go in a nine to two vote. Heather and Izzy tossed some votes at Marilyn in hopes that she blows up her own game. Will that strategy pay off? Will the Bass continue to lose? And will another blindside happen soon? Find out on this new episode of TOTAL DRAMA ISLAND!
Theme Song
The camera suddenly jolted to a shot of a mysterious island that had a massive skull on its main mountain. As the camera shifted across the water and up the dock, it showed the twenty-one campers standing in front of Chris awaiting his instruction.
"Bass, Gophers, today's challenge is a true summer camp experience. A canoe trip. You'll be paddling your canoes across the lake... To Boney Island! When you get there, you must portage your canoes to the other side of the island, which is about a two-hour hike through a treacherous, dense jungle." Chris explained as the camera panned across the contestants faces, some worried others were written with no emotion on their faces.
Confessional, Duncan
I'm surprised everyone knows what portage means… there's always that one idiot that doesn't know what a somewhat uncommon word means.
"When you arrive at the other end of the island, you'll build a rescue fire that will be judged by me. Once I approve of the fire you can take your canoes and paddle back to the beach to win invincibility! First team back WINS! Move, campers, move! Oh, wait! One more thing I should mention. Legend has it, if you take ANYTHING off the island, you'll be cursed forever!" Chris continued sending the campers on their way.
The campers walked down to the beach to see a set of red and green canoes indicating their team colors. Pairs began to form in the group on who was going with who.
"Hey Brick, wanna pair up!?" Trent called over to the army cadet.
"Sure Trent," Brick replied, walking over to a canoe and being quickly followed by the musician. Sammy looked on in disappointment wanting to team up with Brick but Jasmine and Shawn walked over to her and had her join them in their boat
Confessional, Trent
I like Brick. I think he's a really noble guy and a great guy to have as an ally. He's loyal to a fault which is great for me and Ryan. I wanted to get closer with Brick so I decided to pair off with him instead of Ryan for the day.
Confessional, Brick
I trust Trent, he seems like a nice guy and seems to really want our team to succeed. Him, and Ryan seem like a duo I can put my trust into for the long run. Along with Sammy
Confessional, Sammy
I really do like Brick but I don't know if I want it to be more or if I want to wait until after the competition to explore that.
Duncan and Courtney had paired up, which Scott wasn't totally for but Duncan said that he wanted to make Courtney feel more comfortable in the alliance but whether there were more reasons to coincide with that he didn't know.
"Farm boy you look like you need a partner," Leshawna called out to Scott.
"Yeah… I do," Scott tentatively replied.
"Well let's go. Do you need an invitation honey?" Leshawna exclaimed, waving the farmer over.
"No ma'am." Scott walked over to a nearby boat and started to push it out to sea as Leshawna hopped inside of it.
As the campers paired off with each other. Zoey with Cameron, Jackson with Katie, and Dave with Sky. Marilyn reluctantly went with Heather both agreeing to put up and shut up while Ryan was placed with Scarlett.
Confessional, Marilyn
Fuck…
Confessional, Heather
This.
Confessional, Ryan
I don't like Scarlett. But if sitting in a boat with her for like twenty minutes gets her to trust me more, then sure I'll do it. I mean it's for a million bucks. I'll put up with any of these lunatics for that money.
As the twenty-one campers began to row their boats towards the creepy island the camera panned to the unlikely duo of Scott and Leshawna.
"You know Scott… I've thought about what you and Courtney have been sayin' and I'm in," Leshawna spoke in a hushed voice making sure the other competitors didn't hear. "But I think you and I both know where we stand in that alliance."
"And where would that be?" Scott asked, in a similar hushed tone.
"I mean I think you can see Duncan and Courtney are a bit closer than they let on. Could throw a wrench into your plans."
"How does that ruin my plans? If anything, it could provide a bit of a benefit."
"Sugar… don't think I didn't notice. You want to be the villain but with those two being a power couple, they'll get all the credit."
"Okay. Say you're right. How do you propose we work together? We're polar opposites."
"Courtney and Duncan won't tell me everything, but they'll tell you. And any information I get from the other group I can tell you. We just pool our information and do what's best for us."
"Ok yeah sure, but then where does Heather fit into all of this?"
"I hate that I am saying this, but we can pull her to us over Duncan and Courtney, and then we control what goes on. I know you could care less what Heather says or does."
"Hmmm. Alright I'm in. We'll run this game."
"It's a done deal."
Confessional, Scott
I've come to realize that as much as I want to be the villain I can't. Heather is a villain, Duncan looks like one, Scarlett seems to be the Gopher Villain, and people like Courtney are so strategy oriented that they may as well be considered a villain. I think I need to pivot away from my original strategy and maybe team up with someone… like Leshawna. I'll ride this wave for as long as I can but Duncan is my number one right now.
Confessional, Leshawna
Do I trust Scott… no I don't. Am I going to betray him… no not yet. Do I think he's a good player… yes somehow this farmboy is good at this game. I doubt he's aware that Courtney and I have a deal between us, and I'd like to keep it that way. I'd rather the farm boy think he has three people fully committed to him rather than one or even zero.
After some strategy talk from Leshawna and Scott the camera turned to Heather and Marilyn, who looked like they would rather be anywhere else.
"Couldn't you at least try an row the boat," Marilyn complained to the queen bee.
"No. That's for people like you to do."
"And what's that supposed to mean!?" Marilyn asked, anger rising in her.
"I'm not Chloe, I just mean people who are strong and invest in themselves should use that strength to help pretty people like me," Heather exclaimed, as she pulled out a pocket mirror and some lipstick.
"Would you SHUT UP!" Heather's eyes seemed to widen a bit whether it was because of shock or fear it was unknown but one thing was for sure Marilyn was pissed. "The only reason you're still here is because everyone else has screwed up worse than you. You have a zero percent chance at winning this game."
"We'll see about that… but in the meanwhile. You should keep rowing, we're falling behind." Marilyn mumbled some incoherent cursing under her breath.
Confessional, Marilyn
Heather… is by far the worst human being left on this show. Like Chloe was an idiot and pushed her beliefs on everyone but at least she wasn't mean twenty-four seven.
"Hey, was it always this foggy?" Beth asked no one in particular.
"No… I think this is new…" Ryan replied, his rowing slowing down to observe his surroundings.
"Then I think we can assume that by this eerie fog that we've arrived," Scarlett surmised.
The teams arrived onto the beach looking for the paths to the other side of the island. Each group picked up their canoes and started running with them on top of their heads. Eventually there came a fork in the path.
"Hey guys?" Tem asked nervously. "I think I heard something…" Time seemed to come to a stand still as everyone paused and looked around for the mysterious figures.
"WOOLY BEAVERS!" Katie screamed.
Confessional, Chris
A remnant of the Pleistocene Era, the wooly beaver is a day-active rodent indigenous to Boney Island. Oh yeah, and they're meat eaters.
Confessional, Cameron
I thought these things were extinct! It's actually very cool to see some unknown wildlife… IF THEY WEREN'T TRYING TO EAT US!
A Scooby Doo like chase scene sparked up as the two teams ran away from the beavers. Going from hiding behind trees to running through the path dodging tree branches the two teams came across two differing paths.
"Which way should we go!?" Leshawna asked.
"Let's go right. The path looks more clear," Courtney stated in a panic, as the Bass followed her and Leshawna down the right path.
"Hey the Bass are going right, maybe we should go left," Trent suggested.
"Can't argue with that logic," Ryan agreed as the Gophers went left at the fork.
The beavers stopped chasing the two teams of campers seemingly disinterested with the chase or knowing of something the campers didn't. As the Gophers walked along the path Dave had managed to get a moment to talk with Sky..
"I don't trust her Sky, she's way too close with Scarlett," Dave argued.
"I get that you're worried Dave but you just need to relax and trust people, but if you're really worried go and talk to Beth," Sky replied. "She doesn't seem like the type to lash out."
"It's bad enough that all of these germs are out here. But having to worry about what other people are doing also is just crazy. I need to make sure she's not actively working against us," Dave continued on.
"Dave… relax… Tem, Jasmine, and Shawn trust us. We're doing fine.. And besides, I especially trust you Dave."
"Really?" Dave asked.
"Really." Sky smiled, pecking Dave on the cheek causing the germaphobe to blush. Meanwhile Sky silently burped as she kept walking forward.
Confessional, Sky
Oh no...it's happening again, I'm here burping because a cute guy I like is talking. I have to tell him sooner or later! I don't want to break his heart but (she burps, ending the confessional)
Confessional, Dave
Sky is like… wow just wow.
The Bass, after running away from the massive beavers were taking a small break to catch their breath. Some were panting harder than others and some people namely Heather were struggling with catching their breaths. Leshawna took the time to talk to Marilyn who seemed almost perfectly normal after the beaver scare.
"What up girl?" Leshawna asked the female jock.
"Nothing much. Just running from prehistoric beavers is all," Marilyn replied, Leshawna chuckled at the statement.
"Look, let's get down to business as we don't have much time. But we're both strong females kicking butt in this competition."
"We are kicking butt, but what's your point? I know you didn't just come to me to just say I'm the toughest girl here."
"Look. I think we should form an alliance. We're both tough and strong competitors here. So as soon as, probably ,Heather goes we're probably next on the chopping block."
"I like the idea of an alliance but what are you insinuating with Heather?"
"We keep her around as a sort of a meat shield."
"Seriously?!"
"I know it sucks. But As long as she's here we're for sure safe."
"Ugh, I… she's just ugh."
"I know girl. But as long as she's here we can bring her life to hell too."
"Hmmm… you are right… Oh this will be fun." Marilyn rubbed her hands together, a diabolical plan seemingly forming in her head.
"I'll leave you to it then."
Confessional, Leshawna
I know y'all want me to win this season. I mean I'm the most sane person here. But I'm gonna get my hands in all the alliances like people get their hands in all the fixin's in a thanksgiving dinner
Confessional, Marilyn
For as long as Heather is here, I'll be having the time of my life MWAHAHAHAHA.
The Gophers were walking through the maze of Boney Island dodging branches and other… questionable animals that were on the island. A paired up Brick and Trent started talking about their own lives in order to grow closer to each other as they were now alliance partners through Ryan.
"So Trent, what got you into music?" Brick asked the musician.
"My grandfather actually. He taught me guitar and everything. Sadly he passed away when I was young," Trent explained, a look of sadness crossing his face.
"I'm so sorry for your loss."
"No, it's cool. He gifted me a toy train just before he passed. Sadly a wheel fell off of it. Man was I mad about that," Trent laughed.
"Really? Were you ever able to repair it?"
"No, but my mom said the number nine was my lucky number so I kinda just rolled with it."
"Well I guess there's a positive in everything."
"Yeah one could say that. So… why'd you get into the military?" Trent asked Brick.
"It's actually a family… I guess tradition. My dad and grandpa served in the military, Vietnam and a bit in the Gulf war, so I intend to follow in their footsteps," Brick replied with a shrug.
"That's really cool man. But why'd you come onto this show?"
"I wanted to test my physical skills and I thought that a game like this would make it fun. I figured that I'd stand out as a strong soldier among everyone else… but, voting people off your own platoon sucks."
"I know, but hey every time we do it gets us one step closer to that million dollar prize," Trent shrugged.
"Yeah I guess, maybe if I do well I can start my own business with my fame," Brick started to dream.
"What sort of business?"
"Well…"
"Hey woah, I'm sinking. What is this? Quicksand?" Trent shouted as he began sinking into the ground.
"No it's concrete," Dave sarcastically remarked.
Confessional, Trent
Of course I start talking about my nine thing and immediately I end up in quicksand. You cannot be serious
"Now's not the time to make those comments mate," Jasmine replied. "We gotta get him outta there." Jasmine attempted to reach in and grab him but he was just out of his reach. Then all of a sudden Shawn came out of nowhere yelling at the top of his lungs swinging from a vine. He managed to miss Trent's hand smashing head on into a tree leaving him as dazed as a zombie. But Trent was able to grab the vine and pull himself out of the quicksand pit.
Confessional, Chris
Haha. Can you believe they fell for that?! Haha, I set it up, but I didn't think anyone would walk into it! Haha, that's just great! Haha.
Confessional, Tem
A lot of words to describe what happened. Though I guess the most appropriate would be WHAT THE FUCK?!
"Shawn, that was amazing. Where'd you learn to do that?" Jasmine feigned a sense of amazement.
"Well I watch a few zombie movies here and there," Shawn said, with a massive stretch of his arms and back trying to act casual.
"That's so cool Shawn, you have to teach me some time."
"I'll.. make a note of that," Shawn blushed.
Confessional, Scarlett
(Pretends to gag on something)
Confessional, Jasmine
That was a complete and utter failure, but Shawn's kinda cool so I can fake amazement for him, even if I've seen way more impressive things back home
Confessional, Shawn
I CAN'T BELIEVE SHE WAS IMPRESSED WITH THAT! I AM SO HAPPY!
The two teams arrived at the beach at around the same time to only be greeted by Chris in a helicopter and two mats, one red and one green for each of the respective teams.
"Welcome campers to part two of your challenge." Chris shouted through a megaphone. "You guys are aiming to create a fire suitable for an SOS signal. So you'll need to gather firewood and materials to make a fire. As soon as I deem your fire fit your team may take your canoes and row them back to camp. First team back to camp wins. READY! SET! GO!"
The teams scrambled for firewood. Some going for small twigs and others going for larger logs. However it seemed as though that the Bass had no worry for a fire source as none of their members came back with any sort of flint or fire starter type of rock, meanwhile most of the Gophers were struggling to find any semblance of a fire starter.
A brief camera shot showed Shawn tinkering with a mess of natural resources, a yellow sap leaking onto his hands and sticks protruding in different angles up in the air.
"What do you have there, Shawn?" Tem cautiously walked up.
"I'm building a... sap bomb if you will," Shawn replied, not even looking up at the girl.
"And what would this 'sap bomb' do?"
"Let's just say it'll blow this race wide open."
"Right… well I'll just have to take your word for it," Tem stammered before she blinked and decided to trust him… a good twenty feet away.
Confessional, Tem
He's either not sane or too crafty for his own good. It's one of the two or both of them, just not sure which…. But I do lean towards the non sane option at this time.
Confessional, Shawn
As a survivalist I take pride in being able to build fires and stuff like that. But my team is full of idiots. Like seriously how do you not know how to build a tree sap bomb. You signed up for this show knowing you had to survive, right?! (He throws his hands up in the air in annoyance)
Katie, Jackson, Marilyn, Zoey, and Cameron bent over their gradually growing fire in a circle. They kept fanning the flames to help it grow further and further. Katie's hand slipped and she knocked a small pebble away. "Hey, did you guys see this?" Katie asked the group while she pointed to some sort of tiki statue.
"It looks like some ancient wooden sculpture," Jackson replied, analyzing it.
"Yeah it does. Maybe we should keep it for luck?" Katie suggested, reaching for the sculpture.
"How about… no," Jackson deadpanned
"Why not?" Katie asked, retracting her hand
"Remember what McClain said about taking stuff off of the island?"
"Oh yeah. Didn't he say not to take anything?"
"Pretty much."
"Meh we may as well just throw it in the fire," Katie said, picking up the statue and tossing it into the now lit fire pit.
Confessional, Jackson
Another rule of horror movies. Listen to the obvious advice from the adults. No matter how dumb they may seem.
Confessional, Katie
I can't imagine what would have happened if I kept that tiki. Maybe we go on a losing streak? Or even worse, I get voted off for it. That would suck!
"Hey how'd they light their fire so fast?" Ryan questioned, which to his question Duncan revealed a lighter.
"Never said lighters weren't allowed. Edge Killer Bass," Chris stated to the camera
Confessional, Duncan
Crime pays what can I say (He shrugged)
Confessional, Beth
(She sighs) Rules are rules… but shouldn't they have confiscated that thing a while ago? Seems like a hazard to let the criminal keep a lighter.
After another couple of minutes the Bass started feeding more wood to the fire to help it grow, and grow, and grow. A looming sense of warmth and heat started to go over them as they started to celebrate. Eventually Chris shouted, "Bass you're good to go go go!"
In response Shawn sprung into action with his 'Sap Bomb', "Alright guys stand back, this is about to go boom."
"Are you really sure this is safe?" Tem asked, as she scurried herself behind a rock.
"Of course. Why wouldn't it be?" Shawn replied all too cheerfully.
"Ok then…" Tem ducked behind the rock.
"Alright then, time to blow this joint!" Shawn shouted, tossing the sap ball into the fire causing a massive explosion that went as high as Chris's helicopter.
"Well with that MASSIVE explosion, the Gophers can go to their canoes and head back to camp." Chris yelled through his megaphone. "Dakota I guess will be cleaning off my helicopter tonight," Chris cackled to himself.
Confessional, Tem
He practiced THAT a lot. Shawn is almost as crazy as that Izzy chick.
Confessional, Zoey
I thought we voted off the flight risk last night!
With both teams now on the return trip to Camp Wawanawkwa things were heating up. The Bass had the lead thanks to Duncan's lighter but all were mindful of the fact that all things could change at the drop of a hat. As they continued their pace, the Gophers were slowly catching up behind them.
"Come on guys let's go. Stroke, stroke, stroke!" Courtney commanded, attempting to make sure that the Bass would not have to visit yet another bonfire ceremony. The Bass hurried their strokes up trying to keep ahead of the Gophers.
The Gophers however were still hot on the Bass' tail, with Jasmine and Brick leading their team to potential greatness… or potential failure. However that was yet to be determined. "Let's go mates! Keep those paddles moving!" Jasmine exclaimed as she powered her boat forward, closer to the Bass.
"Stroke, stroke, stroke!" Courtney continued.
"Would you shut up princess, no one wants to listen to your yapping," Duncan scoffed, continuing to paddle.
"And why should I listen to a delinquent?" Courtney said, shooting a glare towards Duncan.
"SHUT IT COURTNEY!" The Bass yelled. Courtney stared in shock at her team, she didn't say a word for the rest of the return trip.
Confessional, Courtney
I'm so used to being in charge. Like I used to be a C.I.T and the school president in Junior High. But maybe I shouldn't lead this team… No, no Courtney, you're a good leader. Just believe in yourself and tune the others out. Besides you got that alliance with Duncan and Scott to fall back on. And you have a side deal with Leshawna. You're fine Courtney.
Confessional, Jackson
Usually the leader goes down with the ship. Assuming we lose today Courtney may be following that movie trope…. What? I watch other movies.
"Come on Gophers. We can do this. Let's go!" Jasmine shouted, attempting to motivate her team.
"Yeah what Jasmine said guys. We can win this, let's go!" Brick added.
"Less talking, more rowing please," Tem groaned as she and Scarlett struggled to keep pace with the others.
Confessional, Ryan
The motivational speeches are great and all, but like you're supposed to do that before the challenge… not while we're doing the challenge... and losing.
Confessional, Jasmine
I'd like to think the motivation is helping the team keep up. It's a miracle we're even in this at all right now given their head start.
Then if things weren't already bad enough for the Gophers, a fish jumped into Dave and Sky's boat causing Dave to go into a panic attack and start freaking out, panicking he let go of his oar to try and get the fish out of his lap;
"No, not a fish. Those things can cause bacterial infections. Like Mycobacterium, Erysipelothrix, Campylobacter, Aeromonas, Vibrio, Edward…" Dave panicked, before Sky slapped him across the face as if to signal for him to get his act together. Sky then grabbed the fish and threw it into the water and the pair continued to row in silence, as Dave sat there bright red in embarrassment.
Confessional, Sky
(Slaps her forehead repeatedly.)
Confessional, Dave
As someone who is VERY afraid of germs I have to know my diseases. My health teachers adore me for knowing my stuff there. Although health being my best grade probably isn't the best. Heh heh.
The Killer Bass were zooming their way to a victory ahead of the Gophers. They worked like a well oiled machine. Rowing their boats in sync. Even Heather was complying with the team effort. They weren't going as fast as they could've as they probably could've had someone swim behind the boats, but they didn't have anyone strong enough for that. On top of that Cameron had to stop rowing as he could barely lift an oar to begin with.
The Gophers were not working like a well oiled machine. They were working at the equivalent of… a broken down rusted over machine. The literal complete opposite of the Bass. The Gophers were more or less fumbling their way to the finish line but it wouldn't matter when they crossed as the Bass were well ahead of them. It'd take a miracle for them to win and continue their winning streak. Dave was still freaked out about the fish, Scarlett was not trying, Tem and Beth were struggling to row. It was an all around disaster. They would need a miracle to win.
However that miracle never came as the Bass crossed the finish line not long later. Meaning the Bass end their losing streak. The Gophers would cross a few minutes later allowing Chris to announce the very obvious winner.
"And the Killer Bass end their losing streak with a win against the Screaming Gophers!" Chris announced leaving the Bass into a cheering mess. "Gophers, I'll be seeing you guys at the bonfire ceremony tonight where the eighth person will be kicked off the show."
Confessional, Dave
This challenge absolutely SUCKED. The amount of dirt that got on me was just…. Too much…. Too much. I NEED HAND SANITIZER!
Confessional, Scarlett
This challenge was not something I was very gifted at. That said, this loss allows me to eliminate a possible nuisance down the line.
Confessional, Cameron
I AM SAFE! I have made the top twenty! Bubble boy can't be voted off! I know after today my weakness shined through, and with all of the out of place campers gone, I know eyes are back on me, and man… is it scary.
As the campers dried off and cleaned themselves up Dave and Beth found themselves sitting side by side outside of the communal washrooms.
"So…." Dave started, rubbing the back of his head as his anxiety spiked. "Thoughts on the vote?"
"None really," Beth replied with a shrug. "I was going to ask Scarlett and some others what they thought."
"Oh," Dave deadpanned. "Well who do you think Scarlett has in mind?"
"I don't know… maybe Tem? She's been a bit distrusting of her lately."
"Oh… why's that?"
"She mentioned being a bit suspicious of her after the Ella vote, but she didn't say anything else," Beth replied, as she said this, Sky left the communal bathroom and took a seat next to Dave and Beth. "I should get cleaned up, good chat Dave!"
Confessional, Beth
Hopefully I did the right thing talking to Dave about that. I really want to make sure we get through this vote, and I doubt everyone will be on the same page, so just need to make sure everyone votes together.
Confessional, Dave
I don't exactly trust Beth… especially after that conversation, she seems fully loyal to Scarlett.
"What was that about?" Sky asked the neat freak as she dried off her hair with a towel.
"Beth said that Scarlett is going to be going after Tem tonight," Dave replied, trying to keep from staring at the gymnast.
"That's not good, we need to talk to Jasmine and Shawn right away and make sure that doesn't happen!" Sky exclaimed.
"Yeah I know. Safe to say Beth is not a vote we can rely on."
"Agreed. Us, plus Jasmine, Shawn and Tem, if we get one more that would be a majority."
"Scarlett and Beth are a no go. Ryan and Trent?"
"Something is off with them. They seem to dislike Scarlett, but spend a little too much time with her. Sammy or Brick are likely a safer bet."
"Aren't they a pair? And isn't Brick good with the guys?"
"Brick and Jasmine also seem like they respect each other as leaders. It could be worth a shot."
"I guess."
Confessional, Sky
Time to put out game faces on. It's showtime!
Confessional, Dave
I trust her with my life. If I can get to the final two with her, it would be perfect! The girl and one of us gets the money, it would be a dream.
Meanwhile Sammy and Tem were having a similar conversation about the vote, as the pair sat side by side at a picnic table near the cabins.
"Look Sammy I know you're close with Scarlett, but she's a major snake and she shouldn't be trusted," Tem stated, placing her hands palms down on the table.
"I don't know… Scarlett has done a lot for me…" Sammy replied, grabbing her arm and nervously looking down.
"Look at what happened to Noah and Ella. Who was behind both of those eliminations?" Tem asked.
"Scarlett…" Sammy replied hesitantly.
"And when Noah was eliminated, why was he eliminated?" Tem asked.
"Because he was targeting the girls I think," .
"Right. But that wasn't true. Noah was targeting Scarlett, because he saw her journal. And then Scarlett turned around and got rid of Noah because of that."
"Ok. So Noah saw her journal. I mean it doesn't mean Scarlett is a bad person. Maybe she just didn't want embarrassing secrets to get out."
"If those secrets were her ideal boot order then sure."
"Really?! And she didn't tell me about that? I don't know, it all seems rather fishy to me."
"Look, I think the numbers are there to take Scarlett out. If Noah wasn't lying, wouldn't you feel better knowing that there is no way a snake could be left on this team if Noah and now Scarlett were out."
"I don't know, I just don't know if Scarlett would do that."
"Trust me Sammy, she would."
Confessional, Tem
I don't trust Scarlett at all and I hope Sammy comes to my side because I have a hunch that this vote will be close.
Confessional, Sammy
I want to talk to Beth about this, because this all seems so weird. Has Scarlett been lying this whole time? Or was Noah and now Tem just trying to stir the pot?
Confessional, Scarlett
Tem has slowly grown into a thorn in my side. Ever since the Noah vote she has been stirring the pot against me I've noticed. With my alliance with the two girls and with the boys I should be safe. But I need to ensure my safety here or else my teammates may make a regrettable decision.
Scarlett, seeing Trent by himself strumming his guitar, took the opportunity to discuss the vote.
"Hey Trent, I just wanted to make sure our vote is locked in for tonight," Scarlett asked, strolling up to the musician, her hands behind her back as if she was a professor giving a lecture.
"Yeah I think it is. We should have six votes tonight. You, myself, Ryan, Brick, and Beth. But Sammy is the swing vote most likely. Maybe Brick too actually," Trent replied with a shrug.
"That is true. She has been pretty close with that group recently. I just hope that the bond I established with her early on holds here and she keeps me safe over Tem."
"I think she'll vote with us. She's really close with Beth and Brick, so she has incentive to stay on our side."
"I'd hope so. You can't help but feel paranoid in this game. But with all these bonds Sammy's making. We may have to take her out at some point." Scarlett half joked.
"Yeah… maybe. But I don't really want to piss Brick off any time soon," Trent stated, finally placing his guitar down and leaning forward towards the red head. "Dude is a wholesome guy, but he is a military guy at the end of the day, I'm sure he's got some fighting training."
"Yeah that is probably for the best. We need to ensure Brick's loyalty now, so we can make sure he sticks with us in the long run."
"He's a loyal guy. He won't be backstabbing anyone anytime soon," Trent reassured.
"This is probably true. I don't want to overthink this but I just can't help it sometimes. You should probably check in with the boys, and I will do the same with the girls. That would be the smart thing to do."
"Of course."
Confessional, Trent
I can't wait for her to overplay herself out of this game. I legit can't stand her... is this why the nerdy people with glasses aren't popular at school? Because they're all like Scarlett? Nooooo that can't be the case.
"It's about time we establish something," Jasmine exclaimed, dropping her hand onto the Mess Hall table. The camera zoomed out away from her to show Shawn and Tem on either side of her, and Dave and Sky across from them.
"Agreed!" Tem exclaimed. "We've all been kind of wanting to work together, it's about time we established something."
"Let's hurry up before the others see, if Scarlett or Beth see us in here, then there's no way we could win over anyone else," Dave stated, looking over his shoulder towards the door.
"Has anyone talked to Sammy or Brick yet?" Sky asked. "Ryan and Trent already seem kind of with Scarlett."
"I talked to Sammy earlier. She seemed a bit naive to Scarlett's activities. I don't know if we can win her over, but maybe someone else should check in," Tem mused.
"Shawn and I can talk to her and Brick. A pair talking to a pair may put them more at ease," Jasmine stated, earning a side glance from Shawn.
"Are we sure Brick won't just side with Ryan and Trent?" Dave asked.
"Who knows, I trust that Jasmine and I can persuade them to join our zombie fighting cause," Shawn exclaimed, earning a few eyebrow raises from Sky, Dave and Tem.
"Sounds good then mates!" Jasmine cheered, standing up from her seat, towering over the others.
Confessional, Shawn
I'm glad we have an alliance officially formed now, it's good to have some comfort among people you can trust. Especially for the zombie apocalypse.
Confessional, Tem
If we make it through this vote, I have so much faith in this alliance. I just pray it works out.
"You guys really want to go for Tem?' Brick asked Ryan and Trent, as the trio walked their way through the quickly darkening forest. "I know she struggled in the challenge today, but she put in the effort."
"Obviously Scarlett didn't try that hard, but we need her brain to go against Cameron's if there is ever a challenge like that," Trent explained, shoving his hands into his jean pockets.
"Besides, Tem is stirring the pot a bit," Ryan lied. "She's been throwing Scarlett under the bus, saying that the whole Noah thing was a sham."
"Noah was fairly adamant that Scarlett was lying about that though," Brick mused, looking down at his feet. "I don't know, I'd rather keep the people that really put in the effort you know."
"I get that Brick. But like I think that keeping someone as smart as Scarlett could prove way more useful than not you know?" Trent added.
"Obviously, do what you think is best for you Brick. But I think eliminating Tem is our best option moving forward," Ryan said, clasping his hands together, as Brick continued to look at the ground.
Confessional, Brick
I'm not too sure about this. Scarlett basically gave up on the challenge today. Sure Tem didn't perform well either, but at least she tried, but I don't want to betray my friends either.
Confessional, Ryan
Brick is a great guy, but a great guy isn't cut out for this. I don't know which part of his heart he'll go with tonight. But I hope it's the one that sides with us.
The camera followed Brick as he waved goodbye to Ryan and Trent, his eyes seemed to light up as he saw what looked like some blonde hair in the distance. As he approached Sammy, he also saw Jasmine and Shawn talking to her. The pair seeing Brick waved the cadet over, which he happily accepted jogging over and standing at ease next to Sammy, who let a soft smile slip out noticing the cadet.
"Hey Brick mate!" Jasmine exclaimed. "We were just telling Sammy that we want y'all to vote with us against Scarlett."
"Us as in, Dave, Sky, me, Jasmine, Tem, and you guys," Shawn added, earning a nod of approval from Jasmine.
"Would we be like an alliance of seven?" Brick asked. "What happens after Scarlett goes?"
"We'll worry about that once we get there, but probably someone outside of the seven," Jasmine said. Brick looked visibly concerned for a moment before returning back to his normal resting face.
"Yeah, I'd rather win challenges again, and Scarlett has really been hindering us lately. If we had a zombie challenge, she'd almost assuredly be out first," Shawn mused.
"I don't know, Scarlett has been really nice to me, and I'd hate to lose a friend so early," Sammy replied, nervously rubbing her hands together.
"I don't know mate, Scarlett seems rather mischievous to me, the whole Noah thing has always felt off," Jasmine stated.
"I guess…" Sammy said, looking to Brick for help.
"Sammy and I will talk about it if that's okay?" Brick replied, stepping in, instinctively putting an arm around Sammy's shoulder causing her to blush.
"Sounds good to me," Shawn responded, as he and Jasmine turned around and walked away from the cadet and cheerleader.
Confessional, Sammy
Why is everyone so pushy against Scarlett, she's been nothing but nice to me, maybe there's something I'm missing?
Confessional, Jasmine
This better work, I like the idea of the Bass continuing to go to ceremonies while we remain safe.
"What are you thinking Sammy?" Brick asked, removing his arm from Sammy's shoulder blushing.
"I'm not sure… she's been nothing but nice to me, but everyone has raised some good points about her effort in the challenges, and her behavior to some of the other teammates."
"I agree with you there. I worry that after Scarlett, then Trent and Ryan go home. They're two of my closest friends, and they always pull their weight in the challenges."
"We're stuck between a rock and a hard place, because I genuinely enjoy everyone left. I think between the two, I feel closer to Scarlett. But I like Tem's alliance a lot more."
"I feel the opposite personally, I like Tem more, but I like the people outside of her alliance more…"
"Ugh… what are we going to do," Sammy cried out. Brick gave Sammy a hug, and instantly they both calmed down. Stepping away, both were blushing like tomatoes.
"Um sorry about that," Brick said, scratching the back of his head nervously, his cheeks bright red.;
"No no it's okay. I needed that," Sammy replied, her cheeks also a bright shade of red. The camera faded out as it switched to the confessional camera.
Confessional, Brick
I am so glad I have Sammy here. She just puts me at ease…. Not like the military I mean like calm… ugh you know what I mean.
As Brick left Sammy, giving each other a wave as they separated, Scarlett and Beth approached the blonde girl.
"Sammy!" Scarlett greeted, as she and Beth approached, Beth gave Sammy a meek wave, retreating behind Scarlett. "I trust that we're a go to vote for Tem this evening?"
"Yeah, that's where I intend on voting," Sammy replied.
"Okay good, I am aware that Tem has been pushing for me to go home, so I would just like to make sure that I will not be the one being voted out. I'm sure you understand."
"Of course. I should get going, I will see you all at the ceremony," Scarlett curtley said, nodding to the two girls before leaving for the bonfire.
Confessional, Scarlett
Alright, that should be six votes all on Tem… goodbye to another thorn in my side, you will not be missed.
"That was rather short…" Sammy noted, turning her head to Beth.
"Yeah… I assume you've heard all the rumors about her?" Beth asked, adjusting her glasses.
"Yeah I have. Can't say I believe many of them though. Scarlett's been nothing but good to me personally speaking."
"She's been good to me too, but it at least makes you think that if so many people are saying it you know… it might be true."
"I doubt it. It could easily be a whole alliance concocting lies to make us turn on each other, we're just better off sticking with our group."
"I guess you're right."
Confessional, Beth
I'll have to keep my eye on Scarlett. I trust her, she's done a lot for me, but so many people distrusting her seems odd.
Confessional, Sammy
I'm glad I have people here I can talk to. I trust Scarlett one hundred percent. I am worried that Beth is faltering though.
Elimination Ceremony
"Welcome Gophers to the eighth elimination ceremony of the season. Tonight one of you will join the previous seven losers in a seat at home and out of the game. If you do not receive a marshmallow you must walk the dock of shame and take the boat of losers off this island and back to where you came from."
"With that being said.. First safe is… Dave."
"Sky."
"Trent."
"Jasmine."
"Shawn."
"Ryan."
"Sammy."
"Beth."
"Brick."
Tem's eyes widened at each name called. Why wasn't she getting a marshmallow, surely she didn't receive that many votes compared to Scarlett. But maybe she did, Noah went home in a shocking manner. Maybe Scarlett flipped the game on her head.
"Campers, this is the last marshmallow of the evening," Chris began. Scarlett sat on her tree stump with a confident smirk on her face while Tem looked like a nervous wreck. "Scarlett… a new nickname has been going around about you being the Scarlett Witch. Whether that's true I can't confirm or deny however one thing that is true is that you're not liked. Tem to be frank, I don't know why you're here. You seem liked, but maybe you got involved in the wrong sort of business, however the final marshmallow goes to… Scarlett."
"WHAT!? Why would you guys keep her over me?" Tem questioned.
"It's a game. Think of it like this, you were outplayed and outclassed," Scarlett smirked. Tem looked about ready to punch the brainiac's lights out but was held back by Beth and Sammy.
"Sorry Tem, but you were just too big of a threat to keep around," Trent offered to the city girl as the musician stared down at his feet.
"I guess that's something. But Scarlett isn't to be trusted, she stabbed Noah, Ella and I all in the back she can easily do it to you too," Tem announced before making her way over to Beth to whisper, "Don't trust that red headed witch. She's just using you to further herself." Tem walked to the Boat of Losers with her head held high
The group aside from Scarlett looked on in sadness to see a favorite among the camp goers leave them. Some were blindsided, others knew it was coming but still were sad. While others were disappointed that someone who wanted to be here had to be a casualty in order to get rid of Scarlett.
Confessional, Ryan
I'd love for more than anything to get rid of Scarlett, but if Trent and I cut her now we become target number one on the team. I'm not stupid I know there's another big alliance forming. Thankfully Scarlett has pull over Sammy and Beth and we have pull over Brick otherwise we'd be done for. But how long that pull lasts is questionable.
Confessional, Beth
Noah and now Tem have both warned me about Scarlett. She does seem to be stirring up more trouble than she is good. I just hope this doesn't cost me the game.
"And another camper is gone. Who will join the losers next episode and will the next episode be as exhilarating as this one? Only time will tell if you check back in next week for Total Drama Island!"
Final Confessional, Tem
I knew Scarlett was dangerous. I can't blame people like Ryan and Trent going with her right now. Because as soon as she goes they'd be the next targets so I see why they're doing what they're doing. I just hope Beth wakes up soon and gets her out of here otherwise she'll join me as the next Gopher voted out. Right now I really want Jasmine to win right now. She's nice, smart, and knows what needs to be done. But if Scarlett makes it to the end I'm going to lose it.
Votes
Trent: I want to get rid of Scarlett, but now is not the time. Sorry Tem.
Ryan I don't like that we have to sacrifice you but, Tem you have to go.
Dave Scarlett is a schemer and nothing else. Bye
Sky Bye bye Scarlett
Jasmine We bonded early on but I don't trust you anymore Scarlett mate
Shawn Scarlett is like that evil mad scientist in zombie movies, you can't trust her,
Scarlett Tem you have both a social game and a big mouth, you need to go
Sammy Sorry guys but I've been closer to Scarlett longer, I'm voting Tem
Beth I'm losing trust in Scarlett but, Tem I'm sorry but I feel like I need to stay loyal to the person who gave me a chance after the first challenge.
Brick Sorry Tem, but have to go with my alliance.
Tem: Please please Scarlett.
Reviews
Lordgemini: Glad you enjoyed the fears, and Sammy's was related to Amy a bit. We just felt that Izzy made sense to go here given what we want to do with Heather and who we want to give more screen time to in the short and long run.
Nobody245: We'll see if your predictions are right. You tend to miss on them in my stories lol
Gucci Mane Laflame: Glad you enjoyed the comedy this chapter
28th Dakota (13-1)
27th Justin (8-6)
26th Noah (7-6)
25th Chloe (10-3)
24th Ella (10-2)
23rd Beardo (9-3)
22nd Izzy (9-2)
21st Tem (6-5)
Screaming Gophers: Trent, Ryan, Dave, Sky, Jasmine, Shawn, Scarlett, Sammy, Beth, Brick
Killer Bass: Jackson, Marilyn, Courtney, Duncan, Cameron, Zoey, Heather, Scott, Katie, Leshawna,