Endurance: Seychelles

[jackheadphonius]

Hey, guys! First ever post on this board, but the superfan in me flourished! I decided to make this story to basically work on my writing skills. Unfortunately, there will probably be no set schedule for writing as I'm having to take 5 courses this semester, but I'll try to get in updates as often as I can. The biggest trouble with writing this is the fact that I have based the results... essentially on a randomizer of only their names and team colors. Now it's just a matter of filling in the blanks and fleshing out the season.

And yes, I made the little pictures, basically with Google Drawings, in the span of a few hours after finishing my homework. I will likely be using them throughout the season.

For now, I hope you enjoy this little Prologue, and lemme know what you guys think!

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PROLOGUE: Meet the Players

JD Roth is shown standing beside the shoreline, near a large rock formation at Anse Cocos on La Digue Island of Seychelles.

JD: “Over 16 years ago, the very first group of kids journeyed to Catalina Island to compete in a game of strategy, strength, teamwork, and much more. Six seasons later, our final season was filmed on the island of Fiji- at least it was the final season- until today! After many years, Endurance has returned, and we’re gearing up for a new season, here! On La Digue Island in Seychelles!”

The camera zooms out, showing the landscape of the beach, cliffs and waterfall, before flash cutting to the two boats carrying the contestants- one ten-person boat for the boys, another for the girls.

JD: “20 teens from all over the country have made their way to meet me here, ready for the chance for the adventure they will never forget. In a few minutes, they will dock at Grand Anse, or Great Beach, and will start their way on foot through the fields and jungle, here to Anse Cocos.”

The first contestant is a brown-skinned boy with short curly black hair and an average build:

"I am a sporty guy, I snowboard, I play baseball, I'm doin' karate- I've got skills to pay the bills. I've got what it takes to win this and I'm not afraid to take risks. I've been practicing parkour, after all."

Next is a tall pale girl with wavy brown hair and freckles on her face:

"I'm pretty much an oddball, and I love being an oddball. I like knitting, ribbon dancing, bowling, and other hobbies. I'm a bit awkward with talking to people, but there's no better time to learn!"

A boy with a small frame and short auburn hair, holding a rosary in his hand:

“I keep close to God, I brought along my mom’s rosary for this adventure, I’ve said my prayers, but I know I gotta rely on myself here too, and I’ve been getting ready for this game.”

Next is a thin, Chinese-American girl with straight black hair down to her neck:

"I'm always trying my hardest in everything I do, and Endurance is going to be no different. Friends are nice to have along the way, but at the end of the day, it's all about the ultimate goal of winning it all."

A pale boy with a stockier build and neck-length blond hair under a beanie he wears:

“Honestly, I'm not your typical Endurance player, but this show is basically my life ever since my brother showed it to me; I've been doing public sports for months just to play this game- mostly soccer. I'm still not the strongest physically, but I've got the brains to make up for it.”

A small and thin cocoa-skinned girl, with her black hair tied back in a ponytail:

“Living in Anchorage is very different from living anywhere else... I'm used to the cold and not the heat, but I know how to climb mountains, camp, and then some. I'm determined.”

A lanky, dark-skinned boy with a black-haired buzzcut and dark eyes:

“I play a lot of basketball; in school and out. But I'm actually a lot smarter than people believe at first. I've got my bros to think about back home, plus my mom and dad, and while most people think that would make me homesick, it actually motivates me.”

A fair-skinned pretty girl with long blonde hair and blue eyes:

“These people are going to think I’m the usual Callie Girl, but I’m actually a really fierce competitor- I camp, I do gymnastics, I’m very outdoorsy; I’m gonna be right in my element here!”

A lanky boy with dark brown hair and a cowboy hat on his head:

“I'm a country boy through and through. I actually used to live on a farm with my pop until we moved to the city, but I still like to plant fruits and veggies, and take care of a few pigs, and it takes a lot of Endurance to keep up with those lil' guys.”

A short curvy girl with light brown skin, long dark hair in a ponytail, and a focused look on her face:

“My dad is in the army, and I always do what I can to make him proud- I do track and field, I'm on the softball team, and I exercise every day. I'm tough, and I want these boys to know that I'm tough.”

A lean pale boy with short red hair and freckles:

“I am a Boy Scout, but I'm also the funny guy of the troop. I love making jokes and talking with my friends, and I also love swimming and baseball... and I'm not just going for the rank of Eagle Scout- I'm going for Endurance Champion.”

A peach-skinned tall girl with frizzy brown hair and big green eyes:

“I'm someone who likes to think before they act, and I'd rather not be the cause of any drama. I'm a girly girl, but I've got the skills I need for this game; I'm a ballerina, but I also surf and run track. I float like a butterfly and sting like a bee.”


A fit, tan boy with a larger than average European nose and slicked back black hair:

“My dad taught me how to box at a young age, so I know how to fight. Doesn’t mean I’m gonna pick a fight with just anyone, that’s only half the battle. I ain’t exactly the sharpest guy, but I’m here to win.”

A mature-looking, dark-skinned girl, with short black hair with a few neon pink highlights:

“I'm a bit of a rebel; I love wearing all black and rock music, and I also kickbox. And if my partner is screwing things up, I'll be ready to whip him into shape, just like I'm gonna whip the rest of these kids.”

A tall and fit boy with fair skin and short black hair and blue eyes:

“This is my kind of game. I play football, baseball, soccer, I'm into archery, swimming- I do a lot of sports. I always have energy- I just hope whoever my partner is can keep up with me.”

A girl of average height with olive skin, big brown eyes, and long brown hair with a flower hairpin in it:

“I do not like drama; I'm a girl that likes to keep the peace, and I want to show that you can win Endurance without total manipulation and drama. I'm a total nature girl, and I'm gonna let the game play out as it should.”

A boy with short blond hair, glasses, a slightly chubby frame, and a lisp:


“I'm not usually the talkative type, but I wanna try making some friends, and seeing what I can do. I'm a gamer, but I'm also into wrestling and chess... I'm not expecting to go far, but ya never know.”

A pale girl of average build and height with a pixie cut dyed red:

“I don’t plan on making too many enemies, because I’ve heard that the kids on this show usually win if they haven’t gotten too many people to hate them. Honestly, though, I just plan to take this game day by day, and not plan too far ahead.”

A brown-skinned boy with lots of curly black hair, who seems smaller than the other boys, but still tough for his age:

“I'm not as old as the other guys coming to Endurance with me, but I know I can do it! It's all mind over matter- don't let anything stand in your way and you can do anything.”

And finally, a tan-skinned, short and thin girl, who seemed to be quite energetic:

“I love living life, and taking things easy, but don't get me wrong- I know how to be competitive. I also love drawing, writing, tae kwon do, track and field- I've got a little bit of everything an Endurance champion needs.”

JD Voice Over: “All of them believe they have what it takes to make it to the end. However, only two can earn the grand prize along with the title of Endurance Champions. It’s time to find out who it will be, this season on Endurance: Seychelles!”

The introduction plays…
20 Contestants
17 Challenges
All on 1 Beach

[crystalclearhawaii]

This is so awesome! I love it already!

[theacf12]

I love this so much!!

Also yay, another fellow college student who is a superfan of Endurance!!!

[jackheadphonius]

Mar 6, 2019 3:08:42 GMT -5 @firetruck421 said:

Just gonna say that I'm super happy that I'm not the only person who simulates seasons with a randomizer for fun! xD

Anyway, this looks SUPER cool!!! I'm really excited to see what comes next!!

Mar 6, 2019 7:53:27 GMT -5 crystalclearhawaii said:

This is so awesome! I love it already!

Mar 6, 2019 15:06:43 GMT -5 theacf12 said:

I love this so much!!

Also yay, another fellow college student who is a superfan of Endurance!!!

 Thanks so much, guys! I think I'll be able to get the next chapter up within the next few days, hopefully 

[crystalclearhawaii]

Mar 6, 2019 21:23:27 GMT -5 jackheadphonius said:

Mar 6, 2019 3:08:42 GMT -5 @firetruck421 said:

Just gonna say that I'm super happy that I'm not the only person who simulates seasons with a randomizer for fun! xD

Anyway, this looks SUPER cool!!! I'm really excited to see what comes next!!

Mar 6, 2019 7:53:27 GMT -5 crystalclearhawaii said:

This is so awesome! I love it already!

Mar 6, 2019 15:06:43 GMT -5 theacf12 said:

I love this so much!!

Also yay, another fellow college student who is a superfan of Endurance!!!

 Thanks so much, guys! I think I'll be able to get the next chapter up within the next few days, hopefully 

Yay! Looking forward to it! 

[jackheadphonius]

Hey, all! This update took a bit longer than expected, but this is definitely a story I want to finish and do well.

A couple of things to know, you'll know you see a confessional when you see this:

"And this will be the character above talking in the confessional!"

I'd like to give a little shout out to kwdrewfan on this forum for inspiration with the writing style on this story.

Here's hoping it keeps up nicely, and fulfills expectations!

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The teens gather after a long walk from Grand Anse to Anse Cocos- 30 minutes on a trail through jungle and fields leading them to a wooden slat staircase bringing them to a beautiful beach.

JD waves at the group of kids as they line up in front of him, placing his hands on his hips after: “Welcome to Endurance: Seychelles! I'm your host, JD Roth.”

The group cheers in excitement, with a few claps here and there.

JD: “So how was the walk?”
The group gives a mix of responses, with a certain few standing out:

Randall: “Brutal.”
Maggie: "Fun."
Jayce: “Nerve wracking.”

JD: “Well, despite the mixed emotions of the group, you’ve all made it here to La Digue, the third most populated island of Seychelles, home to many endemic species- meaning that a number of animals on this island can only be found here. You’ve got giant tortoises, you’ve got birds, fish, rays, geckos, and more. And it will also be home- at least for the next few weeks- to you guys.”
The group cheers once again.

JD: "But I wouldn't get too comfy just yet. If you want to win, you'll have to defeat all of the people surrounding you, and find that inner strength, in order to become Endurance champions."
The nerves and reality of the situation seems to fall on the group. This is really happening, and we're going into takeoff.

JD: “Ready to see where exactly you’re gonna be living?”
The group gives responses of varying ways to say yes, even with Matteo, busting out a “Si, Senor,” to the group’s amusement.
JD, chuckling a little himself: “Alright then, follow me.”

JD then leads them along the beach to a the edge of the nearby jungle, where two wood huts rest beside each other.
JD: “These huts are where you will reside as long as you’re still in the game. Not the most luxurious homes, but it should be plenty. A bed, roof over your heads. Of course, there are no phones, computers, electricity, not even running water. Basically, you've just been isolated from the rest of the world.”

A couple of the teens share some nervous glances.
JD, sarcastically: "I'm sure you guys are gonna love it, right?" 
The group laughs, some giving equally sarcastic "yeah's."

JD: "Now of course, we can't have Endurance without pyramid pieces." He points out a stand resting on the ground beside the two huts, holding all of the pieces. "There are 13 in all, and in order to become Endurance champions, you'll not only need all of those pieces, you're gonna need every trait written on them. There's...

Trust,
Discipline,
Courage,
Perserverance,
Strength,
Ingenuity,
Commitment,
Leadership,
Heart,
Knowledge,
Luck,
Teamwork,
and of course, Friendship."

JD: "The first team to win all 13 pieces wins the grand prize. However, pieces are not all that matter in this game. You'll also have to watch out for... that." He points out the dreaded Temple in the jungle, on which the camera zooms in. "The Temple of Fate."

JD: "As before, two teams will be sent to the temple. But only one will come back. So, if you want to last in this game for a long time, I suggest you avoid that place at all costs."

Liam, muttering: "Agreed."

JD: "Here's how it works. First, there's the Endurance Missions, where you will play for pieces and... this." JD picks up a nearby urn off the sand. "The Samadhi. With this, the winner can give this to another team in order to handicap them for the next mission, called... the Temple Mission. The winner of the Temple Mission will get to choose two teams to head to the temple... unfortunately, as I said before, only one can come back. Make sense?"

The teens nod.
JD: "Good."

JD: "Now, the good news is, two of you guys in front of me are going to be Endurance champions. It's just... who are they?" The group chuckles in response. 

JD: "Of course, this is Endurance, and Endurance is never without... the right-to-stay mission. Which means that 3 guys and 3 girls will not be staying here for much longer. In fact, they will be heading home... today."
A light wave of anxiety washes over the group as they hear this.

JD: "Take a bit of time to get yourself situated, and next time I see you guys, I hope you're ready for your first- and possibly last- test of Endurance. Good luck."

JD walks off as the teens head towards the huts...

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The scene cuts to the teens entering the huts.

"Walking into the huts, they seemed comfy enough... until we actually walked inside," she says with a chuckle.

"Oh my god, the beds are literally all wood!" Mayra exclaims while checking out the bunks.
"Oh, you're not even joking?" Maggie asks as she looks around the hut. 
"Wow, this looks luxurious!" Alexa jokes, successfully making the girls laugh, while dropping her bag near a bottom bunk before carefully flopping onto the boards of wood- wouldn't want to get a concussion. "We are living like queens, ladies!"

"I love the beds, I love sleepin' on somethin' sturdy, and I wanna make the most of my time here anyway. Heck, I like to sleep on the floor by choice sometimes, so this is pretty much perfect for me."

Meanwhile, Meadow enters the hut rather quietly, simply sitting on her chosen bottom bunk.

"I'm not usually one to really get into socializing right away, I usually like to ease myself into it I guess. And this place seems to be no exception."

"Meadow seems to be a bit more reserved than everyone else here, but she seems pretty friendly at least. Natalee, on the other hand, she almost seems to be... in her own world, basically. She's acting kind of... stoic."

"I'm not the bubbly kind of girl these girls are. I'll talk with them if I need to, but for now, I just wanna focus on the right-to-stay mission and get in the right head-space for it. I'm here for a reason, and it's to win."

"Natalee just doesn't seem to want to talk to anyone, but I did get to chat a bit with Riya and Maggie. All three of us are pretty unique, and me and Riya are both from distant states, her from Hawaii and me from Alaska."

"I'm really getting close with Kyla, she's very fun to hang out with, and we're actually the closest in age out of all the girls, which is cool. Maggie's also fun, but she also seems a bit... spacey... I dunno if that's the right word- I don't wanna sound mean about her! But yeah, she's also pretty cool and I think the three of us could make a solid trio."

The camera then cuts to a conversation between Paula, Ann, and Cheyanne.
"I'm so nervous about the right to stay, I'm not even going to lie..." Cheyanne admits.
"Well don't think about it too much when the time comes," Paula tells her. "Otherwise, you're not gonna be able to think about anything else."
"Right, it's all about mind over matter," Ann adds.

"I'm feeling really comfortable, hanging out with Paula and Ann. I'm really hoping that the three of us stay- could be a pretty good alliance later on!"

"A lot of groups are starting to form, like between Paula and Cheyanne, Ann and myself, Kyla and Riya... even Meadow's starting to get a bit more comfortable, mostly around Maggie. I think it's only a matter of time before the guys join in on the socializing on our side."

Meanwhile, with the guys...

"When we finally got into the hut, we basically realize that there was nothing but the wooden beds, and it was quite a surprise to us."

"It looks like an empty island shack in here," Kolton remarks.
"This is so crazy," Jayce adds.
"Well, this'll straighten out my spine one way or another," Martin jokes.
"It's like we got into the army or somethin', right guys?" Carmelo asks, receiving various responses, most of them variations of "Yeah."

Meanwhile, the shot cuts to Deegan kneeling by his bunk, holding his rosary while praying.

"After we got to the huts, and I found my bunk, I took a bit of time to thank God for getting me here in one piece. Then, all of a sudden..."

The camera cuts back to said scene, when Randall accidentally trips over Deegan's leg "Ack!" Randall shouts while regaining his balance. "Oomph!" Deegan grunts simultaneously.

"You alright, man?" Deegan asks as Randall turns around.
"Yeah... I'm fine, man. You alright?" Randall replies.
"Mhmm," Deegan hums.
Randall then notices the rosary in Deegan's hand.
"What're ya up to?" Randall asks.
"I'm praying. No problems with that, is there?" Deegan asks, seeming ready to move out of the way.
"No, no, no no no, man, I don't mind." Randall replies while holding his hands up. "Keep tellin' him what you need to."

"It doesn't really matter to me what religion a guy is in, or anything else really, I just have two things on my mind- who can I align with most easily, and how can they help me to the end."

The camera cuts to Kolton, who tenses when he sees Deegan praying by his bunk.

"I see Deegan praying by his bedside, and... I get a little anxious. I'm not against anyone being religious or whatever but... well, long story short... I'm gay.

And of course, I don't really like to act the stereotype, 'cause I just wanna be one of the bros, play the sports I love, be a good dude. Just different wiring in the head. But, there's always a chance that any of these guys, not even just Deegan, could like me a little bit less when they hear that about me.

My family is accepting of it, and most of my friends were cool about it, but there's always that one person out there... I'm just gonna keep it under wraps until I know that person's not here with me."

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The episode flashes to socializing a bit later on in the day.

"So, it's later on in the day, and the guys and girls are starting to gel together a bit, making some really quick friendships. Rafael and Kyla are starting to hang out a bit more, and I think they're getting close because they're the youngest ones here."

"I'm really liking Kyla, she's a really cool person, she seems pretty strong, and what she's told me about Alaska... ain't much compared to North Carolina, to be honest." he says with a chuckle. "I'm also getting close with Jayce, 'cause he kinda reminds me of my older brother back home."

The camera soon cuts to a group consisting of four other teens.

"Right now, I'm pretty close with Carmelo, Liam, Kolton and Jayce, because we are all kinda the bros of the group, and there are a lot of other groups forming to go around. Let's see... one of them would be... Ryan, Randall, Ann, and Mayra, which I'm calling the brains. Another one would be Maggie, Riya, and Kyla, and then there's Cheyanne, Paula, and also Riya, and then there's Deegan, Martin and Meadow- the list goes on."

"A lot of friendships are forming, but I think it's us kinda... trying to forget that 6 of us are going to be eliminated soon. Trying to ease it down before the bandage gets torn off, y'know?"

The episode then starts to tense up as the right-to-stay mission draws closer.

"I am SO nervous for the right-to-stay! But, I'm trying to be calm, just think of knitting, zen gardens, butterflies... if my mind's in the right place, I should be ready!"

"This mission coming up has got to be something about "mind over matter" if it's supposed to send six people home outta twenty. I just wanna focus, get through it, and go from there."

"I think as long as I just stay calm in this challenge, I should be pretty much alright. A lot of the guys are thinking that lil' Rafael ain't gonna make it, and they're not so sure about Randall either."

"Oh, I'm not worried. If anything, I'm worried for the other girls. They're not gonna be ready for this, I am."

"The girls are thinking that either Riya or Kyla are gonna drop, and possibly Maggie or Ann. But, I think they're also hoping Natalee goes, since she still hasn't really loosened up since she got here. Still, it's Endurance- you can't be prepared for anything on Endurance."

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All 20 kids arrive at the shore, about to face their first challenge. Out on the water is a metal structure, with 8 decent-sized padded platforms laying flat above the water along a beam. Each platform has two straps the right size to fit one's hand on the upper side of the platform.
JD: "How's it goin' guys?"
Group: "Good, etc."
JD: "Y'know, I've heard how fast some of you guys have become friends, and I know it's gonna be hard to say goodbye to a friend, but... now it's time to find out which six of you are going home. And for the new season, we've brought along a new Right-to-Stay challenge. This challenge is called: Up Against The Wall!"

The camera zooms over to the set of suspended platforms before JD starts explaining the challenge.

JD: "You'll be laying down on one of those platforms out there. When I say "go," those platforms will start to slowly tilt downward until they are pointing straight down to the water below. You're going to have to find the strength to hang onto the straps, and hold yourself in the air against the platform, because the first three guys, and the first three girls, to let go of their straps and fall into the water will be eliminated. You guys ready to give it all you've got?"

The pumped up group of teens: "Yeah!"

JD, nodding: "Alright then. As the saying goes, ladies first. Head on out, guys, have a seat with me.

A transition wooshes through as the episode cuts to the girls laying on their platforms, eager to take on the challenge. A few of them wish each other luck before the challenge begins.

JD: "Alright girls, get ready... This challenge will be starting in 3... 2... 1... GO!"

The girls are tilted downward as the timer starts ticking. The guys shout them some encouragement.

Just before the platforms fully tilt, Kyla can be seen adjusting her left arm, looking like she's trying to get a better grip of the strap.

JD: "Oh, man, Kyla's in trouble already."

Riya, being encouraging: "C'mon, Kyla, stay focused, don't worry about the small stuff."

Kyla, whispering: "You can do this, Kyla..."

Time Elapsed: 4 mins 8 secs... 9... 10... 11...

Most of the girls seem focused now, but a couple of them hold tense looks on their faces from the pain.

Maggie especially seemed to be struggling, Natalee tries to adjust her positioning just a bit, and Cheyanne pulls herself up a bit to stretch her back muscles...

SLIP!

JD: "Ohhhhhh! Wow, Natalee is the first girl to be eliminated from Endurance. I don't think anyone expected that."

Natalee slaps the water in frustration, causing a splash before starting to swim back to shore.

The boys seem shocked at what just occurred, clearly expecting Natalee to last a lot longer.

Kolton: "No way!"

Ryan: "Did that just happen?!"

After the shock washes over, a few moments pass...

JD: "Keep hanging on girls!"

Time Elapsed: 6 mins 36 secs... 37... 38... 39

JD: "You're closing in on 7 minutes, girls! 7 minutes!"

Maggie is in even more pain at this point, and now Meadow and Riya start to struggle. Mayra and Paula seem solid, and Kyla seems to be better off than before...

Maggie starts to lose grip of her straps! She's desperately trying to regain her grip.

Kyla: "Maggie, be careful, be careful-!"

Maggie jumps for the strap a bit too far, and...

SPLASH!

JD: "Oh, there goes Maggie! She lasted just before the 7 minute mark. Way to go, Maggie."

The boys cheer for Maggie as she clears the water from her face.

JD: "Now there's only one girl left that has to fall!"

Randall shouts to the girls: "C'mon, Ann, you got this!"

Ann gives a smile and a nod. "I do got this, thanks Randall!"

Randall laughs in response, along with a couple of the other guys. "You're welcome!" Randall shouts back.

Time Elapsed: 9 mins 10 secs... 11... 12... 13

All of the girls are starting to get tired at this point... Cheyanne, Riya, Paula, Ann, Alexa, Mayra, Meadow, Kyla... any one of them seem like they could fall at any moment-

SLIP!

"Ohh! That's it! Meadow just fell!"

Kyla's eyes open with excitement. "It's over?!"

JD: "Natalee, Maggie, and Meadow are going home. The other seven girls are now the first seven official Endurance players! Congrats, girls!"

The remaining girls scream in excitement and drop off their walls, into the water, cheering as they swim their way back to the beach.

"After I heard the third girl fall, I was ecstatic! There was screaming, there was hugging, there was excitement- it was amazing! We earned our place here, and we're here to stay, baby, woo!"

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"I really thought I had it going in, but once the walls reached full tilt, the pain just set in and I couldn't take my mind off it. I should be proud I got this far, but... I dunno. Maybe I got a little overconfident." Natalee looks disappointed in herself as she speaks.

"I was nervous going into the challenge, and I thought if I kept my mind on other things, but as soon as I got up there, the one thing I couldn't keep my mind off of was the pain in my hands. I was trying to find a better position by hoisting myself up, but then I went a little too hard, and I just... slipped. Still, it was a lot of fun just being here."

"I think going into the challenge, I felt ready, but once it came down to waiting for the last person to fall, the pressure started to get to me. Everyone seemed ready to fall, I just happened to be the one that did it. I'm really going to miss the friends I made here, like Martin and Deegan. I'm definitely going to root for them back home."

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The girls have gathered back on the beach, while the boys are getting ready for their turn at the Right-to-stay challenge.

JD: "Alright, the girls have gone, now it's the guys' turn. Ladies, who do you think has the best shot of making it?"

Cheyanne: "I'm gonna say Jayce. He seems pretty strong."

Ann: "I actually think Rafael's gonna do well- he's the smallest, so he's got the least to lift."

Kyla: "Well, I'm the smallest of the girls, and I was having a tough time up there."

Ann: "Good point."

JD: "Well, no matter who you're rooting for, anything can happen, so let's wish them all the best of luck, right girls?"

Girls: "Yep!"

JD, calling out to the boys: "Are you guys ready?" 

The responses are varied versions of "Yes":

Carmelo: "Yeah!"

Liam: "Let's go, let's go!"

Martin: "Bring it on, JD!"

Ryan holds up a thumbs up before putting his hand back in the strap, getting the nearby boys to chuckle in response.

JD: "On your mark... get set... GO!"

The boys are tilted down into position, and the competition is already looking very tight. All the while, the girls cheer them on.

Time Elapsed: 5 mins 55 secs... 56... 57... 58

JD: "Alright guys, you've been holding on for 6 minutes! You guys are tough, aren't ya?"

The boys seem to be holding strong, give or take 2 or 3, when suddenly...

Kolton: "WHOA!"

JD: "Ohh!"

One of Kolton's hands slip from a strap! He quickly reaches over to the other strap with wide eyes.

All eyes are on him, but then out of nowhere-

SLIP!

One blonde boy loses grip of his straps and falls.

JD: "Oh, there goes Ryan! He's the first guy headed home."

Ryan emerges from the water, clearly disappointed in his performance.

Alexa: "You did great, Ryan!"

JD: "Kolton's still barely hanging on. Question is, can he recover?"

Matteo: "C'mon, Kolton, you got this."

Kolton eyes his other strap... mentally prepares himself... and with a grunt-

Woosh!

Kolton: "Got it!"

JD: "Woah! Amazing recovery by Kolton!"

Girls: "Yeah, Kolton!", "Way to go, Kolton!", etc.

Time Elapsed: 9 mins 12 secs... 13... 14... 15

Cheyanne: "Wow, Martin's doing a lot better I expected, he seems solid!"

Paula: "Yeah, and Randall seems pretty solid too!"

Indeed, Martin and Randall seem to be well focused, and holding on nicely. Eyes are on them, until...

Matteo: "Ugh!"

Matteo grunts as he tries to re-position himself.

JD: "Oh, Matteo, hang on!"

The girls start to cheer him on.

Riya: "C'mon, Matteo, you can do this!"

Matteo tries to re-adjust again, Rafael pulls himself up a bit to stretch...

SLIP!

JD: "Ohh, Matteo just fell! Matteo's the second guy leaving."

Kolton gives a look of disappointment at seeing Matteo fall.

Kolton: "Dang it, not him..."

Time Elapsed: 11 mins... 28 secs... 29... 30... 31

At this point, Martin has barely moved since the start of the challenge. Some of the other boys, however, have started to struggle.

Rafael's face twists in pain as Carmelo and Liam try to re-adjust themselves. Kolton's breathing is heavy, and even Jayce is starting to feel the strain...

Then, suddenly...

SLIP!

JD: "Ohhh! Out of nowhere, there goes Deegan! It's all over!"

Randall: "It's done?"

The boys holler for joy as they drop from their walls, into the ocean.

JD: "Ryan, Matteo, and Deegan are the three guys going home, the rest are official Endurance players! Congratulations, guys!"

The hollering continues.

"I'm so happy I made it! I may be the youngest and smallest guy here, but I just kept telling myself 'You got this, you got this," and... yeah! I got this!"

---

"I'm really disappointed in myself, but I'm gonna try not to beat myself up too much about it. I actually got distracted when Kolton lost his grip, and while I was looking over, I think I just... forgot that I was supposed to hang on too. I don't really blame him though, it wasn't his fault at all. Just... kinda wish I did better, that's all."

"I really thought I was solid in this challenge, and I was for a while, but then all of a sudden, I get this rush of pain in my arms, like they were seconds away from falling asleep. I was trying to fix my position, but after a few tries, I just... slipped." Matteo looks to the ground. "Man..."

"I'm honestly really proud of myself for lasting as long as I did. I was hoping God could help me win this but, maybe he wants me to be somewhere else right now. Still, I'll remember this for a long time, though. It was a lotta fun."

---

The remaining 14 players now stand on the beach in a group, facing JD. All of them are wrapped in towels.

JD: "Congratulations, guys! You are now the official players of Endurance: Seychelles!"

The group cheers with enthusiasm!!

JD: "Now, tonight, I suggest you guys get to know each other, and get a good night's sleep. Because tomorrow, we'll be picking teams. And your partner could be the difference between winning this game, and going home."

JD gives the group a grin before speaking again: "See you guys then!"

JD heads off as the kids head back to their huts, cheering and ready to rest.

---

"Next time on Endurance: Seychelles!"
"The official 14 players compete to choose teams."
A shot of the kids diving for a colored ball.
Riya's voice is overlayed on a shot of her sitting by the shore: "Everyone's got this plan of what they want, but I'm not so sure it's gonna work out for me."
The atmosphere starts to get tense.
A confessional with Randall: "I gave it my all in the Right-to-Stay, and yet all the girls wanna be partners with either Kolton or Jayce."
A confessional with Paula: "I'm not planning on betraying anyone, but if I want him as a partner, I might have no choice."
"And before the day ends... a huge twist that will shake up this game."
JD talking to the contestants: "You're about to see some... very familiar faces!"
Alexa in a confessional: "Say what now?!"
Various shots of a stunned Liam, Cheyanne, Jayce, and Mayra.

[crystalclearhawaii]

I'm so excited for this! This is amazing! I'm gonna miss Deegan a lot though, God bless his sweet heart <3

[Cruise meerkat Youssy]

I’m rly behind on my All Star Stories but I just wanna comment and say I CANT WAIT TO READ So you will at least have a fab in me

/will post again once he’s read the episode lol

[Cruise meerkat Youssy]

OMG. First episode = amazing. I love the cast and their personalities already. I'm sad to see Maggie go, I was looking forward to her! The dialogue is so realistic. I could HEAR JD's voice. Can't wait for more episodes!

[jackheadphonius]

Mar 20, 2019 22:25:51 GMT -5 Cruise meerkat Youssy said:

OMG. First episode = amazing. I love the cast and their personalities already. I'm sad to see Maggie go, I was looking forward to her! The dialogue is so realistic. I could HEAR JD's voice. Can't wait for more episodes!

Mar 11, 2019 11:35:02 GMT -5 crystalclearhawaii said:

I'm so excited for this! This is amazing! I'm gonna miss Deegan a lot though, God bless his sweet heart <3

Big thanks to both of you guys! I'll try to get in the next episode as soon as I can (preferably this weekend or maybe a bit later,) but unfortunately college has been picking up in giving me homework lately. 

[Cruise meerkat Youssy]

No rush, been there done that lol I couldn’t even have written one episode while I was in college

[jackheadphonius]

Hello again guys, college keeps me busy and tired, but I got a little off time, and now I can finally update this! Quick shoutout to the 4 most loyal readers I've got so far:

• Crystalclaerhawaii
• firetruck421

• Cruise meerkat Youssy
• theacf12

I've loved every comment I got so far, but don't be too afraid to criticize! I'd like to do things similar to this professionally someday, and I could use everything I get!

That being said, it's time to see how the Official Endurance players go with picking partners, as we tune in to a new episode of Endurance: Seychelles!

---

"Last time on Endurance: Seychelles!"
"20 kids from all around the country found their way to the island of La Digue in Seychelles, ready for the ultimate journey and test of strength!"
A quote from JD: "Basically, you're just been isolated from the rest of the world."
Alexa as she walks to the bare wooden beds: "We are living like queens, ladies!"

"On the first day, friendships formed fast."
Mayra in an interview: "A lot of groups are starting to form, like between Paula and Cheyanne, Ann and myself, Kyla and Riya..."
Matteo, also in an interview, but with a bit of editing: "There are a lot of other groups forming to go around."

"Still, the tension of the oncoming right-to-stay mission was high."
A clip of Liam: "It's Endurance- you can't be prepared for anything on Endurance."
The footage transitions to the challenge from last episode.

"And when the time came, their strengths were tested, and the kids competed to remain in the game."
Clips of various players holding on for dear life are shown, followed by clips of each player falling as JD names them.

"But unfortunately, for Ryan...
Natalee...
Matteo...
Maggie...
Deegan...
and Meadow...
It wasn't enough, and they were sent home on the very first day."
Kolton, after Natalee had been eliminated: "No way!"

"Leaving only 14 to become official players of Endurance."
A shot of the group cheering after the mission.
The episode transitions to clips of the kids in the partner selection mission.

"Today, tensions rise as the players compete for the right to choose teams."
An interview with Ann: "It's not that I don't like him, I just... don't think we'd work well together."

"However, their fate may be in the hands of another player if they don't succeed."
"Oh, mamacita!" Randall exclaims as he runs for a bouncing ball.
Another clip of 3 girls diving for a yellow ball.

"And before the day is done..."
JD, talking to the group: "You're about to see... some very familiar faces!"

"A game-changing twist that will shock the players to their core!"
A shocked Paula looking ahead: "Oh my god!"

"Who will get their dream partner? And who will be in the middle of a nightmare?"
An interview with Rafael: "We might need to stop her before she even gets the chance."

"Find out, as we see who has the greatest Endurance!"

---

The episode opens with a tracking shot of the beach that eventually zooms onto the two huts. JD is seen walking out front as the teens start to emerge from the huts... some looking more lively than others.
JD: "Morning, guys!"
They all gather around JD taking a seat on the platform built under the huts.

JD: "How was your first night in the huts?"
The group gives varied responses, mainly dependent on how awake they are.
Carmelo, who in particular was barely awake: "Painful."
JD, looking to Carmelo: "Painful? Couldn't have been that bad!"
Liam: "I mean, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone with back problems, so..."
The group chuckles at Liam's comment.

Mayra: "I didn't think it was that bad."
Paula, laughing: "Well, of course you didn't, we could hear you snoring!"
Mayra gives a flustered chuckle at this as the group starts to laugh.
Alexa: "Hey, don't you worry, it was a cute kind of snoring!"
Mayra, joining in on the laughter: "Thank God for that!"


JD, as the laughter dies down: "Well, good to know at least some of you slept well! Now, today is going to be one of the most important challenges in this game- the partner selection. On Endurance, teams are made up of one guy and one girl. Let's see here..."
JD looks around the group for a moment, until pointing out...: "Paula! Any idea who you want on your team?"
The girl from California looks a bit taken aback by this question, as her eyes dart around the group in thought.
Paula: "Umm... I'd probably say Jayce? He seems like one of the stronger guys here, and I think we'd work well together."
Jayce's eyes light up, looking somewhat pleased with her answer.
JD, looking over to Jayce: "Jayce seems pretty happy about that, not gonna lie!"
The group laughs as they look over to Jayce, who gives a slightly nervous laugh of his own.

JD: "Well, alright. How about you, Liam?"
Liam, who perks up: "Ooh, uh... I'm going back and forth between Mayra and Cheyanne, just because... they seem like the ones I could work with the best."
Both girls mentioned keep pretty straight faces.
JD: "Alright, fair enough. Well, in terms of today's challenge, I suggest you let as many people as possible know who you want- and possibly don't want- as a partner. Because while you may get the chance to choose your partner, that choice is more than likely going to be placed in the hands of someone else."
The group's eyes widen at this as they exchange glances and sounds of surprise.
Randall, quickly trying to break the tension with nervous laughter: "Okay, so the people I want are..."
Some of the teens laugh at this, trying to ease themselves.

JD, chuckling along: "Good luck, guys. Meet me at the fields later, I'll see you at the challenge!"
The camera pans up as JD stands up and leaves the group to talk things out at the huts, leading to another woosh transition.

---

"When JD told us that there's a good chance we wouldn't be able to pick our own partners, a lot of us got like, really really nervous because a few of us were hoping to keep that to ourselves until the challenge came along, and now we can't do that anymore!"

The scene cuts to a shot of the boys talking it out in their hut.
Jayce: "Okay, so how about this, we all go around, and we say our first two choices to who we want as a partner. That sound good?"

The boys seem to be in agreement to this plan.
Jayce: "Alright, I'll start- Cheyanne and Ann."
Martin: "Oh, uh... Paula and Cheyanne."
Rafael: "Uh... Kyla and Alexa!"
Randall: "Ann and Mayra."
Carmelo: "Easy. Paula and Cheyanne."
Liam: "Well, I already said this, but Mayra and Cheyanne."
Kolton: "Honestly... can I pick 3?"
All the guys look to Kolton simultaneously, and the talking between them starts to get tense.

"Okay... so I'm having trouble on who to pick for a partner. All the girls seem really nice! I don't wanna have to choose one over another!"

Hearing this, Randall quiets the group down, and offers a suggestion.
Randall: "Alright, how about this, Kolton. Name 3 people who you don't want as a partner. We can narrow it down from there."
Kolton, somewhat reluctantly: "Uhh... Alright. You guys can have... Paula, Cheyanne, and Ann. I don't think I'll work that well with them."
Some of the boys seem surprised, but most give him nods of agreement.

"I was pretty surprised when Kolton said he didn't want to have Paula, Cheyanne, or Ann as his partner. They seem like the easiest ones to work with, but maybe he's playing this kinda... strategically, too. Like, he doesn't want to make too many enemies out of the guys, so he lets them have who they want most? Eh, I don't mind either way. I'm probably gonna get my pick, and I'm really hoping for Kyla! We're like, really close friends already, and I think we'd work well together."

Meanwhile, the girls are gathered together on the beach, trying to figure things out away from the boys, they all seemed to be passing around a notebook.

"I decided that it would be best if we got everyone's full opinions, so I had each of us list who we wanted out of the guys, from first pick to last pick, in a list on separate pages. That way, we can really figure things out... or so I thought."

Alexa: "Dude, Jayce is at the top of like, 5 lists!"
Kyla: "Yeah, and Kolton's not far behind."

Mayra Voice-over: "It turned out that most of the girls, aside from myself, Kyla, and Ann, were hoping to get Jayce or Kolton as their partner."

"All the girls were wanting to be partners with Kolton or Jayce because they're popular and strong-looking, but honestly, I thought it over, and thought that I'd rather have Carmelo as my partner. He seems strong and capable, and he's probably not gonna be seen as much of a threat as Kolton or Jayce. Meanwhile, Paula really... really wants to be on a team with Jayce."

Paula, speaking up: "Not all of us can get Jayce, alright girls?"
Cheyanne: "Maybe we should hear what the guys have to say?"

"No one was going to figure out the teams at the rate we were going, so I said that maybe we should talk to the guys to help us figure this out, and so... we head over to their hut."

The girls approach the boys' hut. Their jumbled talking can still be heard from just outside.
Alexa, shouting for the boys in a shouty, growly voice: "HEY, YOU GUUUUUUUUUUUYS!"
Hearing this, the boys chuckle nervously as they move out of the hut.

Liam, jokingly: "What was that? Was that a monster?"
Martin: "Girl's got a pair of lungs on her, doesn't she?"
Alexa smiles, taking it as a compliment.
Kolton: "What's goin' on, girls?"
Mayra: "We're having a bit of trouble figuring out this partner thing. Think you guys can help us sort us out?"

The boys agreed, talking around to see who each girl wanted as a partner. Kolton and Jayce were both surprised and somewhat pleased to see how many of the girls wanted them as a partner, as were Cheyanne, and Paula. What follows is a montage of confessionals from the girls and the guys.

"Jayce is easily one of the strongest guys here..."

"I could easily see myself working with Cheyanne..."

"I really, really, wanna work with Paula, but she wants Jayce..."

"Kolton or Jayce- I'm just really hoping it's one of them."

"Kolton-"

"Cheyanne-"

"Paula-"

"Jayce-"

"Talking to the boys may have caused more problems than it solved... now it's just total confusion, and almost everyone wanting the same two people. But... we did figure one thing out!"

The scene cuts back to the group, with Kyla speaking.
Kyla: "Alright, so... I want Rafael."
Rafeal, lighting up: "Well, guess who finally found his teammate!"
Kyla cheers happily and jumps up and down at this.

"I am so excited. I really wanted Rafael to be my partner, and it turns out, he wants me to be his partner too! Everyone seemed to be okay with it, so I think this is really gonna work out!"

"I'm glad Kyla's so happy about likely being partners with Rafael. Kyla's my closest friend here, and they may be the youngest and smallest two here, but they easily get along the best out of anyone here. Meanwhile, like most of the other girls, I'm hoping to get Kolton or Jayce, but... I think I'd rather get Kolton. He seems more likely to work well with me than Jayce because... well, let's just say the attention is starting to go to his head a bit..." she ends this with a chuckle.

"I'm not even gonna lie, the attention I'm gettin' from the girls is... making me feel really good! Like, I wasn't exactly expecting to be so popular with these girls, but it makes me feel good that I'm probably gonna get a good partner pick."

---

The episode transitions to later in the day, where Randall and Martin are relaxing alone in their hut. Randall seems to have an irritated look on his face.

Randall: "Why are they clamoring so much over those two?"
Martin: "You mean... Jayce and Kolton?"
Randall: "Yeah! You and me easily did the best at the first mission, so we've got the strength they want."
Martin: "I hear ya. But I'm not gonna be too fussy over it all."

"Randall's kinda ticked off at the girls, since most of them want Kolton or Jayce, and they're going after those two like my piggies on their next meal, and I'm trying to keep him calm about it all. I wanna work with Randall, and I don't want him blowin' up, because then no one's gonna want him."

"Of course I'm mad about the situation! I gave it my all in the Right-to-Stay, and yet all the girls wanna be partners with either Kolton or Jayce. I didn't come here to be the popular guy or get a girlfriend or whatever, but I'm starting to feel kinda... disrespected."

Randall Voice-Over: "Martin and I are very different people, but he's come off as a very trustworthy guy. I think I can work with him going forward, as long as he doesn't have loose lips."

The two of them continue their conversation.
Randall: "So who are you wanting to get as a partner?"
Martin: "Well, I woulda wanted Paula or Cheyanne, but after thinkin' of it, I wouldn't mind havin' Mayra either."
Randall: "Hmm... I could see you working with Mayra."
Martin: "What about you? You talk with Ann?"
Randall: "I did... she seemed open to the idea of being my partner. Might talk with her again later."
Martin: "Alright, man. Here's hopin'."

"Earlier, Randall came up and talked to me about being his partner. I told him I was open to the idea, but... I'm not so sure. It's not that I don't like him, I just... don't think we'd work well together. He says he's smart, but I feel like he'd play more off of gut instinct, and he'd be kinda... unpredictable, y'know. I'm still hoping to get Carmelo or maybe even Liam. They both seem smart and strong, and capable to help me win this game."

The scene cuts back to the conversation between Randall and Martin, when Jayce enters the hut. The three of them exchange greetings as Randall starts whispering to Jayce.
Randall: "Yo, Jayce... Paula's going around in circles trying to make sure she's your partner."
Jayce: "I know, man. But most of us already agreed on her to be on Carmelo's team."
Randall: "I don't think that's gonna stop her."

"Paula's going overboard trying to make sure she gets Jayce, even though things are set up for her to be with Carmelo. If she pulls anything funny, this might make her and Jayce way too powerful of a team. We might need to stop her before she even gets the chance."

"It's kinda annoying how far Paula's going to get her and Jayce to be partners. Like, I'm right here! Are you not aware that like, four other girls want him as their partner too?"

"I desperately want Jayce as my partner. I seriously think he's the only guy I can handle working with, aside from maybe Kolton or Martin? Don't get me wrong... I'm not planning on betraying anyone, but if I want him as a partner, I might have no choice. I might be able to work with Carmelo, but I'd rather not take that chance."

---

The episode cuts to the teens gathering at the grassy, open field nearby the jungle. Smack dab in the middle of the cleared out playing area are 6 really tall PVC pipes standing straight up, and packed closely together in a circle, and padded with foam... just in case. Nearby are the usual seven team triangles of the usual colors- red, blue, yellow, green, orange, purple, and gray.

JD: "Hey, guys! How're ya doing?"
Group: "Good."
JD: "How'd the talking go between you guys?"
The question was met with nervous laughter.
JD, chuckling a bit at the response: "Doesn't sound too reassuring. Randall, what's going on?"
Randall: "Well, JD, a lot of the girls want to be partners with either Jayce or Kolton. And a lot of the guys wanna be partners with either Paula or Cheyanne."
JD, referring to the four mentioned teens: "Wow, the four of you must be popular!"
Paula: "Yeah!"
Kolton: "I guess!"

JD: "Well, it's time to find out who gets who. This game is called 'Geyser,' and here's how it works. This game will be played in six rounds. Each round, a colored ball will come flying out of one of the six pipes. Your job is simple. Be the first to grab the ball, and you may create any team of your choice... except your own. The player who grabs the last ball will be able to choose not only the sixth team, but their teammate as well. Once you are part of a team, you're out of the game."
The teens' eyes widen at this revelation.
JD: "Oh, and by the way... the game is called 'Geyser' for a reason. So behind every ball that shoots out of the pipes, some water will likely follow it. Everybody ready?"
Group: "Yeah!"
JD: "Good luck! Everyone make a circle around the pipes, and we'll get started."

"I'm trying to keep an open mind, but at the end of the day, I want to be teamed up with someone I can really work with. I'm not here to lose. I want someone who doesn't want to lose either."

"I know I'm the joker punk girl and all, but I know I can go far in this competition. It's all a matter of who becomes my partner today."

The teens now circle the towering pipes, prepared for whatever comes flying out.
JD: "Alright, first ball is gonna be a red ball! Whoever gets this will create the red team! Ready.... GO!"
POP!
The red ball and some water come flying out of the first tube! Cheyanne, Martin and Riya seem to be in the line of fire.
Some of the other teens start running for the ball...
WHAP!
JD: "There we go, Riya's got it! Come here, Riya!"
Riya: "God, that was crazy!"
JD: "It was crazy, but well done! Now, you've got the power to make the first team of Endurance- the red team. Let's start with the guys. Which of the boys do you want on the red team. Remember that you cannot be on the red team yourself."
Riya: "Alright, let's go with... Carmelo."
JD: "Carmelo. Stay where you are, Carmelo, because now Riya, you need to pick his partner for the red team. Which of the girls is it gonna be?"
Riya: "It's gonna be Paula."
Paula gives a bit of a sad look at this, but tries to hide it.
JD: "Paula. Carmelo and Paula, you guys are the first team- the red team. Congratulations, step onto the red triangle."
The teens clap as Carmelo and Paula take their place.

JD: "Alright, guys get into position, the next ball is gonna be blue! Get ready!"
POP!
Randall, exclaiming: "Oh, mamacita!"
Liam, while being pushed by Jayce: "Hey, no pushing!"
Randall, Mayra, and Martin are aiming to catch the blue ball, while Ann gets splashed hard, and...
PLAP!
JD: "Alright, Mayra's got the blue ball! Well done!"
Mayra walks over to JD.
JD: "Now you get to make the blue team. Who's gonna be the guy?"
Mayra: "I'll say Rafael."
JD: "Rafael. Now the important part. Who will be Rafael's partner for the rest of this game?"
Mayra, almost immediately: "Kyla."
Kyla gives Mayra a smile of appreciation.
JD: "Kyla. Rafael and Kyla, you two are now the blue team. Go ahead and take your spot on blue. They seem really happy about this!"
More clapping as Rafael and Kyla happily step onto the blue triangle.

JD: "Alright, get ready for the next round, this one's gonna be yellow!"
POP!
At this point, nearly all the teens are scampering for the ball, and when it goes a little farther than expected...
Riya: "Got it!"
JD: "Oh, Riya's got her second ball!"
Riya walks over cheerfully, standing beside JD.
JD: "Wow, nicely done, Riya! That's the second one you've caught."
Some of the group starts to look pretty impressed.
JD: "Alright, now for the decision. Riya, who's gonna be the guy on the yellow team?"
Riya, after thinking it over for a few seconds: "...Liam."
JD: "Liam. Alright then. Now, who's going to be Liam's partner on the yellow team for the remainder of this game?"
Riya: "Um.... I'll say Mayra."
The two of them give agreeing nods in return.
JD: "Mayra. Liam and Mayra, are now our yellow team."
Liam and Mayra take their places on the yellow triangle as Riya again heads back into the playing field.

JD: "Okay, the next ball is going to be green! A green ball! Get ready!"
POP!
Jayce, Kolton, Ann, Cheyanne, and Randall all have their eyes on this one, and once it's low enough, all of them jump for it! But one of their hands smack it and it goes flying! The teens frantically look around, until one of them runs for it-
JD: "Oh, there it is! Ann's got it!"
Randall: "Aw, nicely done!"
Ann walks over to JD, green ball in hand.
JD: "Nicely done indeed, Ann. Now you get to create the green team. So tell me, who's gonna be the first guy on the green team?"
The suspense builds as the boys look at her expectantly... Ann ponders and the suspenseful music plays, until she finally comes up with a name...
Ann: "...Randall."
Randall's eyes widen as he hears his name, along with some of the other teens. Weren't... wasn't he supposed to be Ann's partner? Why is she putting him on a different team?
JD: "Randall. You seem stunned, what's going on?"
Randall: "Yeah, well... I thought Ann was okay with being my partner, but... apparently not."
JD: "Wow. Well, Ann, now you have to choose Randall's partner. Who will he be on the green team with?"
Ann thinks it over a little more, before saying...: "...Alexa."
JD: "Alexa. Randall and Alexa, the green team. Take your spot, guys."
Randall and Alexa head on over to the green triangle as Ann takes her place back in the playing field.
Alexa, whispering to Randall: "Sorry about Ann..."
Randall, whispering to Alexa: "It's alright. I don't mind having you as a partner."

JD: "Alright, get ready! Next ball is going to be an orange ball!"
POP!
The remaining six players in the game are scampering for the ball, until...
SNATCH!
JD: "Ohh, Kolton's got it!"
Kolton heads over beside JD.
JD: "Well done, Kolton, now it's your turn. You'll be creating the orange team. Who's gonna be the guy on orange?"
Kolton: "Martin."
JD: "Martin. Alright, Kolton, which girl is going to be on the orange team with him?"
Kolton starts to think this over... he eventually makes up his mind...
Kolton: "...Ann."
Ann looks a bit disappointed in this, and Martin is simply looking unaffected.
JD: "Ann. Martin and Ann, you are now the orange team."
The two remain conflicted as they take their places on the orange spot and Kolton heads back to the field of play.

JD: "Alright, this is gonna be the last ball! Whoever gets this decides both teams, including their own! It's gonna be purple, meaning the last team is gonna be gray! Get ready!"
POP!
The ball goes high in the air! All four of them are scrambling for the ball- Cheyanne, Kolton, Jayce, and Riya- it looks like anyone's to lose, when suddenly-!
WHAP!
Kolton: "Yes!"
JD: "Kolton gets his second ball!"
Riya: "Yeah, Kolton!"
Kolton enthusiastically runs over to JD.
JD: "Very nicely done, Kolton! Now you've got the most power of all. Because you got the purple ball, you're going to be on the gray team. And out of the girls, Cheyanne or Riya, whoever you don't pick to be on purple, will be on the gray team with you."
Kolton: "I read ya loud and clear!"
The group and JD both laugh.
JD: "Awesome. Now, as there's only one guy who can be on the purple team, we already know it's gonna be Jayce. So, Kolton, who's going to be Jayce's partner for the rest of his time on Endurance?"
Jayce, laughing nervously: "Bro, you better pick carefully..."
Laughter hits the group once again as Kolton returns his own nervous laugh.
Kolton: "Oh god! Um..."
Kolton thinks the decision over a bit...
Kolton: "Y'know what, JD? I think I'm gonna put Jayce with... Cheyanne."
JD: "Cheyanne."
Jayce and Cheyanne smile at this.
JD, smiling: "Jayce and Cheyanne, you are now the purple team! Take your spot." 

JD: "Now Kolton, you know who this leaves you with, right?"
Kolton, grinning: "Riya!"
JD: "Riya, c'mon over here!"
Riya runs over excitedly.
JD: "Kolton and Riya, you are now the gray team, head on over to gray!"
The two of them do just that.

JD steps back to get a better view of the teams.
JD: "Alright! I am now looking at the official teams of Endurance! Give yourself a round of applause!"
The entire group claps!
JD: "Now, you all think we're done here, right?"
Group: "Yeah?"
JD: "...Actually... I don't think so."

A wave of tenseness hits the group as JD, without saying a word, starts to walk to a nearby bush. The usual suspense music starts to play. Out from behind it, he pulls out... a brown triangle. One similar to the ones the teams are standing on. Staying silent, JD walks over to the teams... and places the brown triangle to the far right of the line, beside the gray team. Some of the teens' eyes start to widen as gasps can be heard. After this, he simply stands back where he was before...
JD: "I've got a little surprise for you guys."

The group is in light distress as they realize what is happening- a twist is about to unfold.
JD: "Now, on Endurance, we've had an 8th team before. So, I bet you're wondering... 'Well, who is it? Players from an older season? The guys who lost the right-to-stay mission? The kids of players from an older season?' Well, let's just say... you're about to see... some very familiar faces!"
Some of the teens go from nervousness, to hopefulness.
JD, calling out from the jungle: "Come on in, guys!"

After the call, in comes...
Ryan.
And Natalee.
And Matteo.
And Maggie and Deegan and Meadow!

The group cheers excitedly at seeing the six of them.
JD: "Yep! The six players eliminated from the right-to-stay mission... will get a second chance to become official Endurance players!"
The cheering resumes!
JD, turning to the six unofficial players: "Of course, guys... it's not gonna be easy. You'll be competing as one group. The winner will not only become an official Endurance player... they will also get to choose their partner! For now, I'll let you guys head back to the huts to reunite for a few hours, but after that, it's gonna be game time. Enjoy this for now, though, I'll see you guys later!"
JD heads off as the two groups reunite in hugs, eventually heading back for the beach.

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"Next time, on Endurance: Seychelles!"
"Old friends reunite!"
Randall in a confessional: "I need Ryan to get back in this game!"
Cheyanne, talking to Maggie: "You don't know how badly I want you back in this."
Matteo, talking to Jayce: "Man, if I get back in this, it's gonna be you and me the whole way."
"Old memories come back to haunt!"
JD: "You'll be competing in the same challenge that eliminated you once already!"
Ryan: "Aw, not again..."
"Old tensions rise between players!"
Mayra: "I don't know if Natalee's apology is real or not, I never really saw her act like this."
Kolton, talking aloud to a group of people: "Guys, I wanna have a group meeting."
"And out of all the old, comes one new and final official Endurance team!"
JD, talking to an unseen player: "Who... will be your partner for the rest of your time on Endurance?"

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The Red Team- Carmelo and Paula
The Orange Team- Martin and Ann
The Yellow Team- Liam and Mayra
The Green Team- Randall and Alexa
The Blue Team- Rafael and Kyla
The Purple Team- Jayce and Cheyanne
The Gray Team- Kolton and Riya
The Brown Team- ____  and ____

[Cruise meerkat Youssy]

I really like Blue team right now. They’re young, but they’re like the most mature. And I think Ann made the right choice by putting Randall on a different team, although Green is a strange pairing but it may work. Gray looks stacked. Great episode! I hope Maggie comes back!

[theacf12]

I love this series so much! Loving the Blue and Gray teams, especially! I really want to see Deegan come back and there be a storyline for him to develop a friendship with Kolton!

[jackheadphonius]

Mar 23, 2019 22:53:26 GMT -5 Cruise meerkat Youssy said:

I really like Blue team right now. They’re young, but they’re like the most mature. And I think Ann made the right choice by putting Randall on a different team, although Green is a strange pairing but it may work. Gray looks stacked. Great episode! I hope Maggie comes back!

Mar 24, 2019 14:33:57 GMT -5 theacf12 said:

I love this series so much! Loving the Blue and Gray teams, especially! I really want to see Deegan come back and there be a storyline for him to develop a friendship with Kolton!

Big thanks to both of you guys, glad to see that there are already favorite teams with Blue and Gray! And yeah, Ann has made a very... interesting Green team. My plan is to make as much plot around all the players I can, including the eventual Brown Team! Meanwhile, let me know which of the other teams that you'd like to see more of! Unfortunately, I have to bend to the will of the randomizer to keep things fair. But I'll do what I can to make the story enjoyable!

Speaking of which, wish I could put up a poll for votes, but I don't seem to have that permission. Oh well. At least you've already let me know who you're rooting for to return! I should have the next part out hopefully later this week, or early next week! Love you guys!

[crystalclearhawaii]

Sorry for my absence! I've had to work out some personal things lately. Green team is definitely gonna be... interesting. But hey, they could pull a Monroe and Bryanah!

I definitely love all the people who could come back. Slightly biased to Deegan, but in the end as long as the two who return make an entertaining team, I'm looking forward to it.