35.01-Not fit for a princess

Welcome to the 35th season of the Smole! We've come a very long way and still receive tremendous support. For those new to the show, on the Smole, a group of contestants takes part in challenges, called "missions", to earn points for the pot, where 1 point equals 100 Simoleons. However, there is a saboteur or Mole among them who earns whatever does not go into the pot. The others must deduce who the Mole is and they will be tested via quizzes, in which the lowest scorer is eliminated, or "executed". In the event of a tie, the slowest player will be executed. This will continue until the final three.

This season's twist is...no twist! We're going to play it the regular way this season. With that out of the way, let's get the season started!

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The contestants are currently on their first mission. There are ten tents around town. Outside each tent is a placard telling contestants the task they need to do. If they succeed, they can enter the tent to claim whatever is inside. However, one tent contains a bomb. Once the bomb has been found, the mission ends. Each contestant can choose to stop at any time and if everyone stops, they can keep whatever they earned as long as they did not run into a bomb. This mission is worth 100 points. Also, if a contestant fails a task, they or another contestant can come back and try again.

Ryenn: "Wait up! I don't want to go alone."

Ian: "You can join me then."

Ryenn: "Thanks!"

Douglas: "I see a tent here."

Douglas: "Oh boy, I hope this isn't the one with the bomb."

Douglas: "I pray my luck isn't that bad. Hmm, my task is to read up on the history of Twinbrook before answering a question."

Douglas: "I'm Douglas Chip and my age is 25. I don't have a job right now but I'm looking...sorry, this is just very stressful and difficult for me. I don't come from the best family so I'm looking for a new life."

Douglas: "No, not it, nope...aha, 'The Complete History of Twinbrook'."

Douglas: "I better start reading."

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Astrid: "The junkyard is the only logical place to be. Is it not said that one man's trash is another man's treasure?"

Astrid: "Good day to all you viewers. I am Astrid Dyke-Kant and I am 33 years of age. My family is officially Norwegian but the ethnicities had been mixed up generations ago. Some claim I have a German accent too so perhaps one of my ancestors got naughty and flew over for exotic foreign fun. I am currently studying astronomy. It is such a fascinating topic. Please do not confuse it with astrology, which I too dabble in but do not have as great an interest in. The school is prestigious and well-recognised but the fees are coming to be a bit too high...so I am here to win money. Let me win, m***********."

Astrid: "Nothing in here."

Astrid: "Maybe the tent is hidden in here."

Astrid: "I must do what is done."

Astrid: "For the stars!"

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Ryenn: "I see a tent!"

Ian: "It's probably about reading. Do you wanna read? Because I don't."

Ryenn: "It could be worth something."

Ian: "Let's just move on to more exciting tasks. Leave these to the plebs."

Ryenn: "How about this one? It sounds more interesting."

Ian: "Alright. Then we'll stop here and check it out."

Ian: "Play for tips and get at least 25 Simoleons. I say we let someone else handle this."

Ian: "Let's move on."

Ryenn: "Wait for me. I'm not used to running."

Ian: "Why? Haven't been exercising?"

Ryenn: "Hi, I'm Ryenn Picardo! I'm 22 this year. I'm unemployed. A bit about me: I was involved in an accident many years ago that put me in a wheelchair. After years of physiotherapy, it finally paid off and I can finally walk on my own two feet again like normal. So I want to see where my two feet bring me to and I'm ready to explore the world in a new perspective."

Ryenn: "Up there! A tent!"

Ian: "Good eye. Let's get up there."

Ryenn: "Uh-oh. We're trapped."

Ian: "Who says?"

Ryenn: "How about we just move on? This could have the bomb."

Ian: "Take some risks and live life a little. If we think like that then we don't need to do any mission then because any tent can have the bomb."

Ryenn: "You're right. I came to see the world."

Ian: "Wait for me while I climb over the fence."

Ryenn: "It's electric."

Ian: "Even better."

Ryenn: "There's no convincing you out of this...good luck and stay safe. Don't touch the fence."

Ian: "I will...and won't."

Ian: "Now stand back."

Ian: "Huzzah!"

Ian: "My name is Ian Ryder. I'm a racecar driver and I love my job. I'm 32 and am happily married to two boys Jayden and Rayden, age 4 and 7 respectively. You must be calculating when I got married and may assume that I got hitched at the tender age of 25...that's not entirely wrong. It was a shotgun wedding but I was nearing 26 at that time. Anyway, I'm here to live life on the edge and make my kids proud of me. I know you're watching, boys. Just watch as Daddy wins."

Ryenn: "Oh my gosh you're amazing!"

Ian: "This is nothing."

Ryenn: "Are you kidding? You just did a somersault in the air! You're my hero!"

Ian: "Heh. Glad I could be of service."

Ryenn: "I want to be just like you."

Ian: "Oh, we just need to get a tattoo. Feeling a little adventurous, Ryenn?"

Ryenn: "Definitely!"

Ian: "I suggest you go for something meaningful."

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Ryenn: "Ouch!"

Alistair: "Just hold still. Almost done..."

Alistair: "And voila."

Ryenn: "Thank you! This butterfly is exactly what I wanted. It's so beautiful and free."

Ryenn: "I love it so much. I better go and tell Ian to collect whatever's inside."

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Douglas: "I'm ready."

"Who sailed to Twinbrook in 1467?"

Douglas: "It was Sir Henry Armford."

"Correct. You may now enter the tent."

Douglas: "Yes!"

Douglas: "10 points."

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Morris: "I still haven't run into a single tent yet. I want to do something."

Morris: "I'm Morris Delven and I hail from the city of Bridgeport. A bunch of city slickers being thrown into a swampy environment is definitely a new experience for me. I'm 26 years old this year.  I was once an underwear model but I've turned to acting and I hope to make my big break. I believe the Smole will be a great platform to kick that off."

Pierre: "Unless I'm blind or someone removed the tent, this isn't it."

Sylvia: "Have you noticed the way Gina keeps looking at Pierre?"

Courtney: "I totally have. It's adorable."

Courtney: "Hola everybody. I'm Courtney Ball and 25 this year. I'm from Hidden Springs and I'm a princess. The Princess of Fun, in fact. You may have known my sister, Wanda, who competed last season. This season, I'm here to win while having fun. Hmm, what else should I say? Ah, Wanda should have joined this season. The living conditions this season are so bad. Like, eww. Not fit for a princess at all."

Grace: "Can you kiss me? I want to be kissed by a star."

Pierre: "Sure thing, babe."

Courtney: "That escalated quickly."

Sylvia: "We should really be focusing on the mission. Perhaps if we find a tent here, we must dig in trash."

Courtney: "Ew, no way."

Grace: "Wait, you're not that A-list actor Jerry Ken! You lied to me!"

Pierre: "I never said I was."

Grace: "Talk to the hand."

Grace: "You could have told me that. I kept mistaking you for him. You stole my virginity!"

Pierre: "Hey now, watch your words."

Grace: "I can't believe there's only one celeb on this season. How disappointing."

Pierre: "Wassup! I'm Pierre Oak. My dad's called Pedro and my momma's Sally, just F.Y.I. I'm 25 this year with no work--who needs that, anyway?--and I'm looking for a wild time. Hit me up any time!"

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Douglas: "Lift 500 Sim units of weights. There's no way I can manage that but nobody's around...I'll try."

Douglas: "Just copy him."

Douglas: "Shouldn't be that hard."

Douglas: "Ack!"

Douglas: "My arms feel like they're breaking."

Douglas: "I give up. I think I'll just take what I have and stop."

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Monique: "Are you sure you don't sell tents?"

Sofia: "Yes, ma'am. I know exactly what we do and do not have. Ugh, why did I even agree to get a job?"

Monique: "I guess I can't try to deceive then."

Monique: "Only 10 tents, right? There are 12 of us so I won't be needed. I'll stop."

Monique: "My name is Monique Plaita and I am 29 this year. I am currently a businesswoman but have studied law back in university. I hope to put it to good use one day. I failed my last bar exam but I am confident I can do well this time. I should also pre-emptively say that I know Morris. We share an apartment in Bridgeport but I can assure you the relationship is purely and strictly professional."

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Vincent: "Play for tips and earn at least 25 Simoleons..."

Vincent: "I might as well try."

Vincent: "My name is Vincent...Vincent Welding. I'm a 37-year-old fencer. I'm looking for a new passion, whatever that may be. I'm single as well if you're curious."

Vincent: "Let's see...oh, I'm making music!"

Vincent: "Oh gosh, this sounds horrible."

Vincent: "How do you play a guitar?"

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Courtney: "Where did you even get this cheap car anyway?"

Grace: "Someone dumped it on the road with the keys intact, so I thought why not? They clearly don't want it."

Sylvia: "That's not very nice. I suggest you return it ASAP."

Grace: "Whatever you say, Sylvia. Can I get your autograph?"

Pierre: "This is the fourth autograph you asked from her already."

Grace: "One can never have too many."

Grace: "I am Grace Gina Pierce, but please just call me Gina. I'm unemployed but I want to work in the entertainment industry some time. I am 28 years old and I am a big fine of Stacy Gro. I've even dyed my hair and got a matching hairstyle as her to show my undying love for her. I suppose that is all for now. Muacks! Thanks for listening, my lovely fans. I love all of you!"

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Hykel: "Pole dancing...let's just get this over and done with."

Hykel: "Is this how you do it?"

Hykel: "And then I hump the pole, right?"

Hykel: "And then what? Do I just climb to the top?"

Hykel: "My name is Hykel Asrulfi. I am from Malaysia and I am a taxi driver back there. I'm Malay and I'm not sure if I should share this at such a sensitive time but I think it's obvious enough that I am Muslim. I am 40 this year and married. I will do my best in this game."

Hykel: "This is so embarrassing."

Hykel: "I can't imagine if this airs."

Hykel: "Alright, that's enough."

Hykel: "I will never live this down. My family and friends will murder me if they saw this. Good thing the show doesn't air on mainstream channels back home."

"5 points and an exemption. I'm definitely not going to risk losing it. I'll stop here now. I just hope the rest do too."

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Grace: "I see a tent!"

Pierre: "Hold up a moment, guys. Between you and me, do you think she's a little...crazy?"

Sylvia: "She's different but I'm sure she's lovely."

Courtney: "A little cray can be fun."

Pierre: "No arguing with that."

Grace: "Come on guys! It says we have to build 50 sandcastles. Let's get to it."

Grace: "It just slips through your hand."

Courtney: "You need water."

Pierre: "This is so childish. And the sand is getting everywhere. My nether regions are starting to itch."

Sylvia: "You know, this is actually kind of nice."

Sylvia: "Almost therapeutic."

Sylvia: "Hello to all of you at home. My name is Sylvia Platt and I am 36 this year. Most of you should be aware that I am a singer who's released many albums. I've currently released one more entitled 'Rain' and I'm here for a publicity campaign. I am also currently engaged and will be getting married at the end of this year. I am excited for what's in store for me."

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Ian: "A tent. It says we need to explore the catacombs. Are you ready for some adventure? Ryenn?"

Ryenn: "I'm a little scared."

Ian: "Don't be. I'll be right here with you."

Ryenn: "Thanks. I needed that."

Ian: "My pleasure. Ready to go in?"

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Morris: "I just need to swim to the other end breaststroke-style within 45 seconds. Should be easy."

Morris: "Did I make it?"

"41 seconds. You may enter the tent."

Morris: "Woo!"

Morris: "What do we have here?"

Morris: "20 points. Nice. I wonder if I can find any more."

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Ian: "What happened to you? I lost track of you halfway."

Ryenn: "I managed to get out..."

Ryenn: "...so I entered the tent. It had a bomb inside. All our efforts are lost."

Ian: "Bummer. But it should've been expected, right?"

0/100 points have been earned thanks to Ian and Ryenn. Hykel also loses his exemption. Is it deliberate? Is one of them the Mole?

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Next episode,

Ryenn: "I definitely do not think it is fair that everyone is blaming us for this. Sure, we ran into a bomb, but that was just bad luck. Hardly anybody wanted to stop the mission. And I don't think Ian is the Mole. I trust Ian. He stood up for both of us when things turned nasty. He gives me such a sense of security."

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Monique: "What is it?"

Morris: "We should form a coalition, since we know each other beforehand and such."

Monique: "I suppose we do have the most chemistry...it is a deal."

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Vincent: "Aren't you two going to study?"

Pierre: "For what? It's only the first quiz."

Courtney: "Yeah, we won't be leaving any time soon."

Vincent: "Don't be so cocky. It's always best to be prepared."

Pierre: "You sound like my parents. I didn't come here for lectures."

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"Unfortunately, you have been the first to be executed. Please pack your bags and leave."

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Here is the point allocation.

1. fire station-pole dance-5 points + exemption

2. swimming pool-swim 1 lap within a certain time-20 points

3. beach-build 50 sandcastles-5 points

4. park-jump on trampoline and count how many flags with Smole logo there are-5 points

5. military base-make out in military base without getting caught-10 points

6. salon-get a tattoo-10 points

7. graveyard-explore catacombs-BOMB

8. gym-lift 500 Sim units of weight-20 points

9. library-read about history of twinbrook then answer a q-10 points

10. theatre-play for tips and earn 25 Simoleons in tips-15 points