The Hot Nerd

This is the first episode of Survivor: South Africa

Introduction
The camera opens to a shot of the sun rising from beyond the dark horizon, throwing a golden yellow and orange tint over the African Plains which will serve as the backdrop for the season. A timelapse shows the sun shoot high into the sky, fully revealing the locale and causing the temperatures to rise rapidly. A montage is shown of giraffes, elephants, zebras, and hippos before finally ending on a lion with a blood soaked mouth letting out a growl as it is about to devour its prey.

The camera then cuts to an aerial shot as it follows an Open-Game Viewing Vehicle, commonly seen on safari's, speeding down a long bumpy dirt road and leaving behind a giant dust cloud. The shot zooms in and it's revealed that Jeff Probst is inside, ready to deliver the opening monologue.

The camera switches to another aerial view where four helicopters quickly fly into view.

The scene cuts to inside the first helicopter carrying half of the yellow Pondo tribe, where Nathan, Hannah, Cynthia, Connor, and J.D. all nervously sit.

The camera focuses onto Nathan's smiling face.

Hannah is shown looking out the small circular window of the helicopter, gawking at the incredible view.

J.D., who is sitting on the opposite side of the helicopter than what Hannah is, looks down the group no doubt sizing up the competition.

The camera then cuts to show one of the other three helicopters flying in mid air, the sound of the propellers can be prominently heard. This time it's carrying five members of the red Venda tribe, Jessa, Kristin, Jacquelyn, Jonnie, and Jorden.

A close up is shown of a cowboy hat sitting on someones lap, the camera pans up to reveal Jorden's face.

As sweat trickles down his forehead, Jonnie lets out a nervous exhale as he looks to the ground.

Feeling naucous from the helicopter ride, Kristin cups her hand over her forehead while Jessa attempts to provide comfort by rubbing her back.

The camera cuts to the four helicopters once again as they all fly side by side, the sound of the propellers once again the main focus in the background sound. As they fly out of frame the shot cuts back to Jeff Probst one final time.



The four helicopters come in for a landing in the middle of a clearing surrounded by tall grass and a few miscellaneous trees scattered in the background, causing an uproar of dust and debris from the ground. As they touch down the camera focuses onto one of the choppers as its door quickly slides open and the five castaways file out from inside. In front of them lay two different colored mats, one designated for each tribe, which everyone ventures to the one matching their corresponding buff.

Once the tribes are fully assembled, multiple castaways are shown looking around and absorbing the moment.

The camera focuses directly onto Troy as he scopes out his own tribe mates.

A rumble can be heard in the distance, causing heads to turn out of curiosity. Kristin can be seen turning to Sarah and mouthing 'what the?' The open-game viewing vehicle, seen earlier carrying Jeff Probst during the opening scene, can be seen in the distance as it quickly comes barreling toward the clearing in which the castaways are all anxiously awaiting. As it grows near Jeff can be clearly seen standing in the back, causing an uproar of commotion. Slamming on its breaks the truck comes to an abrupt stop and Jeff jumps out and on to the ground, then walks over to stand in front of the two tribes.

Jeff stands before the brand new castaways quiet momentarily, nodding his head and flashing his famous dimples. With a smile, he delivers.

Jeff Probst (Enthusiastically): Welcome to Survivor South Africa!

Everyone begins to cheer and applaud. A close up is then shown of Nathan, a self proclaimed superfan of Survivor, beaming with excitement.

Jeff Probst: You are all about to embark on a journey like no other as Wafflefreak returns to his roots and brings the Survivor competition back to the African continent. This will without a doubt be the hardest conditions a group of castaways have ever faced, so brace yourselves for the absolute worst.

The camera shows Kristin and Sarah exchanging nervous looks.

With the nod of his head, Jeff motions toward Donna.

Jeff Probst: Older lady in the green vest, what's your name?

Donna (Cheery): (Smiles) Donna!

Jeff Probst: What is it that you do, Donna?

Donna: I'm an entrepreneur. I started my own bathing suit business where I design and hand make all my products. I've learned to embrace my plus sized body and I want young women to do the same, I'm here to spread positivity through my collection I call fatkini's.

Giggles can be heard among the crowd.

Donna: (Grins) I know, I know, I probably sound like I'm joking. I'm honestly not, Jeff. I think body image is a huge problem among todays youth and if by me appearing on this show and rocking my curves with confidence inspires even one girl out there, I can go home a happy loser if I am to be voted off.

Jeff Probst: What about you, girl with the short hair?

Jacquelyn (Proud): I'm Jacquelyn and I teach boxing for a LGBT youth organization, helping those that are lesser fortunate.

Jeff continues with Troy.

Troy: My name's Troy Harris, I'm 56 years old, and I'm a construction worker.

Jeff Probst (Curious): What about you, kid in the yellow coat?

Nathan (Excitedly): First of all Mr. Probst may I just say how frickin' cool it is to have you before me right now and asking a question. (Lets out big sigh and drops his shoulders) Okay, hi. My name's Nathan, I'm 18 years old, and I love survivor!

Jeff smiles.

Jeff Probst: Well thank you Nathan, it's a pleasure to have to here. So as a seeming fan of the show I must ask, what do you think is the most important part of these first few days?

Nathan (Energetic): Oh, jeez (Sighs), that's a toughy. I'd probably say the first impression that you make and whether or not you can live up to it or correct it.

Still smiling, Jeff nods to Nathan's answer.

Jeff Probst: Yeah, I'd say you've got a pretty good idea when it comes to the social aspect of the game. (Begins to talk to the group as opposed to just Nathan) Nathan's right, first impressions reign very high in this game.

The camera fans cross the two tribes, many faces among the crowd look nervous and worried.

Jeff Probst: Now who's ready to put that first impression to the test?

Jorden is shown taking a nervous gulp.

Jeff Probst: It is time for your first vote, for both tribes.

Donna covers her open mouth in surprise.

The castaways are shocked to learn that both tribes must now write down someones name so quickly into the beginning of the game. Jeff walks across to the yellow Pondo tribe and hands them a handful of markers and paper then does the same to the red Venda tribe, asking them to pass the handfuls down to their tribe mates and that they'll have one minute to make their decision.

Immediately the yellow Pondo tribe members turn away from one another and take a step off the mat, each ensuring that no one else could see who's name they had written down. The camera focuses onto Christopher as he writes someone's name down, scribbles it out, then writes another.

However over on the red Venda tribe, things are handled slightly differently. The castaways look around at one another for a moment, almost as if they're in a state of shock, as they're totally unsure what to base their decisions off of. Immediately Wayne, who's mannerisms paint him as someone who's socially awkward, pipes up and suggests that they need the strongest team moving forward and need to vote out Thomas who'd guarantee to hold them back.

Surprised, Nina's eyes widen at Wayne's blunt request. Thomas however isn't having it, making a passive aggressive comment to the tribe as a whole that they should base their decision on their own intuition.

The camera focuses onto Rebecca, Nina, Jorden, Jonnie, J.D., and Monae in montage as they each write down their vote.

Jeff Probst: And that is time, one minute is up. Please have your votes written down and return to your designated mats.

Both tribes' castaways settle back into position and Jeff walks over, collecting the votes from each and every single castaway.

Jeff Probst: I'll go tally the votes.

The camera shows Cynthia as she closes her eyes, losing herself in her own thoughts and concerns.

Jeff disappears momentarily, giving the camera time to pan over several nervous faces. As he returns with the results of both votes, Cynthia is shown exhaling a deep sigh.

Jeff Probst (Serious): I have the results. If you happen to be the person who received the most votes from your tribe mates, please join me up here.

Jeff turns his attention directly onto the Pondo tribe. Cynthia clenches her eyes shut, expecting to hear her own name, while Nathan nervously chews on the inside of his cheek.

Jeff Probst: The castaway having earned the majority of your tribes votes... is... Donna.

An expression of pure shock takes ahold of Cynthia's face as her head turns quickly into Donna's direction. "Okay", Donna says with a grin as she nods her head in an attempt to be gracious about the results. As the group parts to allow Donna to walk forward and over to Jeff Probst, J.D. extends his hand and pats her on the shoulder as a way of consoling. As Donna stands next to Jeff, holding her composure well, he shifts his gaze upon to the Venda tribe.

Jeff Probst: There is no time to waste. Venda tribe you are also about to lose your first member, right here, right now.

The camera shows Thomas anxiously awaiting the results, nervous that people may have jumped on Wayne's bandwagon. Sarah is then shown as she nervously cups both of her hands over her mouth.

Jeff Probst: The person a majority of you have decided who's name to write down is... Wayne.

Thomas breaths a huge sigh of relief, collapsing his tense posture. Hearing the results causes Wayne to immediately scoff and roll his eyes. Without even looking back at any of his fellow tribe mates, he walks forward and joins Jeff and Donna, all while shaking his head. Standing before the rest of the castaways, Wayne stands silently and continues to give his former team dirty looks.

With Donna and Wayne standing on either side of him, Jeff continues.

Jeff Probst: Well Wayne and Donna although your tribes have voted for you, you are not out of this game... yet.

The Venda tribe is left looking visibly more shaken by this news than the Pondo tribe as they had believed they just got rid of their biggest wildcard.

Jeff Probst: Instead the power now shifts in to your hands.

This news immediately brings a devilish grin upon Wayne's face.

A clip is shown of Jorden turning to the rest of the Venda tribe and whispering, "He's gone soon anyway, don't worry guys."

Jeff Probst: Here's what's about to occur. In a matter of seconds you will each select someone from your tribe, anyone at all. You will then face off against that person in a duel and the loser will be the first person from either tribe to officially be eliminated from this game. So although you're not out of this game yet, you still have to earn your way back over to that mat.

Getting extremely into this twist, Wayne nods his head as he hangs on to Jeff's every word. Donna however remains quiet, observing her tribe for people who seem to look nervous.

Jeff Probst: Wayne, you may pick first.

Wayne lets out a chuckle as he runs his hands together

Wayne (Arrogantly): I pick Thomas.

Thomas (Annoyed): (Nodding head) Of course.

Thomas receives a few pats on his back and wishes of good luck as he steps off of his tribal mat and walks forward. Upon taking his place, Thomas ensures that he's standing a considerable distance away from Wayne.

The camera then focuses onto Donna as she quietly scans her tribe for someone she deems as a suitable adversary

Donna: Hmmm...

Donna (Unsure): Um, I have to pick you (Motions forward), I'm sorry but I forget your name.

Hannah (Pleasantly): It's Hannah (Smiles).

Maintaining an understanding composure, Hannah walks forward and joins Jeff, Donna, Wayne, and Thomas who all stand before her. After giving Donna a forgiving hug, Hannah takes her place.

Jeff looks around at the four people who stand before the two tribes with him.

Jeff Probst: Wayne, Thomas, Donna, and Hannah. The four of you are about to face off in a duel against one another where two of you will be eliminated for good. Who's ready to fight or their right to stay?

(MORE TO COME)