Episode 1 - "Welcome to the Competition!"

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Principal Microphone stands behind a desk with a large school logo hanging on the wall.

Principal Microphone: (Speaking into the microphone) “Good morning, students of Stationery High! We have an exciting announcement. Twelve of you have been chosen to participate in our first-ever competition show, *High School Objects*! The chosen contestants will face off in challenges based on your everyday school lessons, and only one will emerge victorious. Let's meet our

Pen is sitting on a desk, leaning casually against a pencil holder.

Pen: (Smirking) “Hey, I’m Pen. I’m sleek, smooth, and always ready to make my mark. Whether it’s taking notes or signing autographs, I’m your guy. Bring on the competition!”

Sketchpad is resting on an easel, showing off a half-drawn sketch.

Sketchpad: (Cheerful) “Hi there! I’m Sketchpad, the artistic soul of the group. I’m here to add a touch of creativity to this competition. My twin sister Notepad is here too, but I’ll sketch out my own path to victory!”

Ruler is leaning against a window, measuring the sunlight as it streams in.

Ruler: (Precise) “Greetings, I’m Ruler. Precision is my forte, and in this competition, I’m here to measure up to any challenge. Straight lines and sharp decisions are what I’m about.”

Calculator is on a desk, surrounded by algebraic equations on a chalkboard.

Calculator: (Confidently) “I’m Calculator, the brainiac of the bunch. Numbers, logic, and complex calculations are my game. I’ll compute my way to the top and ensure that every move adds up to a win.”

Eraser sits comfortably, overlooking a chalkboard with scribbled math problems.

Eraser: (Humble) “Hello, I’m Eraser. You might think I’m just here to clean up mistakes, but I’m here to show that starting fresh can be powerful. I’m ready to erase the competition.”

Glue is settled among various craft supplies, sticking paper together.

Glue: (Warmly) “Hey, I’m Glue. I’m all about sticking things together and holding everything in place. Teamwork and bonding are my strengths, and I’ll keep everyone connected through this challenge.”

Notepad is on a table, filled with neat and organized notes

Notepad: (Organized) “Hello, I’m Notepad, the one with all the answers – or at least the one who writes them down. With my brother Sketchpad here, I’m ready to take notes and keep track of our victories.”

Pencil is neatly placed next to an assignment sheet.

Pencil: (Charming) “Hi, I’m Pencil. I’m always sharp and ready to draw a line between success and failure. And with Pen by my side, we’ll write our own love story to the top.”

Highlighter is highlighting key points in a textbook.

Highlighter: (Energetically) “Hey, I’m Highlighter! I’m all about shining a light on what’s important. I’ll brighten up this competition and make sure our victories stand out!”

Paint Palette is surrounded by a splash of vibrant colors.

Paint Palette: (Colorfully) “Hello, I’m Paint Palette, and I bring a burst of color to everything I do. I’m ready to mix things up and create a masterpiece of a win in this competition.”

Pin is stuck in a bulletin board, holding up important notices.]

Pin: (Sharp) “I’m Pin, and I’m sharp and to the point. I keep everything in place, and I’m here to make sure we stay focused and on target. Watch out, I’m ready to stick it to the competition.”

Protractor is propped against a stack of geometry books.

Protractor: (Analytical) “I’m Protractor. Angles, curves, and perfect measurements are my specialty. I’ll calculate the best angles to tackle every challenge and draw my way to victory.”

The contestants gather in the gymnasium, where Clipboard is waiting.

Clipboard: (Excitedly) “Welcome, everyone, to High School Objects! You’ve all introduced yourselves, and now it’s time to form teams. Here are your teams:”

Team 1: Pen, Sketchpad, Ruler, Calculator, Eraser and Glue.

Team 2: Notepad, Pencil, Highlighter, Paint Palette, Pin and Protractor.

Clipboard: “The first member I mentioned from each team will be your team captains.”

Pen: ”Cool.”

Pencil: “Sorry we're on different teams babe...”

Pen: “I know you can do this without me.”

Notepad: “I think I got this...”

Sketchpad: “It's a shame we aren't on the same team. Good luck though sis!”

Notepad: “Yea. Anyways, good luck to you two!”

Clipboard: “Each team will compete in challenges based on school lessons. And remember, every week, one of you will be voted out until we find our champion!”

Pin: “What's the first challenge?”

Clipboard: “Your first challenge is to solve a series of complex math problems on the chalkboard. The team that finishes first wins immunity, and the losing team will face elimination. Ready, set, go!”

Both teams rush to the chalkboards, working furiously. Calculator and Ruler lead their teams with precision, while Notepad and Protractor strategize on the other side.

Afterwards, the results come in.

Team 1: 28/40
Team 2: 26/40

Clipboard: “Congratulations, Team 1! You’ve completed the challenge first and won immunity. Team 2, it’s time to vote for someone to leave the competition.”

Team 2 members vote in private booths.

Notepad: “I'm gonna have to vote for Pin. Sorry...”

Pencil: “Out of everyone on my team, I don't really like Highlighter.”

Highlighter: “I'm voting Pin. No questions.”

Paint Palette: “Pencil. She's got her boyfriend to help her. Yes, I have another member, but she's the sister of my crush...”

Pin: “Pencil.”

Protractor: “I'm gonna have to vote Pin. Sorry...”

Clipboard: “The votes are in. The first contestants safe are...”

Clipboard: “Notepad...”

Notepad: “Hey, is there a-”

Clipboard: “no-”

Notepad: “ok.”

Clipboard: “Paint Palette...”

Paint Palette: “Alright!”

Clipboard: “And Protractor, all with 0 votes!”

Protractor: “Nice.”

Clipboard: “Highlighter, you're safe with 1 vote!”

Highlighter: “That’s cool, but who voted me?”

Clipboard: “Votes are anonymous.”

Highlighter: “Oh. Ok.”

Clipboard: “Pencil. Pin. You are in the bottom two. How are you both feeling?”

Pencil: “Not great.”

Pin: “I don't really care.”

Clipboard: “Well, Pencil is the last one safe at 2 votes. Pin is Eliminated with 3 votes.”

Pencil: “Yes!”

Pin: (Shrugs) “It’s been sharp, everyone. Good luck!”

Clipboard: “That’s it for our first episode! Join us next time on *High School Objects* for more challenges, more teamwork, and more fun. Who will be the next to leave, and who will rise to the top? Stay tuned!”

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