Welcome back to the finale of The Circle
This was most definitely the fastest ride in the history of the Forums. ;)
Let's start with the final blocked Player. Who will he visit? Let's see...
Rodrigo: Knock, knock! Guess who babe?
Rodrigo: Hope you aren't expecting some like muscle clad bodybuilder or something. I
wish!
Rodrigo: Finally, we can meet face to face and you can fill me in on all the hot gossip. Can I just say, from when I first saw your profile pic Jay I was like entranced, hope you don't mind me saying?
Jayden: Rodrigo! You're real! Come here and give me a hug hon.
Jayden: I'm so disappointed that you came last, I thought for sure you were heading to the final. Just so you know, I put you as my number one! Really? Wow, I never knew I could have that sort of effect on someone. I remember when you first came in I was totally curious about you, you were fabulous and I'm glad you're the real thing.
Rodrigo: It was defo the eyebrows that I first noticed, they are lush. Thanks, Jay, yeah I can only guess that the others are all a much tighter group than they let on. You'd think the boys would have put me higher but it just shows how little those whole guys only crap of theirs actually means. Oh and don't worry, I am the real thing, I'm not a fake like some people in this game. Sorry if I'm a bit verbal, don't know if you can tell but I'm like, really annoyed I came last.
Rodrigo: Honestly, I've been like a whole tidal wave of emotions since I was blocked, sad, angry, annoyed. I feel like having a little cry. The only reason I put you 2nd on my list was cuz like I'd been talking to Kiz a lot longer so I hope you don't think I was being like shady or anything, I totes wasn't, it was cuz I thought you'd be safe anyway.
Jayden: Aww I can't imagine what it'd be like. There's nothing wrong with having a little cry though, cry as much as you want! Don't even worry about it, Kiz is a great person and I can totally see why you did it No hard feelings, I mean I was still high on your list- would be a different story if I was at the bottom. In fact, it'd probably be a reverse situation of right now. Is the Super Smash tournament with Kiz and us still happening? I can't wait to play with you both, especially you.
Rodrigo: Of Course! You two are like my besties in this game, I don't think my Circle experience would have been the same without you two. I mean, as long as I can pick my fav character that is, otherwise, I'm gonna have to fight you.
Jayden: Aww Rodrigo, that means a lot. Absolutely not, come at me, dude! I'm ready to fight back. Kidding, of course, you can play as your fav!
Rodrigo: I'm seriously gonna miss talking to everyone Jay, that's been like the best part. I'm such a social creature that I thought the isolation was gonna drive me insane at first, I was pleasantly surprised at how welcoming everyone was... Even if I wasn't able to break up the main clique. I think if I'd have come into the game earlier I'd have had a much better chance at winning but what can you do? *shrug shoulders*
Jayden: We're gonna miss talking to you too Rodrigo! You tried your best but it was a hard challenge from the get-go - here's hoping I can hopefully do that by taking the win, I doubt that'll happen though. At least you've won the audience though so that is the true prize of this season! Plus all of your new friends once we're out of here.
Rodrigo: Totally! I hope you can make it through to the end too, It'd be great if one of the newbies could win. New friends? I mean, that is one thing I guess. Not sure about the audience though, I'm gonna cringe when I watch back my dancing. I'll see you guys at the finale then, good luck Jay.
Jayden: It's unlikely but I'll give it my best shot! Could you imagine if I did win though, last in and only been in a few episodes and I win the whole thing? As nice as everyone seems to be I'm sure there'd be ill feeling about it. I'm sure your dancing was fabulous as are you! Thanks, Rodrigo, here's a hug before you go.
Rodrigo: See you at the finals!
And what are the others doing after the blocking?
Kizzie is dreaming about Theron...
Shaun seems a bit lost...
Theron wonders if he should head to bed...
And Ivy wished she brought more books to read.
The next morning
Kizzie: Ooooh...
Shaun: Yes! I'm a finalist now!
Jayden: What? Our last day...!
Theron: That will be awesome! Thanks, Circle!
Ivy: OMG! Final 5! That feels incredible!
Kizzie: Woot! Final 5!
Shaun: Whoza! Final 5!
Theron: Baby, we made it!
Ivy: Yes! I made it!
Jayden: Woah! I can't believe it! I made it!
And everybody rushes to the door to get their luxury breakfast
After the breakfast, Shaun opens up the Circle Chat
Shaun: Message. Final Five! Congratulations on all of us, we’ve done what so many people haven’t been able to do. Does this mean we can consider ourselves hashtag popular? Joy Emoji. Send message.
Ivy: Message. Me and popular. This game is a miracle on its own. Congrats everyone! Though I think it's a shame Rodrigo can't be here with us. I wish he made it. Sad Emoji. Send message.
Jayden: Message. Congrats on making the final five guys! I'd thought for sure I was the one going in Rodrigo's place so I'm feeling very grateful and humble. Heart Emoji. Here's to the final guys! Drinks for everyone!!! Send message.
Kizzie: Message. @ivy mutual feeling! I never thought I would be considered popular. This has been an amazing experience. Congrats everyone. 2 Tropical drink Emojis. 2 Hugging Emojis. Send message.
Theron: Message. I'm feeling a little blue about Rodrigo being blocked, he is a really funny dude. Pretty surprised to still be here, to be honest, I thought y'all get sick of me eventually. Joy Emoji. Congrats to you all, super happy to be in the final with you 4. Lots of love to you all and good luck my friends. Heart Emoji. Send message.
Shaun: Message. Couldn’t ask for a better group of finalists! Y’all are great friends to me. Coming from someone who hasn’t had many of those, I really appreciate each and every one of y’all for different reasons. I’m glad to have met you guys! Send messages.
And then another Alert
Shaun: Are we going to play one last game, Circle?
Kizzie: Oooh, a video message from Rodrigo... I wonder if he was a catfish?
Ivy: Awww... He is real!
Jayden: Aww... It was good to see him last night in person!
Theron: Aww... Sorry dude...
After the message, Shaun continues the Circle chat
Shaun: Message. And especially thank you to everyone for being there when I was depressed over Leonard and Piper's blocking. After Shantelle left, I haven’t been feeling so great mentally and it’s only gotten worse after people started to go by my hand. I truly appreciate everyone for being a part of my experience and I am so blessed for such caring and generous people like you guys. Send message.
Kizzie: Message. Absolutely, Shaun, heart Emoji, the circle family is here for you. I'm glad to be here with everyone that made it to the finals. Congrats my friends. Send message.
Ivy: Message. We Circle people gotta stick together, Shaun. It's kinda like High School Musical: 'We're all in this together!'. Rosie, my little sister, used to watch that... Hopefully, she'll be proud of me if she sees me in here. Send message.
And...
Shaun: Aww... Another Alert!
Kizzie: Cool! Glad that is over!
Ivy: But we're still chatting...
Jayden: Cool! Now we will get to know the catfishes...
Theron: Aww, what if Kizzie is a catfish?
Shaun: Okay, let's do it... I'm scared...
Kizzie: What if Theron is actually the brother?
Ivy: I'm sure there must be a catfish or two among us...
Sorry, guys and girls... I couldn't resist... *blush*
Theron: Okay, I'm ready! Let's go meet the other finalists...
Ivy is the first finalist entering The Inner Circle Room
*It's looking very fancy, with served plates and folded napkins, heavy cupboards with exquisite chimney and other refined knick-knacks. 'They probably had some excess budget left',* Ivy thinks to herself as she takes a seat at the big table in the middle. She's kind of wary of the bottles of wine though, Ivy's never been the type to drink alcohol.
She glances around the room to notice the buffet, served with chicken, cookies and a salad. 'Shame it's not Italian food, Jayden and I would've loved that..' Ivy considers to grab a cookie already, but decides it'd be rude to have something already before the others arrive*
Ivy wonders if the others are real or not: "... I- I think Theron or Shaun... Out of the original eight, there's been only one Catfish revealed... And since I know I am not one, one of them has to be... Wait, that only makes 3 total.,, Could Jayden or Kizzie... Could one of them really be?"
Then Ivy hears someone at the door: Oooh, someone is coming.
???: Ivester?! Is that my favorite bookworm?! Oh wow! It’s really you, eh?! No catfish or nothing!
Ivy: "..."
Ivy: "Oh... y- you're a catfish... Are you 'Shaun'?.." *'Shaun has called me Ivester before, among other nicknames', Ivy thinks to herself*
Shaun: Oh, yeah, I’m Shaun. I thought you’d get it straight away. Can’t you tell by this nose? Haha! It’s unmistakable, no doubt... But uh, yeah well, I guess I got some explaining to do a little bit, right? You were probably expecting some fit young man, right?
Ivy: "Ehh... I- I expected either you or Theron to be a catfish... To be honest... You're... pulling off a Cindy-Lou?"
Shaun: “Well, they could still be, I sadly can’t speak for them. No one admitted anything to me, ya know? So we’ll have to find out! But uhh... Not pulling a Cindy-Lou at all, per se. I’m still Shaun! 100% still Shaun! My personality is all me, but uhhh, as you can see I’m not what I look like in my profile at all... Sorry to uh, disappoint or lie to you or whatever. I meant no malice, I just didn’t wanna live my life, or be myself, you know?”
Shaun: Wait, that came out wrong. Ugh. I told you I’m not confident in person. Look at me, tripping over my words. I’m really freaking out, ya know? I’ve had to keep it all season. I am Shaun, I do look like myself. I was playing myself but like, a way better version of myself. The Shaun I should be, not the Shaun I am in my real life. That Shaun can F off, ya know?
Ivy: "Oh- eh, I mean, based on probability... As in, out of the original eight players, only Cindy-Lou was revealed so far... so er, I thought there would be another catfish at least... Which had to be you, or Theron. But yeah.. uh, you used a picture of a younger person to be able to mingle with us younger people more easily?"
Shaun: I see. Well, kind of. The Circle just let me be who I wanted so I went with successful Shaun! I’m actually only 27 in real life. So I went younger with 25. I have a gross job at a convenience store, which the boss couldn’t give a dam about. So I went with the most logical job I could think of, finance. I’m fat, ugly and haven’t been to get a haircut in like 4 years. I’m sure you can sense what kind of life I live, and what kind of mental hurdles I go through just living my life... That just isn’t who I want to be and it isn’t who I want to be known as... Ya know?
Ivy: "Hmm, sorry to hear that... After a while living like that I get why you'd want to get out of the daily rut. You want to change lives... Luckily we're here for you, to talk to. Okay?"
Ivy gave him a hug.
And then there is someone at the door
Kizzie: Hey everyone! Surprise, it's really me!
Ivy: "Hey!... You- you're the real thing... We finally meet in person, Kizzie. Nice to see you, hehe.."
Kizzie: Yes I am! Nice to see you too Ivy. This is so exciting.
Shaun: Kiz?! No way! It’s really you too. Oh god, I’m gonna look like the biggest cheapskate if the others walk in looking exactly like their profile pictures too, ya know?
Kizzie: Wait... Which one of my friends are you? *Looking at the stranger*
Shaun: Haha... Uhh, can’t you tell by this big nose! It’s Shaun. Just, you know, the real version of me. I’ll explain. I just told Ives here the whole story. It’s very relieving to finally admit, ya know? I hope you’re not too... upset at me.
Kizzie: Not mad at all, why would I be? Only slightly surprised, I had a feeling something was up, but everything you said felt genuine. Good to finally see you, Shaun. Still, want that hug?
Shaun: Please. You have no idea!... I’m 100% Shaun on the inside, but when The Circle says you can be who you want, why would I want to be a fat, ugly, almost-unemployed 27-year-old. Why would I wanna be the guy with no friends, no drive and no life? I was genuine, but... Only my words were.
And then another entry
Theron: Wassup Wassup Wassup! Finally, we get to meet in person, this is nuts.
Kizzie: Oh my god, you are real. I thought you were, and I really hoped it was true. But no one rated the sexiest has ever even looked at me.
Shaun: There’s my bro! Haha! Wondering if you were gonna make an entrance or not! How’s it going, man?!
Ivy: "Oh, hello there Theron... "
Theron: Hey guys, it's so good to see you all. I'm here in the flesh, I've always been real!
Theron: Kizzie, you're a very beautiful lady, even more so in person!
Kizzie: Awwww, you're gonna make me blush.
Theron: Ivy, it's lovely to meet you. How are you? Hoping you ain't feel too overwhelmed with us all!
Theron: And can someone tell me who this dude is? Shaun or Jayden? Haha!
Kizzie: Take a guess, go on guess! It's all him, he just looks different then we expected.
Shaun: So I have a beard, long hair and double chin and y’all can’t recognize me, eh? This must be how Clark Kent feels in every Superman movie, ever. It’s me, Shaun! Just, uh, not what you expected to see on the other side of the screen I’m sure... Hopefully, you’re not too betrayed. I promise I was still me, in the messages.
Theron: Get outta here, you are Shaun? I'm Trippin right now, what is going on! I'm doing just fine my man, how's it going with you? I don't care what ya look like, as long as you were being real all this time. Why you being a catfish though? Nothing wrong with your true self my friend!
Shaun: But when the Circle says you can be whoever you want to be, why wouldn’t I be a successful version of myself?! If anything, it allowed me to be able to talk to you guys and allowed me to actually enjoy life for once, even if it was fake. You guys inspired me to be the best version of myself through all this! So, if anything... it changed my life, ya know?
And then the last Finalist enters the room. Is he a catfish too?
Jayden: Hi guys! I'm the real thing! This is a cozy get together...
Kizzie: It's been great Jayden. It's wonderful to see everyone finally.
Theron: Yessss, my boy! It's good to see you too, come join the fun. I've been having a great time seeing everyone face to face.
Shaun: Jaydo! How's it going, man! Welcome to the group. I just wanna let you know, before you freak out, I'm Shaun, even though I don't look exactly like I do in my profile. Haha.
Ivy: Jayden! So... Happy to have all of us together. After everything, we've been through...
Jayden: Theron good to see you all. Shaun, you're a different Shaun! Well done on getting to the final being a different person. How has the party been so far?
And then everyone sitting down
Ivy: "After everything we've been through, does anyone of you have uh... A specific moment... Memory on the Circle that they will cherish for the rest of their lives? If you'd like to share?"
Shaun: The moment I will cherish was the moment I met Shantelle in person. When she walked in, and she was real, she really uplifted my whole being. When we talked she inspired that loving-life attitude she had, in me, and when she came by for real, it just solidified that inspiration, ya know? I'm glad to have met her. I can't wait to catch up at the finale after-party!
Theron: The moment I will always cherish is when Lenna walked through my door and explained to me about Leonard. That really hit my heart and I'll always remember that moment, what a brave person he is. What about you, Ivy? What's your best memory?
Kissie: It's hard to say, there have been so many wonderful moments. I really enjoyed my time here on the circle, even though it was insane and emotional with all the turns and surprises.
Jayden: Yeah, I think the moment that I will remember the most is when Rodrigo walks into my apartment last night. I really think we're having a bond that will go beyond the show.
Ivy: My specific memory would be... ehh... Oh, this is difficult... Being rated influencer for the first time? Meeting people? ... I think my cherished moment is this one here, right now. The moment where a period of friendships, hardships, newly learned lessons and.. everything is celebrated. You know?
And they're having a good time
But we need to go on with the show and it's time for the final 5 to pack their suitcases
Michelle: Wow! Last night was intense. I'm exhausted just for watching.
Michelle: Now it's time for the finals to leave The Circle and I cannot wait to meet all the Players.
At the final
Michelle: Hi, everyone!
Michelle: Not long from now we will know which Player have won that 100000 K
Michelle: So exciting!
Michelle: I'm Michelle Buteau, and this is the Finale of The Circle!
Michelle: Let's first meet our guests and see who they are rooting for!
Michelle: Hey, everyone!
Everyone: Hi, Michelle!
Michelle: Esmaya! You are here for your girlfriend, Ivy? Do you think she has a chance to win the 100000 K?
Esmaya: Yes, I am here for Ivy and I do think she has a very good chance to win. She made friends with almost everyone on The Circle.
Michelle: Kaitlin Harlow! Is that really you? I've never expected that such a popular contestant of The Mole will ever come to my show... What brought you here?
Kaitlin: Aww, it's a privilege to be here, Michelle. And The Circle is quite popular where I come from. What brought me here is my half-sister, Addy. I know she was blocked earlier in the game but I've come here with Addy's parents.
Michelle: Addy's parents? *looking over the guests*
Kaitlin: They are somewhere in the building. They're a bit Camera shy... They will meet Addy after the show.
Michelle: You're mentioning you are her half-sister? I didn't know she had a sister...
Kaitlin: Yeah, it's still kind of a shock to me too and I'm still trying to get used to it.
Michelle: I guess it's a long story for another time. Meet me after the show and tell me all about it, okay? *turning to another guest* Cara, you are here for Shantelle. Did you ever expect that she will get blocked so soon from the game?
Cara: Aww... Yeah, that was a shock! She did bond with all the Players. I guess this is The Circle and everything is possible!
Michelle: Heather, do you think Willow could do better?
Heather: Aww, knowing my sis, I think it's just bad timing. I'm sure she could do better if she was from the original 8 Players.
Michelle: Malcolm, I'm sure you're happy that your friend Jayden is a finalist? Do you think he can win this as he came in last?
Malcolm: I'm sure of it and I'm rooting for him! GO JAYDEN!
Michelle: My ears! *turning to Ned* Didn't you suppose to be in the control room?
Ned: And miss all the excitement? Nah, I'm here for everyone on the show! I'm their biggest fan...
Michelle: Darrin, you came for Lenna. Were you approved of her to come into the Circle as a catfish?
Darrin: Haha, she doesn't have to ask me for approval for anything. We're friends, not each others' possession.
Michelle: Edward, are you excited that your daughter is in the finals? Do you think she can win this?
Edward: Yes! I'm very excited! And I'm rooting for her to win! If she doesn't, then I'm glad she had the experience to participate in the show.
Michelle: Aww, Theron's younger brother, Tyrone... Is your brother your hero?
Tyrone: Yeah, definitely! Look what he is doing now... If he wins this, he will help me with my college fees...
Michelle: Ashleigh, I think it was a disappointment when Alex got blocked so early in the game?
Ashleigh: Yeah, it was, but it was all my fault. I shouldn't have bullied him into doing this. He isn't a social person and flirting with strangers was too difficult for him to do. Oh well. Next time I will go. ;)
Michelle: Cindy, did you bullied your mother into it to be in the show pretending to be you?
Cindy: Me? Never! That is her own doing. I told her it's a big mistake but she never listens to me... Haha.
Michelle: And with that, it's time to meet the blocked Players...
Michelle: Follow me!
Michelle: Hey everyone!
Michelle: I'm excited to finally meet all of you personally!
Everyone: Hey, Michelle!
Michelle: Let's start with you, Kisha. Why do you think you were blocked first and how did you feel about it?
Kisha: Oooh, I'm sure they felt threatened because of my PI status. I shouldn’t have mentioned that on my profile. And yeah, it feels awful to be the first boot of any game. But what can I do? That is life!
Michelle: Alex, my man... You were one of the first Influencers but got blocked next, what went wrong?
Alex: Aww, Michelle, to tell you the truth, I haven't the foggiest. I guess that's just the way it goes...
Michelle: Joel, you guys talked about an Influencer curse, and you were blocked right after Alex, if you could change anything about how you played the game, what will it be and why?
Joel: I'd stay up later, I guess! Some of the others must be awake for forever...no, I guess it's on me for not talking enough to people, but it felt...almost hard, sometimes, to connect with everyone. I was truly myself and I wouldn't change anything about that, but I would try harder to make those connections. At least I wasn't Alex! Oops, he's here, but I hope he'd mention his girlfriend less if he could go back! Hehe.
Michelle: Heather, your daughter, Cindy told me she didn't bully you into this and it's because of your own doing. But why didn't you come as yourself?
Heather: Oh, that's an easy one darling, when I first set my heart on joining I thought "oh hell, I ain't never gonna fit in with the younger folk, half of them are about my kid's age" and that's when it struck me, I could pose as one of the kids to fit in a bit better. I thought that if I'd have come into the game as myself people would treat me different like I was their mom and that they had to be careful with what they said to me, I didn't want that, I wanted the most authentic experience so that's why I went about becoming a catfish.
Michelle: I think one of the most shocking blockings was you, Shantelle. How did you feel when you got blocked taking that you were an influencer in the previous round?
Shantelle: I'll be honest, I was so disappointed. Going from being on the top to out of the door is definitely a harsh moment. I thought for sure I'd have been safe because I did form some close bonds in the game, but others were saved instead. I'm fine with it now but it was quite a hit and I wasn't ready for it.
Michelle: Addy, did you know you have a sister, and it's the famous Kaitlin Harlow?
Addy: What? You're kidding me! I know people always say we look alike. But sisters? No ways!
Michelle: She seems totally convinced of it. But let's go on with my question for you. Addy, you were crashed when you were taken out the game after your second rating. What would you do differently?
Addy: "Oooh, interesting question Michelle. I think if I had to settle on one thing to change, then it would be to calm myself down more. I was so excited to be in the house and so excited to meet all the others. I am almost 100% certain that one of the reasons I went home was because I offended Kizzie by being so nosy. It is just part of my nature, but I knew it wasn't right because even though I couldn't see her, it was clear that I offended her, which wasn't my intention at all. I know that my quirkiness can be a bit much for people, so I'd definitely be careful what to ask and think more of what others might feel in the situation."
Michelle: Willow, although you seem shy and didn't talk much, I'm sure you have bonded with someone in the building... Who did you bond the most with and why?
Willow: "Do I really have to choose? Because I can't decide between the girls... But if I really have to, probably Heather - or Cindy-Lou as we knew her at the time. She's so lovely!"
Michelle: Lenna, after your video message you were quite the most lovable person in The Circle. As a catfish yourself, what were your reactions when you saw that Cindy/Heater was also a catfish?
Lenna: Everyone already thought Heather was a catfish, so that was to be expected. I was more shocked that she chose to visit me, to be honest. We'd just started to get to know each other then. After all this, I want to meet up with her and do something fun!
Michelle: Piper, I think you did well in the beginning after coming into The Circle but then it's if you lose momentum and you got blocked. Do you think you would have a better chance if you were one of the original 8?
Piper: First off! Joel and I were chatting backstage, so sad he wasn't around when I popped in, but like, I guess it wasn't possible? Hehe. Anyway! I totally think I'd have had a better chance! People said they liked me, but our connection wasn't strong enough, or like, I didn't talk enough towards the end, but if I had been there at the beginning, say, instead of Joel, hehe, I feel like I could've made really strong connections with everyone and be in one of those spots over there, the final five/four/three/two/one... Hehe, that's my answer, Michelle.
Michelle: Rodrigo, you came into The Circle with a bang! I was really sure you will make it to the final 5. What went wrong? You really did well with your first rating.
Rodrigo: Who knows? I didn't change so maybe the others did? I still think they ranked me low because they felt I was too popular, they only hated me cuz I was pretty. ;) Seriously, I think they were a tight group and that they didn't want me to make it to final because they thought I would win.
Michelle: And with that, we finally have to meet the finalists and see who is going to win the 100000 K... Are you excited?
Everyone: Yes!!
Michelle: And our first finalist is the first new Player coming into The Circle after the first Blocking. People put your hands together for... Kizzie!
Kizzie: Hey Michelle!
Michelle: Kizzie! How are you doing? Excited?
Michelle: You did very well seeing you're not one of the original 8. You were the first intruder and became the most popular girl in The Circle and now a finalist. How does that feel?
Kizzie: Honestly I'm touched that I was so well-liked. I didn't expect that at all, I expected to be going home almost immediately. So it feels great like little butterflies of happiness everywhere. I am so incredibly happy to be here with so many new friends that liked me for me and didn't have to judge me by "whose this shy weird little girl over here who looks like she's glaring at everyone when she's just thinking." *Fans face trying not to tear up* sorry. I'm really emotional, and I'm just super happy I've made it so far.
Michelle: Shantelle was really a popular girl in The Circle and most likable by the guys. If Shantelle wasn't blocked, do you think you would be still here?
Kizzie: As much as I like everyone and they all seemed to like me based on the first place ratings, so I'd say I would probably have still been here? But you never know in the circle. The game may even have gone majority girls for a lot longer with Shantelle still around. I was really liking her, and for sure would have ranked her higher.
Michelle: Talking of the girls' alliance, you were one of the first girls in the 'girl alliance group' that rebelled against Ivy's 'only girls' for the finale. How did it influence your relationship with her?
Kizzie: We probably got a little distant for a while but we made up which felt great! I probably could have handled the whole thing a bit better but I just felt so awkward. Probably my whole life in the entire game was, "woo girl power!" I was just staring at the screen like... Ugh, why did I say that? You already know you're going to vote for the people you get along with best and it'll never be based on the gender. Why didn't you say that? Actually, I may have at some point, I can't recall. But yeah, I really don't know what to say when I'm feeling awkward. I tried really hard not to be distant during those times, but I was probably talking to everyone the least when I was feeling self-conscious and was just happy to reply when I received private chats. Ivy did send me quite a few even when I was feeling awkward so it made me feel better and I kept keeping her in so we could keep connecting. She may not have been my best friend because we don't see eye to eye on everything, but I would definitely say she's a great friend.
Michelle: And I love showmances... You and Theron have a 'thing' on, do you think it will go beyond The Circle?
Kizzie: Who knows? We're going to have to test the waters and see where it takes us. Certainly willing to give it a shot though. I was honest when I told him that, my opinion hasn't changed just because I'm not behind a computer screen anymore. I'm guessing my dancing ninja and I will probably go out for some dinner date though and I have a feeling we're going to hit it off. We talked about food... A lot and have plenty of the same interests. I'm looking forward to seeing what else we have in common.
Michelle: Are you happy with how you played the game and did it change anything in your everyday life?
Kizzie: Yeah, I stayed true to myself I think. I tried to fit in with the girls and just ... Struggled. This is something I've always done, but I don't think it has really changed me at all. I always try to befriend everyone because everyone has something that makes them a wonderful person, just some people have a personality that clashes with mine. I've added more to my circle of friends and I love that. No, even though I find all kinds of faults with myself, I know and love who I am.
Michelle: Thanks for answering all the questions that I have for you. You may now join your fellow blocked Players!
Michelle: Our next finalist is our sexy, gorgeous, love for all the girls, loverboy, Theron!
Theron: Hi, Michelle!
Michelle: Hi sexy! Hehe. how are you?
Michelle: You are one of the original 8 Circle Players. How does it feel to be in the finals?
Theron: How does it feel? It feels fantastic! I can't believe I've made it this far, you know I find myself pretty annoying because I can talk and talk and talk, good to know that didn't scare anyone away, haha. I'm very thankful to still be here, it was a wild ride but we got through it together.
Michelle: Are you a bouncer or planning to become one? Hehe. You were like a yo-yo all the time. You were on top as an influencer and almost at the bottom too. Were you on any stage scared that you could be blocked?
Theron: Hehe, I really was up and down like a seesaw! All the time, just because I was influencer the time before doesn't mean I can't be blocked next. Anything can happen in the circle. You just gotta roll with it!
Michelle: I think the girls were all over you. You were quite the loverboy! You were very flirty with the girls, first with Shantelle and later with Kizzie, who did you bond the most with and why?
Theron: Hehe, nothing wrong with a bit of harmless flirting, if you're single of course. Shantelle is a really lovely girl and I wish her and Shaun the best. I know they can be something, amazing! I feel as though Kizzie and I bonded on another level, ain't felt this giddy about someone in a long time. We gonna see where this takes us.
Michelle: And then that pesky catfishes. You know they are there but who are they? Everyone seems so genuine. You were in a close bond with the guys, did you ever suspect that Leonard and Shaun, are both catfishes?
Theron: Not at all, really did not see that coming. I have a lot of respect for those guys, it doesn't bother me that they may not look at how they displayed themselves. They are good people and that's what matters. Love to you both my friends.
Michelle: And then that blocking that everyone was talking about and nobody has foreseen. Would you change any one of your blockings if you could and how would it impact the rest of your game?
Theron: Erm, who did I block? I remember Shantelle, let's go with Shantelle, haha. Maybe if Shantelle weren't blocked then Shaun wouldn't have been so upset with me, I hate upsetting people. Especially those I care for! I'd probably be gone with Shantelle in my place for the finals.
Michelle: And with that answer, you can go join Shantelle and apologize to her and the rest of the Players.
Michelle: Our next finalist is famous for trying to get an 'all-girl final 5' But she got herself in hot water over it and to stay in the game she had to change her strategy. Did she succeed? And will she still have a chance to win the 100000 K? Let's see. Put your hands together for, Ivy!
Ivy: Hey, Michelle!
Michelle: Glad you are here!
Michelle: How do you feel to be in the final 5 and was there a time that you think you could've been blocked?
Ivy: "It's really exciting that I managed to stay in The Circle from the get-go to the finale, something only Theron and Shaun can say as well. I don't think I have the group credit at this moment to win. But I'm proud already that I made it this far. To be honest, the first time I thought I was at a big risk to be blocked was the very first day - I was third that rating, and you don't really know each other yet, so they might be inclined to vote with their heads rather than their hearts. Strategically it'd be wise to block the third person, as they are your biggest competition. The final rounds also made me sweat, as I was in the middle of the playing field and the lowest players were getting chopped off, so at one point it could've been me being at that spot."
Michelle: You were influencer 3 times in a row and then your ratings went down, what do you think was the reason for that?
Ivy: "I think the fact that I stuck too much to the Girl Power chat after the founder and fellow members were blocked already made me lower a bit in popularity. And after the others are forming an established top 3, it's hard to rise to that level anymore."
Michelle: After the Girl Power ceased to exist, with who did you bond the most?
Ivy: "Ooof... I bonded a lot with several people. But if I had to pick a name or 2, I'd say, Shaun, since he was there with me from dawn to dusk, and Kizzie, since we talked a lot together during the show."
Michelle: Would you change one of the blockings if you could?
Ivy: "If I could I'd have changed Shantelle's blocking. At that time I think I'd have minded Leonard's blocking the least, as we didn't talk a lot at that point. But if we only focus on my own choices and their impact at that time, I'd have either sent Kizzie, Shantelle or Addy home... Which is a devil's dilemma? If I only could have communicated with Theron at that point, things would've ended up much more differently."
Michelle: Are you happy with the way you played the game?
Ivy: "I feel like I've made some mistakes during my time on The Circle. But making mistakes is not a bad thing, as long as you can learn from them and grow. I feel that is what I did. So I think I can say that I am happy with the way I played the game."
Michelle: Okay, time will tell if you played the game right... Go sit with the others...
Michelle: The next Finalist came in last and got a place in the finals. That was quite impressive. People, put your hands together for Jayden!
Jayden: Hey, Michelle!
Michelle: How are you?
Michelle: I'm quite impressed with you! You came in last but you’re still in the finale, what did you do right?
Jayden: I'm not sure! Haha, I really don't know. I guess luck is a major player in why I'm still here- I was certain I was going out after my immunity was up.
Michelle: Do you think you can win this?
Jayden: I'd like to win this, but I'm at peace with it if I don't. I mean I'm the only newbie left who has had a very small time in this game so I wouldn't be surprised if I don't.
Michelle: You were just a short time in The Circle. Who did you bond the most with?
Jayden: Good question, me and Ivy shared a lot of stuff! I'd have to say Rodrigo and Shaun though. Those two were the two people who got to know me on a completely different level and I'm grateful to have them as friends now!
Michelle: With only five Players left and two catfishes revealed, did you suspect any of the remaining players to be a catfish?
Jayden: Absolutely! I know that some of the remaining players aren't who they say they are. It's just a matter of who it is though haha.
Michelle: You hear a lot of stories on social media, what did you learn from social media?
Jayden: I have accounts on social media back home but I don't use them much. I've definitely learned that you can still make those deep connections online as you can in person. I've also learned that it is easy to just let everything out into the virtual world!
Michelle: Thanks for your time. You may now join your fellow Players.
Michelle: And our last Finalist is the last Catfish standing. Hand of applause for Shaun!
Shaun: Hey, Michelle!
Michelle: Good to have you here!
Michelle: What a ride? You are the last catfish standing, how does that make you feel?
Shaun: Well, I can’t believe I survived this long. Even if I wasn’t 100% who I said I was, or I used my real personality, I couldn’t believe I was one of the last people standing in general. I’ve never been this popular but here I am. I had no idea that there weren’t other catfish along the journey with me. I thought maybe Theron or someone was too good to be true! I guess I’m alone. It makes me feel pretty low that there isn’t anyone maliciously being a catfish to outshine me at the end, ya know? So I don’t look like an ass! But hey, I’m still me in the end. So it’s great to have made it!
Michelle: Why didn't you come as yourself?
Shaun: Look at me, and then look at my fake profile! Compared to him, I’m older, uglier, fatter, less refined, shy, unsuccessful and a bit of a loner! I’m nothing compared to fake Shaun. No one has ever liked me for my personality, not even myself. I had no drive and no life, and I wanted to feel like something different for once. I didn’t want to be judged for my outside or my life choices, I wanted to be judged by the person I would like to be! And through that journey, I actually fell in love with the person I was pretending to be. I fell in love with myself and gained whole new confidence and outlook on life!
Michelle: You are quite a flirter and wasn't sparse with the compliments... Were your feelings genuine for Shantelle?
Shaun: My feelings were 100% genuine for Shantelle. It actually nearly caused a falling out between my man Theron and me! Shantelle inspired in me an aspirational and outgoing version of myself. She made me feel ready to love and embrace life with her upbeat attitude. I’ve never felt anything but unhappiness with life, so to be so inspired by the hottest chick in the circle! Who wouldn’t fall in love? Am I right?
Michelle: You are also an emotional guy and don't shy away from showing your emotions... You seemed crashed when you blocked Piper, if you could change it, who would you rather blocked and why? Would you feel differently?
Shaun: I was pretty depressed after Shantelle left, and every blocking since took a huge toll on me! I actually would have blocked myself. Being a catfish, I feel everyone immediately deserved to be here over me. But with every person that I blocked, it seemed that their experience meant something to them more than mine did when I first came to the circle. Yet I was cutting their experience short and that hurt me. I came here for nothing, maybe money, but this experience meant everything by the end and I’ve changed and learned a lot, just like those people I blocked. It’s a huge conflicting game this Circle.
Michelle: Did this experience in The Circle has changed you in some way?
Shaun: This experience changed me in every way. I actually considered suicide before this. I lived a terrible life and that’s all I knew. But by pretending to be the better version of myself, I learned through the people I met to be strong, be successful, be inspired, and be the amazing person that I can be! Everyone has shown me love and appreciation that I’ve never ever ever in my life felt before. So here I am, at the end of this experience, vowing to everyone that I am going to turn my life into Shaun’s life! I’m inspired for greatness and I have everyone in the Circle to thank!
Michelle: Awww... I really loved that and I'm glad that the Circle changed your life for the better. And with that, it's almost time to reveal the winner!
A few minutes later...
Michelle: Okay, People, this is it! We are about to reveal the winner of The Circle. One person will walk away with 100000 Simeleons. Are you ready?
Finalists: Yes!
Michelle: In the 5th place...
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Ivy: Ooof!
Michelle: Ivy! You played a great game!
And in 4th Place...
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Jayden: Oh well... Maybe next time...
Michelle: Aww...
Michelle: And in 3rd place...
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Shaun: Wow! Drat!
Michelle: Are you two excited? One of you is the winner of The Circle!
Michelle: You guys are the top 2 Players. The other Players rated you as the most popular player in The Circle. One person will take home 100000 Simeleons.
Michelle: Circle, tell us who the winner is...
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Kizzie: Oh my word!
Michelle: Congratulations! You deserve it!
And everyone came onto the stage...
Michelle: Okay, we're not finished yet! We still have to reveal our creators and the fan-favorite Player. Please line up around the room.
Michelle: Wow! Look at that...
???: Hey, Michelle!
Michelle turns around to the guests: What?
Ned: I also need to be in that line?
Michelle: Why? You aren't a Player.
Ned: I did play! I played in "Hashtag This" and I also draw some pictures of the Players and ask anonymous questions to the players. I did all that!
Michelle: But you didn't play for the money...
Ned: Luckily, I didn't, because then I would have won.
Michelle: But they are going to reveal their creators, and you don't have one to reveal.
Ned: Says who? I also have a creator.
And Ned go stands in the line...
Michelle: Oh well, like usual you worm yourself in here... So let's start. Who shall start?
Ned: Me! Hello, I'm Ned. My creator would not let me play in the game, so I had to watch. She was too busy, she said. She didn't have time, she said. Well, I made her have time.
I watched you all from afar, I judged you, I played along with you. I was your biggest fan, your number one fan. Nummer one, num ma wun. Ooh, that's Misery, sorry.
Anyway -- I adore all of you and count you as my friends even though you didn't really get to know me. You guys rock and my creator is a wretched being. I hope to see you next season, maybe I can really play with you.
Anyway, thanks for having me along. Good luck to each and every one of you. I hope I can see you all after the show...Especially Cindy Lou's mom, Heather.
My creator is Lala by the way. I forgot to mention that.
Kizzie: Hey everyone, surprise! I'm actually a catfish version of my creator Shadami because she was too lazy to come up with a character in a day. She swears she won't be lazy next time!
Theron: Sup everyone, let's talk about my creator. She's a cool cat but sometimes she pounces! It's none other than Kitty! I'd say she shaped me up to be a pretty decent guy, we've been through a wild ride together. Rumour has it that Kitty has become very fond of me, so of course, I gotta love her back, right? Even if she is a bit of a nut job sometimes, haha!
Shaun: Sup everyone! I’m Shaun, you know me, well, kind of! But what you DON’T know is my creator! He’s a bit like my dad, ya know? He likes huskies, a big fan of gameshows and definitely loves a good trip to the bakery! That’s right! You know him! It’s Haylo! The good thing about him is that he turned me from a really boring character to someone with heart, a story, and a whole emotional journey! Apparently, his first choice wasn’t even to play me, but as it turns out, I’m definitely his favorite! So props to you, my man! You did a good job keeping me around, ya know?
Hi, I'm Jayden and my creator is... Smarties! Yeah, he made me. Thanks, dude, I'm in the final- who'd have thought it?
Ivy: "Ehh... My Watcher... My Watcher is Vul.., he's a fluffy Fox and... he's Dutch and-- Michelle, wasn't your husband Dutch? But anyways.. er, he hopes to do art one day. And the ones who dig deep enough could have known Vul was my watcher all along"
Rodrigo: Hi guys, Rodrigo here, just to let you know that it was the Ducky that was my creator and he is just as fabulous as I am. Feathers are totally in this year, watch this space.
Piper: Okay, so, Joel and I thought we better do this bit together...
Joel: Ain't that the truth!
Piper: But I'm doing most of the talking 'cause I'm a chatterbox, although I guess I wasn't much at the end - we have someone to blame for that! Well, sometimes it wasn't so much his fault, he was asleep often when everyone was busy chatting...he and I actually both come from the same place, that was your first clue. Joel and I are both different, but perhaps you might have noticed something similar about us - because the same person created us! Hehe, that sounds so weird to say. "Created" - I think we evolved, really, hey, Joel? Yeah...anyway! Joel and I had a super-duper fun time being in the Circle, and it's all thanks to one man...he's blue, he goes roar, he's no catfishy... IT'S TIGER!!
Joel: Give him some love!! CLAP FOR HIM!
Piper: Joel's kidding, you don't have to panic-clap, guys. But yeah! Tiger, thank you for birthing me. It's been swelling!
Lenna: Hello, everyone! I want you all to meet Iceman. He's a cis-boy (no, not a sissy boy...but maybe ;) ) and he's the reason I joined this show. Honestly, he was so busy with school and couldn't keep up at times, but he made it work until my time came to an end.
Willow: "Well, somebody has obviously spent far too long on Ask A Manager. I was originally supposed to be a tough, no-nonsense Miranda Priestly type, but as my creator worked with me, I discarded my hard shell and let my (still ambitious, still killing it, but much nicer) real personality shine through. Did you know I wasn't supposed to have time for a boyfriend in my original app? Now I'm just single. And honestly, Lilli is much happier with me as a total sweetheart than with my original cutthroat nature."
Addy: "Hey Guys, Addy Rizanova in the house! Since this is the big finale, we were told that we have to reveal our creators, which seems weird since I know my parents are my 'creators'. I'd rather call him my Sponsor, and you may be familiar with him. My Sponsor was YJB19299, also known as Yannik. He is most notably known for his Sponsorship in Zero Privacy for the legendary Rebecca Pierce. And I'm not using that term loosely, Girl slew the Competition. Anyways, Yannik is known for his look at storylines and he loves to encourage to be vulnerable yet strong and Independent. Looking at his previous Sponsorship, I'm definitely the oddball, I mean duh, but he told me he loved my spirit and Energy. I really hope I made him proud despite only coming 10th. But hey, I made some amazing friends here, some of them sitting beside me here, some of them still in the house. He also told me to tell you all that no matter who you are, where you come from, how you feel, who you love or whatever else is different about you. Be proud of who you are and embrace what makes you stick out from the crowd. And all I can say to that is... AMEN BROTHER!"
Hi, I'm Shantelle, my creator is... Smarties, he is really an awesome guy and I love him so much. Thanks for making me Smurts, you did good!
Heather: Hey y'all, I'm Heather or "Cindy" as some of you came to know me and though I may have been a bit quackers it should be no surprise that it was a certain little yellow Duck that brought me here.
Alex: "I was a bit of shameless, fluffy self-indulgence on my creator's part. A cute half of a cute romance with a strong personality resemblance to her wonderful e... I mean, someone she once knew? What's not to like? Certainly, that's what Lilli thought."
Kisha: Mmmm… All I can say is that my creator is a very friendly human and the host of many reality shows on the forums. She was really sad when I got the first boot. But she said it was fun playing with me. Oh well, we can’t change that, can we? Just another thing, she also created you.
Michelle: Thank you all, that was really an eye-opener. And now we will go over the very last event of the show. The Fan Favorite poll. I will just do the first 5. The poll will be opened for you to see the results.
And in the number 5 spot we have... Shaun.
Number 4 we have... Lenna
Number 3 we have... Theron
Number 2 we have... Shantelle
And the number 1 we have... Kizzie!
Michelle: And now you can all go for refreshments in The Circle hall.
The End
Ivy: "W- wait... Before we end this.. there's something I'd like to say to someone..."
Ivy: "Esmaya... We've been separated from each other for the past few weeks. And one of the things I realized in that period is.. I've really missed you being with me... So... Err..."
Esmaya: "Aww..."
Ivy: "Esmaya, my love... Do you want to marry me?"
Esmaya: "... Oh my god, Ivy! I bought a ring for YOU when you were on the show! Hahahaha!"
Ivy: "Wait.. what?"
Esmaya: "Of course I wanna marry you, you silly girl! I love you!"
Ivy: "... Yesss! :3"
*The others applaud*
The End
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