Community: The Ultimate Showdown
INT. STUDY ROOM - DAY
The study group is gathered, awaiting the start of a new year at Greendale. The room is buzzing with conversation as members share stories of their summer breaks.
JEFF:
(realizing)
Guys, it's our last year at Greendale! It's now or never to leave our marks on this campus.
BRITTA:
(disinterested)
Sure, I guess. I've already left enough marks on various men and Dean's office during protests.
TROY:
(excited)
So, what you're suggesting is... A SHOWDOWN?
ANNIE:
(confused)
A showdown? Of what, exactly?
ABED:
(smiling)
An ultimate competition to determine who really is the best member of the study group–a series of challenges to test our strengths and weaknesses.
SHIRLEY:
(raising eyebrow)
Isn't that a little ego-driven, even for you, Jeff? Also remember, pride is a sin, Abed.
JEFF:
(interrupts)
No, no. This is not about our personal egos. We need to make ourselves known for our final year at this college. This is about finding the special talent within us.
PIERCE:
(grinning)
Well, I already know who's going to win this showdown. Yours truly.
Everyone rolls their eyes.
DEAN PELTON:
(enters wearing a disco ball helmet)
Community! Did I hear someone talking about a SHOWDOWN?
JEFF:
(surprised)
Uh, yes. We were thinking of holding some sort of ultimate competition.
DEAN:
(excited)
This reminds me of the '70s! You should all compete in the famous GRELIMPIX! The Greendale-X-Games, the greasing the palm of the gods of Greendale this year.
The group is initially skeptical, but the Dean's enthusiasm is contagious.
ANNIE:
(grinning)
Alright, I'm in! This could be a great way to bond and challenge ourselves.
TROY:
(happy)
I agree. Let's do this!
The others nod, finally buying into the idea.
INT. GYMNASIUM - DAY
The gym is decorated, and the GRELIMPIX are about to commence. The students gathered, excited for the spectacle.
DEAN:
(announcing)
Welcome to the greatest competition Greendale has ever seen! Behold the GRELIMPIX! Let the games begin!
Each member of the study group is seen participating in various challenges–Britta in archery, Troy and Abed in a three-legged race, Shirley lifting weights, Pierce in a staring contest, Annie playing poker, and Jeff doing cheesy infomercial exercises.
INT. STUDY ROOM - DAY
The study group sits, exhausted from the competition, nursing their various bumps and bruises. They anxiously await the results.
DEAN:
(enters)
Congratulations, everyone! That was truly entertaining, but the GRELIMPIX aren't over yet. After calculating the scores so far...
He dramatically pauses.
DEAN (CONT’D):
...it's a tie between Jeff and Abed! The fate of the ultimate survivor will be determined... tomorrow!
The members of the group look disbelieving and panicked.
TO BE CONTINUED
Community: The Time Capsule Conundrum
INT. STUDY ROOM - DAY
The Study Group sits around the table, a large box in the middle. Jeff opens the box, revealing a variety of items.
JEFF
Alright, Greendale is doing a time capsule project and Dean Pelton has asked us to contribute something that represents our group.
PIERCE
How about my moist towelette collection? It's a piece of history that future generations must witness!
BRITTA
Or we could bury something that doesn't contribute to the patriarchy and the destruction of the environment.
SHIRLEY
Maybe we could put in a Bible, it'll help guide future students morally.
ABED
Terminator 2 on VHS. Timeless classic. Educational too.
TROY
Well, I think we should include a list of our funniest moments. Streets ahead!
ANNIE
I'd like to submit a study guide. It'll be really helpful for future students.
JEFF
How about we each throw in one thing, so everyone's happy? Let's meet back here tomorrow with our contributions.
INT. STUDY ROOM - DAY (NEXT DAY)
The Study Group begins to put their items into the box.
JEFF
Now remember, no one gets to judge anyone else's contribution, we're a democracy.
ABED
Can't we just make this into a bottle episode? I love those.
PIERCE
I have my special cloth masks of us. They'll protect the future generations from diseases.
SHIRLEY
(teary-eyed)
Oh, Pierce, that's kind of sweet.
Seeing a rare positive response from the Group, Pierce smirks.
BRITTA
I have a letter to the future about the importance of consent, equality, and veganism.
TROY
Abed and I whipped up a funny video of us trying to recreate famous movie scenes.
ABED
We're the film preservation society of Greendale.
ANNIE
I've got a first-year Greendale Survival Guide. This will aid new students.
JEFF
And I've got my signed copy of 'The Catcher in the Rye' to remind future students of the importance of individuality.
SHIRLEY
That's it?! That's a book about a disturbed young man who doesn't believe in God.
JEFF
Thank you, Shirley. Now, what's your contribution again?
SHIRLEY
My Bible. Duh.
As the group is about to close the box, Dean Pelton enters the room in astronaut costume.
DEAN PELTON
To commemorate your unique Study Group, I've hidden a little surprise inside the capsule. See if you can find it!
The Study Group starts to dig through the box urgently, fearing Dean's intentions.
DEAN PELTON (CONT'D)
May the time capsule grow its capsule, because you guys are about to witness the game we call: 'Time Capsule Conundrum'!
The Study Group exchange glances and get ready for another challenge.
TO BE CONTINUED
The Mysterious Treasure Hunt
INT. STUDY ROOM - DAY
The study group is seated around the table as usual, with each member looking frazzled from a long day at Greendale.
JEFF
Alright guys, let's just get whatever we've got to do over with.
ABED
While I appreciate the enthusiasm, today is a special day. I discovered an old map in the library that leads to a mysterious treasure hidden somewhere in Greendale.
BRITTA
Don't be ridiculous, Abed. That sounds like the plot of a terrible movie.
ABED
I don't make the script, Britta. I just follow it.
TROY
Abed, I'm with you buddy. Let's find us some treasure!
SHIRLEY
I don't know, it sounds like it could be fun. Besides, it's not like we're doing anything important today.
PIERCE
I once found treasure in the trunk of my car. Turns out, it was just a box of old cigars and scotch.
ANNIE
Alright, I'm in. But if this starts affecting our group work, we're calling it off.
JEFF
Fine, we'll do this. But I'm not wearing a pirate hat.
ABED
No problem. This is more like National Treasure than Pirates of the Caribbean. We'll need code-breaking skills and a deep knowledge of Greendale's history.
INT. LIBRARY - DAY
The group has moved to the library in search of clues. Troy and Abed are examining the map, while the rest of the group looks through various books.
TROY
Abed, according to this clue, we need to find something related to the first dean of Greendale.
BRITTA
Ugh, history was always my worst subject in school.
SHIRLEY
You know, if we find money, we should donate some to the church. They could really use some new hymnals.
ANNIE
Guys, I think I found something! According to this yearbook, the first dean was obsessed with chess. Maybe that's related to the next clue?
ABED
Good work, Annie. The map has a chessboard hidden in the corner. We need to find the spot in Greendale linked to chess.
INT. GREENDALE CHESS CLUB - DAY
The group enters a small room at Greendale filled with chess sets and dusty books about chess.
PIERCE
Aren't we a merry group of adventurers? It's like Dungeons & Dragons, but in real life!
JEFF
I can't believe I let you guys talk me into this. Alright, what's the next clue?
TROY
Something about 'the queen protecting her king.'
ABED
That's it! The statue of the Greendale founder in the courtyard! She was called 'the queen.'
INT. GREENDALE COURTYARD - DAY
The group circles the statue, searching for the next clue.
SHIRLEY
I have a bad feeling about this, like we're not the only ones looking for this treasure...
ANNIE
Look! There's a hidden compartment at the base of the statue!
The group gasps as Jeff opens the compartment, revealing an ancient-looking key.
ABED
(to the camera) To be continued...
Community: The Mysterious Masterpiece
INT. STUDY ROOM - DAY
The study group is seated around the table, working on their assignments. Britta puts away her books and stands up.
BRITTA
Alright guys, Greendale's annual art competition is coming up, and since we're such a diverse and creative bunch, I figured we should submit something together.
ABED
Very 'Breakfast Club' meets 'Art School Confidential'. I like it, I'm in.
Jeff looks up from his laptop, disinterested.
JEFF
Britta, you know that involving the entire group in an extracurricular rarely ends well. It always devolves into chaos.
DEAN PELTON
(Entering the room, wearing a beret and holding a painting easel)
Chaos? Art? Did I just step into a dream?
BRITTA
Dean, I just saw this school's rock-bottom budget!
DEAN PELTON
That's why we're holding a fundraiser for next week's art contest. The winning team gets a budget boost for their community project from an anonymous donor.
SHIRLEY
Oh, that does sound fun. I always wanted to explore my creative side. I'm in.
TROY
As long as we don't do any weird experimental stuff, count me in too.
Annie excitedly stands up.
ANNIE
Oh! Let's get started then! Let's brainstorm some ideas!
INT. STUDY ROOM - LATER IN THE DAY
The group sits in a circle on the floor, ideas written all over the whiteboard.
JEFF
Well, we haven't gotten anywhere with this brainstorm. Maybe we should sleep on it and reconvene tomorrow.
INT. STUDY ROOM - NEXT DAY
Dean Pelton runs into the study room.
DEAN PELTON
(Totally out of breath)
Guys! A mysterious painting has appeared in the library overnight, and people can't stop talking about it! THey're already calling it a masterpiece!
BRITTA
Well, who's the artist?
DEAN PELTON
No one knows. It's unsigned. But don't worry, I'm going to get to the bottom of this.
Every member of the study group suspects they're the anonymous artist. They all look around the room, exchanging suspicious glances.
TO BE CONTINUED
Community: Battle of the Board Games
INT. STUDY ROOM - DAY
The study group is gathered around the table with various board games spread out.
JEFF: Alright everyone, since we've already done paintball and video games, this semester is about conquering board games.
BRITTA: Is that really necessary, Jeff? Can't we just play for fun?
JEFF: Britta, did you really just use the word 'fun' in front of 'play'? This is Greendale, everything has a purpose.
ANNIE: I think it's a great idea, Jeff! Learning to work as a team and strategize will help us in our classes.
TROY: And in life. Like that time Abed and I pretended to be in a soap opera.
ABED: Exactly, Troy. Plus, board games are an excellent homage to 80s and 90s sitcoms, where characters often show growth through competition.
SHIRLEY: As long as it doesn't get too intense or immoral, count me in.
PIERCE: Speaking of immoral, Jeff, you still owe me five dollars from our last poker night.
JEFF: (laughs) Yeah, Pierce, I'll get around to it.
Dean Pelton enters the room, excitedly.
DEAN PELTON: Did I just hear the words 'board games'? Count me in!
JEFF: Of course, Dean. You know, your presence always adds an extra layer of... (searches for the right words) Dean-ness to everything we do.
DEAN PELTON: (proud) Why, thank you, Jeffrey. And remember, if things get too competitive, I'm always here to... keep things fair and square.
The group exchanges an uncomfortable glance.
INT. GREENDALE CAFETERIA - DAY
The study group enters the cafeteria, which is decorated with board game posters and a giant scoreboard with team names.
BRITTA: You know, the decorations actually look... not terrible for once.
As they walk toward their designated table, Star-Burns approaches Troy and Abed.
STAR-BURNS: Psst! I heard you guys are in the board games tournament. I've got some imported dice from Amsterdam if you're interested.
TROY: (curious) Imported dice?
ABED: Tempting, but we don't want to cross moral thresholds. Thanks though, Star-Burns.
BRITTA: Ugh, I can't believe this competition is getting people to cheat.
JEFF: Don't worry about it, Britta. Focus on the competition.
INT. GREENDALE CAFETERIA - LATER
The study group, now fully immersed in the competition, is strategizing while playing Monopoly.
ANNIE: (excited) Ok, we've secured Park Place and Boardwalk. Let's negotiate with another team for more properties.
PIERCE: I say we hold their game pieces hostage.
SHIRLEY: Pierce, we are not resorting to kidnapping plastic pieces. Now, get your head in the game!
The Dean, dressed as a Monopoly man, blows a whistle.
DEAN PELTON: Time's up for this round! The next game will begin shortly. Prepare to face the challenges of Candy Land!
TROY: Candy Land? More like Trash Land, amirite?
ABED: It's a classic, Troy. Here's the plan...
TO BE CONTINUED
