First round

Which American president is depicted on the twenty dollar bill? Andrew Jackson. Correct. When was the most severe hyperinflation experienced, with prices doubling every fifteen hours? In Germany in 1919. WRONG. What’s the currency used in Brazil? Brazilian Real. Correct. What is the currency used in Turkey? Turkish Lira. Correct. What is the number of the digital cryptocurrency Bitcoin? It’s unlimited. WRONG.

“Two mistakes, Tim,” the host announced, “not bad for a bimbo in denial,” he added with a wink.

The contestant laughed again in response, then replied with a smile:

“I need to keep my hidden bimbo self in check, so that I can win at least some money.”

“Fair enough. Draw two transformation cards.”

“Leg Feminization and Double Hair Extension.”

“We already know you don’t mind the hair. What’s your opinion on the other one?”

“It might actually be pretty good,” Tim answered, “not that I crave to have feminine legs, but I’ve been bow-legged my entire life. I’m sure this transformation will make them more shapely, while not really hurting my masculine pride.”

“A good approach for the start. Into The Chamber you go.”

During his preparation Tim had spent nearly as much time watching archive episodes of the quiz, as he did learning trivia. He knew the whole routine well, but he was quickly realising how exciting the actual participation in the show was. Merely entering The Chamber made his heart beat faster, even though the transformations were perfectly acceptable. Tim closed his eyes and waited. He had been instructed behind the scenes how to behave inside of the device and what to expect, but still the intensity of the tingling came as a surprise. He resisted scratching partially because he could not scratch both of his legs and his head at the same time. Finally the sensation stopped and the door opened, so he could walk out.

The camera first focused on his head, because the hair extension was more noticeable, despite it being the less invasive of transformations. Tim’s hair now reached beyond his shoulders and had also gained volume. Its colour remained a boring shade of brown, but thanks to its healthy look it seemed quite pleasant to the eye. The contestant’s legs might have been still covered by trousers, but the changes made to his legs were also noticeable. Not only were they now perfectly straight and shapely, also Tim’s whole body proportions were slightly altered, so that his legs became longer, even though his height remained unchanged. His entire outfit was transformed as well, so it fit just as good as previously. The audience clapped politely.

“Welcome back, Tim,” the host greeted him, “you look good.”

“Thank you. I agree, the changes were for the better. I used to have longer hair a few years ago, but it looked… mediocre, let’s say. It looks much better after the transformation.”

“We’ll make a proper bimbo out of you soon.”

“I’m not sure whether that’s a promise or a threat,” the contestant replied with a straight face.

“That’s all up to you. Which category for the second round?”

“Mountains. And let’s hope they’re not a high obstacle to overcome.”

“Are you sure you prepared for the right show? You’re supposed to give answers, not crack jokes,” Frank said with a smile.

“Oh, dear! I felt there was something wrong.”