"Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, nymphs and Saytrs of all ages... ARE YOU READY FOR THE CHB FACTOR?"
Chiron shouted into the Microphone.

The crowd went wild. Some people held up signs that read the names of their favourite act and various encouraging messages such as 'Light it up for Leo!' and ' The Quest Machine is the Best Machine!'

"Now folks, we have a great line up of acts all hoping to take home this CHB factor trophy." He gestured towards a shimmering golden trophy that stood on a wooden stand near the judges table.

"Now let's meet our judges! We have Mr D." Mr D waved to the crowd in a bored way like 'I'm better than all of you, why should I have to judge a stupid music competition?' "Any words of advice for our rising stars Mr D?" "Just sing or whatever. Let's get this over with."

"OK Mr D. Let's move on to our next judge. Argus!" Argus fixed all of his one hundred eyes on to the crowd and waved enthusiastically."What about you Argus?" Chiron asked. "Any advice for the competitors?" "Everyone should try their best and have as much fun as they can!" Argus smiled. Chiron laughed. "Brilliant advice Argus."

"Our final judge is our special celebrity judge. He is the king of cool. He has the voice of a God, but that's probably because he is one. Ladies and gentlemen, give it up for Mr melody himself, Apollo!" Apollo removed his sunglasses and gave a dazzling smile.
"It's great to be here Chiron. There's so much fun in a little competition." "Yes there most certainly is. Have you got any advice for the performers?" Apollo grinned, his pure white teeth shining like mini suns. "Talent isn't a thing to be taken lightly. If you've got it, flaunt it. And trust me. I know IT when I see it. If any of these competitors think they have what it takes to be a superstar, I say go for it!"

"With all due respect Lord Apollo, I must ask you to swear on the River Styx that you will not favour your children. After all, if they're as talented as you no-one else has a shot." Apollo laughed. "Of course, of course. I swear on the River Styx I will not favour my children. All though if they're as amazing as I know they are, the other judges will most definitely be convinced."

"Brilliant. Well we've met our judges, so let's get started. Our first act is really something. Her name is 'The RED Queen' but you might know her as someone else. Please welcome to the stage Miss Rachel Elizabeth Dare!"

The spotlight focused on Rachel as she walked onto the stage, wearing an emerald green dress that sparkled as it caught the light. She waved at the crowd and they cheered like crazy. Everyone fell silent and Rachel started singing.