Trouble On the Trail of Laughs (by Teufel)

The Oregon Trail franchise was given a surprise resurrection with a new network, new producer, and an abbreviated title " Oregon Trail ." Its first episode debuted second place in a strong return to HTG TV by producer Teufel. However, despite high ratings and decent critical success, there have been some unpleasant mutterings about the game show.

"I don't like it... it's like watching gladiatorial combat or Christians being fed to lions," complained all-star critic Lucian in his review of episode one. With onscreen death and cannibalism some are questioning just how real the game show is. Since the episode aired, nothing has been heard from contestants Chocolate Dog, Mark Chua or Toran. The second episode's celebrity guest star Alex Winter hasn't been seen since the episode aired last Monday, a disturbing period of quiet for such a well-known workaholic. If " Oregon Trail " is just a game show, where have these men gone? That's the question some have been asking along with their criticisms of the show.

Devil Ray Television network head CzarTim was out in full force to try his hand at damage control. "Look, this is just a game show!" he pleaded. "I talked to Mr. Winter the other day. We laughed about it. This is silly." When pressed to explain what he would do to calm public concerns, he had a very hands-on approach. "Episode three is coming up soon. To prove this is just a lighthearted game show, I will be on it as a contestant. If it wasn't safe would I put myself in harm's way?"

It's a bold plan to assuage concerns about the series. Czar Tim will be joined by BlueOthello and Bennyman along with a secret celebrity guest. " Oregon Trail " airs at 11 PM only on DRTV.