Previously on, Survivor,
Sweet Tooth wanted to blindside Dexter, and take control of Savaii. His plan, called the Silent Betrayal, was meant as a strategy of eliminating allies, but still vote with them in the end, making it look like he didn't betray them. He told Stepney about blindsiding Dexter, and he accepted.
At Upolu, Stephen wanted Frank to go home, but both Bruce and Brandon had other ideas. Meanwhile, Frank tried to get others to see Erin as a liability.
At the reward challenge, Savaii scored the final point, and won comfort items.
Back at camp, Stepney talked to Metal Mario about blindsiding Dexter, and he was willing to do it.
Back at Upolu, Chris and Mikayla warned Erin about Frank coming after her, and Erin was ready to fight back.
At the immunity challenge, Savaii took the lead, but Upolu quickly came back from behind, when John scored the point, and won immunity for Upolu. Metal Mario was chosen to go to Exile Island.
Before tribal council, Sweet Tooth put his plan into motion, but he had to vote for Stepney, since Dexter was doing the same. If one of or both Archer and Ling Ling vote Dexter, they're set.
At tribal council, Ling Ling voted for Stepney, believing he was a weak competitor. But Archer voted per Sweet Tooth's request, and Dexter was blindsided. 15 are left, who'll be voted out tonight?
Savaii (Reals): Archer, Harry, Ling Ling, Metal Mario, Stepney, Sweet Tooth, and Twilight
Upolu (OCs): Brandon, Bruce, Chris, Erin, Frank, John, Mikayla, and Stephen
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Savaii Day 10
Metal Mario noticed Dexter's disappearance, and he was pleased.
"I don't know how Stepney did it, but he took down Dexter, and now... I don't know who's in control of the game, now." - Metal Mario
Inside the shelter, Harry and Twilight were whispering to eachother.
"What was up last night with Sweet Tooth?" wondered Twilight.
Harry was confused, "Well, what do you mean?"
"He shook Dexter's hand... after all he did to get rid of him..." said Twilight.
"Last night, Dexter was voted off, like planned, but Sweet Tooth gave him a very... pleasant goodbye. They shook hands. Is it me, or is Sweet Tooth up to something..." - Twilight
Sweet Tooth entered the shelter to take a nap. Twilight tried to get his attention.
"Psst! Sweet Tooth!" whispered Twilight, "Can I ask you something?"
Sweet Tooth turned over towards her, "Hm?"
"Why did you shake Dexter's hand?" she asked.
Sweet Tooth chuckled to himself.
"Gotta let the fool's spirits go up," explained Sweet Tooth, "So I said something like, 'Dude... I don't know what the hell happened...'."
Harry nodded, getting it, "Ah. Nice idea Sweet Tooth. One might call it deception."
"That's what it is, you dolt." muttered Sweet Tooth, going to sleep.
"Dexter's gone, and I believe I have full control of Savaii. See, the Silent Betrayal can help me get jury votes, in a way. Could Limberg go around stabbing his allies in the back, and get their votes? No. He was blunt about it, and vocal. I wasn't. I played it cool, calm, and collected. Last night proved that the plan works, and I will administer it during the merge." - Sweet Tooth
As he slept, he thought about the game.
"Myself, Harry, Twilight, and Stepney have control of the game. Next tribal council, if we go, one of Archer, Ling Ling, or Metal Mario will be sent packing." - Sweet Tooth
Meanwhile, Archer, Metal Mario, and Ling Ling were talking, while chopping wood.
"So like, we're not screwed, right?" asked Archer, "Cause, you know, Dexter left over Stepney?"
"Agh! Savaii now screwed! Ling Ling getting angry!" growled Ling Ling, tearing through a single log with his teeth.
"Yeah, I know right?" laughed Archer, "Who was the dumbass who cast the deciding vote for him anyway?"
"I have no one to blame but myself if we lose the next challenge because of Stepney. I felt like a genius when I wrote Dexter's name, but... huh, now I regret it." - Archer
"Stepney or Harry, at any rate," explained Metal Mario, "Should go home if we lose. They are the weakest links. Possibly Harry, since he isn't good with puzzles."
"Aliens supposed to have high intellect! Harry not intellectual at all!" yelled Ling Ling.
"Maybe Dexter going home wasn't such a smart idea for me to even consider. We'll just have to wait and see." - Metal Mario
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Upolu Day 10
Erin was talking with Brandon and Bruce near a pair of ruins.
"So like... yeah, I mean. I don't deserve to go yet," pleaded Erin, "I think I can put more effort into challenge then Frank can."
"Would you vote Frank, Bruce?" asked Brandon, wondering what Bruce would say.
Bruce thought about it, "Well... I honestly can't decide. For me, I would much rather vote strategically, and not for who's weak, and who's not."
"I'm gonna let Erin and Frank duke it out if they want. I don't want to vote for either one. Erin's very sweet, and Frank tells some damn funny jokes. Chris is my target, as I don't really trust him all that much." - Bruce
"I really don't care who you want out," noted Erin, "But I'm voting Frank."
"That's fine with me," replied Bruce, holding his hands up.
"I almost want to throw my vote away right now. It seems like, from where I stand, Frank will be the next to go, if he's not sent to Exile. I don't want any part of that, whatsoever." - Brandon
"If the majorities voting Frank," noted Brandon, "Then I'm voting Frank."
"But... I may have to take Frank out. Like I said from the beginning, I may have to drop one alliance, whichever one broke up first. Looks like Fatherhood is out for the count." - Brandon
Meanwhile, inside the shelter, Stephen, Mikayla, and Chris were talking.
"You two seem like the only people in Upolu," explained Stephen, "To want to vote Frank out."
"Why? What have you been hearing?" asked Mikayla.
Chris shook his head, "Erin, more then likely, right?"
Stephen nodded.
"Mikayla and Chris told me that they are voting for Frank. I'm glad to see that others are seeing the light, unlike Brandon and Bruce. I'm not abandoning them, but I am not voting with them until Frank is gone." - Stephen
"Erin's against Frank already," noted Mikayla, "We told her everything, as Chris had a chat with Frank about it."
"Erin is like, 30 years younger then Frank," noted Stephen, "It should be a no-brainer on who needs to go home."
"Feels that way, doesn't it." laughed Chris.
"When immunity comes around, I don't want to lose, and see Frank go to Exile Island. If he goes... then Erin goes home, and that's not what I want. I get cranky when I don't get what I want." - Chris
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"Come on in guys!"
Both tribes entered the challenge area.
"Upolu, getting your first look at the new Savaii tribe. Dexter voted out, last tribal council."
Most everyone on Upolu was surprised to see such a strong character like Dexter get picked off.
"Guys ready for today's challenge?"
Everyone nodded.
"I'll take back immunity from Upolu."
Brandon did so.
"Tonight, both tribes are attending tribal council. Two tribal councils, two people going home. But both tribes will be playing for reward AND individual immunity. For todays challenge, 3 members of each tribe will have a pole on their shoulders, and each round, 2 members of the opposing tribe will place one heavily weighted bag on two different player's shoulder. Compared to previous seasons, these bags are in 100 increments. When you cannot take it any longer, your out. Last tribe left standing wins reward. Also, both tribes will get to send someone from the opposing tribe to go to Exile Island, where they will be safe from the vote. Now... for the reward..."
Jeff lifted a cloth off of a table, revealing fried chicken and mashed potatoes.
"If you win reward, you will feast together on this wonderful meal. Only two members will not enjoy it; the one who goes to Exile Island, and the one who gets voted off. Let's get started."
Savaii
Poles: Archer, Metal Mario, and Sweet Tooth
Giving Weights: Ling Ling and Stepney
Upolu
Poles: Bruce, Frank, and John
Giving Weights: Chris and Erin
"Let's give some weight."
Savaii gave weight to Bruce and Frank.
Upolu gave weight to Metal Mario and Sweet Tooth.
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"Let's give some weight."
Savaii gave weight to Bruce and Frank.
Upolu gave weight to Metal Mario and Sweet Tooth.
The pain was too much for Frank, and he dropped out immediately. Bruce followed shortly. Metal Mario didn't budge, but was straining. Sweet Tooth looked comfortable.
"Just like that, Bruce and Frank are out. John, you are the last one standing for Upolu. If you stick in it a little longer, you might win reward."
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"Let's give some weight."
Savaii gave weight to John, the only one left.
Upolu gave weight to Metal Mario and Sweet Tooth.
Metal Mario dropped out right after, leaving Sweet Tooth with 300 lbs, and Archer with nothing.
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"Let's give some weight."
Savaii gave weight to John, the only one left.
Upolu gave weight to Archer and Sweet Tooth.
Two people dropped out...
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"Sweet Tooth is out! John is out! That means, SAVAII WINS REWARD!"
All of Savaii clapped and cheered.
"First order of business, discuss amongst yourselves and choose one person from the opposing tribe to send to Exile Island. You may not send John or Metal Mario."
Both tribes thought it over for a while.
"How about good ol' Harry goes over?" said Frank.
Archer pointed at Stephen, "We choose him."
Jeff handed a map to Harry, and both he and Stephen left for Exile Island.
"They will both return after tribal council. Savaii will attend tribal council first, vote someone off, and then eat fried chicken and mashed potatoes. Then, Upolu will attend tribal council. See you all tomorrow night."
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Exile Island Night 10
Harry got to the clue before Stephen did, and read it to himself.
"Well looky here, a hidden immunity idol clue. I already know one from Twilight, and now I have something to bring home. Aren't I the best?" - Harry
Harry shared the clue with Stephen, who read it to himself, before looking back at him.
"Sure it's okay you let me read this or something?" asked Stephen.
"It's fine, no worries," smiled Harry innocently, "I know a little bit about the idol, if you want to know yourself..."
Stephen smirked, "I'm all ears, my friend."
So Harry told Stephen about the idol clues, INCLUDING Twilight's.
"Is this guy for real? I mean really, I now have enough information to go looking for this idol, all thanks to this Harry guy. I'm going to thank him later on." - Stephen
Stephen thanked Harry for the help, and then walked off along the beach. Harry dusted his hands off.
"Another good deed done, Harry Solomon," he smiled, "Another good deed..."
The clues told Stephen to go looking around the imbedded rocks along the beach.
"Now I have to hope that Harry didn't just play me, or I won't be able to find this idol. I mean... this guys already too much of an idiot, so I don't know if he's telling the truth." - Stephen
Stephen took most of the night looking for the idol. Whether or not he found it, will be revealed later.
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Savaii Day 11
Sweet Tooth, Stepney, and Twilight were talking in the shelter.
"We're going to need to flip one of the three onto our side for the vote," noted Twilight, "And I say Metal Mario. We'd be idiots to take him out when we're 1 member short of the other tribe."
Stepney nodded, "Well, I don't know who to vote between Ling Ling or Archer. To be honest, we need all three."
"My core alliance consists of myself, Sweet Tooth, and Harry. Sweet Tooth was able to get Stepney to join us, so that makes us 4. With Harry on Exile, we are 3 against 3. We need to get one more vote." - Twilight
"Ling Ling is a wild card," explained Sweet Tooth, "And Archer is a international spy. Both have good reasons to be voted out tonight. Question is... who?"
All three were silent for a bit, thinking about the vote.
"Regardless of what happens tonight, we NEED to start doing better in challenges, or we're going be low in numbers at the merge." - Stepney
They agreed on a target, and went off in their sperate ways. Stepney went to go chat with Metal Mario about voting with him tonight. Unfortunately, Metal Mario was talking with Ling Ling and Archer at the moment. Stepney joined them anyway.
"Hey Stepney," greeted Archer, "We were talking about the vote, and we all sort of want Twilight to go tonight."
"Why's that?" asked Stepney.
"Harry and Twilight are too tight together, and they flirt a lot. With Harry not here," explained Metal Mario, "We should vote Twilight off when we have the chance."
This worried Stepney greatly.
"Shoot, if Metal Mario votes with those two... it'll be a tie, and the purple rock will come out! I don't want to lose to the purple rock, so I gotta work my magic on Metal Mario. For now, I'll agree with them." - Stepney
"Ling Ling want to break up romance! Romance not suitable for game!" yelled Ling Ling.
Archer nodded, "I agree with the Pokemon-reject."
That comment angered Ling Ling, but he strangely kept quiet.
"So... are you both in?" asked Archer.
Metal Mario nodded, "Certainly."
"Count me in mate!" smiled Stepney.
"Tonight, I'm voting for Twilight. She's in some sort of a flirting relationship with Harry, and she might also find the hidden immunity idol. I won't let that happen." - Archer
After a few more minutes of chatting, both Archer and Ling Ling left. Stepney turned to Metal Mario.
"Forget about what they said," explained Stepney, "I have a better plan, and it might help your game if you side with me on this."
Stepney explained everything to Metal Mario.
"Stepney brings up a compelling offer. But... can I trust him to keep me safe for the next several days?" - Metal Mario
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Upolu Day 11
Frank was exhausted after the challenge.
"Damn!" he complained, "I shouldn't of done that. I almost threw out my back... glad I didn't."
John, Brandon, and Bruce were near him.
"You did fine, Frank," smiled John, "In fact, we all did. It just wasn't enough."
"Don't beat yourself down," noted Brandon, "We need positive energy."
Bruce looked at Frank, and chuckled, "Should I comment on this?"
"I dropped out immediately, after I said I wanted to do this. I wanted to prove something to Upolu, but I screwed up. Just wasn't my day." - Frank
The comments disgusted Mikayla and Chris. They both went off behind a pair of ruins.
"Today at the challenge, Chris wanted to compete. But guess what? Frank butted in, and said HE was going to compete, and told him sit back. Chris is stronger then him, and could've stayed in longer." - Mikayla
"What the hell is going on!" muttered Chris.
Mikayla shrugged, "That's an alliance right there! Brandon, John, Frank, and Bruce. No one stood up for you at the challenge. John even said, 'You can compete later. Let Frank do it.'."
Chris shook his head, "It's probably going to be Erin tonight, huh?"
"If that's the case," sighed Mikayla, "We have to vote her as well, I mean what else can we do? We'll become targets if we go against the majority."
"What if we're already targets?" asked Chris, angered.
"This morning, Frank was all... 'OMG I'm tired, come fan me while I relax my back...'! That pissed me off, because he isn't fit for that kind of challenge, and he just went ahead and did it. That scares me, because if they'll just let him compete in anything, then Upolu is in for a run... a run of doom." - Chris
Meanwhile, Erin was pleading her case to both Brandon and Bruce.
"Frank is clearly weaker then me," said Erin, "Voting him off will improve Upolu's chances of winning anything in the future."
Bruce nodded, "I can see myself voting for Frank. He just isn't physically strong enough."
"Erin shouldn't have to be worried at all for tonight, but unfortunately, this tribe wants to keep Frank in. John hangs out with Frank a lot, as does Brandon. I'm not sure where that leaves me, Mikayla, or Chris, though. But... what they all want is Erin gone." (shrugs) - Bruce
"Well," sighed Brandon, "What can you prove to us, that Frank can't?"
"I'm twice his age," explained Erin, "I'm faster, I can hang in longer, and I help out around camp. Frank does little of any of those."
"But Frank tries to best to compete," replied Brandon, which gained him a eye roll from Erin, "Whereas you haven't even stepped up to the plate."
"I'll compete in the next challenge we have," smiled Erin, "Trust me! I'll show you all that I have! Vote Frank tonight! You'd be idiots not to!"
Erin left after that. Bruce and Brandon felt a little stressed.
"Erin is trying too hard to stay over Frank. If she was a tad calmer, and wasn't, like, forcing us to vote Frank, I'd consider keeping her around." - Brandon
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The Savaii tribe entered tribal council.
"After tonight, this once strong tribe will be done to 6. Archer, what is the problem with this tribe?" asked Jeff.
"The real question is what the hell's the problem with Upolu? Thats what I want to know. They must have these weird super powers or something out of the ordinary." replied Archer.
"Sweet Tooth, what is the plan for tonight?" asked Jeff.
"It's time to move forward with Savaii. I'm voting for the person who won't be needed to move forward. The game takes a step forward with every person voted off." replied Sweet Tooth.
"Twilight, would you be surprised if you went home tonight?" asked Jeff.
Twilight thought for a minute.
"I'm going to be honest and say, no, I wouldn't be surprised." replied Twilight.
"Ok, it's time to vote, Sweet Tooth, you're up."
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Archer's Vote: No offense, but I'm not letting you move through the game with a romance. (Twilight)
Metal Mario's Vote: Goodbye! (?)
Stepney's Vote: Hopefully, you go and Twilight doesn't! (?)
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"Once the votes are read, the decision is final. Person voted out must leave the tribal council area immediately. I'll read the votes."
First vote, Twilight. (She nodded.)
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Twilight. Two votes Twilight.
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Archer. One vote Archer. (He laughed.)
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Archer. Tied two votes Archer, two votes Twilight.
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Archer. Three votes Archer, two votes Twilight, one vote left. (Archer was confused now. Stepney looked at Metal Mario.)
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Fourth person voted out of Survivor Aquatic Ruin, Archer. That's 4, it's enough, you need to hand me your torch.
Archer shook his head, "Dammit. Didn't expect that!"
"Archer, the tribe has spoken."
He snuffed out his torch.
"Time for you to go."
Archer said nothing as he left.
"Ok, Savaii. Archer was voted out, and soon you'll be feasting on your fried chicken and mashed potatoes. You can now move over to the jury side, and wait for Upolu to arrive."
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The Upolu tribe entered tribal council,
Jeff turned to look at Savaii.
"You may now pull off the cover and start eating." said Jeff.
Sweet Tooth threw the cover off the table, and everyone began to feast on the food.
"Mikayla, are you upset that you didn't win the reward today?" asked Jeff.
Mikayla nodded.
"Yeah, I am, actually. We haven't won one reward this entire game. Sure, we've won immunity and all, but I was looking forward to winning this one." replied Mikayla.
"Frank, do you think you were the one who costed Upolu the win?" asked Jeff.
Frank shook his head.
"Nah, I don't think so. True, I don't think I should've competed, but I felt like giving it my best. Savaii has someone made of metal for God's sake, no question they would win." replied Frank.
Chris, Erin, and Mikayla were annoyed.
"Brandon, how are you voting tonight?" asked Jeff.
"Honestly, coming into tribal council, two names have been tossed around back and forth. I think we all know this one fact; one of them will be leaving the game tonight." replied Brandon.
"John, who is he talking about?" asked Jeff.
John shook his head.
"I can't answer that honestly, sir. He could talking about whoever, maybe even me." replied John.
"Ok, Savaii, you must finish whatever is in your mouth right now. Grab your torches, and head on out." ordered Jeff.
Savaii left tribal council.
"Now it's time to vote, Upolu. John, your up."
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Erin's Vote: I know I'm going tonight, but thanks for keeping everything subtle. (Brandon)
Frank's Vote: I've got to protect my own skin, and tonight, you have to go. Sorry. (Erin)
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"Once the votes are read, the decision is final. Person voted out must leave the tribal council area immediately. I'll read the votes."
First vote, Brandon. (He nodded.)
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Erin. One vote Erin, one vote Brandon.
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Erin. Two votes Erin, one vote Brandon.
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Erin. Three votes Erin, one vote Brandon.
Fifth person voted out of Survivor Aquatic Ruin, Erin. That's 4, it's enough, you need to hand me your torch.
Erin wasn't happy, "I figured I was going tonight. Good luck, Upolu."
"Erin, the tribe has spoken."
He snuffed out her torch.
"Time for you to go."
Erin left without another word.
"One of those two names happened to be Erin. I wonder who the second name was that Brandon mentioned. Maybe we'll find out later. Grab your torches, and head on back. Good night."
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Archer's Final Words
"Wow. That went well. Uh... not much to say about tonight, I mean I got blindsided. Isn't that big enough news? I'm not sure if voting me off was such a smart idea. I mean, sure, they have strong competitors like Sweet Tooth and Metal Mario... but I fear for Savaii."
Erin's Final Words
"Wrong move, Upolu! I knew I was going home, and I didn't want to be right tonight. Frank is probably going to go far into the game, just because no one sees him as a threat. That's why he hasn't gotten voted out yet, no one sees Frank as a big threat."
VOTE
SAVAII
Archer – Sweet Tooth, Metal Mario, Twilight, and Stepney
Twilight – Ling Ling and Archer
UPOLU
Brandon – Erin
Erin – Mikayla, Bruce, Frank, John, Brandon, and Chris
I forgot to mention the Redemption Island duel in the last update. Remember, these aren't real, and are just insights into what would've happened with redemption island.
Soubi vs Dexter... Dexter wins by a longshot.
Dexter vs Archer vs Erin... Endurance challenge. Archer first out, followed by Erin. Dexter stays alive.
Also, my question to my viewers, if they choose to answer it: What do you think of Frank? He's been a big focus last couple of episodes. He reminds me of both Cochran and Phillip. He has Cochran's weakness and Phillip's dislikability. How far do you think he'll go?
You don't have to answer if you don't want to.