Previously on, Survivor,
Tails felt betrayed by Luigi and Vixey after Urcle was voted off, but they reassured him that they were safe with Ashton, Dexter, and Cloud. Tails, however, was skeptical.
At Manono, Rain spoke with Bomberman about turning on Niko, but Bomberman didn't want to, as he trusted Niko, and he felt like Niko would be helpful in keeping Manono alive.
When the tribes gathered for a reward challenge, they were shocked with a tribal shuffle. After the colors flew, Barney, Samara, and Rain were moved to Salani, and Luigi, Cloud, Ashton, and Dexter were moved to Manono.
At the new Salani tribe, Tails wanted to jump ship to Manono in order to vote off N. Tropy and Hartman. Along with Tails, Vixey was also willing to help vote them off, after a talk with Barney.
With Manono's, Luigi, Niko, and Bomberman discussed the possibility of throwing the immunity challenge in order to vote off the larger threats of Ashton, Cloud, and Dexter. Bomberman was, again, afraid of doing it. Meanwhile, Dexter wanted to find the Manono idol in order to secure both immunity idols.
At the immunity challenge, Niko attempted to throw the challenge, but Salani fell so far behind that Niko gave up trying, and won it for Manono.
Before tribal council, N. Tropy saw Barney and Vixey talking about voting him out, and attacked them for it, angrilly yelling at Vixey for even considering betraying Salani. Between him and Hartman, N. Tropy was the target for the night.
At tribal council, N. Tropy tried to verbally convince Manono to vote off Vixey, but to no avail, as he was voted out in a 5-2 decision. 13 are left, who'll be voted out tonight?
Manono: Ashton, Bomberman, Cloud, Dexter, Jared, Luigi, and Niko
Salani: Barney, Hartman, Rain, Samara, Tails, and Vixey
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Salani Day 17
Hartman was not happy about the vote last night. In fact, he was livid.
"I was really disgusted with Tails and Vixey last night. They dishonored the Salani name, and myself. N. Tropy was a good person, annoying yes, but good to me is loyal. Those two monsters are not loyal." - Hartman
He approached Vixey and Tails, "You two are the biggest duo of lying scum in the world! We had such a good run in the beginning, and then you had to mess it all up!"
Tails crossed his arms, "As far as I'm concerned I'm done with Salani. Both players eliminated on the original Salani tribe were players I was left out of the decision."
"That doesn't mean jack, punk!" snapped Hartman, "Salani dominated at the beginning, and now you're making the Manono chumps look like geniuses!"
Rain rolled his eyes, Barney wasn't paying attention, and Samara gave Hartman a death glare when he wasn't looking.
"Hartman was being loud and rude this morning, a complete contrast to what we saw of him a few days ago. I guess you just can't keep your cool for too long, huh?" - Rain
"We're playing our game!" retorted Vixey, "We don't play for you!"
Hartman shook his head, "You know, if foxes were in season, I'd love to have a dinner right now."
Tails glared at him, Vixey whimpered a little, while Rain and Barney gasped. Rain looked up, "That was uncalled for, Hartman."
Barney stood up, "Hey, don't you dare say that. All you're doing is digging your own grave. Nothing you say will change a thing. Don't you pick on these two if all you're gonna do is bully them and cry that your little friend is gone."
"Now of course, you can't play Survivor without having a few crybabies that will erupt into outrage if things don't go their way. For Hartman, for someone as old as he is, he's someone that could use more class. Clearly, not the case."- Barney
Vixey turned to walk away, tearing up slightly at Hartman's comment. Tails followed her, wanting to comfort her, but Hartman spoke up, "Let someone else fight your own battles!? Clearly you're playing Manono's game! Not loyal at all! Just go wherever the numbers go!"
"Alright, I think you've said enough," said Barney approaching Hartman, wanting to calm him down.
But that didn't do anything, but earn Barney a straight punch to the jaw from Hartman, knocking him down onto the ground.
"Just then, BAM! Barney got hit hard in the jaw area, and I just stood there far back with Vixey in just utter shock. I mean... this could be a bad sign for things to come, for both Barney and Hartman." - Tails
Samara immediately glowed blue with her biotics, ready to jump in if needed. Hartman looked down at Barney, "Think you're some big hotshot?!" He looked ready for a fight. Samara grabbed him with her biotics, restraining him.
"While I agree, speak for yourself, Sargeant Hartman." remarked Samara.
After that was said, the cameras cut off, as production was beginning to walk in.
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Manono Day 17
Ashton woke up early this morning, and started to plan a little something.
"So apparently, Dexter wants to find and collect the Manono idol, which I find to be game breaking, considering we will have two idols in our pockets. However, if we get it, no one else will have it. That's good for us." - Ashton
While players were waking up, Ashton grabbed the fishing spear, and looked at everyone, "Niko, Luigi, wanna go fishing with me?"
Niko shrugged, stretching himself out, "Sure, why not. Would be nice fishing. Done it before anyway."
Luigi nodded as well, taking the tackle box as he went out to the boat with Niko and Ashton.
"Bomberman was busy tending to fire, so I took Niko and Luigi out fishing so Cloud and Dexter can go get the idol. If people get suspiscious, that idol won't stay secret for long." - Ashton
"Hope they come back with something," muttered Cloud, before he and Dexter went off into the forest to get 'wood'.
As the three rowed out in their boat, Luigi wiped some sweat from his brow, "Nice day today.. just so humid!"
Ashton nodded, feeling the most heat with his longer, bushier hair, "I know what you mean, bro. Don't worry... have a swim if you get hot." He then fell over backwards into the water with his spear.
"Ever since the swap, Ashton has become our provider, which I appreciate. After all, he was the one who killed a pig on his season, so it's something he strives to do and loves to to." - Luigi
While Ashton was underwater, Luigi looked at Niko, "I say we keep Ashton around. He provides for us, while Cloud just lays around doing nothing most of the time."
Niko shook his head, "Nah! Ashton is gonna get respect from this, which makes him a threat in the end. I know it's early, but think about it."
"I like Ashton, but it's obvious he wants to provide to get jury votes and to play a social game without... well... socializing. Luigi sees a better reason to vote Cloud off, but I see Ashton as the man to boot." - Niko
"We'll just see what happens," replied Luigi, looking into the water, seeing Ashton about to come up. Ashton had a few snappers on his spear, smirking.
"We'll be eating good tonight!" hooted Ashton.
Meanwhile, Dexter and Cloud were searching all over for the hidden immunity idol.
Dexter reached his hand up into a tree, "I just hope Ashton keeps those two busy."
"It will suck if we were to get caught..." muttered Cloud, using his sword to dig.
"I don't see the great idea of searching for a hidden immunity idol that I know for a fact we will never find. We have clues, but they can't possibly help us on Manono, can they?" - Cloud
"Don't worry about it. I believe we're safe," replied Dexter, "Just keep digging and searching."
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Cloud gave up, sighing, "Nothing. That's the seventh hole I dug, and nothing."
But Dexter saw something in one of the trees, "Cloud! Up there!"
Cloud ran over to where Dexter was, and hoisted himself up onto the tree, grabbing the wrapped hidden immunity idol.
"I was gonna spend the whole day searching for that idol. Having both idols is the key to getting the prize. Now we just have to play it safe." - Dexter
Just before they could react, a voice spoke up, "Looks like you found it. Good job following the cameramen, Dex."
Jared. He was taking a nap on the tree branch beside the one the idol was on. They couldn't see him though because of a bunch of leaves were covering him.
Cloud raised an eyebrow, "Well, if you found it first, why don't you grab it?"
Jared shrugged, "I don't need that idol. Thing's a game breaker as it is. I rather play with cold-blooded strategy. Just works better, you know? Besides, I didn't touch it, otherwise it would be considered stealing on your end."
"So... we happened to randomly run into Jared, someone Ashton forgot to think about... I guess he didn't matter because Jared is just a loose cannon. Problem is... he knows we have one of two idols. Whether or not he's smart enough we'll find out." - Cloud
"Keep this inbetween us three, okay?" warned Dexter, "I'm serious Jared, we're trusting you to keep this confidential."
Jared waved him off, "Got it, boss. Just tell me how to vote, and that idol is in the hush-hush."
"...Does he think I'm an idiot? Well, probably, but that's okay, I still love Dexter. That sociopathic personality turns me on. Anyway, that idol is going to be brought out into the open one way or another. He's not going to be happy about it, but that's okay." - Jared
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Salani Day 18
Everyone was sitting around the camp fire, early morning on Day 18. Hartman was no longer in the tribe, as he had violated the rules by physically attacking another player.
"Are... are you okay, Barney?" asked Vixey softly, looking at him.
Barney's jaw was red, but he wasn't badly injured, "Oh, don't worry. Just a small wound."
"After Samara had restrained Hartman, production came in and pulled Hartman out of the game for rule violation. You are not allowed to hurt another player, and since he punched me in the jaw, he had to be ejected. Sucks for him. Bet he regrets not taking the bribe." - Barney
Rain shrugged, "Doesn't matter, we pretty much got rid of the two players on the bottom, so... I don't mind."
Tails nodded, "Just a little scary and shocking at the same time. I guess Hartman thought Barney was about to hurt him when he approached him."
"18 days in... and he threw it all away by breaking the rules." sighed Vixey, still a little upset by his comment.
"Hartman was very rude towards me after Tails and I had voted N. Tropy off, so... well... it just hurt. Me and my boyfriend were hunted by a hunter and his dog a while back. We survived, but it was horrifying to say the least." - Vixey
"But what happens now?" worried Tails, "Do we merge..? If not... and we lose, well... both Vixey and I know we're the next two to go."
Rain nodded, looking away, "That's the part that sucks... I'm sure both of you know we're a good team."
"The thing that worries me is that if we do not merge, and Salani ends up losing the next immunity challenge, we might as well just pack our bags because... Rain, Barney, Samara? They're thick as thieves." - Tails
Barney stood up, "You know what? I say neither of you go home. We're going to win that challenge if there is no merge! If we lose, I will gladly volenteer to be voted out."
Samara glared at him, "That's a lie, and you know it."
"...Yeah, true." muttered Barney, sitting back down. Tails and Vixey giggled lightly before Barney spoke up, "But if we enter the merge, oh man do we have the numbers. Us five, Jared, maybe Bomberman, and maybe Niko. That's a strong group of 6, 7, or 8."
"Luigi might be interested," replied Vixey, "That makes 9. Leaving... the three strong guys left in the game on Manono; Cloud, Ashton, and Dexter."
"I'm just on Cloud Nine right now. I have a tribe fully on my side, I have an alliance just waiting to be made once we merge, and two beautiful girls on my side. Look, when you're Barney Stinson, life just works for you automatically. Awesome, isn't it?" - Barney
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Manono Day 18
Niko was eating some rice near the fire, watching Bomberman return from treemail.
"Again, nothing," sighed Bomberman, "That concerns me that we haven't had a reward challenge lately. Should've had one yesterday..."
Niko shrugged, "Oh well, it don't matter. We're still gonna throw the immunity challenge for real this time, yes?"
Bomberman nodded, slightly.
"Last time, I finished because Salani sucked! This time, even if I have to make it delibrate, I will throw that challenge. Keeping the threats in the game is something I rather not do." - Niko
"Just hope Jared and Luigi are still in on it," sighed Niko, finishing his rice, "Otherwise... I don't know. It don't matter anymore, delibrate or not, we have numbers."
Bomberman nodded in agreement. Just then Jared waltzed into the scene, laying down on the log near Niko.
"Hey sexies," smirked Jared, "Anything new?"
"We're still doing the challenge throwing," replied Niko, "Just... suck, okay?"
"It's what I do for a living." remarked Jared.
"You know... throwing the challenge became a lot more important, because we have a duo of bozos who think I'll keep my mouth shut about a hidden immunity idol." (chuckles) "You know producers, if you didn't recruit players, maybe people would know how to play Survivor." - Jared
Jared reached for a coconut bowl, and scooped up rice, "So... how about that hidden immunity idol Dexter found, huh?"
Bomberman blinked, "S'cuse me?"
"Yeah, you know? The one they found the other day?" replied Jared, acting like it's a casual everyday occurrence, "Man, and I was gonna keep it secret. Wait, oops."
"Suddenly, Jared starts to blabber on, and on... and then... Dexter has a hidden immunity idol. Jared can be cooky, but fact is, we need to trust him, as he's a great spy." - Bomberman
Niko cursed silently, "Now we need to throw the challenge... dammit."
Bomberman sighed, "Well... at least we can vote him out, and get rid of the idol."
"Does it matter? He'll pass it on to Cloud or something. Everyone does that." recalled Jared.
"Flush it out... perhaps?" wondered Bomberman.
"Dexter has the hidden immunity idol, according to Jared, and we're thinking about trying to flush it out. Though, that requires scaring them. However, this could blow up in our faces, and send someone home other then them." - Niko
Meanwhile, Cloud, Luigi, and Dexter were having a chat by the beach.
"I don't know if we've talked much," noted Cloud, "But hopefully you're on board with us?"
Luigi nodded, "Of course. Anything new going on?"
"Cloud and I got nervous after being caught by Jared. I feel like if anything we need to try and keep our two idols in secrecy. I have both idols in my pocket, but I plan on giving the new one to either Cloud or Ashton. Right now though, we need to make Luigi think Jared has it to make sure if we lose the challenge that Jared goes home." - Dexter
"Well... Cloud and I were out walking... and we saw Jared snoozing on a tree branch... an immunity idol on his stomach." replied Dexter, crossing his arms.
Luigi blinked, "Seriously? He's got it?"
"It was a surprise to learn that Jared has the idol. I... underestimed the guy, honestly. You think for one minute he's a goofball, and then another moment he's the new Will Rose or something. It might make sense to flush it out, considering how unpredictable Jared is." - Luigi
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"Come on in guys!"
Both tribes entered the challenge area. Manono was surprised to see two players gone from Salani.
"Manono, getting your first look at the new Salani tribe; N. Tropy voted out at the last tribal council, and Hartman was ejected from the game due to punching Barney."
Dexter, Ashton, and Cloud were upset to see both of them gone, while the rest were shocked to hear Hartman's elimination.
"Guys ready for today's immunity challenge?"
Everyone nodded.
"I'll take back immunity from you, Manono."
Ashton did so.
"For today's challenge, one at a time, you will slide down this oily course, retrieve a numbered ball, and attempt to shoot the ball into the basket, first one to shoot it in scores. First tribe to get 3 shots in, wins reward and immunity."
Both tribes picked an order on who would go first to last. Manono had to sit out two players, and they chose Bomberman and Jared.
"For the first round, we have Luigi for Manono taking on Samara for Salani! You are going for ball number '4'! Survivors ready? GO!"
Both Luigi and Samara slid out onto the course, with Samara using her biotics to propel herself further. Luigi got to the ball first, though, and he tiptoed to the basket. He made several shots, but made it in before Samara got to it.
"Luigi scores for Manono! Manono leads 1-0!"
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"We have Niko for Manono taking on Barney for Salani. Ball number '5'! Survivors ready? GO!"
Both men slid out onto the course, with Barney making wavy motions with his arms, while Niko's heavier form slowed him down. Barney made it to the basket first, and started free throwing, and missing. This gave Niko time to catch up, albeit unwillingly. Niko failed to throw, while Barney...
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...missed. Niko cursed, and tossed the ball into the net, wanting to get this challenge over with.
"Niko scores for Manono! Manono extends the lead, 2-0!"
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"Next up is Cloud for Manono, taking on Rain for Salani! Going for ball number '2'! Should Cloud score, Manono wins immunity. Survivors ready? GO!"
Having water like powers, Rain used it to his advantage to slip and slide down the course. However, he missed the ball, as he slipped a little too far. Cloud took it nice and easy, and took the ball from where it was. Rain tried to catch up, but Cloud made it look too easy, earning Manono's victory.
"Cloud scores! MANONO WINS IMMUNITY!"
All of Manono hugged and cheered.
"Once again Manono, you have earned yourself immunity. No tribal council tonight! Salani, sadly, things are a little rough for you. You have lost two players, and you will now lose a third. See you all tonight."
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Salani Day 19
Both Tails and Vixey walked into camp depressed, knowing one of them was going home tonight.
Barney kicked at a log, "Damn it! I want to win something. I haven't won anything out here!"
"Things aren't looking so awesome for the Barnster. I thought this season was going to be a cakewalk, but clearly no matter what the tribe, I seem to suck, or we seem to suck." - Barney
"Neither have we." replied Rain sternly, referring to him and Samara, "And now we have to decide between Tails and Vix-"
"Tails." replied Barney, "Tails is too smart."
Rain sighed, "Because Vixey's a woman, right?"
"Barney wants to vote Tails off instead of Vixey. I can see why he would say that, but... I trust Tails a lot more then I trust Vixey. Tails came to us, while Barney went to Vixey." - Rain
Samara walked on up to the men, "No matter what the choice, I assume the three of us are sticking together?"
Barney nodded, "Of course. I wouldn't betray you guys, I started this, and now I'm finishing it."
"Manono has gotten quite strong since the swap, and we have lost both challenges thrown at us. I can only assume it's because they have all the strong players while we have... well... I believe just myself, honestly speaking." - Samara
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Manono Day 19
Niko had his head in his hands, shaking it. Bomberman, Luigi, and Jared were with him.
"Once again... we had the chance to throw the challenge... and we blew it." muttered Niko, "Sorry guys."
"We had another immunity challenge.. and it was blown up as both I and Luigi scored points. I wanted to fail, but Barney kept %$#%ing around, so... yeah. Damn it." - Niko
Luigi twiddled his thumbs, "Well, now what? Vixey or Tails is leaving tonight, obviously."
Just then, Niko's head shot up, smirking, "Got it! Ooohh man... I'm an evil genius if this work out."
"I love evil geniuses," smirked Jared, "What's the plan?"
Niko looked over at Jared, "Jared, take the rice, and piss in it."
Everyone's faces grew dark, including Jared's. Bomberman spoke up, "S'cuse me?"
"The only way we're gonna go to tribal council tonight is if we all agree to go. Obviously them guys won't do it. So... have to give them a reason to." - Niko
"That's ludacris!" replied Luigi, "Plus they'll obviously think it's a trap!"
"Concerning Jared's behavior... they'll consider it another day in the park," shrugged Niko, "And only the rice gets ruined, so we have bean and fish still."
Jared shrugged, "Well... if that's how you wanna do it."
"Another Survivor did the same thing in another season I watched... what was it... oh yeah! Survivor Xing! Umm... one of the girls urinated in the rice because she hated them. It was adorable, I'll admit it. Guess I'll be doing the same thing." - Jared
As Jared walked into the forest with the rice bin, Bomberman sighed, "I hope this works, Niko. I have a bad feeling about this."
A few minutes later, Jared returned, and Niko smirked, "Good. Now... let's get the show on the road, shall we?"
Ashton, Cloud, and Dexter were returning from fishing when they heard yelling from Niko.
"Dude... what's Niko yelling about?" wondered Ashton, looking at Dexter.
"Doesn't sound good. Come on." instructed Dexter, moving a little faster as Ashton and Cloud went with him.
When the trio arrived back at camp, they saw Niko staging a fight with Jared, but to them, they thought it was real.
"Why you have to go and ruin our rice, man?!" shouted Niko, while Jared just sat back and smirked.
"What's going on here?" wondered Cloud, stepping forward, before making a yuck sound at the rice upon seeing it.
"Niko stated that Jared had ruined the rice... and once I saw it... yeah... I agree with Niko for once. That's a major food source for us, and Jared had no business ruining it for us." - Cloud
"Jared, how could you, dude?" complained Ashton, "We have to eat that stuff... gross, man... Absolutely just... ugh!"
Jared shrugged, "Well, hey, nothing you can do about it. We have immunity so... jokes on you!"
"Or is it?!" smirked Niko, "Who's in favor of going to tribal council before Salani tonight? Get rid of this loser, and bring on Salani for the merge! Am I right?"
Both Luigi and Bomberman shyly raised their hands. Ashton was about to before Dexter spoke up, "Wait, are you mad? Is there any sense of going to tribal council then to just vote Jared off?"
Niko shrugged, "I rather not let him ruin the rest of our food. Will we lose our beans next?"
Dexter shrugged, "Who knows."
"Niko made a suggestion to go to tribal council tonight. It's a stupid move, but considering the damage Jared has done, it's not any of my concern to worry. It's a free vote, you know." - Dexter
Cloud sighed, "Whatever, if that's the decision then I'm good with it. Let's get it over with."
As the tribe grabbed their torches, Jared continued to fake-plead, "Oh come on... you guys still love me right?"
Niko whispered to him as they left, "Don't push it."
"Yes! The plan went into fruition. Now we just gotta hope the four stays tight, and bam, there goes one of the three! Man... I am a badass, eh?" - Niko
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The Manono tribe arrived at tribal council. Sunset was still going on, and Jeff Probst was highly shocked to see the Manono tribe arrive.
"I... I've seen crazy things in the last 18 seasons... this reaches a whole new high for me. Luigi, explain to me why Manono is here tonight, even before the sun is down?" asked Jeff.
"Well... an hour after we had returned to camp, we learned that Jared had urinated in the rice. It's a little disgusting and all... and it's a good food source. So we decided to remove the problem before our beans get ruined." replied Luigi.
"Cloud, Manono destroyed the Salani tribe today, and you decided it was okay to forgo the win, and eliminate a player anyway?" asked Jeff.
Cloud nodded.
"It's a cautious decision, but we're still a strong tribe without Jared, so I'm comfortable making it." replied Cloud.
"Niko, will Manono regret this decision? Or will it be the best decision made in the game thus far?" asked Jeff.
Niko smirked.
"Jeff... it's the best decision for the Manono tribe. For me, and for everyone." replied Niko.
"Jared, any last words before we start the vote?" asked Jeff.
Jared looked down, before looking back up.
"I like bananas? Nah, seriously, um... keep me in? I promise to not do it again? Uhh... and I guess I'll say my vote now. Sorry Cloud. Love ya." replied Jared.
Cloud's lips twitched.
"Okay, it's time to vote, Bomberman, you're up."
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Dexter's Vote: Gotta say... you're one weird fellow. (Jared)
Luigi's Vote: I have to do what's best for me. Sorry! (?)
Niko's Vote: Thanks, Jared. I didn't really get to say our target. Cloud will do just fine. (Cloud)
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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, Cloud. (He nodded.)
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Jared. One vote Jared, one vote Cloud.
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Jared. Two votes Jared, one vote Cloud.
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Jared. That's three votes Jared, one vote Cloud. (He smirked, holding a giggle.)
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Cloud. Two votes Cloud, three votes Jared. (Cloud perked up, while Dexter and Ashton looked confused.)
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Cloud. We're tied, three votes Cloud, three votes Jared, one vote left. (Dexter muttered a 'What?'.)
Ninth person voted out of Survivor Destiny Isles...
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...Cloud. That's four, and that's enough. You need to hand me your torch.
Cloud was utterly shocked, as was Ashton. Dexter was calculating things as Cloud gave his torch up.
"Cloud, the tribe has spoken."
He snuffed out his torch.
"Time for you to go."
"Not sure if this was intentional... but interesting move." muttered Cloud as he left.
"I was shocked seeing Manono walk in.. and I'm even more shocked how the vote went. Clearly, one of the biggest moves of the game thus far. Let's see how it works. Grab your torches, and head on back. Good night."
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Hartman's Final Words
"I... I got carried away this morning. I didn't mean to punch Barney in the face. I guess my anger won out on me this morning, and that is a dishonor to both myself and my family. I would never do such a thing if I had more control. Ever. I am sorry to anyone I offended."
Cloud's Final Words
"I felt comfortable entering tribal council... and then guess what, I get voted out. Clearly it was a set up in order to go after my alliance, based on the votes. I have absolutely no idea who planned it, but I guess it's all good. I'm never meant to play Survivor, as I suck at being nice."
VOTE
Cloud – Jared, Luigi, Bomberman, and Niko
Jared – Cloud, Ashton, and Dexter
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