Previously on, Survivor,
After losing their third straight player, Omega was ready not to lose anymore. The alliance of Stephen, Sweet Tooth, and Harry planned to recruit Mordin and Thane should they merge. Until then, Senel was the intended target. Unknown to them, Senel had the hidden immunity idol.
At Rustic, Thane suggested to Viva La Resistance that aligning with Stephen, Sweet Tooth and Harry was the right decision for them. However, Thane also explained to them that Stephen would most likely turn on them at the right time.
On Night 19, the two tribes became one, wearing black buffs and calling themselves the Superstar tribe.
Once everyone had settled in, Stephen confirmed to Thane and Mordin that he did indeed wanted to turn on Sweet Tooth and Harry, but at the same time, wanted to reform Totakeke. Mordin thought Sweet Tooth couldn't be trusted. Meanwhile, Senel rejoined Kratos and JD's alliance, and showed them his hidden immunity idol.
While Sweet Tooth was willing to go with Totakeke, he was unsure of trusting them, as they had gone behind his back to vote off Jiro, his ally. Senel also showed his idol to Raine and Ren, making a pact to the Final 3 should their alliance succeed.
At the immunity challenge, Thane was deemed the most likable contestant left in the game, and he won immunity for the night.
Before tribal council, the Omega/Totakeke alliance targeted JD for elimination, while the Rustic alliance was going to vote out Zola. However, a big change of events would occur, as Sweet Tooth wanted to perform his Silent Betrayal move on Zola, but he didn't make his motives clear, he simply told Harry and Stephen to vote for Zola.
Stephen relied the information to Thane, who was very against it. He also said that their votes didn't matter, as Sweet Tooth and Harry voting for Zola would force Zola's elimination no matter what.
At tribal council, Stephen and Thane voted for JD, following the original plan. However, Sweet Tooth's vote went for JD as well, in order to not get blood on his hands.
But because Harry voted for Zola, like instructed, there was a 6-6 vote between Zola and JD. This forced the purple rock to be pulled. Senel pulled it out, and thus was eliminated from the game. Before leaving, Senel gave his idol secretly to Kratos. Tonight, two players will be leaving the game! 11 are left, who'll be voted out tonight?
Final 11: En-Tee-I, Harry, JD, Kratos, Mordin, Raine, Ren, Stephen, Sweet Tooth, Thane, and Zola
Jury: Senel
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Superstar Day 22
After returning from a very crazy tribal council, Viva La Resistance felt very betrayed.
"Hey, I knew this was gonna backfire on us," sighed Zola, "But thankfully it didn't take any of us out."
"Last night, someone flipped and voted with Rustic, causing a tiebreaker. Even though Senel, whom was not in our alliance, went home, I still feel a little bit irked." - Zola
"It's got to be Sweet Tooth. There's no doubt in my mind he did. He had to of done it to get revenge on us for booting Jiro behind his back." replied En-Tee-I.
Mordin shrugged, placing his three-fingered hand on his chin, "Didn't work, clearly. But now Sweet Tooth in danger. Wonder if Harry and Stephen will notice it?"
En-Tee-I shook himself, "Oh no, Harry won't buy it. He's too stupid to go against Sweet Tooth, who's kept him safe throughout BOTH Aquatic Ruin and this season."
"At this point, Harry and Sweet Tooth are extendable. We don't need them anymore. If the other four Redemption Island vets are aligned, then without Sweet Tooth or Harry, we're 5 against 4. I just hope Stephen and Thane will turn on them." - En-Tee-I
"I know they voted against me, but going to Kratos and JD for help is worth our time. We just need to convince them that Sweet Tooth is a big threat," explained Zola, "And even Harry is a threat, as he's anyone's golden ticket to win at the end."
Mordin nodded at Zola's words, "Good idea. Sounds risky, but add in their votes, those two are dead in the water."
"Sweet Tooth made big mistake last night. If planned to flip, didn't have the numbers to do it. Problematic for him. Will be gone soon." - Mordin
Meanwhile, JD, Kratos, Ren, and Raine were in the shelter. Kratos had just shown them the hidden immunity idol snuck to him by Senel.
"We're still in good spirits, just don't lose focus on the goal, and that goal is to make it to the Final 4." said Kratos, looking at all 3 of them.
Raine nodded, "Indeed. I have no idea what happened at tribal council last night, but whatever it is, I feel like one of us will be targeted next. JD did get votes."
"Senel's gone, and JD got votes last night. I have no doubt in my mind that it might happen again. Question is, should we use the idol on JD to secure our position? Or get the numbers on our side without using an idol?" - Raine
"Should we use the idol at the next council?" asked JD, "Or wait and see if we can get votes?"
"Using the idol is a cowardly way out," replied Kratos, "We should only use it as a last resort, just like we did in Redemption Island against En-Tee-I."
Ren turned around, laying down on his side and facing away, "We'll be fine guys. We really need to get people against Sweet Tooth! He's the biggest threat here!"
"I swear I'm a broken record here! These eediots don't see the big threat that is Sweet Tooth! Am I on Pluto? Tell me I'm on Pluto, dammit!" - Ren
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Superstar Day 22
A little while later into the day, Kratos, Zola, JD, and Mordin were out fishing. Kratos was underwater, fishing with the spear Senel made.
"You understand who the biggest threat is, correct?" asked Zola, looking at JD.
JD nodded, "I'm gonna assume Sweet Tooth, right? Or is it Kratos?"
Mordin nodded, "Sweet Tooth. Listen carefully JD. Sweet Tooth, biggest threat left in the game. Next tribal council, take him down."
"Sweet Tooth and Harry. Need to be split up. Too powerful a pair to keep around. Don't care if seen as a betrayal. Sweet Tooth pulled first move against Viva La Resistance." - Mordin
"I see what you're saying," replied JD, "And quite honestly, it's a good plan. I just don't know if we have the numbers."
Zola nodded, "Of course we have the numbers. Us 3, Kratos, En-Tee-I, Ren, and Raine. I think that sounds very reasonable."
"En-Tee-I also working on Stephen and Thane," continued Mordin, nodding, "Nothing to worry about."
"So Zola and Mordin tell me that we need to get rid of Sweet Tooth. Now, I don't know if I'm being played for a fool here or not, but I will say this: Sweet Tooth is a big threat, and if we need to vote him off, and my alliance is alright with that, we'll do it." - JD
Eventually, Kratos returned with a long line of fish on the spear. Soon, JD repeated their words to him. Kratos nodded.
"Well, we'll see what happens. I want to trust them, but they could just be telling lies." said Kratos.
"I'm not too quick to trust Zola and Mordin. After all, they did vote against JD last night. Furthermore, if I found out we're being lied to, then we'll use the idol to save ourselves." - Kratos
Meanwhile, Stephen and Thane were in the shelter, talking to En-Tee-I.
"We only voted JD," explained Thane, "Because we felt like no matter what we did, Zola was going home. He made that clear to us."
"If I said I was going to write his name down at the next tribal council, would you join me?" asked En-Tee-I.
Stephen shrugged, "I mean, it's worth a shot, because we still hold majority if we vote off both Harry and Sweet Tooth in the next two tribals."
"I owe Sweet Tooth and Harry some credit in getting me this far, but there comes a time when you need to choose a better alliance. I just feel like, especially after the last immunity challenge, that Sweet Tooth and Harry are in grave danger." - Stephen
"It all depends on the immunity challenge, En-Tee-I. If Sweet Tooth doesn't win, he's gone. If he does, Harry's gone." confirmed Thane, looking at En-Tee-I.
En-Tee-I smiled, and nodded himself, before leaving the shelter.
"I just hope we defeat Sweet Tooth at immunity, because I don't want him to stay any longer then he has to. He's overstayed his welcome." - En-Tee-I
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"Come on in guys!"
The remaining survivors entered the challenge area.
"Guys ready for today's immunity challenge?"
Everyone nodded excitedly.
"I'll take immunity back from you, Thane."
Thane did so.
"For today's challenge, from Survivor Virmire, out in the water, you will grab onto a bar, hold yourself underneath, and stay there for as long as you can. Sounds simple, but it's not. As time goes on, the tide will rise, and you will have little room to breathe. You will have to squeeze your lips between the bars to get air. If you can't take it, you're out. Last person left standing, wins immunity, and is safe at the vote, along with a small twist."
Everyone got into their positions, and started to hold onto their designated bars.
"Challenge has begun."
– 30 minutes in... –
En-Tee-I seemed to be having a little bit of difficulty holding on, while Kratos, JD, and Zola looked the least comfortable. The most comfortable were Raine, Ren, and Mordin, who won this challenge in Virmire.
– 1 hour in... –
Just then, two players came up.
"With that, JD and Zola are out of this challenge. We're down to 9."
Zola shook her head, while JD shrugged a little. Stephen and Thane were starting to become a little uneasy as the tide started to rise.
– 1 hour, 30 minutes in... –
Then two more dropped out.
"Stephen is out, as is En-Tee-I. We're down to seven players."
Stephen looked a little upset, taking a seat next to Zola and JD, while En-Tee-I started to meditate. Ren now was beginning to struggle, along with Sweet Tooth. Kratos was fighting his urges to let go. Mordin was asleep.
– 2 hours in... –
Two more dropped out.
"Kratos is finally out, as is Sweet Tooth. Moving down the ladder we're down to five."
Kratos and Sweet Tooth both looked annoyed as they took a seat. Harry was surprisingly doing quite well, but so was Raine.
– 2 hours, 30 minutes in... –
The tide was now covering everyone's faces. This made three more players drop out.
"Just like that Mordin, Thane, and Ren are all out. We're down to the last remaining Seashell members; Raine Sage and Harry Solomon."
It didn't take long for the last person to drop out.
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"And just as I say that, Raine is out. HARRY WINS IMMUNITY!"
Everyone cheered for Harry.
"Great work today, Harry! You are safe from the vote tonight, and you also have a small note to read."
Harry opened the note, and read it aloud, "Please send someone to Exile Island, where they will stay overnight as your tribe heads to tribal council to vote someone off."
Almost all of Viva La Resistance rolled their eyes when they heard that.
"Who are you sending?"
"Why Sweet Tooth of course! He needs a break from tribal council!" chuckled Harry.
Sweet Tooth nodded his head, and took a map from Jeff as he left.
"Sweet Tooth will be back in the morning as you return from tribal. Tonight, another player will be leaving the game. We'll find out who that'll be, so see you all tonight."
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Exile Island Day 22
Sweet Tooth arrived at the old Totakeke beach and shelter. Nothing much has changed since Totakeke was dissolved.
"Welcome home indeed.." chuckled Sweet Tooth, looking at the old blue flag.
"Harry sent me here, saying I needed a break. It's fine, so no hard feelings towards Harry. My move last night might've drawn unwanted attention my way, so it's good to get out of the spotlight." - Sweet Tooth
Sweet Tooth really didn't do a whole lot, so he simply laid in the shelter for the night, hoping things weren't too chaotic when he returned.
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Superstar Day 22
Viva La Resistance was talking in the jungle. They were discussing a new vote.
"Well, that sucks," muttered Zola, "But we're not gonna let that ruin us, okay? I know we made a deal with Rustic, and while it sucks, we're just gonna turn on them."
En-Tee-I nodded, "That is for the best. After all, Kratos might've turned against us anyway."
"Both Harry and Sweet Tooth are safe tonight. That just isn't right, but there isn't much we can do about it, so we'll just have to go with the flow. So tonight, one of the members of Rustic will be sent home tonight." - En-Tee-I
"Gather intel if possible, and just stay calm. Freak out, get nervous, and we're doomed." encouraged Mordin. Both Zola and En-Tee-I nodded at him, before they exited the jungle.
Meanwhile, Kratos, Raine, Ren, and JD were all talking in the shelter.
"What do you guys think?" asked Raine, looking at everyone, "Should we use the idol? Or hope that Zola and Mordin aren't tricking us?"
Ren nodded, "Sweet Tooth isn't here, Raine! I think we had a deal in place if he wasn't safe. Since he is, we need to use that idol!"
"I have the idol in my pocket, and Kratos has another one. Lemme give it to you straight, I'm playing MY idol tonight. I don't trust that we're all safe, because we're not." - Ren
"Perhaps we could sweeten the deal?" suggested Kratos, "By convincing them to vote off Stephen? If I'm correct, Stephen is aligned with Sweet Tooth? They've been on the same tribe for quite some time."
Raine nodded, "I think that's a good idea. If it works out, we're down one less strategist against us. We don't need Ben Tan's student in the game. His legacy is something to be feared."
Ren rolled his eyes at that, laying down in the shelter, facing away.
"Then that's what we'll do then," nodded JD, "We'll write down Stephen on the parchment. Hopefully, Zola, Mordin, and En-Tee-I hold true to their word."
"Tonight, we're voting for Stephen. He's a good kid, but if he's allied with Sweet Tooth, it's just something we have to do in order to survive." - Kratos
By the beach, Stephen, Thane, and Harry were talking.
"All four Rustics have good reasons to vote them off," explained Stephen, "Raine's won the game, Ren's just obnoxious, Kratos is a strong leader, and JD is great in challenges. It's a tough vote, as I don't know who's the biggest threat out of all four."
Thane nodded, coughing a little before saying something, "My choice would be between Kratos or JD. Quite the pair, if I may say."
"If I had my choice tonight, obviously we should vote off either JD or Kratos. The pair was a strong one in Redemption Island, and a pair that strong needs to be broken up." - Thane
"Just give me the word, and that's what'll go on the piece of paper!" smiled Harry cheerfully.
Stephen sweat dropped, and nodded, "Fine. I guess we'll just vote off..."
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The Superstar tribe entered tribal council.
"We'll now bring in the first member of the jury..."
"Senel, voted out at the last tribal council."
Senel was wearing a black jacket with matching jeans. He nodded at the remaining contestants.
"Last night was a big vote, and it summoned the purple rock. Something that has never happened at the first merge tribal. En-Tee-I, will tonight's vote be as big?" asked Jeff.
"I don't really think so. The first vote was big because it was going to show who would be loyal, and who wasn't. It was clear where everyone stood last night." replied En-Tee-I.
"Mordin, how do you vote tonight?" asked Jeff.
"Voting for a threat. Too many threats in this tribe. Would even consider myself a threat, being a former winner." replied Mordin.
"Ren, you seem very anxious tonight. Tell me whats on your mind, buddy." stated Jeff.
"I'll tell you what's on my mind. Too many eediots on this tribe! I'm tellin' ya Jeff, these are not the ultimate players you were hoping for." replied Ren.
Ren got looks from several players.
"Big statement right there." noted Jeff.
Ren nodded, smirking.
"Thane, if it's you tonight, you will leave the game with your head up high?" asked Jeff.
Thane nodded.
"Of course, Jeff. If I'm out of the game tonight, I obviously did something wrong, and I did not amend for it." replied Thane.
"JD, any last words before we go into the vote?" asked Jeff.
JD shrugged.
"I guess I have to say... don't vote me out?" chuckled JD.
Several others laughed with him.
"With that said, it is time to vote, En-Tee-I, you're up."
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Kratos' Vote: Ben Tan's student holds much promise in this game. That, to me, is a big reason to vote you off. (Stephen)
Stephen's Vote: Nothing personal, buddy. I just got to keep my ass in the game. (?)
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"If anybody has the hidden immunity idol and you would like to play it, now would be the time to do so."
Nobody did anything. That is, until Ren stood up, with a smirk.
"I think I oughta do something about the vote." smirked Ren, walking up to Jeff with his immunity idol. Raine was a little dumbstruck, wondering why Ren would play it when he was most likely not the target, while JD and Kratos were stunned to find that out.
"The rules of Survivor state, that if someone plays the hidden immunity idol, all votes cast against the person will not count, and the person with the second most votes will go home. This is an idol, any votes cast against Ren, do not count."
"Okay, 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, Stephen. (He nodded.)
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Stephen. Two votes Stephen.
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Stephen. Three votes Stephen.
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Stephen. Four votes Stephen. (Kratos looked over at Ren, hoping they voted for him.)
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JD. One vote JD. (Ren's mouth gaped open, while JD rolled his eyes.)
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JD. Two votes JD, four votes Stephen.
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JD. Three votes JD, four votes Stephen.
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JD. We're tied, four votes JD, four votes Stephen. (JD gathered his things, knowing he had no hope.)
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JD. That's five votes JD, four votes Stephen.
Tenth person voted out of Survivor Ultimates, and the second member of our jury, JD. That's six, that's enough, you need to hand me your torch.
JD shook his head, sighing, "I said don't vote me out tonight. Ah well, who listens anyway. Good luck to everyone."
"JD, the tribe has spoken."
He snuffed out his torch.
"Time for you to go."
JD gave a wave to everyone before leaving the area.
"Seems he didn't see that one coming. The idol was apparently used, but turned out, wasn't needed for tonight. That is what makes Survivor what it is... complicated and unpredictable. Grab your torches, and head on out. Good night."
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JD's Final Words
"Well, I really wasn't expecting that tonight. I don't think the original Totakeke tribe trusted us, so why even make the deal in the first place? I mean come on, man. Whatever, Kratos still has the idol, so as long as the three of them play it smart, they'll be just fine. Adios Survivor, it's been a blast."
VOTE
JD – Zola, Thane, En-Tee-I, Stephen, Mordin, and Harry
Stephen – JD, Raine, Ren, and Kratos
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Superstar Day 23
Sweet Tooth was already back at camp when the tribe returned from tribal council. He nodded at JD's elimination, not surprised at all.
"The original Rustic tribe appears to be the targets for the next several days, and according to Harry, they wasted the immunity idol on Ren. However, I don't feel secure. I want to see what happens if me and Harry don't have protection." - Sweet Tooth
While they were setting their torches against the trees, Raine approached Ren, and smacked him upside the head.
"Ouch! Okay, okay, Raine!" stammered Ren, "I thought I was the target! Jeez!"
"Just be thankful Kratos still has Senel's, otherwise our games would've been over." said an annoyed Raine.
"Ren, I don't know what was going through your head when you played that idol. While you were the first Hapino voted off at the merge back on Redemption Island, that didn't mean you were the biggest threat." - Raine
"Well, what the hell do we do now?" muttered Ren, rubbing the back of his head.
Raine sighed, "We're just going to have to use the idol wisely. Kratos is a smart man, and I believe he'll make the right decision."
Just then, Kratos approached them, overhearing Raine and Ren's conversation.
"Yes, that is best. One small crack, and they will tear eachother apart, just like what happened to Nokowawa." said Kratos, looking at Raine.
"Ren having an idol was a surprise, and a waste of our time, as it accomplished nothing for the alliance. With no one to trust, we're going to have to rely on our instincts in order to use the idol on the right player." - Kratos
Raine nodded, "I agree. I would say trusting En-Tee-I, but I believe he's chosen his side already."
"#%$$ En-Tee-I," stated Ren, rolling his eyes, "It's just the three of us. The Three Rebels! The eediots will go down for this!"
Both Raine and Kratos sweat dropped at Ren slightly.
"I'm just worried about using the idol, and then all of a sudden it's used on the wrong person, and then in the next 3 tribal councils, Ren, myself, and Kratos are all out the door, one by one." - Raine
Meanwhile, Harry, Sweet Tooth, Thane, and Stephen were all talking in the jungle.
"As of right now," explained Stephen, "We're all in great positions. Kratos, Ren, and Raine out the door, and then the 3 Totakekes. Nothing can go wrong from here."
Thane nodded, "Indeed. I highly suggest we vote off Kratos first. He is, or seems to be, the leader of the Rustic group."
"You know what, as this game goes along, I don't know where I want my loyalty to lie with. I don't trust Harry or Sweet Tooth, but at the same time, I think they'll both lose at the final tribal council, if that challenge means anything. Thane and I will steamroll them." - Stephen
"But Ren's just a big meanie!" whined Harry, crossing his arms.
Sweet Tooth shrugged, "I'd say Kratos or Raine, as a matter of fact. Raine has won the game before, and if we don't do anything right now, she could win again."
"That makes sense, actually." nodded Thane, looking over at Sweet Tooth.
Sweet Tooth crossed his arms, "And the fact that their idol is gone is a good thing. We can do as we please, and just vote them off one by one."
"Right now, I'd say everything's going pretty good for ol' Harry. Why you say that? Well because we're eliminating the enemy alliance, and just like in Aquatic Ruin with the Upolu tribe, it's going to go by so fast... you'd hardly even noticed they were here." - Harry
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Superstar Day 23
While En-Tee-I was out meditating, Mordin and Zola were sitting in the shelter.
"I feel like we marked our feet in the sand," noted Zola, looking to Mordin, "But really we had no choice."
Mordin nodded, "Indeed. Will need to do damage control."
"We turned on the Rustic alliance last night, but only because Sweet Tooth and Harry were immune for the vote. I have a bad feeling that Kratos, Raine, and Ren will possibly get them against us." - Zola
Zola laid down in the shelter, shaking her head, "Worst case scenario, Kratos tells Sweet Tooth, and we're gonna be voted out."
"We fight. Fight hard, Zola." replied Mordin, "Rustic needs to be eliminated one by one."
Zola shrugged, nodding, "I'm gonna attempt to talk to Kratos if it's gonna come down to that. Sweet Tooth is too big of a threat to stay around."
"Good idea. That is best." agreed Mordin, also laying down.
"JD voted off last night. Not good for Viva La Resistance, but had no choice. Main target still Sweet Tooth, but will need to get numbers." - Mordin
Zola looked over at Mordin, "You talk with Raine, and I'll talk with Kratos. Ren is too unstable to convince. Talking to someone with common sense and a logical brain is worth it."
"Will do." replied Mordin. With that said, both Mordin and Zola left the shelter in search of Kratos and Raine.
Within moments, Mordin and Zola found Kratos and Raine by the beach. Even though they wanted them alone, they decided to talk to them at the same time.
"May we speak for a moment?" asked Mordin, sitting down next to Raine.
Kratos shrugged, "Go right ahead."
"Mordin and Zola approached us while we were down by the beach. Quite frankly, if they're here to apologize, I want to hear none of it." - Kratos
"While we were aware Stephen was with Sweet Tooth, he wasn't our target. We want Sweet Tooth and Harry out. They're the bigger threats." explained Zola.
Raine looked over at Zola, raising an eyebrow, "So that means you could just vote JD off without warning?"
Mordin rolled his beady eyes, "Like we would say that to you."
"I'm not one for apologies. Kratos, Ren, and I know that no matter what we're dead in the water, even if we help them vote Sweet Tooth off. Why bother in the first place?" - Raine
"What do you suggest then?" asked Kratos, suspiciously.
"If he's not safe, we vote for Sweet Tooth," suggested Zola, "If not Sweet Tooth, then Harry. I'm telling you, if you keep him, he will do a lot of damage."
"I'm not sitting around, allowing Sweet Tooth to walk freely and stab us in the back whenever he likes. He's done that to Dexter, and now to me. I'm ready to fight." - Zola
"We will see after the challenge is over. After all, anything can change." noted Kratos.
Both Mordin and Zola nodded, a tad worried.
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"Come on in guys!"
The remaining survivors entered the challenge area.
"Guys ready for today's immunity challenge?"
Everyone nodded excitedly.
"I'll take immunity back from you, Harry."
Harry did so.
"For today's challenge, from Survivor Aquatic Ruin, you will be working together in groups of five, which will go into our twist at the end of the challenge. Rules of the challenge, we are going back to the past. One person will be suspended via a rope above the ocean. The others will try and hold onto them for as long as possible. Every 30 minutes, one person must drop out. Last team standing wins immunity and reward."
"Before I get to the reward, the losing team will be the only ones going to tribal council tonight. Only 5 of you will see me tonight. The winning team will spend tribal council night in a luxurious mansion, watching videos from home. However, there is more to say, which I'll get into that after the challenge. Let's pick teams!"
Team 1: Thane, En-Tee-I, Mordin, Sweet Tooth, & Ren
Team 2: Stephen, Harry, Raine, Kratos & Zola
"Alright, we have our teams! Harry and Ren are respectively the suspended tribe members. The others must hold on for dear life! Challenge has begun!"
– 30 minutes in... –
Team 2 was so far doing a better job at holding onto their suspended tribe member. Kratos and Zola were fighting hard. For Team 1, they were a little weaker, despite having a lighter tribe member.
"Time to let someone drop out."
Mordin and Raine chose to drop out of the challenge.
– 1 hour in... –
Both tribes were still in it to win it. Sweet Tooth, Kratos, and Zola were the stars of the challenge, holding on as hard as they could.
"Time to let another player drop out."
En-Tee-I and Stephen chose to drop out of the challenge.
– 1 hour, 30 minutes in... –
Thane was the reason Team 1 was lacking. Sweet Tooth was a lot stronger then he was, but Thane's weaker bones and muscle were holding them back. Kratos and Zola still held on.
"Time to let one more player drop. This will leave one player to do all the work until the challenge is over."
Thane and Zola dropped out, leaving Sweet Tooth and Kratos to battle it out.
– 2 hours in... –
Soon, one player dropped out...
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...Ren was dipped into the ocean after Sweet Tooth let go.
"There goes Ren! THE TEAM OF KRATOS, ZOLA, STEPHEN, RAINE, AND HARRY WINS REWARD AND IMMUNITY!"
All of Team 2 hugged and cheered.
"Great work today, Team 2! You all are safe tonight, and will not have to attend tribal council... except for one of you. Team 1, talk amongst yourselves, and pick someone from the losing tribe to not partake in the reward, and instead join you at tribal council."
After some talk, Ren turned to Jeff, "We'll take Raine. Sorry."
Raine nodded, and joined up with Team 1, a little sad at not getting to see her brother.
"Raine, you will go to tribal council tonight, but you are still safe at the vote, wearing the necklace. Harry, Zola, Stephen, and Kratos, you will be spending the rest of the day and night in a very luxurious mansion. Enjoy yourselves! The rest of you, I will see at tribal council, where another jury member will be named. See you then."
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Reward Night 23
Zola, Stephen, Harry, and Kratos arrived at the mansion, all impressed with what was inside.
"Holy #%$%! This place is awesome!" smiled Stephen.
"Last season, I didn't get to go to the mansion. I was stuck at tribal council. At least I get to enjoy a video from home and see my sister and my niece." - Stephen
Kratos had a worried look on his face, knowing exactly that he still had the idol, and had no time to hand it to Raine or Ren. But regardless, he tried to enjoy himself.
"I still have the idol in my pocket... a little mad at myself for not sneaking it to Ren or Raine, but... I hope that somehow, someway, they pull a move, and survive." - Kratos
While everyone was taking their showers, Stephen had finished first, and was sitting in his bathrobe in the living room. His eyes saw a note on the table. Stephen knew exactly what it was, and he immediately pocketed it.
Soon, everyone had taken a shower, and joined up in the living room. Zola took the videotape that was located on the television, and they started to watch the videos.
In the videos were Harry's alien family, Kratos' son, Zola's family and the King of her kingdom; Jibral, and Stephen's sister and niece.
"Oh how I love this reward! Boy it brings back memories of Aquatic Ruin, as I saw my family on the TV before while in the mansion. I'm awesome, I know." - Harry
"This was a great reward, being able to see my family. I know it wasn't physical, but their words of courage are enough to push me forward and to win against the odds." - Zola
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Superstar Day 24
Mordin and En-Tee-I were talking. En-Tee-I, while meditating the other day, had been thinking hard about the game.
"I have a new idea, Mordin... and I know I'll regret this... but I think we need to keep Sweet Tooth around," explained En-Tee-I, "After we voted JD off, there's no way we're gonna become flippers back and forth. We're sticking to the plan."
Mordin eyed En-Tee-I carefully, before nodding, "Fair enough. Do we have the numbers to get Ren off?"
"Us, Sweet Tooth, and Thane. Boom. There we go." replied En-Tee-I.
"This is crazy, and I might regret it, but we need to keep Sweet Tooth around. I don't want my game to be revolved around flipping back and forth, back and forth. No. No. Not happening. I'm smarter then that." - En-Tee-I
"Just remain calm Mordin," said En-Tee-I, "And we'll be just fine."
Mordin nodded, and they went on their way.
Meanwhile, Raine, Ren, and Sweet Tooth were talking.
"I've got news for you, buddy!" smirked Ren, "And you're gonna flip when you hear it!"
"Tonight, we're gonna vote for En-Tee-I tonight, and take the eediot out! How are we gonna do it? Well, by getting Sweet Tooth to turn on them, and reveal to him their plans." - Ren
Sweet Tooth crossed his arms, eyeing Ren, "Do share..."
"Your former Totakeke members were planning to vote you or Harry off at the last tribal council," explained Raine, "But since you weren't, they voted JD off. You were lucky Harry saved you."
Sweet Tooth's face shifted slightly, but they didn't notice due to his mask.
"According to Raine and Ren, Totakeke was going to vote me off, and I can only assume why. I tried to get Zola out, and since it failed, I believe they were after me." - Sweet Tooth
"We're going to be voting for En-Tee-I tonight," stated Ren, "If you do the same, and get Thane on board, we're good to go! You could get revenge!"
"Intriguing, I must say..." replied Sweet Tooth.
"It's better to pull the move before they pull it themselves..." warned Raine.
Sweet Tooth nodded, and told them he would go with them. A little while later, he spoke with Thane in the jungle.
"Voting out En-Tee-I is a good move, in my book. He's a smart player, he's good at challenges, and he's very well after me, and I got to get him, before he gets me." - Sweet Tooth
"En-Tee-I and the other Totakekes were coming after me, according to Raine and Ren," explained Sweet Tooth, "So... if I wasn't safe, I would probably be gone right now. Tonight, we should vote En-Tee-I. It's the best move right now."
Thane shook his head, "I'm going to be honest with you. I'm not going to. I mean no harm at all, I just feel like En-Tee-I is loyal to us, and... well... Ren isn't. Ren won't keep you aroun-"
"Neither will En-Tee-I!" argued Sweet Tooth, "That's what makes this difficult."
"If you vote En-Tee-I, you will force the rocks, and that could end up in your own elimination. Just saying." warned Thane, rather sternly.
"Sweet Tooth will regret voting En-Tee-I. The rocks will be pulled, and it's a 2-1 chance that it'll be me or him. If he wants to stay and play, he needs to vote for Ren." - Thane
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The Superstar tribe entered tribal council.
"We'll now bring in the members of the jury..."
"Senel,"
Senel was wearing a blue jumpsuit.
"And JD, voted out at the last tribal council.
JD was wearing a blue shirt and black jeans. He raised an eyebrow when he didn't see most of the tribe.
"Tonight, with four members enjoying reward, things could very well change the game. Thane, how will this vote change the game?" asked Jeff.
Thane shrugged.
"I don't really think it will change the game. However, I do believe if a certain thing happens, we could have a very unpredictable vote. I beg everyone here to make the right decision." replied Thane.
Sweet Tooth was silent, before nodding.
"Raine, you are safe tonight, but it seems like original Rustics are in trouble, based on previous votes. Worried for Ren?" asked Jeff.
Raine nodded.
"Of course I am. Although if he does go, he'll have a lesson to learn. He did waste his idol at the last tribal council." replied Raine.
Ren rolled his eyes.
"Ren, if it's you tonight, shocked?" asked Jeff.
"Not shocked. Pissed is the word I'm looking for. I'm not ready to go yet! I'm here to win and play!" replied Ren.
"Okay, it is time to vote, En-Tee-I, you're up."
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En-Tee-I's Vote: Only one we can vote for tonight. I'm sorry Ren. (Ren)
Raine's Vote: I'm sorry. This is a new game, as you stated. (En-Tee-I)
Sweet Tooth's Vote: Thane's right. I need to make the right decision. That, tonight, is you. (?)
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"If anybody has the hidden immunity idol and you would like to play it, now would be the time to do so."
Nobody did anything.
"Okay, 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, Ren. (He nodded, annoyed.)
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Ren. Two votes Ren.
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En-Tee-I. One vote En-Tee-I, two votes Ren. (He wasn't fazed at all.)
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En-Tee-I. We're tied, two votes En-Tee-I, two votes Ren.
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Ren. Three votes Ren, two votes En-Tee-I, one vote left. (Thane and Ren both looked at Sweet Tooth.)
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Eleventh person voted out of Survivor Ultimates, and the third member of our jury, Ren. That's four, and it's enough, you need to hand me your torch.
Ren was fuming, shaking his head as he angrily gave up his torch to Jeff.
"Ren, the tribe has spoken."
He snuffed out his torch.
"Time for you to go."
Ren gave everyone the finger before leaving.
"Another Rustic bites the dust, and it seems like this might continue on for the next several tribal councils. Who knows what will happen, though. Grab your torches, and head on back. Good night."
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Ren's Final Words
"What the hell, Sweet Tooth? You eediot! They're coming after you anyway, so you'll regret your decision to vote me out. Yeah, guess it was pretty dumb of me to waste my idol at the last tribal, I would still have it right now, and En-Tee-I would be out! Go Raine, win this thing again!"
VOTE
En-Tee-I – Raine and Ren
Ren – Thane, Sweet Tooth, En-Tee-I, and Mordin
Down to nine players, and we're getting down to the wire. We have 4 episodes left in the season, including the finale! Hyppppeeee!