Previously on, Survivor,

Zod went off on Vyse for betraying the Espada alliance when he voted off Bree. Vyse fought back, stating to Zod that he did what he needed to do, and recommended that Zod did not do the same thing. The La Flor tribe was convinced that Vyse was now on their side.

Over at Libertad, Lobo lost an arm battling a shark he had been hunting for days. Even though it would grow back, Lobo's tenacity was well respected amongst the tribe.

On Day 22, the two tribes merged into the Verde Lima tribe. With 5 original La Flor, and 5 original Espada, it was certainly anybody's game to win, or to lose.

Many things happened the first day as new tribes. For one thing, Fluttershy and NiGHTS talked about the game, and Fluttershy let loose that Mega Man was at the bottom, and that she had no reason to betray La Flor. In addition, Espada hoped to use that information against La Flor at a later date, whilst hoping Zod didn't flip. Meanwhile, La Flor targeted Lobo and Zod first.

At the immunity challenge, Galaxo, Kitana, and Mega Man moved onto the final round, but Galaxo came out on top when Mega Man threw the challenge, and Kitana struggled.

Before tribal council, the plan was simple for both tribes; Espada was voting Mega Man, La Flor was voting Zod. La Flor's plan was Vyse flipping on Zod, and if that seemed unlikely, they would trick Zod into joining them, making the vote 5-4-1, and ousting Zod. However, Fluttershy blew that plan out of proportion when she told Zod.

At tribal council, Zod did not flip to La Flor, and stuck to Espada's plan. This caused a 5-5 tie as Espada planned. In the end, Lobo drew the purple rock, causing him to be eliminated from the game, and become the first member of the jury. Now with Espada's life in jeopardy, can they turn things around? Tonight, two players are going home! 9 are left, who'll be voted out tonight?

Final 9: Fluttershy, Galaxo, Garrus, Kitana, Mega Man, NiGHTS, Stryker, Vyse, and Zod

Jury: Lobo

– – – – –

Verde Lima Day 25

With Lobo out of the game, the La Flors knew this game was in their hands, while for Espada, it was mostly over for them.

"We overcame many odds in this game, but now it doesn't seem like any of us will get our shot to win now. I am thankful Zod didn't betray us, but still, it's not a good feeling when you know you're at the bottom of the totem pole." - NiGHTS

"Well last night didn't go as expected, but as luck may have it Lobo drew the rock, and La Flor leads one man up of Espada. These are good odds in our favor, and all that's left is to sweep the rest off, and we'll be in the Final 5." - Garrus

The four remaining members of the original Espada tribe sat around the glowing fire. Zod had his back turned to them, arms behind his back. NiGHTS had her head in her hands, Vyse wasn't that happy, and Stryker just seemed frustrated.

"Well, we can mope about it all we want," sighed Stryker, "But none of us are quitters, that much is true. Besides, we have a backdoor in Mega Man. If he can see the light, it's not over."

"He's our only hope. Otherwise we'll be booted back to back to back to back." muttered NiGHTS.

"I wanted Vyse out last night, however, I knew better then that. Once Fluttershy told me I was the target, if I had wrote Vyse's name down, I would have been voted out! Doesn't matter now, I should've just done that instead. Lobo's gone, and I'm now the biggest threat left on the island! They'd be fools to not vote me off!" - Zod

Zod shook his head, "Pity too... they're practically handing this game to Kitana and Garrus. None of the other three stand a chance, the poor souls! Are they stupid?"

Stryker shrugged, "Blind maybe, but not stupid. You have a point there, Zod."

"If the whole thing with Mega Man doesn't work," explained Vyse, "We might have to start throwing one of them under the bus... maybe if we light a fire underneath them... we can ruin both of their chances. Get one to turn on the other, that one goes home, and the one who stays loses a jury vote or two."

"It's Day 25, so there's plenty of time to play the game, and get back to the top. Last season, I was at the bottom, but never got a chance to fight because I was out before I could do anything. Now? There's plenty of things we can do to fight, and we have to try them all." - Vyse

NiGHTS nodded, "That would be for the best. I will still work on, and bond with Fluttershy. Every little bit helps."

Both Stryker and Vyse nodded at her words, while Zod just shrugged it off.

Meanwhile, Garrus and Kitana were walking through one of the dirt paths on the island. They were filling water jugs from the water well.

"Last night was the best thing that could have happened to us," noted Kitana, "With Lobo gone, they lost a great amount of strength."

Garrus nodded, "Exactly. Now, what do you suggest the boot order be from here on out?"

"Last night, La Flor took the numbers advantage when Lobo pulled the rock, and now it's a foregone conclusion that someone from my tribe, La Flor, will be crowned the Sole Survivor of this game. I would like that person to be me, and I believe I stand a fair shot if I play honorably." - Kitana

"Zod has to go next no matter what," explained Kitana, "Then we need to break up that Vyse and NiGHTS duo."

"That's what I was thinking. Stryker's stronger, but a duo is a duo no matter what." nodded Garrus.

"Now that La Flor has the numbers, I know I can't keep Stryker around much longer. I do want to honor my loyalty to him by keeping him around as the last Espada to leave. I'm just lucky that the duo of NiGHTS and Vyse is much more apparent at the moment." - Garrus

Kitana nodded, dipping one of the water jugs in the well to fill it up, "Let me ask you something... once they're all gone... you, me, Galaxo in the Final 3? Mega Man leaves at 5, Fluttershy leaves at 4 as she requested. I want to take the strongest to the end. I find it much fairer that way. I'd rather win against someone like you, Garrus, then someone like Fluttershy."

"Is that so, huh? Well I respect that decision, Kitana," smiled Garrus with a nod, "And I will accept that offer for the Final 3. It's us three to the end, and I will not break that promise."

"Good. And hey, even if this becomes a Final 2?" suggested Kitana, "You and me. Done deal."

Garrus nodded, and shook Kitana's hand firmly.

"While I respect Kitana's wish to take me to the end, I'm here to win the damn game. As much as I like her idea to win against someone strong rather then someone weak, I need to take the competition out. I'll take an ass whooping for betraying her, but at least I played the game to win. Not to lose." - Garrus

– – – – –

Verde Lima Day 25

Down by the water, Vyse was watching Mega Man use his harpoon arm to catch fish.

"Who needs Lobo anyway?" joked Vyse, watching Mega Man, "We have someone like you around to catch the fish."

"This morning, after everything had settled down from the night before, we cooked Lobo's shark, and had ourselves some delicious shark for breakfast. I'd say it was in honor of Lobo, and his battle with the shark. An hour or two later, I wanted to learn how to fish, to sort of take his spot. But I saw Mega Man and his harpoon? No questions asked." - Vyse

Mega Man chuckled a little, "Well, I doubt I can reel in a shark like Lobo could, but it's quick and painless!"

"I never really thought much about robots prior to you... but now I think they're awesome!" smiled Vyse, giving the blue boy a thumbs up.

"Vyse and I do share a lot in common. We're the youngest left in the tribe, we both come from the same season, and he shares my will to win, and he'll never give up just like I wouldn't. But all of that combined makes him a big threat to win this game. With La Flor in numbers, we should take a closer look at Vyse, and think if it's worth keeping him around." - Mega Man

Mega Man smiled at Vyse, before reeling in a few fish. He then tossed them back out to sea. He wasn't out catching fish, he was mostly just showing off his arm to Vyse.

After a little bit of silence, Vyse spoke up, "I wanted to come to you with a proposition. Fluttershy told NiGHTS a few days ago that she wasn't at the bottom, but you were."

Mega Man was a little shocked, "Huh.. really?"

Vyse nodded, "Yeah. So once we're all gone.. and you don't win immunity, you're fifth place. Do you really want to settle with that? Or would you like a Final 3 deal with me and NiGHTS?"

"With us, Mega Man has a greater chance! Zod's going the minute we get a chance, and then we'll vote off Stryker, taking Mega Man into the Final 3. This is a smart move on my and NiGHTS' part, as hopefully Mega Man will burn bridges with the jury so that he becomes the goat, allowing NiGHTS or I to claim victory." - Vyse

"Well that seems... to be the better offer." noted Mega Man.

"Just think about it, Mega Man," noted Vyse, "This can make the difference in placing 5th, or placing 3rd or better."

"I'm going to think over this plan, because truthfully I don't know if I want to take Vyse's words for granted. Fluttershy is an honest pony, so I don't doubt what he said, but if I betray La Flor, I'll end up losing. I can see right through his ploy. Question is, do I take it? It might be my only way to reach Day 39." - Mega Man

Meanwhile, sitting around the fire, Garrus and Stryker were talking.

Stryker threw the rest of his shark bone into the fire, "That was delicious. Best meal in 25 days, right there."

"Just a shame Lobo couldn't enjoy it... like him or hate him, he deserves this meal." noted Garrus.

"In the end, Espada's going down in flames. That's all there is to it. So really, the deal between I and Garrus will have to be broken. I'm going to say my peace, end the deal, and promise Garrus my vote if he's in the end." - Stryker

"Yeah... so, well, Garrus? I think it's fair to say our little alliance is over," shrugged Stryker, "No bitterness, as La Flor won it."

Garrus nodded, "It's a shame, because trust me had you been on my team, I would bring you as far as I can."

Stryker smiled, "Thank you, that makes me feel good about myself. Listen, man, if you're sitting in the end, you have my vote. Otherwise, Kitana gets it. If neither of you are there... God help me."

"I appreciate that, Stryker." nodded Garrus, shaking Stryker's hand.

"Stryker deserves to be here, so if that's what he wishes, he'll be here until there's no one left from his tribe to kick off. He might be a physical threat, but I think Zod's more dangerous, as well as the pair of Vyse and NiGHTS." - Garrus

– – – – –

"Come on in guys!"

The remaining players arrived at the challenge area.

"Guys ready for today's immunity challenge?"

Everyone nodded excitedly.

"I'll take back immunity from you, Galaxo."

Galaxo did so.

"For today's challenge, you are going to balancing on a balance beam. While you are doing that, you will hold a wooden bow, with a ball balancing on top. If you fall off the beam, or the ball falls off the bow, you're out of the challenge. Last person left standing wins immunity, and will be safe at the vote tonight."

"But there is a twist to this challenge. If you choose not to compete, if immunity is not important to you? You can sit out, and have a feast on cheeseburgers, wine, and beer. If you wish to eat, you may step off the mat."

None of the Espada members got off their mat. All five La Flor members spoke quietly to one another. Afterwards, all of them minus Garrus stepped off the mat.

"The ones sitting out are Fluttershy, Mega Man, Kitana, and Galaxo. Garrus, why not you?"

Garrus shrugged, "Someone has to compete today for the La Flor tribe. I'll take one for the team as food isn't that important to me."

"Alright then, you four can go sit at the table. Garrus, NiGHTS, Zod, Vyse, Stryker? Get into position."

Everyone else got situated on their perches.

"This challenge is on... and you guys over there can start eating and drinking."

– 10 minutes in... –

Vyse and Garrus were doing well right off the bat, both focused well on winning.

NiGHTS and Stryker were doing so-so, doing well with balancing on the beam, but keeping the ball steady was hard.

Zod was wobbling back and forth, clearly letting his frustration getting the best of him.

– 20 minutes in... –

Zod couldn't do it any longer, and dropped out.

"Zod's out of the challenge, and we're down to four players."

Vyse had a small recovery after almost losing the ball off the bow. He got back into position, and sighed of relief.

Both Stryker and NiGHTS were struggling with keeping balance in both places.

– 30 minutes in... –

Both Stryker and NiGHTS looked at eachother, then nodded. Both of them then dropped out.

"Two more players drop out in the form of Stryker and NiGHTS. We're down to Vyse and Garrus. Vakarian hasn't moved in a long time."

Just as he said that, Garrus' arm twitched a little, but recovered nicely.

– 40 minutes in... –

It was a good battle between Garrus and Vyse. Both were beginning to wobble a little, and lose their focus.

In the end...

…

…

...Vyse just couldn't do it.

"Vyse is out. VAKARIAN WINS IMMUNITY!"

Everyone clapped and cheered for Garrus.

"Even though you were the only La Flor competing, you managed to defeat all four Espada players. Great work today, Garrus, you are safe. As for the rest of you, tribal council tonight, and another player will be saying their good byes. See you tonight."

– – – – –

Verde Lima Day 25

All five members of La Flor were gathered down by the beach, discussing the vote.

Galaxo spoke up, "Alright, I think we should have the vote come down to a general consensus. Majority is the one we vote off. That seem fair?"

Kitana nodded, "I believe that will work fine, Galaxo. 3 votes or better will be our vote tonight."

"Today, Garrus won the immunity challenge, so we have open season tonight on all Espada members. We can vote any one of them off. However, I think tonight's vote is plainly obvious." - Kitana

"In favor of General Zod tonight?" asked Mega Man.

Fluttershy put her hoof up almost immediately. Garrus and Kitana followed suit.

"Looks like Zod's our target tonight," nodded Galaxo, "Zod it is."

"Tonight, we're voting off Zod, and eliminate one of the biggest threats in the game. He's the Espada leader, he's intimidating, and he needs to go tonight." - Galaxo

After agreeing for the vote, Garrus and Kitana wandered off to go do some chores. Mega Man then spoke up to Galaxo and Fluttershy about Vyse's plan, and told them everything he said. He did leave out how Vyse got that information.

Galaxo shook his head, "It's all lies, Mega Man. Truthfully, we can say this or that, but it's only Day 25. By the time they're all gone, there might be new plans, or new strategies."

Mega Man nodded, "I expected as such. I would never turn my back on La Flor. If I do leave at fifth though... that's my fate. Can't change fate."

Both Fluttershy and Galaxo nodded gently.

"The oldest trick in the book; flipping to the other side to improve your chances... obviously that wouldn't work on Mega Man. Vyse might of just earned himself a slot on the jury once Zod is gone." - Galaxo

Meanwhile, Zod was walking down one of the dirt trails, mumbling to himself.

"Had this game... had this game by the back of my fist..." muttered Zod to himself.

"It is inevitable that tonight's my last night in the Mushroom Hills. I've done all I could, and yet not one person has kneeled before Zod! By the Krypton Gods I hope they've worked their magic, because I'm not leaving without a fight!" - Zod

Eventually, Zod met up with NiGHTS and Stryker near the water well.

"I'm putting Fluttershy down on the parchment tonight," explained Zod, "And outing her for telling us everything."

NiGHTS blinked, "What? Why her? She's not the biggest threat."

Zod glared at NiGHTS, "You dare defy me? You will do as I say! If you don't then I'm going home, and you'll all be voted out next!"

"Zod insisted that we vote for Fluttershy tonight, and try and call her out in front of the whole tribe. After all, she is the one that told us who's at the bottom.. and she's also the one who saved Zod from flipping. But... we're not accomplishing anything." - NiGHTS

"NiGHTS is right, Zod," sighed Stryker, "We vote Fluttershy off tonight, but we're still at odds with them. But if you think that will work, then that's what I'm doing. I've got nothing to lose at this point."

NiGHTS shook her head, before leaving the area with a few filled canteens of water.

Meanwhile, Vyse walked down to the beach to talk with Mega Man. But before he could say anything to him, Mega Man spoke up first.

"I'm sorry Vyse, but I'm sticking to La Flor tonight. If it screws me over in the end, then that's my fault. Listen... it's in your best interest to vote Zod off tonight. There's nothing you can do to save him." explained Mega Man.

Vyse crossed his arms, "Is that so..?"

Mega Man nodded firmly.

"If Zod has to go tonight, that's fine by me, but as strange as it sounds, we need Zod right now. He's valuable to our cause. Annoying and loud, but certainly valuable." - Vyse

– – – – –

The Verde Lima tribe arrived at tribal council.

"We'll bring in the first member of the jury,"

"Lobo, eliminated at the last tribal council."

Lobo's dreads were tied into a pony tail, and he was shirtless with black jeans. In his mouth was a cigar.

"Last tribal council, Lobo drew the purple rock, and gave La Flor the advantage moving forward into the game. Fluttershy, this must be great news if you are a La Flor, right?" asked Jeff.

Fluttershy nodded.

"Yeah, um, it is. It'll be sad, since I've gotten to like most of the, um, Espada players. I told myself that it is a game, so.. I'm ready." replied Fluttershy.

"Mega Man, every tribal council we've been to, you've gotten votes. That could be a good thing, because if you tie, you're safe. Do you expect votes against you tonight?" asked Jeff.

"I don't think so. I believe there are bigger threats then myself. I understand why I was voted for, but I do not hold grudges because of such." replied Mega Man.

"Vyse, what do you do tonight? All four Espadas are vulnerable tonight, so if it's you, what do you tell your fellow tribe members?" asked Jeff.

"Well... I'd tell them to fight hard, never give up, and never surrender. I don't think I'm their target, but I've been wrong before in this game." replied Vyse.

Zod grumbled softly.

"Kitana, how do you determine the boot order from here on out?" asked Jeff.

"Basically, we've all agreed to have each and every decision until it's just us five left to be majority rules. We've chosen our target based on that, and it was a clear vote." replied Kitana.

Zod looked anxious to talk.

"Zod, before we get to the vote, I assume you have a lot to say, so let us hear it." offered Jeff.

Zod nodded, and stood up to address the other eight players.

"Listen up! Do you want to know the truth?" asked Zod, "Well, the truth is, you have a traitor in your tribe! That Fluttershy cannot be trusted! She told us everything! She told us Mega Man was at the bottom. She told me that I was the target, which is why I did not betray Espada like many expected."

Fluttershy whimpered softly, shaking her head. Galaxo and Kitana weren't too happy, while most of the Espadas looked annoyed.

"So let me make a proposition to all of you!" demanded Zod, "Vote Fluttershy off tonight! Then you won't have the honest machine around to blatantly tell off your plans and future!"

Garrus spoke up, "Now why don't you just sit down Zod. You have no room to talk, based on your actions in the last 25 days. We may not have spent one damn day together, but you have no room to talk to poor Fluttershy like that. She's trying her best to play the game, and we as La Flor have promised to help her. So sit down, grow up, and show some class."

Zod shook his head, "You do not talk to Zod like that! But whatever, I'm done with you idiots." He then sat back down. Fluttershy smiled softly at Garrus.

"Okay, it's time to vote, NiGHTS, you're up."

– – –

Fluttershy's Vote: You're one big meanie... (Zod)

Zod's Vote: I doubt anyone listened, but you're still my vote. Pathetic. (Fluttershy)

– – –

"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, Fluttershy. (She nodded.)

…

Fluttershy. Two votes Fluttershy.

…

Zod. One vote Zod.

…

Zod. Tied two votes Zod, two votes Fluttershy. (He scratched at his beard for a minute.)

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Zod. Three votes Zod, two votes Fluttershy.

…

…

Zod. That's four votes for Zod, two for Fluttershy. (He grabbed his things, sneering at everyone left.)

Tenth person voted out of Survivor Unfinished Business, and the second member of our jury, General Zod. That's five, that's plenty, you need to bring over your torch.

Zod nodded, grabbing his things, and his torch, and handing it over to Jeff.

"Zod, the tribe has spoken."

He snuffed out his torch.

"Time for you to go."

"My props go to Kitana and Garrus. Write them both a check, Probst." With that said, Zod left.

"The superhuman general himself has been voted off. With Zod out of the game, can the last three Espada members fight back? Or is it too little too late? Grab your torches, and head on back. Good night."

– – – – –

Zod's Final Words

"I've said what I needed to say, and I can only hope they take it to heart! That scoundrel Vyse! Betrayed me like I thought he would. Only two Fluttershy votes? Suspicious if you ask me! Espada stands no chance without me, and Garrus or Kitana will be walking away with the win. Good luck to them."

VOTE

Fluttershy – Zod and Stryker

Zod – Kitana, Vyse, Mega Man, Galaxo, NiGHTS, Garrus, and Fluttershy

– – – – –

Verde Lima Day 26

Fluttershy was feeling happy that Zod was finally gone from the game. Even still, she was still feeling a little bit down after having all of her mistakes being aired out.

"I just... I knew this game was terrible. Even now I feel like I let my team down. I'm just terrible at lying... it's horrible, and if I want to win, I want to do it without being a lying meanie. It's just no fun playing like that." - Fluttershy

Garrus walked over to her, and sat down beside her to give her a pep talk.

"Don't beat yourself up over what Zod said," explained Garrus, "You did nothing wrong. After all, we are still strong as a tribe, right?"

"I just... feel like I let the team down. I can't lie at all." sighed Fluttershy.

"Then you don't have to. Leave the lying to the rest of us. Makes you look good anyway." reassured Garrus, petting her mane gently.

"Fluttershy didn't deserve all that battery thrown at her by Zod. She's doing the best she can. Sure she's not the best player out here, but she's trying her damnedest. As long as I keep my La Flor Five solid and strong, there's no way we can break." - Garrus

Garrus and Fluttershy shared a little hug before Garrus left her to be by herself for the time being. He joined up with Galaxo and Kitana, who didn't look entirely happy.

"I'm just worried about Fluttershy right now. She might just screw us all in the end." muttered Galaxo.

Kitana nodded, "Exactly. She's been the most honest towards Espada. Why not go join them while you're at it?"

"I didn't believe Zod's words when he said them. But the more I thought about it, the more it made sense. Fluttershy spends time hanging out with the Espada tribe, specifically NiGHTS. Either she's playing for jury votes, or she's letting loose secrets. Probably both." - Kitana

Galaxo shook his head, "She has no shot to win this game, but that would just be Survivor suicide."

Garrus then spoke up, crossing his arms, "Now both of you calm down. I understand she made a mistake, but is it worth berating her?"

"I'm just worried about Fluttershy being too open with them," replied Kitana, "That is why I think it's a smart move, if we're going to split up Vyse and NiGHTS, to vote NiGHTS off next, and break that connection. She's tighter with NiGHTS then either Vyse or Stryker."

"That's too risky of a move," disagreed Garrus, "We vote NiGHTS off, and we keep the two players who can win individual immunity. I do like that suggestion, but she should go after Vyse. He's the dangerous one."

Galaxo didn't reply, and simply thought about it in his head.

"Vyse is a determined guy. He will do whatever it takes to win the game, and that's a fact! He tried to get Mega Man to flip, and it backfired. Then again, I'm worried about Fluttershy's loyalty and honesty towards the old Espada players. It's a tough decision right now." - Galaxo

Meanwhile, Stryker took a seat next to Vyse, whom was tending to the fire, and asked him a question.

"So uh... why the vote change?" asked Stryker, "I know you and NiGHTS voted Zod."

Vyse sighed, "Mega Man told me minutes before we left. There was no way he was staying.. no idea why NiGHTS flipped with me. Sorry that I didn't tell ya. Totally last minute."

Stryker nodded, before turning his attention to the fire.

"Right now, it's just me, Vyse, and NiGHTS. Based on how things are going, there doesn't seem to be much we can do to save ourselves. Mega Man isn't flipping, Fluttershy isn't flipping, and Garrus and Kitana are running the show, and Galaxo is letting it all happen. I hope there's a change soon." - Stryker

– – – – –

Verde Lima Day 26

NiGHTS and Fluttershy were spending time together separating mushrooms.

"I'm totally sorry if I got you into any trouble. It was never my intention." frowned NiGHTS.

Fluttershy shook her head, "Oh no, that's fine... it's more my fault honestly. I'm just a terrible liar."

"I don't like lying either, Fluttershy," sighed NiGHTS, "But I told myself it was part of the game, and I needed to do it. Reala would expect me to play tough."

"Fluttershy is doing the best she can, and she puts up with a lot of stuff. But I just feel like mentally she's breaking down. She doesn't appear to be having fun out here. I think she's just here because she doesn't want to quit. I feel bad for her, really.." - NiGHTS

Fluttershy tossed two poison mushrooms into the bad bin, and turned to look at NiGHTS, "I know... but I have you and Garrus to thank. You, um, you helped me through this game."

NiGHTS smiled at her, "Aw, well it wasn't all me. I just really want you to have a good time while you play the game. Or struggle or deal with, whatever you prefer."

"Oh, I just deal with it. My goal in this game is to get as far as I can." smiled Fluttershy softly, "I don't think I can win anyway. I mean... I would try but... I feel like Kitana... Garrus... Mega Man...? They truly deserve it more then I do."

"NiGHTS is really sweet, and really kind to me. She and Garrus are the only things keeping me from quitting this game right now. NiGHTS is, um, like my BFF out here, and Garrus is my shield. I, um, know it's not the best strategy but... I think it's the right one for me." - Fluttershy

NiGHTS nodded her head, "Well, I think you deserve it to. It's not all about strategy. It's about making friends just as much, and you have my vote. Promise."

"Oh, um... well, thank you." smiled Fluttershy, blushing slightly. She gave NiGHTS a hug, who returned it. Off to the side, Kitana was carrying a stack of wood from an opposite trail. She caught the exchange, and got a little bit suspicious.

"I've been keeping my eye on the interactions between Fluttershy and NiGHTS lately. Ever since the last tribal council, we need to keep Fluttershy loyal to our alliance. I know what she's doing, and while she can hide it with how sweet she is, it's not convincing me." - Kitana

Kitana returned to camp, and placed the wood next to Mega Man, who was using his saw arm to chop up wood.

"I need your opinion on something," asked Kitana, sitting next to him, "Any objections to voting NiGHTS off next, given she doesn't win immunity?"

Mega Man shrugged, "Well, if that's majority then of course I will. I think Vyse and Stryker are stronger, but I'm sure you have your reasons?"

Kitana nodded, "NiGHTS and Fluttershy are getting awfully close. Too close to the point that Fluttershy might let loose more information. We could have lost this advantage thanks to her."

"I know, I know.." sighed Mega Man, "And yeah you do have a point. Well, as long as we break that pair up, Vyse or NiGHTS, we're good."

"Kitana has lately gotten a little bit paranoid about Fluttershy and her closeness with NiGHTS. I don't blame her, but I feel like it's a little too early to be worrying about stuff like this, personally." - Mega Man

Kitana nodded, "As long as Galaxo agrees on NiGHTS, then that's majority. Garrus and Fluttershy want Vyse out next, so just as long as majority leans towards NiGHTS, she will be La Flor's target. I trust our alliance to stick to the promise of majority rules."

"I know. So do I." nodded Mega Man, placing the sawed wood off to the side.

– – – – –

"Come on in guys!"

The remaining players arrived at the challenge area.

"Guys ready for today's immunity challenge?"

Everyone nodded excitedly.

"I'll take back immunity from you, Garrus."

Garrus did so.

"For today's challenge, you'll compete against eachother in a series of balance competitions. There are 3 rounds. You'll face off against someone that I've randomized beforehand. In each round, you will try to knock your foe off the perch in a tug-of-war. Fall off, you're out. Winner moves on. Last person left standing wins immunity, and earns a 1 in 7 shot at winning this game. Let's get started."

Round 1 Battles

Garrus VS Fluttershy

Vyse VS Stryker

Kitana VS Mega Man

Galaxo VS NiGHTS

Garrus gave a few light tugs, wanting to go easy on Fluttershy. However, Fluttershy pulled a little too good, and pulled Garrus into the water. She won the round, while apologizing immensely to Garrus.

Vyse and Stryker weren't too happy to face off against eachother, but held strong against eachother nicely. In the end, Stryker fell in the water first, with Vyse moving on.

Kitana and Mega Man's round was the best face off thus far. Mega Man held strong against the agile Kitana, but he managed to win the round, moving on over Kitana.

NiGHTS tried her best to knock Galaxo off, knowing she had a good advantage in anything balance. However, she was caught off guard when Galaxo made one strong pull, pulling NiGHTS into the water, and moving on.

"Fluttershy, Vyse, Mega Man, and Galaxo are moving on! Next round will begin soon."

Round 2 Battles

Mega Man VS Galaxo

Fluttershy VS Vyse

Galaxo and Mega Man fought hard against eachother. But ultimately in the end, Mega Man chose not to win this challenge, falling into the water when Galaxo m.

Vyse and Fluttershy didn't have much of a battle, as Vyse pulled in Fluttershy moments after Jeff called the round start.

"Galaxo and Vyse are moving onto the final round!"

"For immunity, Survivors ready? GO!"

Galaxo didn't want to let Vyse win, as it could give Espada the momentum it needed to continue forward.

Vyse knew he might be going home if he didn't win immunity, so he fought hard against Galaxo.

In the end...

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...Vyse made one strong pull, pulling in Galaxo.

"Galaxo's out! VYSE WINS IMMUNITY!"

Everyone clapped and cheered for Vyse.

"When you needed it, you definitely earn it. Vyse wins the individual immunity necklace, and won't be going anywhere tonight. As for the rest of you, someone is going home, and you have tonight to figure out who that will be. See you all then."

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Verde Lima Day 27

Vyse wore the necklace proudly, feeling happy to have won the immunity challenge. Still, he felt a little bad, knowing that it was likely Stryker or NiGHTS were leaving next.

"There doesn't seem like much we can do tonight," sighed Vyse, "It's like our chances have been virtually stolen from us all together."

"Tonight, I'm not going anywhere, but Stryker and NiGHTS are in trouble for obvious reasons. I do feel kinda selfish for winning immunity today and keeping it for myself, but uh, that's something I got to deal with. If I give it up, I'm done. I'm done." - Vyse

"Yeah, I know right... man I wish there was something we could do. I mean, both of our options; Fluttershy and Mega Man, aren't flipping! They're completely loyal to La Flor." explained Stryker.

NiGHTS nodded, "I know... and I feel bad knowing that, because once we're gone, they'll be out next. That trio of Galaxo, Garrus, and Kitana is just too tight."

"I'm probably next anyway," sighed Stryker, shaking his head.

"Since Vyse won immunity, I think I'm going home tonight. I will be shocked if they send NiGHTS home instead, but I think there's little chances of that happening. If she leaves tonight, we might be screwed because she has the best relations with the other tribe. She could be our ticket to the top." - Stryker

Vyse shook his head, "It doesn't matter. Whichever one stays here with me, we need to fight to the top. We cannot give up. They think they have the game all wrapped up, but they're wrong. It's never over 'til it's over."

Both Stryker and NiGHTS nodded firmly, and shook Vyse's hand.

"I've done all I could to progress through this game. I played to the best of my ability, and I think I never gave up one time. I think even if tonight's my last night, Reala will be proud of how I played. Unlike him, I never had to rely on my transformations to get this far." - NiGHTS

Meanwhile, down by the beach, the La Flor Five was discussing the vote for tonight.

"Since Vyse is safe tonight, should we just go ahead and vote off NiGHTS?" suggested Kitana, "I'll put in the first vote for her."

"But um... why her? She's, well... not as strong as Stryker is..." wondered Fluttershy.

Kitana shook her head, "...Sometimes the smallest threat is sometimes the biggest threat."

"I don't want Fluttershy knowing the truth behind why I want NiGHTS off. I don't want her feeling any worse then she already feels, so hopefully tonight we can eliminate NiGHTS, and keep her loyal to the alliance from here on out." - Kitana

"I suppose your right, but like Fluttershy said, Stryker's a threat," replied Garrus, "I like the man, and I'm upset Vyse won immunity, but... we need to get rid of the competition."

Mega Man nodded his head, "So that's... one for NiGHTS, two for Stryker. I'm throwing a vote towards NiGHTS, as I think Kitana hit all the right notes with her."

Garrus nodded, and looked over at Galaxo, "Up to you now, Galaxo... who should we vote off tonight? Apparently you get the say."

Galaxo sighed, and wiped his brow a little.

"Whoever I decide, will be who La Flor votes out, so it does feel nice to be able to make a decision for once! Both NiGHTS and Stryker have pros and cons associated with them. NiGHTS is weaker, but more influential. Stryker is stronger, but unlikely to make any big moves to change the course of the game. I have to go with the right option for the La Flor tribe." - Galaxo

After a while of thinking, Galaxo agreed with a target, and with some reluctant sighing from two who didn't get their way, they agreed to the plan.

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The Verde Lima tribe arrived at tribal council.

"We'll bring in the members of the jury,"

"Lobo..."

Lobo rode in on his Space Hog, a floating spacecraft-slash-motorcycle. He parked it above the jury bench, and fell off onto his seat. He wore the same clothes as last time.

"...and Zod, voted off at the last tribal council."

Zod hopped off Lobo's bike, and sat next to him, wearing his Kryptonian battle armor. He looked irritated.

"Last time, Zod made a strong speech, and got himself the boot. Mega Man, did his speech change any outlook on the game? Or just the same old, same old?" asked Jeff.

"I think there was a little bit of discussion left and right, Jeff. I mean, you have to look at every angle of the game. If you don't you're a fool." replied Mega Man.

Zod smirked, nodding his head.

"NiGHTS, Vyse won immunity today, so you and Stryker definitely have to be feeling the heat tonight. What do you do to ensure that it's not you?" asked Jeff.

"I have to rely on my social skills at this point. I hate to campaign against Stryker, but... it's what I got to do to stay in the game." replied NiGHTS.

"Garrus, how do you determine who leaves tonight?" asked Jeff.

"Well, you have two people who are very, very different. Stryker is an honorable cop, and he's impressed me since I've met him. NiGHTS is sweet, gentle, and very smart. Both have reasons to keep, and yet reasons to eliminate." replied Garrus.

Both NiGHTS and Stryker nodded.

"Vyse, how do you vote tonight? You have to try something to make a change, right?" asked Jeff.

Vyse nodded.

"Absolutely. At this point, we're dangling on by a dandelion, and it's about to snap and all of us are gonna fall off. It's not the best feeling in the world. I'm staying tonight, so I have time. But how much, who knows." replied Vyse.

"Okay, its time to vote, Galaxo, you're up."

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Galaxo's Vote: You're an amazing competitor. Good luck out there. (?)

Stryker's Vote: Mega Man, you had a chance, and you lost it. Sorry. (Mega Man)

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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, Mega Man. (He nodded.)

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Mega Man. Two votes Mega Man.

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Mega Man. Three votes Mega Man.

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NiGHTS. One vote NiGHTS, three votes Mega Man. (She hung her head low, while Vyse and Stryker patted her shoulder.)

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NiGHTS. Two votes NiGHTS, three votes Mega Man.

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NiGHTS. Tied three votes NiGHTS, three votes Mega Man. (She nodded, placing her bag over her shoulder.)

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NiGHTS. That's four votes NiGHTS, three votes Mega Man, one vote left. (Fluttershy sighed.)

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Eleventh person voted out of Survivor Unfinished Business, and the third member of our jury, NiGHTS. That's five, that's enough, you need to hand me your torch.

NiGHTS gave hugs to Stryker, Vyse, and Fluttershy, waving goodbye to everyone as she gave her torch up.

"NiGHTS, the tribe has spoken."

He snuffed out her torch.

"Time for you to go."

NiGHTS nodded, and after one last wave, she flew off away from the area.

"Another Espada leaves the game, and this time she leaves with her head held high, and not in tears. With only two left in the game, will they simply meet their fates, or will something happen to change everything? We'll soon find out. Grab your torches, and head on back. Good night."

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NiGHTS' Final Words

"I had a fun experience this time around, compared to Prison Island. That season was just a huge mess of strategy, and back-stabs, and I just didn't have fun that time. This time, I had more fun, made more friends, and had a wonderful time. Good luck to Stryker and Vyse, as they'll need it!"

VOTE

Mega Man – Vyse, Stryker, and NiGHTS

NiGHTS – Kitana, Mega Man, Galaxo, Garrus, and Fluttershy

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