Previously on, Survivor,
Serena was trying to establish a strong alliance moving forward in the game. She approached Martian Manhunter and Zatanna about making a strong alliance to the end. By Martian Manhunter's suggestion, Serena gave some clues to Zatanna in order for her to get a second immunity idol. Meanwhile Issun had his sights set on Serena for double crossing him once more.
Later that day, Martian Manhunter and Zatanna approached Toadette about joining the new alliance. Toadette agreed, but they told her not to tell Issun, as they feared he would try to get Serena out and therefore ruining their plans. Toadette agreed to that as well, knowing it was true. Meanwhile, the alliance of Felicia, Gadget, and Hyde all agreed to add in Toadette once Issun was gone.
At the reward challenge, despite Hyde's disadvantage holding a heavier player, and Zatanna's advantage of holding a lighter player, Hyde outlasted Zatanna to win his team reward. And just as planned, Zatanna was sent to Exile Island.
On Exile Island, despite not having Orbb's help, Zatanna managed to find the hidden immunity idol once again.
During the reward, Serena told Glaceon about the plan, and Glaceon hastily agreed to the plan, knowing that it was know or never, but he feared Serena would back out like she has already. Serena also voiced her distrust of Issun.
Back at camp, Toadette told Issun that they would be aligning with Martian Manhunter and Zatanna, leaving out Glaceon and Serena's participation. Despite this, Issun still wasn't convinced he was safe. Meanwhile Gadget got Orbb caught up with the recent events.
At the immunity challenge, Toadette was the sharp shooter of the evening, earning herself individual immunity.
Before tribal council, afraid of Hyde potentially playing a hidden immunity idol, the new alliance of six all agreed to vote Orbb off, since he would least likely receive it from him. The main Maochong alliance targeted Issun as planned. Serena and Zatanna were in the middle, not wanting to vote Orbb off, and wanting to take the chance to eliminate Issun. They formed the 'Nikennef' duo, and promised eachother a spot in the Final 3.
At tribal council, the Nikennef duo stuck to the plan of blindsiding Orbb, and catching the main Maochong alliance off guard as the genderless eyeball became the third member of the jury. 9 are left, who'll be voted out tonight?
Final 9: Felicia, Gadget, Glaceon, Hyde, Issun, Martian Manhunter, Serena, Toadette, and Zatanna
Jury: Trevor, Deadpool, and Orbb
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Jiamaoru Day 28
Issun cockily returned to camp feeling very energized about staying in the game, and being in the majority.
"Hah ha! Take that Orbb! Karma sure punishes those who ask for it!" snarked Issun, arrogantly.
"That was for Shuichi, and Flaky, and everyone who took the fall because of that majority alliance! The wandering artist is back in the game, and I'm not going anywhere anytime soon, baby! I've got my alliance of four figured out, now we just gotta eliminate the rest of these dummies." - Issun
In the shelter, Gadget, Hyde, and Felicia were trying to figure out what went wrong at the last vote.
"Well... clearly we got too comfortable, I guess." sighed Felicia.
"You think? Man, Orbb didn't deserve that," muttered Hyde, "That was so cowardly too. We're larger threats then he was. Afraid of an idol being played? We had no idea you were gunning for us, you could have caught us off guard. I don't know man... I'm insulted I wasn't voted off."
"Blindsided? More then one way, man. Quite frankly, I'm insulted they didn't vote me off. It would've made them look like the geniuses, and me look like the dumbass. What they did was cowardly vote Orbb off, leaving us with some power. I think they'll regret that move, man." - Hyde
"We still have the idol, and we just have to make sure it's used on the right player." replied Gadget.
Hyde nodded, "Just leave that to me... we'll just have to use reverse psychology on these guys, man. I'll make it seem like I'm going home... and then we'll use the idol on someone else. Perfect. You two need to put your social skills to the test."
Gadget nodded, turning to look at Felicia, "Yeah... you might need to talk to Toadette and Issun about making a deal. Now or never."
"Last night, Orbb got voted out, and my alliance is put into a bad situation. Not really looking good for us, but we've still got some ammunition, and it's far from over. Hey, I'm a Rescue Ranger. We don't quit. We don't surrender. We do our job, and we save the day in the end." - Gadget
"Okie dokie," nodded Felicia, folding her arms around her legs, resting her head on them, "It just sucks we got hit that hard. We should have started playing last vote."
"And now's our chance to turn the tide in our favor." shrugged Hyde, laying down.
"Yup! But if we misuse the idol, we pretty much lost unless our deals impress the others." replied Gadget.
"So we've agreed to have Hyde not do anything except act like he thinks he's going home, while Felicia and I work some of the other players. Felicia will talk with Issun and Toadette... while I'll talk with Martian Manhunter and Zatanna. It's worth a shot, and we have time to change this game." - Gadget
Meanwhile, Serena and Zatanna were swimming in the water, talking about the previous vote.
"That was the right move, I think," said Zatanna, "It's better to make the move now before they make it first, you know?"
Serena nodded, "Exactly. Here's what I think... we try to flush the idol next... then we boot Issun?"
"We'll have to see how it plays out for us. I know you don't like him, or trust him, and trust me I don't either, but now we have bigger problems on our hands." reminded Zatanna.
Serena nodded, "Fair enough."
"Hopefully Issun appreciates our move at the last tribal council to at least believe in Glaceon and myself. But if he still doesn't it won't surprise me. Issun's been given one lucky ride since the beginning of this game, and it would not surprise me if he's sitting in the Final 3 as the goat." - Serena
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Jiamaoru Day 28
Felicia offered to take Issun and Toadette fishing early in the morning. They got into the boat, and Felicia pulled out the make shift fishing rod.
"Thanks for taking us out here, Felicia!" smiled Toadette.
"Oh it's nothing much! Hyde's feeling kind of out of it since last night, so like... I want to provide if he's too lazy to do anything!" giggled Felicia, fixing the fishing line on the rod.
Issun rolled his eyes a little, but made sure neither girl saw it.
"It's obvious Felicia took us out here to scramble her cute kitty butt out of trouble. It's not going to convince me not one no how. However... if she wants to help me take Serena out, all the more power to me." - Issun
Felicia threw the bait out into the water, and waited for some fish. Issun then spoke up, "So Felicia, why'd you bring us out here for?"
"Oh yeah! I totally forgot!" flustered Felicia, "Well, um... you see, I understand last night was a shocker to most, including myself. I don't know where I stand."
"Hate to tell you this, but you're at the bottom," replied Issun, "It'll be you, Hyde, and Gadget out the door in some order."
"And that's your best interest! But not ours, I mean like... are we really the threats right now?" asked Felicia.
"My goal is to try and convince Issun and Toadette that I'm not a threat, and neither are Hyde and Gadget. And even if we are, we're not the biggest threats. If they want a chance to get far, they need to eliminate other players." - Felicia
"The only person I would vote out before you three is Serena," explained Issun, "That's because she's a double crossing little sneak, and probably playing everyone in this game aside from Glaceon."
Felicia nodded, "Yeah, I know that much! But I don't think she's the biggest threat. I think that's Glaceon. Serena probably won't win in the Final 3... but Glaceon would. He hasn't made anyone mad at him, and he's genuinely a nice guy."
"I agree with you about Glaceon, Felicia. He has so much passion for this game, and his family. He's been a good role model for his daughter." replied Toadette.
Issun shook his head, "Yeah, yeah, but Glaceon's not making any moves. He'll be easy prey. Serena's mind moves a million times a second! I wouldn't be surprised if she flips back to you guys to vote me or Toadette off."
"Issun's completely paranoid, and if that's the truth, then maybe I can pull him and Toadette over! Serena and Glaceon are the pair to watch for right now, as one can't be trusted, and one is liked by almost everyone left in the game! That's a powerful duo!" - Felicia
Felicia thought about it as she reeled in a fish, "How about this... I will see if a Serena or Glaceon boot is possible from my side. That's who we're considering right now. Fair deal?"
Issun nodded, "Of course! But I'd rather it be Serena, otherwise likely no deal. Got that? But for now, I will shake on it!" He reached out to shake Felicia's paw. Toadette sighed to herself.
"Issun really wants Serena out, and it has me completely worried that he'll mess up our plans in the future. As much as I trust him, and want to bring him far... if I need to stop him from making a stupid move, then that's what I have to do." - Toadette
Meanwhile, deep in the jungle, Gadget was talking to the likes of Martian Manhunter and Zatanna.
"I will say this you two," chuckled Gadget, "You sure made the move well. I won't lie, we were planning to make a bold move at the Final 9. You got us good."
"At least you're appreciating our move," replied Zatanna, "Hyde's been kind of a whiner since last night."
Gadget nodded, "Yeah, he doesn't think we're going to be able to swing anyone back over..."
"Right now, my goal is to try and make it seem like Hyde doesn't have the idol... and even if it doesn't work, I think we'll be able to figure out who they're voting for anyway." - Gadget
"Every try is worth it, isn't it?" reminded Martian Manhunter.
"And that's what I told him, but to no avail is he willing to give it a try." sighed Gadget.
"That sucks for him." replied Zatanna.
"Hyde is the next one on our chopping block, so he better have that idol, otherwise he's going home. If he does have the idol and uses it, then we need to make sure the one they target is Issun or Toadette. I cannot afford to lose Serena, J'onn, or even Glaceon at this point." - Zatanna
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"Come on in guys!"
The survivors entered the challenge area.
"Welcome to the Survivor Auction! I never really got a chance to participate in one, since the only time it happened for me, I was sent to Exile with nothing! Anyway, if you see anything you want, bid on it, don't be shy!"
Everyone nodded excitedly.
"Everyone has $500 bucks, alrighty? You cannot share food, nor can you give money away unless I say it's okay, for like a double bid. Got that? With that out of the way, let's get started!"
Ben pulled out a covered item.
"It'll remain covered, because I suck." noted Ben.
"160?" called Toadette.
"Okay, Toadette starts off with a big bid, 160 bucks. Any other takers?" asked Ben.
"I've been wanting something nice for 28 days, so I hope the first is a good one!" hoped Toadette.
Seeing how that was one of the first few items, no one bothered to bid against Toadette.
"Very well, sold to Toadette for 160 bucks."
Ben lifted the lid, and it was a cheeseburger with onion rings and orange juice.
Toadette cheered happily, giving Ben the money, "Oh thank you! This will do nicely!"
Ben then revealed another hidden item.
"Next item! Hidden as usual."
"120!" called Gadget.
"140!" called Zatanna.
"160!" called Gadget.
"180!" called Zatanna.
"Zatanna currently has 180 as the bid. Any other takers?"
"200!" called Glaceon.
No one else bid for it after that.
"Once, twice, sold to Glaceon for 200 bucks."
Ben revealed what it was; a small bowl of chex mix.
Glaceon shrugged, "Oh well, I don't mind this. Thank you."
Ben then revealed the next item.
"Covered up, again. Don't worry, I have more on the way."
"300 bucks!" shouted Issun, hopping up from his seat.
Felicia giggled softly, looking over at him, "I'll compete against him. 350 bucks, Ben!"
"400 bucks!" shouted Zatanna, waving her wallet up at Ben.
"400 bucks for Zatanna. Any takers?"
No one else bothered.
"Okay, once, twice, sold to Zatanna for 400 bucks."
Zatanna walked on down, and Ben revealed a little note.
"Please read the note." asked Ben.
Zatanna unrolled the note, and read it, "Select one player to send to Exile Island, and take all of their money. No further explanation, I'll send Hyde."
Hyde rolled his eyes, and threw his wallet onto Zatanna's seat, taking a map from Ben.
"That was easy, huh? Hyde will return at the next immunity challenge. Zatanna gets all 500 bucks Hyde did not spend."
Zatanna nodded, and took the money out of Hyde's wallet and into hers. She now had 600 bucks.
Ben pulled out the next item, and uncovered it.
"I'm a big fan of steak, and right on this very plate are two Salisbury steaks, complete with vegetables, mashed potatoes, and two margaritas. You have to split money with another Survivor. Since Hyde isn't here, all eight of you will be able to bid on this one."
Felicia held up her wallet, "Gadget and I will split 320 bucks for this one, Ben!"
"320 being split between Gadget and Felicia. Is there anything higher?"
"400 bucks between myself and Toadette!" demanded Issun, while Toadette had finished her cheeseburger. She had agreed to let Issun have the steaks and drinks, and she'd have the veggies and potatoes.
"600!" shouted Felicia, hopping up in her seat, really wanting something to eat, and that steak looked oh so good for her.
Serena whispered a few things to Zatanna, before nodding, and Serena raised her hand, "1000 bucks, between Zatanna and I."
"Toadette and Issun cannot bid any higher then 1000. Felicia, Gadget, do you want to bid the same?" asked Ben.
Both girls whispered to eachother, and shook their heads.
"Very well, then. Sold to Serena and Zatanna for 1000 dollars. Enjoy ladies!"
Both girls handed 500 bucks to Ben, and took the delicious plate back. Almost immediately they started eating. Issun couldn't even look at them as it made him sick to his stomach.
"Before I reveal the next item, J'onn, why aren't you bidding? Not once have you stepped up to bid."
Martian Manhunter shook his head, "Nothing has perked my interest today. That's all I can say."
Shrugging, Ben revealed the next item.
"Time for something large. How about a chocolate cake, and it comes with a twist!"
"I call 200 on that!" shouted Toadette, ready to eat some desert as she had finished her cheeseburger.
"300!" called Felicia, standing straight up once more, excited for some chocolate cake.
Zatanna thought up to herself, before looking over at Martian Manhunter, and whispering something to him.
"Felicia holds the bid at 300 bucks. Any other takers?" asked Ben.
Martian Manhunter spoke up, "I will bid 500 for the chocolate cake."
Everyone was caught off guard by his offer. Felicia grumbled to herself.
"With that said, Martian Manhunter has bid all of his money on the chocolate cake. Felicia, Issun, and Gadget are the only ones who can bid back to make a tie."
Nobody made a move against him.
"Very well. Sold to Martian Manhunter for 500 bucks. Come on up here."
He nodded, and floated over towards the auction table, placing his wallet on the table.
"There's two twists to this cake... the first one? You must pick three people to share this cake with you. Who will they be?" asked Ben.
"I will select Zatanna, Glaceon, and Serena, please." replied Martian Manhunter.
All three of them smiled and thanked Martian Manhunter for the cake, stepping up to join him at the table. Issun looked very jealous.
"As for the last one... as a bonus gift to this chocolate cake," continued Ben, pulling out a small treat, Oreo cookies, "Oreo cookies."
Martian Manhunter blinked, before nodding, taking the cookies from Ben, "...Thank you." He started to eat one silently as the three he picked feasted on the chocolate cake.
"That's it. The auction is over! You all can head back to camp. I'll see you all tomorrow for the immunity challenge."
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Exile Island Night 28
Hyde walked into Exile Island for the third time in the game, and took the useless clue from it's spot.
"Well... nothing to eat... no idol needed to be found... such a freaking pointless visit to Exile Island." muttered Hyde to himself, laying down in the shelter.
"I don't know why Zatanna sent me over here... probably for one of two reasons. One, she might think I have the idol... or two, she doesn't want anyone else getting clues to the idol. Good reasons man, but I think it was a careless decision." - Hyde
Hyde sighed to himself, staring up at the ceiling in the shelter, "Gotta keep up my act, man... might save my alliance more time in the game."
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Jiamaoru Day 29
The whole auction irritated Issun to no end. He didn't get to buy any food, and it made him extremely grumpy. The only person who would listen to him was Toadette, whom was laying in the shelter with him.
"Serena, Zatanna, and Martian Manhunter... damn!" grumbled Issun, "I think today's auction opened up a few eyes to me. It looks like you and I are numbers 5 and 6 once we wipe out the Maochong alliance."
Toadette shook her head, "I don't really think so... I think... well, I don't know."
"Issun was upset about not being picked to eat some chocolate cake, as well as being outbid for the steaks. I feel his frustration, but I really hope this doesn't add fuel to the fire of him flipping over to the Maochong group." - Toadette
"Yeah exactly, we don't know," reminded Issun, "But seriously, what choice do we have? We're 4 and 5 with Maochong... and we're 5 and 6 with the new alliance! We can't win this game!"
"Don't say that Issun... we both know how this game changes, right?" replied Toadette, smiling softly.
"Yeah, yeah.. I think Zatanna and Martian Manhunter will be picking Serena and Glaceon over us. That is so stupid! They can't beat Glaceon especially, and he's the most likely to win the final immunity challenge." complained Issun.
"I'm tired of playing this game with idiots. Seriously. Martian Manhunter's an idiot. Zatanna's an idiot. Hyde's an idiot. Serena's the biggest idiot of them all. I don't think anyone is here playing for themselves aside from myself. They're all handing the game to someone else." - Issun
Toadette sighed, and laid down beside him, "Just stay calm, Issun... okay? Have faith in me, okay?"
"You're the only one that I do have faith in Toadette," reassured Issun, "But nobody else."
"Even if Issun were to flip... we still have 5 votes. If he does have intentions to flip... maybe it wouldn't hurt to withhold information from him... I hope. I just don't want him turning against me. I'm just trying to do what's right for both him and I." - Toadette
Meanwhile, Felicia and Gadget were talking down by the beach, exchanging information.
"So Issun wants to vote off Serena or Glaceon?" asked Gadget.
Felicia, "Yup yup! I think we might be sitting pretty at the next vote. But I don't want Hyde not using the idol. We can't trust anybody, right?"
"No matter what happens, I want Hyde to use the idol! Whether it's on him, or me, or Gadget, I don't care! We cannot get cocky again because look at where it got us!" - Felicia
"I know, I know," agreed Gadget, "Right now, we just need to get insight on who they're targeting.. use the idol on them, and make a big shocker. Golly, how amazing would that be?"
"Pretty amazing all right!" giggled Felicia.
A few minutes later, Serena walked up to have a small little talk.
"Listen guys.. I know you're not happy with me, but I made the move best suited for me. I hope you understand." apologized Serena.
Gadget nodded, "I know you did what you needed to do, and there's nothing wrong with that, Serena. It was a smart move, and as a player I applaud you."
Serena smiled at her.
"...but as a juror, I don't know. As it looks now... your little buddy has more support going for him just because he's building bonds, and being friendly. You... I'm sorry, but you seem to be very wishy washy," commented Gadget, "No one will want to vote for someone like that. I hate to tell you that, but maybe... that will give you something to think about?"
Serena nodded silently to herself, before walking away. Felicia frowned, "I feel sorry for her if she does make it to the end, and get no votes. But that's how the game works."
"Serena I thought was going to play a good game, and I think she is! But I think she's a little too wishy washy, as Gadget said. So like... she needs to get herself organized, and ready to play the last ten days like never before." - Felicia
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Jiamaoru Day 29
Serena sat down near the fire, and started to tend to it. Sitting by her was Glaceon, who noticed something was wrong.
"I noticed you had a chat with Gadget and Felicia," noted Glaceon, "Something wrong?"
Serena shrugged, "It's just... they told me that they don't think I can win this game. They wanted to light a fire under me to get me playing better, but it still kind of hurts. I think they're also trying to pressure me into betraying you. They think you have a great shot to win this game."
Glaceon nodded, "Oh, is that so... should of seen that one coming soon."
"But don't worry... I'm not going to betray you in this game," reassured Serena, "You are I will be in the Final 3 if I can help it."
"I appreciate that, Serena." smiled Glaceon, warmly.
"Since Day 1, Serena has been my best ally in this game, and still is, honestly. She's grown through this experience, and secretly I do agree with those girls. Her decisions will come back to bite her if she doesn't step up her game. I hope to help her, because I think she does deserve it." - Glaceon
"Do you think... maybe we could bring Zatanna to the Final 3?" asked Serena.
Glaceon bit his lower lip, "I don't know... I fear that we'd both lose to her. I think it would be better to bring in Toadette or Issun. No jury would vote for them no matter what."
Serena shrugged, "I don't know... I just feel like Zatanna might not get a few votes, just because she is a little condescending towards others sometimes."
"I made an alliance called Nikennef with Zatanna. It's a partnership into the Final 3, and I really don't want to break my alliance with Glaceon. And I don't think Zatanna wants to break her alliance with J'onn either. Knowing that Zatanna has the idol... it worries me that she'll take Glaceon out." - Serena
"I see... well for now... I'd rather not worry about it," replied Glaceon, "For now... our biggest concern is finding a way to break up those three. Hyde's definitely on our radar now that he's been to Exile Island three times. If he didn't have the idol earlier... he has it now for sure."
Serena nodded, "But do you think we should vote for him... or someone else? That will be the biggest challenge."
Glaceon nodded, pouring some rice into two bowls for him and Serena.
"Hyde is the next target, but that can easily change if we suspect he'll give the idol to Gadget or Felicia, or even plan to use it on himself. We have no idea who they're targeting... nor do we know if there's anyone flipping. Right now, we just have to assume for the best." - Glaceon
Meanwhile, Zatanna and Martian Manhunter were speaking to one another in the forest.
"If it comes down to it... will you use your ability to gain information?" asked Zatanna.
Martian Manhunter nodded, "That is what I am planning on. However, I must be careful. They will be more clever then Trevor was."
"We're about to leave for the immunity challenge, and it will determine who we will be voting for tonight. We're definitely going to vote for Hyde or Gadget, but if one of them wins immunity, we might need to fall back on Felicia for the boot. We doubt the idol will be used on her." - Zatanna
Zatanna smiled, and gave him a thumbs up, "Just be careful, J'onn... we got into power... we can't afford to lose it now."
"Leave it to me, Zatanna. All you need to do is beat them in today's immunity challenge." reminded Martian Manhunter.
"Oh of course, that will be a tough one, though." laughed Zatanna.
"Since we merged, I have been throwing immunity challenges to come out as not big of a physical threat moving forward. So far, it has appeared to have worked to my advantage. At some point, I will start trying to win, but for now, I will stay back, and let the others have a chance." - Martian Manhunter
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"Come on in you guys!"
The remaining players arrived at the challenge area.
"We'll now bring in Hyde, returning from Exile Island."
Hyde stepped from behind a bush, and joined the others on the mat.
"Guys ready for today's immunity challenge?"
Everyone nodded excitedly.
"I'll take back immunity from you, Toadette."
Toadette did so.
"For today's challenge, it's very simple. You will stand underneath a bucket full of water, raising your arm up in the air, with your wrist tethered up to that bucket. Guess what, the smallest jerk of your hand could send a bucket of water pouring over your head. If that happens, you're out of the game, and no shot at immunity. Last person standing will win immunity, and earn at least one more day out here. Let's get started."
Everyone randomly drew for spots, and stood underneath their designated buckets.
"Okay, now this challenge has definitely begun..."
– 10 minutes in... –
Felicia, Gadget, and Glaceon seemed to look pretty comfortable at the moment. Zatanna, Issun, and Toadette's arms were wobbling from the beginning.
Serena and Hyde were pretty even at the beginning, with Hyde whistling nonchalantly. Martian Manhunter appeared to be comfortable.
"Nothing says safety like individual immunity. Wear this, and you have safety at the next vote. Nobody wants to leave after 30 days."
– 20 minutes in... –
Two people just dropped out first...
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"Toadette's out early! And... Serena! Both women are the first two out of the challenge. We're down to seven."
Serena had accidentally wiggled her arm to stretch, and accidentally dropped out. She and Toadette sat down behind Ben.
Hyde was hoping to drop out, and continue the facade of being the potential target. But he was waiting for the right moment. Issun, Felicia, and Zatanna were struggling a little now, while Martian Manhunter, Gadget, and Glaceon were good so far.
– 30 minutes in... –
Another player dropped out...
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"Hyde drops out after 30 minutes. We're down to six players."
Hyde nodded, and sat down on the bench, whistling to himself. Gadget's wrist started to shake a little, while Zatanna and Issun looked to be the next two to drop out if they didn't relax. Glaceon looked over at Felicia and Gadget, before nodding to himself.
– 40 minutes in... –
Another player dropped out.
"Issun is out of the challenge, and we're down to five players."
Issun grumbled as he took a seat on the bench. Zatanna started to relax, and calm herself down, knowing she was probably falling soon if she didn't relax. She at least needed to beat Gadget and Felicia. Martian Manhunter was now looking weak on the pedestal.
– 50 minutes in... –
Two more players dropped out...
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"Just like that, Felicia and Gadget can't hang on any longer. They're both out of the challenge. Down to thre-"
As Ben spoke, Zatanna dropped out, getting soaked in the process.
"...and as I say that, Zatanna drops out! J'onn and Glaceon are the only ones left! Fighting for immunity."
Zatanna sat down next to Gadget and Felicia, and looked over at Martian Manhunter, giving him a nod, hoping he did win for once, rather then throw it. At the moment, Glaceon looked better then Martian Manhunter, but that meant nothing.
– 1 hour in... –
Both Glaceon and Martian Manhunter fought long and hard to win the challenge, but in the end...
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"Glaceon drops out. J'ONN WINS IMMUNITY!"
Everyone clapped and cheered for Martian Manhunter.
"Great effort today, for the Martian Manhunter, J'onn! You are safe tonight, and you will have a 1 in 8 shot of winning this game. As for the rest of you, it may be Day 30, but somebody has to go home. See you all tonight to figure out who that will be."
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Jiamaoru Day 30
With none of the Maochong members safe from the vote, Serena, Glaceon, Martian Manhunter, and Zatanna were talking about who to send home.
"Hyde's been on Exile Island three times in a row," explained Glaceon, "If he doesn't have the idol... I will be shocked."
"But if he's smarter then he says he is, then he might use it to his advantage... and use the idol on Gadget. We might need to use reverse psychology against him." replied Martian Manhunter.
"Right now, the vote is between Gadget and Hyde tonight for the vote. Felicia right now is safe, but that can change at the flip of a hat. Hyde has been to Exile Island three times, so I think he has the idol for sure now. Question is... is he using it on himself or Gadget?" - Serena
Zatanna thought about it for a minute, "I think the best bet is to... vote for Hyde. J'onn's right. Using reverse psychology will be the best way to beat them at their own game. Besides, he's the biggest physical threat out here, so it's the best move."
"But who do you think will be their target? That's why I'm worried." replied Glaceon.
Zatanna shook her head, "Don't worry about that... I think they're voting for me tonight. I dare them to, anyway, because I think we're going to win this battle. Gadget may be smart, but we have more brains on our side."
"Tonight could be a very interesting vote. We've decided to vote for Hyde tonight, and there is a good chance the idol will be used to save him. But honestly... I doubt it. J'onn's theory works for me, and I think it'll work. But if it doesn't... well, I have a back up plan." - Zatanna
After agreeing to vote off Hyde, the alliance split off into different directions. Meanwhile, the main Maochong alliance spoke about the vote.
"It's obvious they're voting me or you, Hackwrench," explained Hyde, "So... leave it to me, so that if either of us go home, I'm the idiot and not you two ladies."
"How sweet of you Hyde!" smiled Felicia, giggling softly.
"Tonight's a big night for me and my alliance. If I use the idol wisely, we can make a big hit on the rival alliance. If I don't, then our alliance will be knocked out one by one, and I could start it off." - Hyde
"Obviously, you would be the obvious target, since you were sent to Exile Island again," explained Gadget, "But if they start thinking, they might try to vote me off instead, thinking that you might think you're the target."
"Exactly, man. I didn't come here for 30 days to go home now, so... we just have to decide who we're saving, and of course... who we're voting." agreed Hyde.
"Any one of us could be going home, and I don't want it to be me. I hope Hyde does use the idol to save me, but I will feel bad if he goes home because of it. Gahhh... I don't know what would feel better, you know? My safety, Hyde's safety... I just want my alliance safe. That's all I ask for." - Gadget
After agreeing who to vote off, and who to save, they split off as well. Felicia was told to rely the information to Toadette about potentially gaining her vote.
"I want you to come with us," smiled Felicia, sitting down beside Toadette, "You and Issun. Sadly... we're not voting Serena tonight. There is a bigger threat we want out."
"Who would that be?" asked Toadette.
Felicia whispered the name to Toadette, who felt a little better that it wouldn't be Serena.
"I don't know if Issun would want to vote that person off. I mean, it's good that he probably won't because I will have his trust that he'll be voting with us to boot Hyde. Still though, anything can happen, and who knows if Issun is going to go solo or not." - Toadette
"Alright, that's okay with me." smiled Toadette, "Thank you, Felicia!"
"Nothing to it!" smiled Felicia brightly, "Just remember, always come to me, okay? I have your back, and that's been a fact since Day 1!"
"I will remember that... thank you!" smiled Toadette, hugging Felicia tightly.
"Toadette is the youngest one out here now that Orbb is gone, so like... I think she'll trust my word, since my word is always good! Issun... harder to trust, but I think Toadette keeps him tamed. At least I hope she does! I just hope tonight goes our way, and doesn't send any of us home!" - Felicia
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The Jiamaoru tribe arrived at tribal council.
"We'll now bring in the members of the jury,"
"Trevor,"
Trevor had on a fake beard and a bowler's hat on. He wore dirty, tattered clothes just like before.
"Deadpool,"
Deadpool was wearing his normal outfit, but wore a giant eyeball over his head. He was cosplaying as Orbb.
"And Orbb, voted out at the last tribal council."
Orbb looked the same as before, sitting down with a simple glare in its eye.
"Last night was a huge shocker to some of you, and that's only the first of many blindsides to come. Felicia, you were one of the ones who were shocked. Do you feel comfortable tonight?" asked Ben.
Felicia shook her head.
"No, not really. I mean, like, I'm a strong player in these challenges, so I wouldn't be surprised if tonight's my last night. So, um... please keep me? Pretty please?!" replied Felicia.
Everyone laughed at her comment, as did she.
"Martian Manhunter, as one of two last Ruchong members left in the game, has the game changed for you with the Orbb vote?" asked Ben.
"Definitely. We saw an opportunity, and we took it before the majority alliance had a chance to make it first. It was a risk, but it was worth the risk." replied Martian Manhunter.
Trevor nodded from the jury side, giving him a thumbs up.
"Glaceon, what about you? You've been a quiet player, but also a very well liked one. Was voting Orbb off worth the risk so far?" asked Ben.
"So far, yeah it has. I'm not all about big moves, but when the opportunity arises, I will take that chance. Especially if it gives me more days to fight in the game." replied Glaceon.
"Toadette, like with Glaceon, you've been quiet for a while now. Got anything to say?" asked Ben.
Toadette shrugged.
"No, not really! I mean like... I know we're getting close to the end, so I need to play the game a little bit more then I did on like... Day 10." replied Toadette.
Issun nodded, smiling at her.
"Gadget, any last words before we vote?" asked Ben.
Gadget thought about it, and shook her head.
"Nahh... let's get into it, Ben. I'm ready." replied Gadget.
"Okay, with that said, it's time to vote. Martian Manhunter, you're up."
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Hyde's Vote: If tonight works to our favor, we've knocked out a strong jury threat. (?)
Issun's Vote: Sorry, but I gotta play to win! (?)
Serena's Vote: You are the biggest threat in the game, and I think you need to go tonight. (Hyde)
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"Okay, if anyone does have the hidden immunity idol and you would like to play it, now would be the time to do so."
No one did anything. Just then, Hyde stood up, carrying the hidden immunity idol. No one was surprised to see it happen. Trevor smirked on the jury side.
"Alright Ben, I ain't staying to be going home now, nor will the rest of my alliance, so..."
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"...use the idol on Gadget." confirmed Hyde, giving Ben the idol. Gadget shot him a friendly smile.
"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 indeed a hidden immunity idol. Any votes cast against Gadget, will 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...
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Hyde. One vote Hyde. (Hyde threw his head down, shaking his head, "Well... damn it.")
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Hyde. Two votes Hyde.
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Hyde. Three votes Hyde. (He nodded, as Gadget gave him a hug sadly.)
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Zatanna. One vote Zatanna, three votes Hyde. (She nodded, confirming her suspicions.)
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Zatanna. Two votes Zatanna, three votes Hyde.
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Zatanna. Tied three votes Zatanna, three votes Hyde. (Felicia looked over at Toadette and Issun.)
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Hyde. Four votes Hyde, three votes Zatanna. ("Well played." commented Hyde.)
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Twelfth person voted out of Survivor Singapore, and the fourth member of our jury, Hyde. That's five, that's enough. Last vote will remain a mystery. You need to bring me your torch.
"At least I'll be added onto a dumb moves list or something. Oh well. Good luck, ladies." He hugged both Felicia and Gadget good bye as he gave his torch up.
"Hyde, the tribe has spoken."
He snuffed out his torch.
"Time for you to go."
Hyde gave the peace sign to the rest, "Peace out and hang tight." With that said, he left the area.
"The idol was played, but it wasn't used on the right player. Oh well for Hyde, but the game goes on without him. There's only 9 days left, and I'm sure the game will begin to twist and turn like never before. Grab your torches, and head on back. Good night."
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Hyde's Final Words
"What can I say man, I played the best move I could, and I ended up taking the fall for it. Hey, at least I went out as the shield for those girls, rather then screwing them over and being a selfish bastard. That's the last thing I could have done. Oh well, what an adventure man... time for jury duty, I guess."
VOTE
Hyde – Serena, Zatanna, Toadette, Glaceon, Issun, and Martian Manhunter
Zatanna – Felicia, Hyde, and Gadget
Episode 12 will be a DOUBLE BOOT! Two players going home within the span of 3 days! Who will not make it to the Final 6?
So now I guess I'm going to reveal the next two members of the Bikal tribe. They are KING BOWSER, and APPLEJACK!
Bowser made life miserable for the Nintendo tribe early on, but his brute strength and his determination managed to give his ailing tribe new light up until the merge! Applejack was the strong, hard working pony from the Mossono tribe of Forest Maze! She managed to work hard, but came up just short.
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