Previously on, Survivor,
After Pudding quit the game, both Morrigan and Reala knew that she put them in a bad position of either winning the challenge, and Wave flipping to the other tribe at the merge, or losing the challenge, and entering the merge at 6-4. They needed a hidden immunity idol.
Over at Nintendo, Bowser gloated over the loss of Mega Man, and praised his Nintendo tribe immensely, completely unaware of the Captendo 5. Link suggested to Bowser to use Phoenix and Amaterasu as numbers, but Bowser didn't like that idea, and shot it down immediately.
At the reward challenge, Nintendo easily defeated the Sega tribe that was throwing the challenge, and won a chance to loot the other camp. They sent Joe Musashi to exile island.
On Exile Island, Musashi got right to work on trying to find the hidden immunity idol, and within no time whatsoever, he found the first immunity idol from the island.
Over at Sega, Phoenix and Rosalina came over to loot the camp, and chose to steal their tarp and a water jug full of fresh water. While they were looting, Phoenix had a conversation with Morrigan to get some clues about their future, and Morrigan told him off, sending him a subtle hint that Musashi might be the outsider. Meanwhile, Gum and Wave made a deal to stick together if they make the merge.
Back at Nintendo, Phoenix shared his findings with the Captendo 5, even believing that Morrigan made a scene on purpose to make Sega believe she is with them. Link didn't seem so sure about it, and told him to keep on his toes.
At the immunity challenge, Nintendo proved to still be the physical powerhouse over Sega since the swap, winning yet another immunity challenge much to the dislike of the Captendo 5.
Before tribal council, Wave knew she was on the hot seat, and tried to convince Gum and Reala to vote off Morrigan, seeing her as someone who can't be trusted. Gum gave it some thought, as did Reala.
At tribal council, Wave's scrambling didn't do much for her, and she was voted off in a 4-1 decision, making her the first member of the jury. With the merge on the horizon, who will rise to the occasion? 10 are left, who'll be voted out tonight?
Nintendo: Amaterasu, Bowser, Link, Marth, Phoenix, and Rosalina
Sega: Gum, Joe Musashi, Morrigan, and Reala
Jury: Wave
– – – – –
Sega Day 20
With once dominant tribe down to four players, three of which being pure Sega players, they were feeling the pressure of the merge falling upon them.
"I hope we aren't picked off one by one..." muttered Gum, sighing deeply, "I came out here to win, not lose, damn it."
"We lost the immunity challenge, and lost Wave as a result. Unless we pull something out of our hat, all four of us will be picked off one by one, and that will not make me a happy camper." - Gum
Morrigan shrugged, crossing her arms, "Listen, I think I might be able to do some work on my old Capcom members. It's clear who the real threats are, you know?"
"Nintendo, and you're absolutely correct. They were terrible early on, and here they sit with 4 members in tact compared to the other two tribes." agreed Reala.
"Not to mention they have the physical strength of Link and Bowser, and the brains of Rosalina." nodded Gum.
"If the remaining Capcoms were smart, they would put their brains with ours, and combine against the Nintendo tribe. They've always one-upped us in the real world, and it's our turn to return the favor directly in their faces." - Reala
Gum looked over at Reala, "Did Musashi end up finding the idol?"
Reala shrugged, "I don't really know yet. Haven't had time to talk to him yet since we got back from the challenge. I should go do that now, more I think about it." He got up from his seat, and floated on off towards the jungle to find Joe Musashi.
Morrigan shrugged, looking at Gum, "We can only hope those two do their jobs and save our behinds. Phoenix and Amaterasu would be dummies to stay with the Nintendos."
"I know I told Phoenix a lot of things yesterday, but I think if I speak some reason into him, he'll see the light of the situation, and align with us. All he needs to remember is our background on the old Capcom tribe, and how... 'convincing' I am." - Morrigan
Reala floated on through the jungle, and noticed Joe Musashi meditating behind a tree, "Ah, there you are. We have a lot to discuss."
He opened one eye, looking up at him, "Indeed we do, Reala. But first... I told you about my idol. You tell me about your little secret."
Reala blinked a little, before muttering a curse quietly to himself, "Damn it... well I figured someone would figure it out eventually.. no one's an idiot here."
"Reala is my biggest ally in this game. He's a tricky individual, but he's helped me this far in the game, and I would be dishonoring my clan by betraying him after all he has done. That doesn't mean I can't use some leverage to keep him loyal to me on the flip side." - Joe Musashi
After explaining it fully, Reala glared at him, "Keep it between us. I do plan on telling everyone later on, but for now, I trust you well enough to let you in on it. Now, onto the immunity idol plans?"
Musashi nodded, "Indeed. Suggest we, during the merge, spy on the other tribes, and learn who they target, and then strike."
Reala smirked, "Good thinking. However... keep the idol between us. I want my hands on a second idol so we can neutralize the idol's power. If they target... say Gum? Let her go."
"Players can only be so useful in the early stages of the game. Musashi, for example, is useful the entire game. Gum, on the other hand, is only useful to gain power. Now that the game is coming towards the end, Gum has strong cases to win herself the game. I cannot allow that, and I will let her go on a moment's notice." - Reala
Joe Musashi nodded, and shook Reala's hand.
– – – – –
Nintendo Day 20
Down by the beach, Amaterasu, Rosalina, and Marth were all talking about the game.
"I'm kinda frustrated," sighed Marth, "I still think throwing the immunity challenge might of been worth it for us."
"I can't believe we have to keep Bowser this long!" complained Issun loudly.
"Phoenix and Link were somewhat against throwing the immunity challenge, and as a result, we still ended up winning immunity. I don't know if Bowser is going to listen to us at all. He sees himself as the leader, and probably wants Phoenix or Amaterasu out first. We need them with us, not against us." - Marth
"I believe fate wanted us to keep Bowser around," explained Rosalina, "Otherwise, we would have lost, and he would be gone. We have to work with what we're given. Link has a good way of convincing Bowser, so we'll be fine."
"I don't know... lately Bowser's been pretty disloyal towards Link." shrugged Marth.
Amaterasu howled softly, with Issun responding, "Ammy is really hoping something changes around here. Otherwise, we'll be Bowser's lunch and dinner."
"Ammy came here to win one million dollars! We aren't settling for anything less!" (Amaterasu barks and nods) "She knows that while we have the Captendo 5 protecting us, we still worry about Bowser, and how he might lead a charge against her!" - Amaterasu via Issun
"Phoenix said he might be able to bring Morrigan and Joe over onto our side. We can only hope for the best, right?" smiled Rosalina.
"That's what I'm hoping for," nodded Marth, "Because first chance we get, we need to vote Bowser out as soon as possible."
"Depending on what Link and Phoenix think, we'll likely be trying to vote Bowser off at the first vote if he's not immune. At least, that's what I want. Ammy and Rosalina seem to be okay with that, but Link's been so far up Bowser's behind that I don't know if he's back with him, or still against him." - Marth
Meanwhile, sitting around the fire, Phoenix and Link were talking about the possibility of a merge.
"I don't really think it matters what members of Sega are willing to flip anymore," shrugged Link, "We have six players, and even with Bowser out of the picture, there's still five against four."
"Maybe we won't need Joe Musashi then. I still owe Morrigan a lot of things, Link, so... at least I'm going to pull her over and keep her in. She'll be sixth, but that's fine." replied Phoenix.
"I'm a little weary of Phoenix. He's a lawyer, so that's always kept me aware of him. He's pretty convinced that Morrigan is on his side, and she is playing Sega to be fools. I'm nervous that Phoenix might try and pull a fast one to make an all Capcom Final 3." - Link
Link nodded at his words, taking a bite out of a mango, "Just remember, it's the five of us to the end. I hope you don't try and screw us over with her."
Phoenix shook his head, "You have my word. I made this alliance with you guys, and I'm not going to screw you over."
"The way I look at it, if Ammy and I have Morrigan, we have leverage against Link, Rosalina, and Marth. I know for a fact that if we make the Final 5 as the Captendo 5, we'll be voted off immediately. I won't allow that to happen." - Phoenix
– – – – –
"Come on in guys!"
Both tribes arrived at the area. Morrigan, Phoenix, and Amaterasu were wondering why they were nearby the old Capcom camp. There were also ten chests behind Jeff.
"Nintendo, getting your first look at the new Sega tribe; Wave voted out at the last tribal council, and she becomes the first member of the jury."
Phoenix nodded, giving a thumbs up to Morrigan, who nodded with a light smile.
"Okay guys, we've been out here for 20 days, it's time for a change. Drop your buffs!"
Everyone cheered loudly as red and blue buffs hit the sand, and Jeff started to toss black buffs to everyone one by one.
"There is no more Nintendo, and no more Sega. You have all made the merge phase! As you can see, we're at the old Capcom beach. That's because this is where you will spend the last 19 days of the game. Capcom didn't have many supplies left over, so we took supplies from both Nintendo and Sega and brought them here. The pool from Sega's beach will be relocated over here. Everything else? Never seeing it again."
Everyone nodded at Jeff's words.
"Before I send you all on your way, we have a little twist. As you all can see here, there are ten treasure chests. Each one will be assigned to you randomly, and they each contain something good, something bad, or nothing at all."
Soon, everyone was randomly given a chest, and Jeff began the small little challenge.
"Morrigan, you can go first."
Morrigan nodded, and slowly unlocked the chest. She pulled out a small little sign with 'Reward' on it.
"Morrigan, this reward card will allow you to join in on a reward that you end up losing. This is only if the reward allows it."
Morrigan smiled, and pocketed it. Next to go was Gum, and she found nothing in her box.
"Sorry Gum, but you get nothing. It was a dud."
Gum shrugged, "Guess that's good?" Rosalina went next, and she found an immunity necklace with '2' on it.
"This is a bad one. Rosalina, you cannot participate in the next two immunity challenges. If you make it to the Final 8, you are allowed to compete again."
Rosalina frowned a little. Link was the next to go, and he found the same thing as Rosalina, but it was a '3', rather then 2.
"That's even worse for you. Link, just like Rosalina, you cannot participate in immunity challenges until the Final 7."
Link shook his head in frustration as he kicked the chest. Bowser opened his chest, and also kicked it hard, but for a different reason.
"Sorry Bowser. Nothing."
"Nothing doesn't suit a King! I need something!" complained Bowser as he stomped off away. Phoenix was next to open a chest, and he as well found nothing.
"That was the last dud chest, and sorry Phoenix, it's you who gets it."
Phoenix shrugged, a little relived he didn't have to worry about the chest. Marth opened the chest, and cursed silently at the immunity necklace, labeled '1'.
"You, Marth, cannot participate in the next immunity challenge, but only the next one. At the Final 9, you are allowed to compete again."
"Screw bad luck.." muttered Marth. Reala opened his chest, and found a note.
"That's a clue to the location of a hidden immunity idol. If you go to Exile Island, this might help you."
Reala smirked and nodded. Joe Musashi opened his chest, and saw another note.
"That's not a clue, but rather an advantage at the next immunity challenge. Tomorrow, I will explain the details of that note. Bring it with you."
Joe Musashi nodded, and pocketed the clue. Amaterasu was the last one to go, and she got the same thing as Morrigan.
"Like Morrigan, you can use this reward card to go on any reward that allows extra players to come along with the winner."
She barked happily, with Issun doing an arm pump.
"With that said, this thing is over. This game is just beginning to change, and I really hope all ten of you are ready for anything. I'll see you tomorrow for the next immunity challenge."
Final 10: Amaterasu, Bowser, Gum, Joe Musashi, Link, Marth, Morrigan, Phoenix, Reala, and Rosalina
Jury: Wave
– – – – –
Merged Tribe Night 20
After Jeff left, the ten players walked up to the old Capcom beach. Mostly everything was in tact, to Phoenix, Amaterasu, and Morrigan's surprises.
"Home sweet home." smiled Phoenix, looking over the shelter.
"Our shelter, while not the best one in the world, is still holding up, and I think we'll have to expand to give everyone, especially Bowser, some room. We may be home free, but this merge is giving me the creeps right now. 3 members of Captendo 5 unable to compete? Holy %#$%!" - Phoenix
Bowser grumbled a little, not ready to be at a new camp. He noticed the red pot and machete near the camp fire. "Why are these things red!?"
"Don't ask." laughed Gum, "Reala's an artist, so to speak. His metaphors, not ours."
"Puh, whatever. I thank Reala for painting them red. Besides, Nintendo will control this place once you're all gone. That's a fact!" gloated Bowser.
"I hated leaving my precious castle! It's a disgrace to live here on the filthy Capcom beach. It reeks of dog and... garlic? Must just be me. Whatever! There's four Nintendos, three Capcoms, three Segas! I think it's clear who's in control. ME! THAT'S WHO!" - Bowser
Rosalina smiled widely, reaching her hands into the shelter, and pulling out a huge tray of food, "And look what we got, you guys!"
Everyone cheered loudly as soon as they saw the bread, cheese, crackers, wine, and various other foods on the tray. Immediately everyone started to dig in, and started to introduce one another.
"I'm Gum, member of the GGs, and I'm the girlfriend of SEGA All Stars winner, Beat!" greeted Gum.
Marth smirked, "That's awesome! I'm just a prince named Marth. Glad to meet everyone here."
"It's nice to meet new people. It's sad that many of them won't stay much longer due to the nature of the game, but for the time we have now, I will spend it getting to know everyone, while keeping a nice environment." - Rosalina
"So many threats from the Nintendo tribe. As luck may have it, three of them cannot compete in challenges. Perfect timing! This will give my tribe more opportunities to make a move that could change this entire game." - Reala
"Ammy and I are so proud to of made it this far into the game! 21 days? I figured we'd be gone by Day 3!" (Amaterasu barks a little) "Yeah, I completely agree with ya on that one, Ammy! It's not over, but with most of Captendo 5 'disabled' in a way? We're going to work extra hard to win!" - Amaterasu via Issun
While everyone was eating and getting to know eachother, Phoenix and Morrigan wandered off into the woods to talk for a while.
"I hope you aren't too mad at me," apologized Phoenix, "Not sure if you were putting on a show, or if you felt that way."
Morrigan blinked, and then smirked, "Oh.. I was just putting on a show, Phoenix. Those silly Sega players believe I'm with them right now... but truth is.. I'm going to stick right with Capcom."
"Please. Phoenix is very ignorant for a lawyer, let me get that out of the way. Second off, it's funny he believes I'm playing Sega for a fool, because now we can patch things up and get our heads together to focus on the real enemy; Nintendo." - Morrigan
Phoenix chuckled a little, sipping his glass of wine, "Nothing to it, huh?"
Morrigan nodded, "Yep. Listen Phoenix, I don't know what's been going on over at Nintendo, but we need to combine our forces together. They are the larger targets, not Sega. Plus, they are free targets. No immunity wins from them besides Bowser."
Phoenix sighed, "I was kinda hoping you'd join us, Morrigan. I mean... Gum, Joe, Reala? They seem like long term threats, and it's time to begin thinking long term."
"No it's not Phoenix," argued Morrigan, "Begin thinking long term, you finished before you even started."
"Of course, Phoenix believes it's a smart option to target Sega, and allow the Nintendo tribe to gracefully make their way into the Final 4. Smart man." (rolls her eyes) "Dumbest lawyer ever." - Morrigan
Phoenix held his hands up, "I'm just saying, Morrigan. Think about it, okay? I think it's the right move now. They got you this far, it's time to drop them, and return with us."
Morrigan sighed, and shook Phoenix's hand, before returning to camp.
"I hope Morrigan sees the light. Right now, we're in deep trouble due to having Rosalina, Link, and Marth all incapable of winning immunity. The more people on our side winning immunity, the better." - Phoenix
– – – – –
Merged Tribe Day 21
It was early in the morning, and Gum, Joe Musashi, and Morrigan were busy painting the tribe flag.
"Nincapega?" suggested Morrigan, before shaking her head, "Actually no... too silly."
Joe Musashi shrugged, watching Gum draw letters in the sand, "I am not one for names. In a merge, the name does not matter, for we are still separate teams fighting eachother."
Gum nodded, "I got it! Segcomendo. There's a ring to it, ya know?" After getting nods from both Musashi and Morrigan, she painted it onto the flag.
"So our tribe name is going to be called Segcomendo. I find it to be a fancy little term, especially since Rosalina and Issun had the clever idea of mixing the three names together. Well... I thought it was clever." - Gum
After finishing up the flag, Gum looked up at Morrigan, "How did the talk with Phoenix go?"
Morrigan rolled her eyes, "He's being stupid right now. He thinks it's smart to gun for Sega over Nintendo. He's trying to get ahead... and he's not good enough to get ahead."
"I lost my hope with Phoenix at this point. For a lawyer, I had hoped he'd have some common sense on who the true enemy is, and in his mind, it's Sega! Why? I have no freaking idea, but he's making a huge mistake." - Morrigan
Joe Musashi shook his head, "I expected better from him. What do you suggest we do now?"
"I believe I overheard a lot of talk from Marth and Rosalina about how annoying Bowser is, and how he got lucky to make it this far," noted Gum, shrugging, "I think we need to either get on his side, or convince Nintendo to turn on him?"
"Anything's possible at this point. All depends on who wins immunity." commented Morrigan.
"During the merge feast, when Bowser went away for a small period of time, Marth and Rosalina talked a lot about how annoying Bowser was and how lucky he got. In my mind, that tells me that Bowser was always on the chopping block, yet he's delusional in the fact he's running things when he's really not. We might need to take advantage of that." - Gum
There was silence for a little bit, before Gum said, "Reala likes to disappear a lot, huh?"
"Certainly does." commented Joe Musashi, nodding his head.
Sitting around the fire were the Captendo 5 members. They had enough time to talk about the game, and were doing it now while Bowser was fishing.
Link scooped some rice out of the red pot from Sega's camp, "So... what a position we're in, huh?"
"That just freaking sucks!" complained Issun, "Now you have to rely on Ammy and Phoenix for everything!" Amaterasu growled at Issun, "….Err... Ammy, you're good, no worries!"
"Today at the merge, Jeff handed out a bunch of chests to us. Unluckily for me, Rosalina, and Marth, we all cannot compete in a certain amount of immunity challenges. Because of this, our plans need to change, and... Marth won't like it." - Link
Link sighed, "Well... I hate to say it, but... we need to keep Bowser for a few votes. I'm with Issun on this one. We need physical strength. I'm out until the Final 7, so... we're stuck."
"That might be for the good," replied Phoenix, "I didn't get anywhere with Morrigan. It seems like she's on board with voting Nintendo players out instead of Sega players, so it's good we're keeping Bowser just for beating Sega individually, and numbers."
"I hate Bowser, but... Link and Phoenix make strong points. We can't compete for individual immunity, so we can't do our best to prevent someone like Gum or Joe Musashi from winning immunity. Until we have a strong advantage in numbers, we have to keep Bowser." - Marth
"Who should we vote off first, then?" asked Rosalina.
"I'm thinking it has to be Gum or Joe first. There's always a chance Morrigan might join us, never doubt that, and Reala... Reala's the weakest of the 3 Segas." suggested Link.
Amaterasu barked, nodding her head, with Issun saying, "Ammy thinks Gum is the biggest threat. Dating a previous winner? Huge headlights that scream TARGET! Doesn't help that she's the strongest woman out here."
"I believe a lot of the boys are intimidated by Gum's physique and very athletic nature. Adding in anything Beat may have taught her, and she's a dangerous player." - Rosalina
After some talk on voting Gum off, Link nodded, "Good. All good on voting Gum out? If she wins immunity, we vote Joe Musashi off instead. Deal?"
Everyone nodded, and did the small Captendo 5 chant.
– – – – –
"Come on in guys!"
Both tribes arrived at the challenge area.
"Guy's ready for today's immunity challenge?"
Everyone nodded excitedly.
"I'll take back immunity from you guys."
Phoenix did so.
"Tribal immunity is no more. You now are competing for individual immunity. With this necklace around your neck, you are safe at tribal council and cannot be voted off. For today's challenge, you will compete in two parts. The first part is a simple hold your breath competition. The two who hold their breath the longest will move onto the final round. In the final round you will swim underwater, untying various buoys tied to a ladder. First player to get to the finish with all buoys untied, wins immunity."
Jeff pointed at Joe Musashi.
"Joe Musashi, in the chest today, you earned a challenge advantage. Your advantage is that you will join the two winners from the first part in the final part. Could be what you need to win immunity. Marth, Rosalina, Link, you may not participate in this challenge, due to the chest twist. Take a seat up here with me. Let's get started."
Everyone soon got ready to begin. The only ones competing were Reala, Gum, Amaterasu, Morrigan, Phoenix, and Bowser. Joe Musashi will join the two winners in the final round.
"Survivors ready? Go."
All six players dove underwater, and started to hold their breath. For the most part, they were all comfortable. Amaterasu looked the most comfortable, while Phoenix looked the least comfortable.
– 10 minutes in... –
Three people came back up after trying hard.
"Phoenix, Gum, and Reala all drop out of the running. Two spots are open, only one more person needs to drop."
Phoenix cursed himself for not trying harder, while Gum and Reala weren't too happy.
– 20 minutes in... –
Amaterasu looked like she was going to last for a while, so it was between Bowser and Morrigan.
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...and Bowser just couldn't take it much longer.
"Bowser's out! Morrigan and Amaterasu are moving onto the final round, along with Musashi!"
Bowser splashed the water in anger, while Morrigan gave a thumbs up to Amaterasu.
"For the final round, you will swim underwater, untying various buoys tied to a ladder. First player to get to the finish with all buoys untied, wins immunity and is safe from the vote. Survivors ready? GO!"
All three players dove into the water, and started to untie their buoys one at a time. Amaterasu, while good at stamina, was not a fast swimmer, and was going the slowest. Morrigan had the lead over Joe Musashi.
Joe Musashi was keeping a moderate pace throughout the challenge, wondering if he should be coming out of the gates that early as a threat. Because of this, he slowed down a little, knowing Morrigan was way ahead of Amaterasu. Amaterasu was not giving up, no matter how slow she went. Morrigan was on a role, as buoy after buoy on her side raised up. But she stopped for a moment to get some air.
This gave Amaterasu some time to catch up, especially when Musashi himself decided to get some air. Morrigan came back down, and it was soon between her and Amaterasu for immunity.
In the end...
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...the final buoy for Morrigan popped up on the surface.
"JUST LIKE THAT! MORRIGAN WINS THE FIRST INDIVIDUAL IMMUNITY CHALLENGE!"
Everyone clapped and cheered for Morrigan.
"Great job today, Morrigan! You came out on top, and with this immunity, you are safe at the first vote. For the rest of you, someone is going home, and joining the jury. Figure out tonight on who that will be. Grab your stuff, and I'll see you then."
– – – – –
Segcomendo Day 22
As the tribe was returning from the challenge, Bowser was talking to Reala. Both were trailing behind the other eight.
"From one villain to another, I need to hear something from you." grunted Bowser, whispering to him.
Reala raised an eyebrow, "What?"
"I'm organizing an alliance between Nintendo and Sega," explained Bowser, "We're going to pick off the Capcom tribe one by one. Starting with the brains; Phoenix. You in, bub?"
"As a strong alliance of four, Nintendo has many options tonight! We can take out a Sega, or a Capcom! I've been waiting to take Phoenix out for many days, and tonight will be his last night!" - Bowser
Reala kept silent for a moment, before nodding, "Sure thing. You can rely on us."
Bowser smirked, and shook Reala's hand roughly, "Good! I knew I could trust a villain!" He laughed to himself as he marched back to camp smiling proud.
Reala smirked, "You really shouldn't, though."
"We have a safe vote going into tonight's tribal council, that being Phoenix. It's his own damn fault in the first place. We offered him a chance to swap, but he didn't take it. Good riddance, I'd say." - Reala
Bowser gathered Rosalina, Link, and Marth around the fire, and cleared his throat, "Tonight, we are going to vote off Phoenix! That's an order."
Link blinked, "But... we already have him and Amaterasu on board to take out the Sega tribe. It's the better play."
"Don't you dare doubt my ideas!" shouted Bowser, "I hired the Sega tribe to do just that! Phoenix will go first, cutting the head off the chicken. Amaterasu and Morrigan can leave whenever. Maybe they'll just quit like that Pudding bitch! Gwahahaha!"
"Damn it, Bowser! Why do you have to make our jobs that much harder? We had everything perfectly set to send Gum home tonight, and he had to come in and throw everything in for a loop. He's not the brains, so why is he leading us again?" - Marth
Rosalina shook her head, "It's not worth it. Gum's a physical threat, and she can beat us. It's smart to take out the physical threats while they are vulnerable."
Bowser growled, "You will not disobey the King! We are voting out Phoenix, and that is final! I expected this disloyalty from you two, but why you, Link? You were the good minion!"
"...Sorry Bowser. But it's the best move." frowned Link.
Bowser growled, and stomped away, mumbling and cursing to himself.
"This?! THIS IS THE NINTENDO TRIBE I RAISED FROM DAY 1?! I DIDN'T RAISE THIS TRIBE TO BE DISLOYAL TO THE KING! I will have my way tonight! No one will stop me from taking that damned lawyer out!" - Bowser
After a small bit of silence, Marth spoke up, "We can still vote Bow-"
"Can it," snapped Link, sighing a little, "I'm irritated about this whole thing. $#%% it, Marth, you were right. We should have thrown that challenge, and taken Bowser out. Just... gah!"
"Up until now, I've been able to keep Bowser under control, but now... he's trying to take over and unintentionally ruining our game in the process. At the rate he's going, no one from Nintendo will win this game." - Link
Phoenix joined up with them, eating a mango, "Did I... miss anything? I heard yelling?"
Rosalina looked over at him, "Phoenix, we really need your help right now. You need to work your magic on Morrigan.. otherwise you might be history tonight."
"Bowser's trying to get me out tonight?" questioned Phoenix, a tad surprised.
Link nodded, "And he's trying to get Sega to join him. If there's a tie, someone random is going home. Morrigan is the swing vote."
"What about the hidden immunity idol?" asked Phoenix, "One of them might have it?"
Link shrugged, "We have to take a risk on this one. If Sega has one, it can be used on any one of the three. Voting Gum is a risk, but it's worth it."
"This merge just turned hostile within like... two days of it starting. Bowser's trying to lead a charge to get me out, and Morrigan may not be on my side as I had originally thought. I need... need... NEED to get Morrigan to flip. Otherwise I'm going home." - Phoenix
Meanwhile, down by the beach, Reala was talking with Joe Musashi. They were going to join Gum and Morrigan to discuss the vote.
"Bowser just warned me a few minutes ago," explained Reala, "Nintendo's not entirely on board, and Gum is their target. Just... $#%$."
"Having second thoughts on dumping Gum?" asked Joe Musashi.
"Originally, I wanted to get rid of Gum if she was Nintendo's intended target, but now with everything shifting and changing... I just can't trust my safety if she's not here. I'm here to win, and Gum's a threat, but I can't win if I don't have reassurance. You see... Gum's that reassurance." - Reala
Reala nodded, "Just do it, Musashi. We haven't a choice in the matter. We'll have to blindside Gum later on if we're going to have any chance of winning. Final 4, perhaps?"
Joe Musashi nodded at his words, before they took a seat next to Morrigan and Gum once they got to them.
"Do we know anything you two?" asked Gum, "Like.. who are they targeting?"
Reala nodded, pointing at Gum, "Yeah, and it's going to be you, my dear Gum. However, do not fret, for Joe..." At that said, Joe Musashi pulled the hidden immunity idol out, "...has the hidden immunity idol. He's using it on you."
"Awesome! Musashi found the hidden immunity idol, and he's going to use it on me, surprise surprise, to turn the vote against the other tribe. This game is just starting to change, and I'm lovin' it!" - Gum
Gum smirked, hugging both guys tightly, "You guys plain rule! So... the target in mind?"
"Bowser set us up a vote, and it's going to be Phoenix. Whether he's lying or not will be tested tonight." smirked Reala.
Morrigan smirked, nodding her head, "Good. Serves him right for not joining us."
"I don't really agree with voting out Phoenix, as I think Marth and Link are larger threats, but in a way I'm very happy. Phoenix, I offered you a good spot in my alliance, and you shoved it in my face. So much for being the smartest man left in the game, huh?" - Morrigan
With a lot of scrambling going on before tribal, the tribe left for a crazy vote.
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The Segcomendo tribe arrived at tribal council.
"We'll now bring in the first member of the jury,"
"Wave, voted out at the last tribal council."
Wave was not wearing her bandana or glasses, and wore a black jumpsuit. She smiled at the others.
"The merge just began, three tribes into one unique tribe, and I bet we're in for some crazy nights. Not strange to have those nights in Survivor. Reala, what went down back at camp after the challenge?" asked Jeff.
"I must say we had a lot of scrambling back and forth. We're down to the Final 10, so I'm not surprised to see people trying their best to get the votes needed to stay, or get what they want." replied Reala.
"Gum, walking into this merge, there are three Sega, three Capcom, and four Nintendo. Does that make an impact on your decision, or is there more to it?" asked Jeff.
Gum shook her head.
"While there is an obvious Nintendo advantage here, my vote is purely based on who I can't trust. It's a game, and if you don't have my trust, you can't stay here." replied Gum.
Wave rolled her eyes.
"Phoenix, you seem very stressed tonight. Talk to me about your strategy tonight." asked Jeff.
"There's a good chance I'm going home tonight, and I've done everything I can to stay here. I've been in a good spot this far in the game, but I have to realize that my target is increasing. I've made my moves. Hope they work." replied Phoenix.
"Joe Musashi, before the merge, there were 6 Nintendos, and 4 Segas. Do you think post-swap relationships hold strong tonight?" asked Jeff.
"Not at all. But if I am mistaken tonight, and I go home, I will have a lot of questions to ask everyone left in the game. I do not expect those relationships to last." replied Joe Musashi.
"Rosalina, knowing you can't do anything to win immunity, what case do you make to save yourself?" asked Jeff.
"I don't feel in any danger right now. That's not saying I won't ever be in danger, but not being able to compete makes me feel vulnerable, and I hate not having the satisfaction of being safe." replied Rosalina.
"Okay, it's time to vote, Phoenix, you're up."
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Bowser's Vote: Bah, whatever. Be gone with you! (?)
Link's Vote: Bowser, Morrigan... please vote with us. Don't be stupid. (Gum)
Morrigan's Vote: Phoenix, you had this vote coming a mile away. You should have jumped ship when you could have. (Phoenix)
Phoenix's Vote: I apologize, but I must do whatever it takes to stay. (Gum)
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"Once the votes are read, the decision is final, pers-"
Joe Musashi stood up immediately, "Jeff. I have something to give you."
Everyone looked on as Joe Musashi walked up with the hidden immunity idol. Most of the Captendo 5 cursed silently.
"Who are you playing it on?" asked Jeff.
"...Gum." he replied, sitting back down. Link shook his head in anger, Phoenix threw his head down.
"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 Gum, will not count."
"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, Gum, doesn't count. (She smirked, nodding her head.)
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Gum, doesn't count.
Gum, doesn't count.
Gum, doesn't count.
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Gum, doesn't count. Still no votes for anyone. (Phoenix was awaiting the inevitable.)
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Phoenix. One vote Phoenix. (Link shook his head, while Morrigan smirked at Phoenix.)
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Phoenix. Two votes Phoenix. (Bowser shook his head, looking at his Nintendo tribe members.)
Ninth person voted out of Survivor Kattlelox Island, and the second member of our jury, Phoenix Wright. Tonight, only three votes are enough. You need to bring me your torch.
Phoenix nodded, grabbing his things and his torch. He gave Amaterasu a pat on the head before giving his torch up.
"Phoenix, the tribe has spoken."
He snuffed out his torch.
"Time for you to go."
Phoenix gave a nod, and left the tribal council area without another word. Link was furious over the results.
"With the successful lawyer voted out of the game, how will his exit change the game? I see a lot of shocked faces, some pissed faces, and some happy ones. This was a big blindside that I'm sure we won't forget. Grab your torches, and head on out. Good night."
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Phoenix's Final Words
"Somewhere along the way, I made a big mistake, and once this game is over, I'll watch it all over again to figure out where I went wrong. Maybe not aligning with Morrigan was the move that cost me the game? I left at the worst timing, and I can only wish the Captendo 5 all the luck in the world."
VOTE
Gum – Rosalina, Marth, Link, Amaterasu, and Phoenix (None of these counted)
Phoenix – Reala, Joe Musashi, Gum, Morrigan, and Bowser
The chests were determined by ! One of the few times I myself am shocked at what gives me to work with.
For this episode, I am happy to announce that the next three players to be confirmed for Unfinished Business are: NIGHTS(S19), OLIVIER(S20), and GALAXO(S5)!
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