The situation in China right now looks a lot like how it was on All-Stars at the merge.
All-Stars: Boston Rob/Amber at the top of the pecking order; Jenna, Rupert, Tom, and Alicia lower-ranking members of the dominant alliance; Lex, Kathy, and Shii Ann on the outside.
China: Todd/Amanda at the top of the pecking order; Denise, James, Courtney, Jean-Robert, and Frosti lower-ranking members of the dominant alliance; Jaime, Peih-Gee, and Erik on the outside.
Will the others realize the power of the dangerous duo of Todd and Amanda, or will they let them coast to victory like what happened with Rob and Amber in All-Stars?
“You thought you had me, didn’t you, John? Well, let me give you a little advice. If you ever go to Vegas...always bet on black.” - Sean, Survivor: Marquesas
If these survivors were "smart", Courtney would have been gone a LONG time ago, especially after that frail attempt at cutting ropes. Of course "IF" they were smart, we wouldn't be able to yell at the tv saying what idiots they were and that would spoil our fun.
The ones in peril now will be John Rudebert for his lack of character and manners and James is now a threat for his strength, but these two will probably not be voted off until after they eliminate some of the other tribe first.
From the previews James finds the other hidden immunity and next week is definitely the merge per tvguide.
I would say most likely Jamie goes next. I believe Peih-Gee will use her conniving skills to hook up with the Todd, Amanda and the others in his alliance to carry her a little farther in this game.