Judging from the past three seasons (Gabon, Tocantins, Samoa), it seems like there’s a new unofficial Survivor rule. The young woman who’s the LEAST mactress-y (model + actress = mactress) MUST be voted out first. She must also meet at least one of the following qualifications:
- Being the smartest young woman
- Being the most athletic young woman
Meanwhile, the following types can NEVER be voted out first:
Weak, out-of-shape liberal old men with beer guts. Right, MIKE?
Weak, dumb young women who latch onto alpha males and ride their coattails, and then claim that they’re strong because they do cardio. Right, ASHLEY?
Jerks who weaken their tribe by stirring up trouble and sowing discord. Right, RUSSELL H. and BEN?
There is underground chatter that it’s Ben that is thrown out of the challenge.
There are some people who go through the previews frame by frame looking for clues. It seems in a couple of shots of the challenge all the players sitting out their turn move around on the bench but Ben stays in one spot.
Foa Foa Tribe (Yellow Buffs): Ashley, Ben, Betsy, Elizabeth, Jaison, Mick, Mike, Natalie, Russell H.
Galu Tribe (Purple Buffs): Brett, Dave, Erik, John, Kelly, Laura, Monica, Russell S., Shannon, Yasmin
Losers: Marisa
Episode 2 title: "Taking Candy From A Baby"
At Foa Foa, Russell H. continues to stir up trouble. And an extremely physical challenge leads to Jeff Probst throwing out a contestant.
Combined Reward/Immunity Challenge: Three players from each tribe will physically fight for possession of makeshift basketballs. They will then pass the balls to three of their tribemates standing on platforms, who will attempt to toss the balls into baskets on the far side of the court. The winning tribe gets fishing gear and immunity. The winners will also select one member to visit the opposite team's camp, where that person will get a clue to a hidden immunity idol and have an opportunity to make friends with contestants from the other tribe.
Spoilers (highlight to see):
Reward/Immunity Challenge Winner: Galu
Visits Opposing Camp: Yasmin
Voted Off: Betsy
I'll be back after the show with the recap.
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