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Post by Austin on Feb 10, 2019 17:30:46 GMT
So far here are my thoughts:
Kalamari Charity: Gonna be a dangerous girl if they let her make it through the tribal phase, I feel like people may make bigger moves with this twist and they may try to snatch her up if Shon ends up after her bc of Christen.
Shon: He seems to have the most connections (good and bad) that I've seen thus far, which is kinda making him paranoid but he is the most fun when he is a bit riled up. I hope he can get over the nervousness and figure out where he belongs.
Myvitamin Emily: She seems to be having the most fun on her tribe alongside Kaylee. They're forming quite a formidable alliance from the looks of it, we stan #Emilee if that's their ship name. I also love that she wants Mark to stay because of his rap videos, but honestly it may come in handy if they have a video challenge to keep him! I think she's gonna go deeeeep.
Kaylee: Muchlike Emily, she is having fun singing cute songs, luckily there isn't a copyright rule so Conquest will actually air it unlike Survivor. She seems intelligent and I hope she does well with the strategic aspect and makes sure her duo doesn't become too known if that's the route she's taking. Also I never wanna play with her bc she stalks people for strategic purposes which cracks me up but is so FUCKED UP LMFAO.
Mark: We had to root for him because of his MacDaddy rap. I hope he sticks around.
Sturlu Andrew: He sounds just like Noah but a little bit more tame, holy fuck. I feel bad that he is sick but glad he knows that he should be worried about the perception of the tribe if he does poorly due to it. Maybe they'll understand but who rly knows.
Izzy: Telling people you're gonna be a social threat of the season? Yes plz. We love Izzy because shes already sloppy and talking too much although she said she wasn't gonna. Girly, get it together and think before you speak. U in trouble gurl.
Jen: She seems super nice/sweet/social and will prob do very well but I'd have to cast a vote for her with 1 n just to piss her off. I hope someone does this, yes please.
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Post by Sherlip on Feb 10, 2019 18:00:54 GMT
I'm only gonna go off the people whose confessionals I watched so far:
Charity: Her reputation is definitely preceding her, which is not going to be a good sign for her unless she can create the connections she needs to keep herself safe early on. She's apparently the most drawn toward Brian, which is a huge mistake because Brian is a huge snake and you can't trust him as far as you can throw him. I think if she can make it to merge, she's gonna be a force to be reckoned with. She's also a comedic gold mine.
Shon: I like Shon but I feel like his paranoia is going to get to him. He notices connections between past players before even taking into account the current game, and I feel like he'll already be biased against certain people early on, which can really only hurt him.
Emily: Okay, I'll admit she kinda turned me off with her confessionals. She's someone that seems to not be very confident in herself despite having a ton of people that clearly enjoy her in games. She's very open about herself which I like and respect, but I'd think someone that seems as weathered as she is would be a little less... petty. Also the fact that she kinda drags on Mark along with Kaylee is a bit disheartening. Strategically, I think she'll do well, but hopefully this doesn't become Mean Girls with her and Kaylee.
Kaylee: I don't like her. She seems like one of those girls that parades around "OMG I'm so random" and she's just kinda coming off annoying to me. She also digs into people's ORG histories and that's gonna be nothing but bad for her, just like with Shon. Everyone knows everyone, it's 2019. Chill.
Andrew: Ooof his comments about Izzy will be a slap in the face to her. He's funny and sassy, and that's great energy, but him being sick is gonna be a bit of a setback. Hopefully he pulls through.
Izzy: Ugh, she's so energetic and bubbly, but I think she forgets that people in ORGs generally do not like the person that talks the most. She comes from games where nobody normally talks, but she's definitely overcompensating. I want her to go deep but she's rubbing people the wrong way and that might not help her cause.
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Post by Poteet on Feb 11, 2019 6:19:20 GMT
It seems that each tribe is undergoing similar trials - a few members playing too hard, a few not playing hard enough. I don't think we're getting anything particularly chaotic out of this round, but then again, we've only seen thoughts from half the cast and there's a lot of moving pieces still unaccounted for. Also, I'm super interested in seeing a first round Night round! Perfect way to begin this season.
I'd say Sturlu's Tribal Council will be the most interesting, at this point, but that could just be due to the limited confessionals. Nick is playing what may easily be the best long-term game this season, with everybody liking him amidst a rather divided tribe. I think Alex could also be in a good spot, but I could just as easily see him being the mutual target between this tribe's duos. Going into this, I'd say Andrew & Izzy are probably going to defeat Jenn & Taylor, and I easily see Taylor being the final boot in either a 4-2 or unanimous vote. However, if Jenn & Taylor stick together and stand their ground, there could be some really crazy fallout, especially if they do end up losing.
It seems Myvatn has the most obvious heirarchy, with Emily & Kaylee running the show, followed by the over-players Cameron & Noah and the perceived least active members in Doug & Mark. If this tribe loses, I'd struggle to see anybody but Mark leaving at this point (I'd consider Doug but even that's unlikely in my opinion), but who knows how quickly the tide can turn? I think that whatever happens, this vote will definitely end up unanimous, and while there's room here for crazy shit to happen, it probably won't be due to this vote.
Kalmar is another tribe that I think will end in a predictable result, but the tribe is super dynamic right now and all sorts of stuff can still unfold. Griffin is certainly making up for lost opportunity and really etching his name into this season, and I don't think anyone on this tribe can be counted out as a player right now. Brian and Charity can certainly still throw punches and climb the social ladder, and Lauren and Shon clearly have some plans in the mix. While I'd be surprised to see anyone but Stephanie be targeted, probably unanimously, I also think this tribe won the challenge and am interested in seeing if she can get back in the running and what can change before their next Tribal Council.
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Post by Jenn on Feb 11, 2019 20:37:26 GMT
Few thoughts and initial reactions to the cast or at least the few who have posted confessionals so far.
Charity - I played a game with her twin sister, and if they’re anything alike, I’m betting we see tears this season. I expect her to do somewhat well, since she always seems to and I think experience will help a lot of these players out with a newer cast. After watching Shon’s confessional though, if she really was making it that obvious she was digging for info by asking him about what he would do when voting her out... choices. That’s weird. I feel like it’s not a good sign that the two people who know her coming in, Shon and Brian, don’t want to invest fully into working with her. Who cares about hockey? Oh she’s cancelled.
Shon - Lowkey thinks he hates me from the a mini and he didn’t scream fun to me there, but I actually loved his first confessional. It was entertaining while still being informative enough about his thoughts on the game. I can’t decide if he’s overthinking everything already or if he’s just preparing for the worst. Wait, did he just say his showmance would be Griffin?
Emily - I think this is the perfect tribe for her because although her tribe does sound inactive aside from Kaylee, these people are disorganized enough for her to run circles around them. From the few updates we’ve had she already seems the most connected on her tribe and she also brought up the XTC connections. Why is she trying to be less selfish and more honest? Why would you mess with a winning strategy? Oh and I also want to know who took her headshot because that quality is clear as day. Queen of babysitting messy newbies.
Cameron - Little concerned because I picked him in suicide and he seems to only have two speeds, 0 or 100, and it’s pushing people away. I will support it though if it saves Mark. Did he make a boys alliance? Or one just without Noah? Imagine if him and Noah actually teamed up... WHEW. I totally get him wanting to bond with others about the whole mental health thing because that really brings people closer when you trust them with that, but the fact that it’s not coming off as genuine, at least to Emily is troubling.
Noah - I’ve always gotten along with Noah in minis game wise, but it’s almost like he used the same strategy in minis and ORGs. Just throw stuff at the wall and see what sticks or what you’re in the mood for. I originally thought Kaylee would want to stick to both him and Emily but I think Emily is too wary of him for that to happen. I want the satisfaction of him leaving right away solely for the fact of how many people picked him in suicide.
Mark - Okay king of not even being targeted even though he’s done nothing just because Cameron and Noah are after each other. We love a UTR strategy. Pool dunk. I worry for him wanting to play a genuine game and not lie or backstab because yikes, he’s got a big storm coming.
Andrew - First of all sir, please learn how to post video links properly, it’s not that hard. His impression and drag of everyone wanting to be “entertainer of the year online” is everything. He’s kind of funny actually. I like that he recognizes Izzy being loud as something he doesn’t like but could use to protect himself.
Stephanie - I don’t know what happened in the last few days but she’s in Brian’s good books as much as joining his ideal 4? Based on her intro video, I thought she’s either be difficult to connect with socially and leave early, or be one to watch out for and slide in between 4th to 6th. I appreciate she seems to be more active now, but Brian said she’s throwing out making a group and stuff and you never want to be that leader person who’s going to take the fall if it goes sideways. I support her and Griffin talking hockey on the tribe call. Yes, team up, make the Conquest (Stanley “Mug”) Finals!
Griffin - I’ve never seen someone type so much in a confessional while really saying nothing. I liked his original strategy of just focusing on the social game and ride the middle but other than that it’s just really vague facts being stated.
Jenn - Saying Taylor is her #1... a girl?! Alert the press!
Taylor - She’s monotone but something about her voice is a bit soothing? Like she’s be good at ASMR. LOL. Okay both Taylor and Jenn throwing up a peace sign at the end of their confessionals... conspiracy!
Izzy - Taking notes on everyone is a mood. I think like 2 or 3 people on her tribe have already said she talks a lot and it could be a problem, so hopefully she calms down a bit once she had a solid group. Her comparing Kaylee to Raini Rodriguez...WIG! That’s actually so funny.
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Post by Casey on Feb 12, 2019 5:11:34 GMT
Wow what a round! A lot of these players posted really short confessionals or confessionals way early so thoughts are limited.
Let's start with Myvatn! Overall, this tribe was a bit quiet judging from Kaylee and Emily's confessionals. Kaylee and Emily have formed an alliance, and they make music and it is the best. We stan. Honestly theyve been the most fun. This tribe seemed pretty divided in terms of alliances. Kaylee and Emily entered into a 3-person alliance with Noah. Emily and Kaylee noticed how messy he was and decided to drop his ass. They discovered Mark's amazing music career. I just gotta say MACDADDY is banger. That flute solo.... flawless. However, Doug and Mark weren't around too much? Early in the day Emily and Kaylee are willing to tie it for Cameron.... a strange move I think for Emily. I like that Emily is on this tribe it challenges her. Cameron goes missing before tribal and Emily and Kaylee jump ship. Cameron doesnt vote...yikes. At least he didnt go home. Hopefully he shows back up to kinda keep the tribe split up. Also Noah should no better than to a. Just throw out that the people on the tribe call should be an alliance and b. to leave emily out of it and kaylee in it? Like did he not think that was gonna get out? What happened to those 13 or 14 games, did he learn nothing??? He can die so Cameron can live. I expected more out of Doug, but he is on to Emily so that is something to watch. Overall, we stan Emily, Kaylee and Mark's music career.
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This tribe was really hard to talk about because Alex and Nick didnt post a confessional and Jenn and Andrew posted theirs kinda early. So it seemed what happen was dudebro Alex tried to make an alliance night 1 without Andrew and Taylor. But it didnt seem like people were very into it, esp the girls. Izzy seems to really like Andrew, while he thinks shes talking too much. Knowing Andrew he may very well change his mind, I thought he would mesh well with the girls but not as much with the guys, maybe him and nick will bond over college survivor tho who knows. It seems like Izzy and Jenn went to Taylor and Andrew about the alliance and I think the 4 were also on a tribe call at some point. Overall, it seems like the girls are calling the shots and somewhat working together which we love a girls alliance. Overall it seems like Alex stuck out as overplaying, he voted for Andrew who was sick earlier in teh round. Hard to say if things will change, Alex seemed very confident that he wasnt going anywhere. As someone who was in a similar position with this twist, it is really hard to tell in these beginning stages.
And last but not least Kalmar. I'm kinda shocked they lost, I saw them being the dominant tribe but I guess not... On this tribe we stan Griffin! I feel so bad that he was left out, I hope he makes his way back in but I feel like that would only happen if the vote flipped onto Charity. Shon is in an interesting position and I think this was a bad round for him to go to tribal. He really exposed himself and Griffin could go after him but based on his confessional he might not. I think Charity is in danger really soon, all the experienced orgers on her tribe are kinda wary of her either because of her or her sisters rep and its hurting her. I think she really has to use these next few days to her advantage or I can see them taking an early shot at her. Steph really stepped it up and called a shot this round, which was iconic to watch. I think she is pretty secure for the future! Brian is hilarious I hope he stays around for a while. Overall, a very interesting dynamic going forward.
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Post by Nick on Feb 12, 2019 5:32:43 GMT
I want to do this post before the round gets away from me so the players can have some shit to read postgame
(looks at the VL from the past few seasons) MYVATN ft. John's thoughts after night 1
Stars of this tribe this round were Emily and Kaylee. Currently they look like the strongest duo in the game, and they both haven't had any negative comments thrown their way. They both has a 3 person alliance with Noah (Noah then has another with Kaylee), one with Cameron, and they both mentioned pushing to form a 3 person group with Mark. Putting in that work. I'm especially proud of Kaylee for coming in and playing hard but not overplaying in the way that Noah or Cam were, she's definitely trying to show more restraint and so far it's working for her. Emily is typical Emily, not that we expected anything less. I also think that had Cam been around today, she would've got her way with Noah being the boot, but, it's probably best for her it shook down like it did. Plus, they discovered Mark's iconic youtube channel. Entertainment in thriving with these two.
Also, quick shoutout to Mark. We were all nervous for him after the first two nights but he rebounded fairly quickly and wasn't even considered a vote. In fact, he was almost the swing vote tonight and could easily become part of the 3 person alliance with Kaylee and Emily, which would likely be the most stable alliance on this tribe.
Gifs of the round:
Bonus gif!Sturlu ft. John's thoughts after night 1
The audio message is from Alex and says: "I D K if this is my confessional box or what, but thank you guys for giving me the tribe with the two young girls; I can definitely work with that."
Star of the tribe this round for the tribe is hard to say, but I'm going to go with Jenn. Izzy just seemed to sporadic while Jenn calmly stated that she wanted to ensure Taylor stayed after Taylor's rocky start, identified her as her #1, and pushed Alex's name because she didn't know where she stood with him. She approached it very calmly from my perspective and that is the type of Jenn we need to see this season. Plus, she aligned with a girl! Break that false narrative Jenn!
Gifs of the round!
Bonus Gif! KALMAR ft. John's thoughts after night 1Star of the tribe this round was Stephanie. I don't know how she did it, but she went from dead woman walking to controlling the vote. She came to play last night, initially bonding with Charity and then with Shon, and all it took was a simple sentence: "I want to work with the more experienced players." It'll be interesting to see where she plays her game from here, because Shon should take more of the blame from Griffin than her regarding the Lauren vote out, but it'll depend on the damage control effort she puts in. A cold war is brewing between Charity and Shon, and Stephanie has to do is stay out of the way. Great, and unexpected, rebound for her over the course of this round.Gif of the RoundAlso, I just have to point out that John's standouts for Sturlu and Kalmar after night 1 were Alex - who would've been voted out 5-1 - and Griffin - who voted in the minority 4-2 at the tribal that counted. So night 1, and round 1, don't have to determine the direction of your game, but we'll see if it does for these players, or if any of them are able to bounce back.
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