Topic: S26 EP 12 "The Beginning of the End"

[Reilly Queens]

TWO IMMUNITY CHALLENGES AND TWO TRIBAL COUNCILS RAISE THE STAKES, FORCING CASTAWAYS TO CONSIDER BIG MOVES ON THEIR BIGGEST THREATS, ON “SURVIVOR: CARAMOAN – FANS VS. FAVORITES,” WEDNESDAY, MAY 1

           "The Beginning of the End” — Two immunity challenges and two Tribal Councils raise the stakes, forcing castaways to consider big moves on their biggest threats, on SURVIVOR: CARAMOAN – FANS vs. FAVORITES, Wednesday, May 1 (8:00-9:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

[Bwils927]

Hoping both my boys can survive tonight. I'm predicting one S R US will go, and one of Eddie/Reynold will go.

[Glamazon Racer]

Episode starts with Reynold & Eddie feeling their backs against the wall but still relieved that they are at least still in the game.

Treemail reveals an Immunity CHallenge leaving some people shocked. Erik says they must win Immunity and vote Reynold out if he loses.

[Glamazon Racer]

An exciting challenge that's all about balance. Eddie jumped off early in exchange for doughnuts, but Reynold battled through the challenge until the Final Three, when he could hang on no longer.

Andrea and Brenda were left and neither wanted to jump off. After three hour of battling, they made their own rules for the challenge - to go on one foot, which Jeff described as 'historic;. Brenda couldn't hang on and Andrea won Immunity AND a clue for the game.

[Glamazon Racer]

Back at camp, Andrea shares her idol clue with everybody. They start digging and soon Erik finds it and immediately gives it to Andrea. Has this guy learned nothing from Micronesia? But yay @ Andrea having the idol. <3

Andrea starts talking about blindsiding Brenda who has not angered anybody and been a strong challenge contender. Everyone is talking about the right time for a blindside.

The votes are cast. Brenda voted for Reynold. They will be read after the break!

[WinTar]

Lol @ Erik giving the HII to Andrea. 

[Air]

Ew Andrea WTF are you doing?

Leave Brenda alone gosh.

[Declive]

Oh gosh.

[WinTar]

Was Reynold voted out?

[Glamazon Racer]

Votes:

ERIK
SHERRI
REYNOLD
EDDIE
REYNOLD
EDDIE
REYNOLD
REYNOLD

Reynold went 4-2-1-1 in a split vote.

Straight after, Andrea was talking to Cochran about taking out Brenda or Dawn, but Cochran told the two of them and that group now wants to target Andrea if she doesn't play the idol.

Erik wins Immunity. Jeff says that the last time he did that, he gave it away and was voting out and asks if that could happen again.

[Glamazon Racer]

Ew Andrea WTF are you doing?

Leave Brenda alone gosh.

LOOOL

Racer vs Airlines <3

LOL

I have a bad feeling my goddess is gonna be targeted. She's clearly the smartest one there.

[Declive]

Reynold and Phillip gone and the game starts to make no sense to me 

[Air]

Ew Andrea WTF are you doing?

Leave Brenda alone gosh.

LOOOL

Racer vs Airlines <3

LOL

I have a bad feeling my goddess is gonna be targeted. She's clearly the smartest one there.

I want to see Caramoan Andrea vs Nicaragua Brenda or them aligning <333333333333

[WinTar]

Was Reynold voted out?

Yes he was voted out.

Both alliances split their votes. Meaning Edward, Reynold, Sherri and Erik got votes.

Thanks! Internet was lagging when I was watching through live stream.

[Glamazon Racer]

I'm holding a candlelight vigil tonight, if anybody is interested.

[Polaroid]

BRENDA <33333333333333

That blindside was awesome.

[WinTar]

Damn. Andrea's out.

[Air]

 

I'm holding a candlelight vigil tonight, if anybody is interested.

I'll be there on AIM.

[Glamazon Racer]

Please hold while I singe my skull.

[WinTar]

Loved Andrea's reactions when the votes were being read.

[Glamazon Racer]

I'm holding a candlelight vigil tonight, if anybody is interested.

lol I'll join we can do a double Dawn (in Karamoan) and Andrea vigil

Good idea.

[Glamazon Racer]

Andrea took it good in her goodbye confessional.

Yeah. She did. Hope she gets to play again.

Next week on Survivor... people are targeting COchran, and there is a loved one visit that could change everything.

[Air]

[katiebitchler]*took it WELL[/katiebitchler]

[Bwils927]

Love IT! That was just gold. I like Andrea, but I did not mind that at ALL! Lol at Reynold & Eddie voting for Erik & Sherri out of spite. Scenes from next episode: Erik foreshadows what I would do everyday if I was on Survivor (look for food while screaming about it) and Sherri is on the ground bawling during the loved one visit, while Erik and Dawn are in tears as well.

And anyone pick up on Malcolm and Reynold with the mustaches emulating the real 3 amigos? That's classic! 

[Glamazon Racer]

I kinda wished Andrea gave the necklace to Eddie on her way out, just to shake up the game even more. And it would've been #revenge lol.

[Bwils927]

I kinda wished Andrea gave the necklace to Eddie on her way out, just to shake up the game even more. And it would've been #revenge lol.

THIS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[WinTar]

Question: Why are there lots of splitting votes this season?

[Glamazon Racer]

Question: Why are there lots of splitting votes this season?

People are worried about idols being played, and splitting it is safer.

[Glamazon Racer]

Now that Andrea is gone, I like everyone left, but don't love any of them except an invisible Brenda.

[Bwils927]

Eddie's beard is getting out of control. Only 1 or 2 more episodes till he can get rid of that thing.

[Bwils927]

Question: Why are there lots of splitting votes this season?

People are worried about idols being played, and splitting it is safer.

Example: Tyson. Switched his vote during a split, and basically votes himself out by doing so.

[Jobby]

Andrea VS Brenda... my heart is with Brenda. And then she didn't win.

Erik found the Idol... but hands it to Andrea. Quoting Cochran, "that guy never learn".

Cochran: This game is about timing.
Me: HELL YEA.

And... first tribal council. I.. am starting to dislike Andrea.

Bye Reynold (don't know the results... but it's kinda obvious).

[Jobby]

"This time I've learnt"... no Erik, you didn't. -_-

[Jobby]

Brenda: You are a sneaky sneaky little girl, always ready to blindside someone... but I think you are not ready for this one. <3

Brenda <33333333333

[Jobby]

THE VOTE WAS CRAZY.

BRENDA 2
EDDIE 2
ANDREA 3...

OMG. THAT WAS EXCITING.

[Jobby]

Question: Why are there lots of splitting votes this season?

People are worried about idols being played, and splitting it is safer.

I agree. Instead of like maybe... 5 votes Andrea, and if Andrea plays the idol, the 2 votes which Andrea and Eddie cast for Brenda will send her home. Splitting votes among the 5 of them meant that, 3 votes can go to Andrea, and the other 2 go to Eddie. If Andrea uses her idol, it means it will be a tie between Eddie and Brenda. Of which, Eddie will go home because the remaining 4 will still vote Eddie and not Brenda.

It's like.. a skill and takes a very skilful player to do a splitting votes blindside. This is a good blindside and Andrea's gonna remember it.

[Jobby]

I really like Andrea this season, but I think she failed to see that she's a threat herself (and I completely recognize that and give her credit for it).

She played a hard game, has the Idol, and her downfall.. I would say... Is probably too trusting of her alliance members, even though she DOESN'T have a good overall relationship with them. For example, Dawn and Cochran are tight, and that's why they will never vote for each other and completely trust the things that they tell one another. For Andrea... she simply TRUSTED too much, with people whom she isn't even really close with. She thinks she's close with Cochran, but doesn't even tell him anything or strike a F3 deal. She wants to be close to Eddie, but yet continuously kept him on the outside.

I think Andrea lacked the social game and the EQ to deal with people, which Cochran shows how well he has done it this episode. Completely beautiful blindside, and Andrea had it coming for constantly mentioning about the blindside. One thing you learn on Survivor... you don't mention about blindside first, unless you are the ring leader... or you are sure you have a couple of people you are ABSOLUTELY trusting. Andrea thought she had a tight group... but obviously that's not the case.

Sad to see Andrea go... but like all other more memorable players... let's embrace Malcolm and Andrea for another third showing in this game... soon. -_-

[Air]

"This time I've learnt"... no Erik, you didn't. -_-

Well I'm probably the only one but giving up the HII was actually a good move because when the entire tribe knows you have the HII an enormous target painted on their back.

[Bwils927]

Here is a not so interesting record:
This season has the most people with posession of idols that they did not find, with 3:

Malcolm was in possession of the second Gota idol found by Reynold.
Eddie was in possession of the Bikal idol found by Malcolm.
Andrea was in posession of the second merge idol found by Erik.

[Bwils927]

Right now, Cochran is probably in the best position, and Dawn as his second person. If Brenda or Erik goes up against these 2 in the finals, they have no shot. In fact I think Cochran would win against every single person in this game except Eddie. That being said, Erik, Brenda and Sherri would be best off if Eddie goes next, since he is a threat in challenges and could win his way to the F3 and win (which is what i want to happen.) Then they take out Cochran and Dawn, and Erik Sherri and Brenda can go to the F3. Sherri is out because 3 amigos + Michael would never vote for her. I also highly doubt that Cochran would. That leaves Erik and Brenda. I'm pretty sure she gets all the amigos votes, plus Andrea. I think that Phillip votes for Sherri, and possibly Dawn. Michael for Erik, and probably Cochran for Brenda.  I'll put this in bold in case people will look over this:

IF THIS SCENARIO HAPPENS THAN THE WINNER OF SURVIVOR WILL BE THE BELOVED BRENDA LOWE!!!!!!!!!

[Reilly Queens]

I dont think Brenda has a winner edit

[Bwils927]

I dont think Brenda has a winner edit

To quote one of the dumbest players ever, "Keep hope alive!"

[Jobby]

I kinda wished Andrea gave the necklace to Eddie on her way out, just to shake up the game even more. And it would've been #revenge lol.

That would have been one of the greatest Survivor move ever as well.

[Jobby]

Cochran is going all the way to the end and winning it all.. unless people actually like Dawn and thinks she's played a good awesome game. Survivor gets boring these days towards the end. Last season was interesting because we really don't know who will win until the votes were revealed.

[Glamazon Racer]

Cochran is going all the way to the end and winning it all.. unless people actually like Dawn and thinks she's played a good awesome game. Survivor gets boring these days towards the end. Last season was interesting because we really don't know who will win until the votes were revealed.

The only reason last season was interesting towards the end was because it seemed likely that it would be a Final Two. But once it became clear that it was a Final Three, it was pretty clear that a Matsing would (unfortunately) win, depending on which one survived that Final 4 Tribal.

But yeah, recent seasons have gotten quite boring towards the end. I hope it is not the case with this season, which has been really exciting thus far.

I kinda wished Andrea gave the necklace to Eddie on her way out, just to shake up the game even more. And it would've been #revenge lol.

That would have been one of the greatest Survivor move ever as well.

Yes it would have.

[Bwils927]

Cochran is going all the way to the end and winning it all.. unless people actually like Dawn and thinks she's played a good awesome game. Survivor gets boring these days towards the end. Last season was interesting because we really don't know who will win until the votes were revealed.

The only reason last season was interesting towards the end was because it seemed likely that it would be a Final Two. But once it became clear that it was a Final Three, it was pretty clear that a Matsing would (unfortunately) win, depending on which one survived that Final 4 Tribal.

But yeah, recent seasons have gotten quite boring towards the end. I hope it is not the case with this season, which has been really exciting thus far.

One World was insanely boring at the end......The final 3 was obvious and the winner was obvious. And Leif wasn't there

[coolio]

Cochran is going all the way to the end and winning it all.. unless people actually like Dawn and thinks she's played a good awesome game. Survivor gets boring these days towards the end. Last season was interesting because we really don't know who will win until the votes were revealed.

The only reason last season was interesting towards the end was because it seemed likely that it would be a Final Two. But once it became clear that it was a Final Three, it was pretty clear that a Matsing would (unfortunately) win, depending on which one survived that Final 4 Tribal.

But yeah, recent seasons have gotten quite boring towards the end. I hope it is not the case with this season, which has been really exciting thus far.

One World was insanely boring at the end......The final 3 was obvious and the winner was obvious. And Leif wasn't there

How was Leif exciting at all?

[MrDeerShank]

Cochran is going all the way to the end and winning it all.. unless people actually like Dawn and thinks she's played a good awesome game. Survivor gets boring these days towards the end. Last season was interesting because we really don't know who will win until the votes were revealed.

The only reason last season was interesting towards the end was because it seemed likely that it would be a Final Two. But once it became clear that it was a Final Three, it was pretty clear that a Matsing would (unfortunately) win, depending on which one survived that Final 4 Tribal.

But yeah, recent seasons have gotten quite boring towards the end. I hope it is not the case with this season, which has been really exciting thus far.

One World was insanely boring at the end......The final 3 was obvious and the winner was obvious. And Leif wasn't there

How was Leif exciting at all?

[Jobby]

Actually, I honestly thought that Lisa was going to win based on the jury Q&A. Denise was like ALL YOU PEOPLE BETTER VOTE FOR ME BECAUSE I ATTENDED EVERY TRIBAL COUNCIL AND I OUTWITTED, OUTPLAYED, OUTLASTED ALL OF YOU. And the jury replies to her were pretty much... negative as well.

And when the votes were revealed, I was like... WELL, DENISE DESERVED TO WIN... But I really for a moment thought Lisa HAD IT!

Right now the edit seemed plain obvious that Cochran is going to win. But with a jury with many favourites, you really never know. Parv won over Amanda as well, whom everyone thought played a hard game but when it came down to the jury... Amanda is just......a flop.

Gonna watch the most recent episode to see if there are more revealings or not. Whatever it is, Sherri and Erik has zero chances of winning, Brenda and Eddie need to make it to the end for the win other wise they will be voted off... and it's really down to Dawn and Cochran as this season's winner.

[Bwils927]

Cochran is going all the way to the end and winning it all.. unless people actually like Dawn and thinks she's played a good awesome game. Survivor gets boring these days towards the end. Last season was interesting because we really don't know who will win until the votes were revealed.

The only reason last season was interesting towards the end was because it seemed likely that it would be a Final Two. But once it became clear that it was a Final Three, it was pretty clear that a Matsing would (unfortunately) win, depending on which one survived that Final 4 Tribal.

But yeah, recent seasons have gotten quite boring towards the end. I hope it is not the case with this season, which has been really exciting thus far.

One World was insanely boring at the end......The final 3 was obvious and the winner was obvious. And Leif wasn't there

How was Leif exciting at all?

Because Leif is just amazing.

[coolio]

Cochran is going all the way to the end and winning it all.. unless people actually like Dawn and thinks she's played a good awesome game. Survivor gets boring these days towards the end. Last season was interesting because we really don't know who will win until the votes were revealed.

The only reason last season was interesting towards the end was because it seemed likely that it would be a Final Two. But once it became clear that it was a Final Three, it was pretty clear that a Matsing would (unfortunately) win, depending on which one survived that Final 4 Tribal.

But yeah, recent seasons have gotten quite boring towards the end. I hope it is not the case with this season, which has been really exciting thus far.

One World was insanely boring at the end......The final 3 was obvious and the winner was obvious. And Leif wasn't there

How was Leif exciting at all?

Because Leif is just amazing.

Please name 5 amazing things Leif did. Thx

[Bwils927]

1. That hat!
2. The double barrel roll in the water slide challenge.
3. Epic reaction to winning the barbecue.
4. Being in the misfit alliance
5. One of 2 people to try to vote out who was the obvious winner at that point.

(Bonus)
6. Working out like a maniac at Ponderosa.
 6a. Bench pressing with a piece of bamboo and water jugs

[coolio]

1. That hat!
2. The double barrel roll in the water slide challenge.
3. Epic reaction to winning the barbecue.
4. Being in the misfit alliance
5. One of 2 people to try to vote out who was the obvious winner at that point.

(Bonus)
6. Working out like a maniac at Ponderosa.
 6a. Bench pressing with a piece of bamboo and water jugs

1: Wow, a fedora.
2: Ok, that was cool I guess.
3: If by epic you mean annoying and cocky, then sure.
4: oh, yeah. They were great. Which one of them won again?
5: And then he was voted out. So...
6: well duh. He had food then.

[Bwils927]

He's just a great guy, and he'll always be one of my favorites. He was just fun to watch.

[Air]

I legitimately cannot remember a single thing that came out of Leif's mouth.

[Bwils927]

"BAARRRRBAHHHHCUUUUEEEEEEE!"

And another awesome thing:

Taking down Michael, the biggest guy out there, in the water basketball challenge.

[Alfwin]

Not everything is about challenges. That is partially why I am never putting this season in my Top 5, the lack of mental challenges.

[Jobby]

Yup! Where are the puzzles this season???

[Glamazon Racer]

I'm fine with a lack of puzzles, but to get rid of them altogether has been ridiculous... unless you count building that ladder that Erik won.

[Jobby]

Prediction this finale:

Brain: Cochran
Heart: Brenda Sherri
Gut: Cochran

If Sherri pulls a win, we have an extremely bitter jury. But unlikely so. Jeff will most likely be the happiest guy alive.

[Glamazon Racer]

I don't even know it is worth watching it considering the players left. But I will.

[Air]

You get to see Brendrea at the reunion

[Glamazon Racer]

You get to see Brendrea at the reunion

Just about the only worthwhile reason to tune in. That, and the Specialist.

[Air]

You get to see Brendrea at the reunion

Just about the only worthwhile reason to tune in. That, and the Specialist.

And Corinne <3333333333333 I forgot about her.

And Laura too <3

[Glamazon Racer]

You get to see Brendrea at the reunion

Just about the only worthwhile reason to tune in. That, and the Specialist.

And Corinne <3333333333333 I forgot about her.

And Laura too <3

Yes, those robbed prejurors. <3

[Jobby]

One thing for sure we won't see Brandon.

[Leafsfan.]

The pre jurors will be sitting in the audience according to Corrine. She is not happy.