A New Little Voice in My Head

A New Little Voice in My Head is the 90 minute, premiere episode of Survivor: Guyana

Challenges
Immunity Challenge: Quest for Fire Tribes must guide a raft they light a series of torches along the way. Throughout the challenge, tribe members must have a hand touch the raft at all times. Upon reaching shore, the tribe must light the remaining torches before climbing a 30-foot tower and igniting it. The first two tribes to climb to the top of a 30-foot tower and ignite it with their torch win immunity and reward.

Reward: A massive fire-making kit for the winning tribe, including two full bundles of chopped firewood and essential items not retrieved on the supply run. Second place tribe only receives essential items not retrieved on supply run.

Day 1
Ominous music begins to play as the scene opens up and we see a shot of a thin cloud before zooming in to show a wide view of the Atlantic Ocean. As the music picks up, the camera transitions to shots of various wildlife native to the Guyanan landscape, as well as stunning scenery, including that of the Kaieteur Falls. The footage then switches back to the ocean as the music begins to pick up, where a cruise ship soon comes into view. The camera continues to zoom in until Jeff Probst himself appears on the screen, ready to introduce this season of Survivor.

''Various shots now appear showing some of the 16 new castaways individually as they sit on the cruise ship, most of them not looking directly into the camera, but rather appearing to be looking past it, or simply staring into space. Eventually, the camera settles on a young African-American woman with long, black hair, wearing a teal dress and glasses.''

Following Anu's confessional, a young man with blonde hair wearing an un-zipped gold hoodie, a blue tank-top, and a pair of slim-fitting, dark wash blue jeans appears on the screen, nodding to himself as the scene switches to his confessional.

''After Kye's confessional, the next person to appear on the screen is a man in his mid-thirties with dark hair and wearing a red vest. The man is smiling widely as the scene switches to his confessional.''

''Once the camera fades out of Arthur's confessional, a young woman with short, strawberry-blonde hair appears wearing a pearl necklace, a pink top and a white skirt that stops just above her knees. This young woman also has a big smile on her face, as she can be seen practically bouncing up and down with excitement as the scene switches to her confessional.''

After Charmer's confessional, a few more shots of various castaways appear on the screen as Jeff Probst continues to narrate.

Jeff Probst (Voice-Over): They have not spoken to each other, but first impressions are already forming.

''Just as Probst says this, Charmer appears on the screen once again. The camera then begins to zoom out until a young woman with brown hair and glasses, wearing a blue sweater appears on the screen. This young woman is looking towards Charmer appearing both disgusted and angry as the scene switches to her confessional.''

''Following Jessica B.'s confessional, the camera switches over to show an older gentlemen with a thick, red mustache, who is wearing a blue, button-down shirt and black dress pants. This gentleman is looking in the direction of a tall, Hispanic woman with dark, brown hair, wearing a black tank top and blue jeans. After a couple of moments, the scene switches to the gentleman's confessional.''

''Once Pat's confessional has finished, the scene switches back to the cruise ship for a brief moment before switching over to a scene on land. A beige truck then comes into the frame with eight people sitting in the cargo bed. Soon, Probst continues narrating as we once again hear his voice-over.''

''Jeff Probst (Voice-Over): What these new castaways do not know however, is that they are not alone. Eight people from the past four seasons are back for a shot at redemption. Some made it fairly far during their season and generated strong opinions from fans...''

The camera focuses on a young woman of Chinese descent with a confident smirk on her face.

The scene switches back to the truck as Probst continues his voice-over.

''Jeff Probst (Voice-Over): ... while others had their run cut short, failing to even make the merge.''

''A blonde woman in her mid-thirties comes onto the screen. She is looking around and taking deep breaths, appearing to be soaking it all in as the scene switches to her confessional.''

The scene switches out of Kelly-Ann's confessional, and returns to the boat, where Probst can be seen standing.



''After the intro plays, the ominous music returns as the scene moves back to the ship that the new castaways are arriving on. Jeff Probst is shown stepping out in front of the newbies, ready to address them for the first time.''

Jeff Probst: Come on in, guys!

The 16 newbies make their way towards where the host is standing, and stand or sit in front of him in a cluster near the edge of the ship.

Jeff Probst: Welcome... to Survivor: Guyana!

Most of the newbies break out into applause and cheering upon hearing this announcement, except notably Jessica B. and a young Asian man in a pinstriped, button-down shirt, who Probst calls upon.

Jeff Probst: Young man on the end.

Neville: I'm Neville, sir. Neville Yoong.

Jeff Probst (Sassy): I noticed you were one of only a couple people not clapping or cheering. What's the matter? You not excited to be here.

Neville begins to blush slightly as a few castaways chuckle a bit at the host's witty remark.

Neville (Slightly awkwardly): I am... I'm just not the cheering type.

Jeff Probst: Alright Neville, on a more serious note, looking at the people around you, what's the first thing that comes to mind?

Neville (Shrugs): They're my competition, Jeff. It'll be nice to get to know some of them, I guess. But at the end of the day, we're all fighting for the same thing.

Most of the newbies are shown nodding in agreement with Neville's statement.

Jeff Probst: Woman in the back, with the black tank top.

Jessica M.: Jessica.

Jeff Probst: So Je—

Jessica B. (Putting hand up; Interrupting): Excuse me, but do you have a last name, or at least a last initial? (Glares at Jessica M.) I'm also a Jessica, Jessica Brennar, to be precise, and if we're here doing introductions, we need to be able to distinguish ourselves from each other.

Most of the cast, especially Jessica M. and Probst himself, are taken aback by Jessica B.'s biting remark.

Jessica M. (Dramatically rolling eyes; Crossing arms): It's Mendez. I'm sure Jeff would've been smart enough to address that without being rudely interrupted, but whatever.

Jessica B. (Crosses arms): Not my fault you assumed you were the only Jessica here. No need to give me attitude, lady. At least Neville knows what's up.

Jessica M. (Bewildered): O... kay then.

Jeff Probst: So Jessica M., how much of an impact do you think first impressions have on the game?

Jessica M. (Side-eyeing Jessica B.): First impressions can be huge, Jeff, especially if they are negative. People are naturally going to want to align with someone they like at first, so picking fights, or just being an overall negative presence is about the worst mistake you can make early on.

Jessica B. simply exhales as Probst moves on.

Jeff Probst: Woman in the back, with the long, blonde hair!

Bernadette (Excited): I'm Bernadette, Jeff! If there's another Bernadette out here, my last name is Kampen. Or you can all just call me Bernie if it's easier! Thank you for acknowledging me, by the way!

Jeff Probst: You are very welcome, Bernadette. I appreciate your enthusiasm. What would you say is the most exciting thing about the start of a new season?

Bernadette: Oooh, that's a toughie, because the beginning of a season is always so exciting for so many reasons, not the least of which being that moist excitement I feel within myself upon seeing your beautiful dimples for the first time each premiere episode, especially now that we are face to face.

Jeff Probst and a few other castaways are caught off guard by the host's remark, with the host visibly speechless for a brief moment while Bernadette, Charmer, and a man beside Charmer in a purple shirt and teal scarf laugh.

Jessica B. (Under breath): Oh for f*** sake.

Jeff Probst: Well... thank you, Bernadette. I am flattered to be the thing you most look forward to at the start of a season.

Bernadette (Smiling widely): You're welcome, Jeffrey. I'd also like to add just meeting all of the lovely faces on my tribe is almost just as exciting for me right now as looking at your dimples.

Jeff Probst: Thank you for bringing that up, Bernadette, because now is that time where you find out what tribes you will be on.

Jeff reaches down and picks up two bags that are at his feet.

Jeff Probst: When I can your name, please set forward and retrieve your buff. If you receive a teal-blue buff, you are on Wai Wai. If you get a yellow buff, you are on Ingarikó.

Jeff reaches into the blue bag and pulls out a buff.

Jeff Probst: First member of Wai Wai… Jessica... M.

''Jessica M. approaches Probst and takes the buff from him. The host then directs her to stand in a space behind him to his right.''

Jeff Probst: First member of Ingarikó… Aleigha.

''A tattooed girl with half her head shaved and the other half being long, black hair steps forward and takes the yellow buff from Probst. Jeff then directs Aleigha to stand in a space behind him to his left.''

Jeff Probst: Next member of Wai Wai… Pat.

Pat smiles widely and says "Yes" to himself as he walks over to take the buff from Probst, then join Jessica M. The two castaways exchange a quick hug as Probst pulls out the next buff.

Jeff Probst: Next member of Ingarikó… Elvis.

''A man in his 40s wearing a purple shirt and a teal scarf flicks the scarf over his left shoulder as he takes his yellow buff and makes his way over to Aleigha. Elvis and Aleigha also exchange a hug as Probst moves on.''

Jeff Probst: Next member of Wai Wai… Whitney.

A woman in her 30s wearing a yellow top and a blue hat takes her buff and joins Jessica M. and Pat.

Jeff Probst: Next member of Ingarikó… Bernadette.

''Bernadette cheers and waves her arms in the air as she makes her way over to Probst. She hugs the host quickly before thanking him and taking her buff. Bernadette then joins her new tribe-mates, where she enthusiastically hugs Aleigha and Elvis, the latter appearing just as enthusiastic as he returns the hug.''

Jeff Probst: Next member of Wai Wai… Neville.

''Neville nods as he walks over to Probst to take his buff. He then joins his new tribe-mates and exchanges handshakes with each of them.''

Jeff Probst: Next member of Ingarikó… Kye.

Kye takes his buff from Probst and exchanges brief hugs with each of his tribe-mates.

Jeff Probst: Next member of Wai Wai… Anu.

Anu smiles as she takes her buff and joins her tribe.

Jeff Probst: Next member of Ingarikó… Charmer.

''Charmer momentarily squeals with excitement as she skips over to Probst to take her buff from him. As she does so, the camera catches Jessica B. rolling her eyes and muttering something under her breath that shows up as subtitles.''

Jessica B. (Muttering under breath): Charmer? Seriously? Not even a real name?

Following this, Charmer is then shown sharing big hugs with Bernadette and Elvis before the camera re-focuses on Jeff.

Jeff Probst: Next member of Wai Wai… Evander.

A man of African descent wearing a light brown jacket, an orange shirt, and blue jeans is now shown taking his buff from Probst and joining his tribe.

Jeff Probst: Next member of Ingarikó… Pedro.

''An older, Hispanic man wearing a suit takes his buff from Probst and joins his tribe. As Pedro does so, he walks into hugs from Bernadette, Elvis, and Charmer. Though he is surprised to receive each of these hugs, he graciously returns all three.''

Jeff Probst: Next member of Wai Wai… Lacey.

''A young woman with platinum blonde hair wearing a pink and white sleeveless top and a multi-coloured hat smiles widely as she walks forward and excitedly takes her buff from Probst. Lacey then proceeds to hug Neville, and he awkwardly returns it. The camera then focuses on the three castaways without a tribe as Jessica B. can be seen with her arms crossed and noticeably frowning.''

Jeff Probst: That means Jessica B., you are the next member of Ingarikó. Come get your buff and head on over.

Not uncrossing her arms, Jessica B. groans as she makes her way over to Probst to claim her buff as the scene switches to her confessional.

Following her confessional, Jessica B. can be seen forcing a smile as she is welcomed by her tribe-mates.

Jeff Probst: The final member of Wai Wai… Arthur.

Arthur smiles and pumps his fist as he jogs over to Probst to retrieve his buff, then makes his way over to his tribe.

Arthur (Excited): Woo! Glad to be on the winning team!

Arthur is welcomed warmly by his tribe as Probst turns to the last person without a buff.

Jeff Probst: The final member of Ingarikó… Sal.

''A man of Indian descent wearing a blue hoodie walks over to Probst and takes his yellow buff. Sal then walks over to his tribe, most of whom welcome him warmly, except Jessica B., who is the only one to not offer Sal a hug, fist bump, or handshake, which he picks up on.''

Sal (Cheeky): Aww, cheer up, Grumpy.

''Bernadette, Charmer, and Elvis all giggle at Sal's remark, with Bernadette making a point of patting Sal on the back and saying "Good one, buddy." Jessica B. simply shakes her head in response to this. The camera then focuses on Jeff, who has turned around and is ready to address the castaways.''

Jeff Probst: Alright, now tha—

For the second time, Probst is interrupted; however, this time it is not by a castaway. Rather, a young woman wearing a sailor's uniform, presumably a crew member of the ship they are on, approaches Jeff and asks to take him aside for a moment, stating that it is important.

Jeff Probst: Just a second, guys.

Confused, a few castaways start whispering to each other, while a majority of them simply look in Probst's direction as he converses with the young woman. After a few moments, Probst faces them again as the young woman leaves the frame.

Jeff Probst: Do not panic, but I have just been advised that this ship is taking on water, and we will need to evacuate.

''Sixteen sets of eyes go wide at this announcement. None of these new castaways are quite sure sure what to think as each of them stare towards Probst for some sort of sense of direction.''

Jeff Probst: You guys each have exactly two minutes to grab as much as you can, get into, and lower your lifeboats. There is one lifeboat for each tribe, though it will be a tight squeeze as they are each only built to comfortably hold six people, and there are two tribes of eight here. I urge you all to be selective in choosing what you take with you. If you try to take too much, you will need to dump some stuff overboard to make it to your beach, as there will not be enough room in the lifeboat for everyone. Ingarikó, you guys will take the lifeboat with the yellow trim. Wai Wai, you will take the lifeboat with the blue trim.

Charmer (Raising hand; Concerned): What about you, Jeff? How will you get off this boat?

Jeff Probst (Reassuring): Do not worry about me. The crew has a plan, and I will be evacuating with them. You guys need to get to your beaches and start setting up camp right now. Evacuation or not, this game is on.

Probst reaches into his pocket and pulls out two rolled-up pieces of paper.

Jeff Probst: Wai Wai, here's a map to your beach. (Tosses map to Whitney) Ingarikó, here's a map to your beach. (Tosses map to Sal) Your two minutes starts now!

Each of the 16 new castaways start rushing around, looking for stuff to collect from around the ship. Various shots of castaways just grabbing items are shown, including: Anu grabbing two big pots, Jessica B. grabbing an axe and holding it up as she runs towards Ingarikó's boat, and Elvis and Arthur briefly fighting after they went for the same bag of rice. Eventually, Elvis lets go of the bag and yells "Fine, take the carbs!" as he proceeds to grab a nearby bag of beans. Bernadette is then shown grabbing flint and stuffing it between her boobs. Aleigha happens to catch this just as she goes to grab a tarp. Although Aleigha says nothing and turns her head around, Bernadette caught her quick glance and couldn't help but comment.

Bernadette: I wanna make a fire as hot as I am!

Aleigha simply giggles quietly to herself as Probst speaks up over the group.

Jeff Probst: One minute left! You have just one minute to evacuate this ship! You gotta move!

As Probst says this, Lacey appears on the screen as she can be seen digging through various items instead of picking them up. Soon, she lets out a frustrated sigh as the camera switches to her confessional.

Frustrated, Lacey is shown grabbing the lantern in front of her as the camera pans around to show Jessica M. carrying two large water jugs.

Jeff Probst: Thirty seconds left!! Get to your lifeboats now!!

Though a select few castaways are still running around, the majority of them immediately heed Probst's orders and make their way towards their lifeboats. Jessica B. was already in the Ingarikó boat waiting for her tribe. As tribe members begin to pile into the boat, they quickly realize what Jeff was referring to when he mentioned the tight space. Pedro, Charmer, and Elvis all climb into the boat with the items they've collected, soon followed by Kye and Sal, who attempt to load crates of tools and firemaking supplies respectively. However, the camera then pans around to show Aleigha and Bernadette standing on the ship and waiting to get into the lifeboat as there is no room for them.

Pedro: We'll need to throw somethin' away.

Kye: I'll toss this crate of tools. Fire and water is more important.

Bernadette: I've got flint between my boobies! We can afford to get rid of that kit too!

Jessica B. face-palms as Elvis laughs loudly.

Sal: Sounds good to me.

Sal chucks the firemaking kit he brought on board into the ocean. Kye goes to do the same with the crate of tools, but is stopped by Jessica B.

Jessica B.: Just empty it out and throw only the crate overboard! We can move stuff by hand once we get to camp.

Pedro (Pointing to Aleigha and Bernadette): They still need to get in!

Jessica B (Fed-Up): Then give the crate to the tattooed girl and let them figure it out!

Aleigha: It's Aleigha, by the way. Yes, I'll take that.

Meanwhile, Wai Wai are having similar issues with getting each of their tribemates into their lifeboat. Currently, Whitney, Anu, Evander, and Neville are all situated on the lifeboat as Jessica M. attempts to climb on board with the two big water jugs she is carrying. Pat and Arthur are still on the ship waiting to get in, while Lacey is nowhere in sight.

Whitney (Cautioning): We're going to need to throw something away. We're running out of room fast, and three people still need to get in.

Neville: We won't be able to take both of those water jugs, I know that.

Jessica M.: Water is one of the most crucial things we need to actually survive out here. I won't let you guys throw either of these away.

Anu: Why don't we get rid of that lumber someone brought on board?

Arthur: Then how are we gonna build shelter? That's important too.

Jessica M.: Not as important as water! We should be able to scrounge up stuff at camp to build the shelter with.

''After a short debate, Evander takes the lumber that was in the lifeboat and tosses it overboard to give his tribemates more room. As he does so, Jeff's voice can again be heard.''

Jeff Probst: FIFTEEN SECONDS!! You need to get in your lifeboats and lower them now!

An empty crate can be seen flying off of the Ingarikó lifeboat as Bernadette struggles to enter.

Jessica B. (Frustrated): Just put stuff on your laps! I'm bringing this thing down.

As Jessica B. stands up and begins to let the lifeboat down, Bernadette starts to panic.

Bernadette: I'm not all the way in yet!

Jessica B.: Well, hurry up!!

Meanwhile, Wai Wai is still struggling to make room in their lifeboat.

Anu: We'll need to throw something else away. How about one of these pots?

Whitney: We need those to cook food and boil water in!

Anu: We should be fine with just one. I count two here.

Neville: Then get rid of one!

Jeff Probst: TEN SECONDS!!

Just as Arthur stands up to let the Wai Wai lifeboat down, Neville stops him.

Neville: WAIT! I only count seven of us!

Jessica M.: Who's missing?

Jeff Probst: FIVE SECONDS LEFT!! Lacey, get on your boat! You need to evacuate now!

Lacey is now shown frantically running towards her tribe's lifeboat with the lantern she collected. As Lacey attempts to climb into the boat, Anu stares towards her with a confused expression on her face. Probst then speaks up one more time.

Jeff Probst: TIME IS UP!! Let down your lifeboats and start rowing to shore! You need to evacuate now!!

Both tribes are shown letting down their lifeboats. At this point, Ingarikó's lifeboat is about 3/4 of the way to the water, while Wai Wai is only just beginning to let their lifeboat down. The camera first focuses on the Ingarikó tribe and transitions to Sal's confessional.

''Following Sal's confessional, the scene switches over to the Wai Wai lifeboat as it finally touches the water. The camera hones in on the serious expression on Anu's face, then switches to her confessional.''

From Anu's confessional, the ominous music picks up as the scene changes to the truck of returning players in the beige truck. Suddenly, the truck the returning players are being transported in begins to lose control. The driver slows the truck down, but eventually stops when the front end of the truck rolls into a tree. Not much impact is felt by the castaways inside the truck's cargo bed, aside from the truck coming to a forced stop, as a result of the truck's relatively slow speed at the time of the collision. Nevertheless, the eight returning players are left confused by what has just transpired. They look around at each other for a few moments before the driver of the truck comes around and unlocks the latch of the cargo bed they are sitting in.

Kelly-Ann (Startled): What's going on?

Driver: Brakes quit workin' on me. This thing wouldn't stop no matter what I did till I gave up and steered into that tree. C'mon outta there.

Ella: You think this is something we can fix so we can keep moving?

Billy: Not on the side of the road, dude. Not unless he can pull a fresh set of brake pads or a bottle of brake fluid outta his ass or somethin'.

Driver (Blunt; Persistent): Which I can't do. Now come out.

''Confused by the driver's strict tone, the eight returning players begin to exit the truck. The first to do so is Sheila, who was sitting closest to the gate. As soon as she steps onto the ground, the driver holds up two rolled up sheets of paper in front of her.''

Driver (Bluntly): Take these.

Sheila awkwardly takes the rolled up paper from the driver as the remaining returning players exit the truck, still very much confused.

Driver: I'm gonna go find someone.

The truck driver now starts jogging down the dirt road they were on, leaving the eight stunned returnees to just look around at each other, unsure what's going on.

K.C.: What'd that driver give you, Sheila?

Sheila (Shrugs): I haven't the slightest idea. But... he didn't say I couldn't open them.

Irene (Impatient): Well, unroll them then. Let's see what you got.

''Sheila unties the ribbon that was around one of the two rolled up sheets of paper, then opens it up. Once she does, the stay-at-home mom can't help but laugh to herself.''

Geoff (Confused): What's so funny?

Sheila (Reading): Welcome, to Survivor: Guyana!

''About half of other returning castaways breathe a sigh of relief upon hearing Sheila read those words, appearing to realize at this point that this was planned for them from the beginning. While the other castaways either roll their eyes or laugh it off.''

Irene (Laughing): That damn Probst! Of course he was f***ing with us!

Sheila (Continuing): Your only means of transportation to your camp has broken down, and now you are left out here in the middle of nowhere to fend for yourselves and find your own way to camp. There is nothing at camp waiting for you, so take as much supplies out of the truck as you can. Once you see your tribe flag, you will know you have arrived. Good luck.

Sheila now unrolls the second sheet of paper that the truck driver had given her.

Sheila: This... is a map to our camp. (Nods) Perfect!

Billy: Well dudes, I'd say that's clear as mud. Let's get movin'!

''Each of returning players nod in agreement, and they each proceed to take turns climbing back on the truck to grab as much as they could carry with them by hand for their walk to camp. Sheila is the third person to step back onto the truck as she places rolls of rope around her shoulder, takes a tarp in one hand and an empty pot in the other. As Sheila hops off the truck, the scene switches to her confessional.''

Upon the conclusion of Sheila's confessional, the eight returning players are each shown carrying arm-fulls of supplies into the forest in the direction of their camp as the scene fades out.

Ingariko
Returning from a commercial break, jovial music begins to play as the Ingarikó tribe begin to edge closer to their beach after paddling their lifeboat through the ocean.

Charmer: Look everyone! It's a yellow flag! That must be our beach!

''Each of the tribe members, except Jessica B., begin to cheer as they paddle closer to their beach. As they do, the camera focuses on Pedro and transitions to his confessional.''

''Once Pedro's confessional fades out, the lifeboat is close enough to shore that the tribe members get out of it and bring it closer to shore. Although all eight castaways exit the lifeboat, only Bernadette does not put a hand on it to either push or pull it to shore. Once the lifeboat is safely on the beach, the tribe gathers alongside it.''

Pedro: So... what do you guys wanna do first? Should we do official introductions now that we've arrived.

Jessica B.: How about set up camp?

Bernadette: Introductions sound like a great idea, my dear man. Why don't you start?

Pedro: Well, I'm Pedro, I'm 62, I'm originally from Honduras, but now live in New Orleans. I'm an air traffic control supervisor, and a proud husband, father, and grandfather.

Bernadette: Oh my goodness, that sounds so amazing! Who's next?

Aleigha: Name's Aleigha, I'm from Sacramento, California, and I'm a tattoo artist.

Charmer (Waves): Hi everyone! My real name's Raven, but everyone calls me Charmer because I love to charm people up. (Giggles) I'm 24, I'm a barmaid, I'm from Nashville, and I'm so excited to be here and play this game with all of you!

Sal (Cheeky): Aww, how charming.

Charmer (Giggling; Blushing): That's what I do! They don't call me "Charmer" for nothing, I guess.

Jessica B (Rolls eyes; Under breath): Oh please.

Bernadette: How about you?

Sal: I'm Sal, I'm from Somerville, Massachusetts, I'm 32, and I'm a comedian.

Jessica B. (Crosses arms): Jessica Brennar, 29, I'm an attorney from L.A.

Elvis: I'm Elvis Tylka, and yes, I was named after the King of rock 'n' roll himself, Elvis Presley.

Elvis briefly does one of Elvis Presley's signature dance moves, much to the delight of Bernadette and Charmer.

Elvis (Chuckling): I'm a tailor, I'm from Crown Point, Indiana. I've also been married to my husband since it became legal in my state in 2014, and we have two adopted children.

Bernadette: That is so amazing! I'm so happy for you!

Elvis: Thank you so much, m'lady! (Does a slight bow) How 'bout you?

Bernadette: Well, I'm Bernadette Kampen, I'm 46, I'm from Green Bay, Wisconsin... (pauses to pump her fist) GO PACKERS!! (Giggles) I'm a hairstylist, and a fitness instructor...

''Upon hearing this, Aleigha, Pedro, and Jessica B. instinctively jerk their heads back in surprise. Jessica B. makes a face indicating possible disgust, while Aleigha and Pedro simply appear genuinely surprised.''

Bernadette (Continuing): ... and I've also taken gigs as a plus-sized model, and with body painting, and I have a husband and three wonderful daughters.

Elvis: That is so wonderful!

Bernadette: Thank you so much, Elvis! Has everyone introduced themselves?

Kye (Raises hand): Nope.

Bernadette (Giggles): Oh my goodness, I'm so sorry. Please, go ahead.

Kye: Well, I'm Kye, I'm 27, I'm from Palm Springs, California, I'm a personal trainer, and I'm transgender.

While Pedro, Sal, and Jessica B. simply nod their heads at Kye's revelation, Bernadette starts clapping for him, which prompts Charmer, Elvis, and briefly Aleigha to join in on the short applause as Kye's face goes beet red, visibly blushing.

Bernadette: That is so wonderful, I am so happy for you! Can I give you a hug.

Kye (Speechless): Uhh... sure?

Bernadette hugs him tightly.

Bernadette: You are so brave, young man. Thank you for sharing that with us.

Kye: Thanks.

''Following Kye's confessional, his face is still beet red as Aleigha puts a hand on his shoulder and flashes him a small smile, which he thanks her for. The camera then pans around to show Jessica B. shooting Bernadette a dirty look as the hairstylist, along with Elvis, and Sal, make small talk for another moment or so until Aleigha speaks up.''

Aleigha: Shall we get some of the stuff out of that boat now and see what we have.

Kye: Sounds like a great idea.

As the tribe turns around to go back towards their lifeboat, the camera focuses on Jessica B., who is rolling her eyes.

The Ingarikó tribe now make their way over to their lifeboat to examine its contents. As the eight castaways look into the boat, Charmer and Bernadette seem especially happy that the tribe managed to get two bags of food - one medium bag of beans (retrieved by Elvis), and a medium bag of rice (retrieved by Aleigha). The bags of food are removed from the boat by Kye and Aleigha, while Pedro removes the medium-sized pot he retrieved. Upon looking into the boat once those items were removed, the tribe notices that the remaining items are all smaller, mostly due to dumping the crate of tools that Sal had brought on board.

Bernadette: Why don't you big, strong, mens bring this thingy in further and just dump this stuff out?

Jessica B. (Crosses arms): Or we can just all grab a few and take them to shore. It's all small stuff left, and there's not that much.

Aleigha: Sounds like a good idea to me, Jess.

Jessica B. (Annoyed): ...ica

''Aleigha ignores Jessica B.'s comment and leans into the lifeboat in order to grab some of the smaller items out of it, with each of the other tribe members, except Bernadette, following her lead. Bernadette walks beside Charmer as the group bring their items onto the shore and place them on the beach.''

Kye: Anything else left in the boat?

Bernadette: Maybe a little. I think we got most of it, though.

''Kye goes back and checks the lifeboat to see if any items remain, which he sees that there are. Kye retrieves these items and rejoins his tribe, placing them on the beach so the tribe can properly assess what they have gathered.''

Pedro (Sorting): Tarp, axe, ropes, machete...

Sal (Sorting): Some knives, a frying pan, hammer, box of nails, and a level.

Elvis (Mortified): Hold up... did nobody bring anything to start a fire, carry water, or catch food?!

Jessica B. (Face-palms): You can't be serious right now. This tribe can't be that brain-dead, right?!

Bernadette (Perks up): Oh! I have flint between my boobies! (Pulls out the flint) Look everyone!

Seeing the flint, Elvis breathes a sigh of relief, though Jessica B. is still thoroughly annoyed.

Kye (Smiles): Alright, so we at least have fire!

Jessica B.: But no water, and we can't catch food, so we'll have nothing for protein!

Elvis: Well, Miss Jessica B., I did bring us a bag of beans, which I'm pretty sure are full of protein themselves.

Jessica B. (Dramatically rolls eyes): We still can't catch fish though.

Kye: Hopefully there will be a fishing kit as part of a reward we can win. It's happened plenty of times before, so this won't be the end of the world.

Jessica B.: Ummm... newsflash, we would have to actually win that. Also, what the frick do you people expect to do about our water situation?!

Pedro: In fairness to the tribe, when I was lookin' around, I couldn't see any water jugs, or nothin' like that. Maybe that'll be part of a reward too.

''As Pedro says this, there is a flashback to a scene on the ship as the castaways are grabbing items to bring with them. This scene shows Jessica M. carrying the two large water jugs towards the Wai Wai lifeboat, with a flash indicating that the water jugs are in Jessica M.'s hands. Pedro then comes onto the screen walking right past Jessica M., clearly oblivious to what is in her hands. The footage then returns to the current conversation''

Aleigha: At least we have a pot, so for the time being, once we find our well, we can just transport water to camp in that. It's not ideal, but it's a work-around.

Jessica B. (Scoffs): Guess we'll have to.

Aleigha (Placing hands on hips): I guess so.

Kye: Well, I guess the next things we should start on are shelter and fire. Who wants to do what?

Bernadette: I'd suggest that you big, strong mens should work on the shelter no?

Kye (Shrugs): Fine by me, if everyone else agrees. Bernadette, Charmer, and Jessica on fire? Maybe Aleigha can join the guys on the shelter to give us more help?

Jessica B. (Shaking her head): Nope! Nuh uh! I'd much rather start off building the shelter. Throw the padre on fire duty with... (points to Charmer and Bernadette) them.

Charmer: I'm Charmer!

Bernadette (Giggles): I'm Bernadette!

Jessica B. (Annoyed): Right.

Pedro (Shrugs): Sounds alright to me. Let's get movin'!

Bernadette (Cheerful): I'm so excited! Let's do this!

''As music plays in the background, various shots now come onto the screen showing the tribe setting up camp. Elvis, Kye, Sal, Aleigha, and Jessica B. are all working fairly well together as they gather materials to build the shelter and work on its foundation. Meanwhile, Pedro and Charmer are working on setting up a fire pit as Bernadette watches them, talking their ears off.''

Bernadette: You know something, Charmer?

Charmer: What's that?

Bernadette: You remind me, so much, of my 11-year-old daughter, Eureka.

Charmer (Lights up): Really? I do?!

Bernadette: Yes, you do! I already see her beautiful, charming, spirit in you, and her love for life. I miss her so much already. Actually, I miss all my children already. I also have a 17-year-old daughter named Indigo, and a 15-year-old daughter named, Poppy.

Charmer: Thank you so much, Bernadette! Those are some absolutely beautiful names, by the way.

Bernadette: Thank you for saying that! I picked all their names myself. My husband wasn't exactly the biggest fan of them, but like, they came outta my hoo-ha, and I'm the one that had to bear the burden of carrying them inside me for nine months, so as far as I was concerned, he didn't have much of a choice! (Giggles) He did get used to the names I picked for them eventually though, obviously.

Pedro: Yeah, I'd think he would.

Bernadette: My husband is such a dear, sweet man, and I'm going to miss him so much too. He is a bit of a clumsy fella though. Like, one time he was trying to wrestle the sheets away from me in bed 'cause I kinda like to hog them in my sleep. Well, it was about 1:00AM, and I guess I let go of my grip on the sheets just as he was trying to yank them away, and he ended up rolling right off the edge of the bed, onto the floor.

Bernadette laughs at her own story as Pedro and Charmer both gasp, surprised by what they are hearing, with Charmer letting out an awkward laugh.

Bernadette: Let me tell ya', when I heard that thud (claps once), and he said "Ow!" I just started laughing. I did ask if he was okay, but it was just so hilarious! To tell you the truth, I was laughing so hard, I'm surprised I didn't end up peeing the bed! It's a good thing my inside liquid stayed inside, because even though peeing the bed feels nice at first when it's warm, that warmth goes away quickly and it gets uncomfortable, and then your husband gets mad at you 'cause the sheets are wet and you're making him get up to change them so you can go back to sleep. So overall, peeing the bed, not worth it. (Places a hand on Charmer's shoulder) Remember that, child.

Charmer (Giggles): Will do. I'd like to say you remind me of my mommy, but I don't think Mommy tells stories about peeing in bed.

Laughing, Bernadette reaches over and hugs Charmer for a brief moment.

Bernadette: You're so cute! I love that about you.

Charmer: Thanks!

''Once Charmer's confessional is complete, we can see that she and Pedro have mostly finished with the fire pit. The Air Traffic Control Supervisor notices this and stands up, prompting the two women to stand up as well.''

Pedro: Well, I think this is pretty good for now. Why don't you ladies help me get firewood?

Bernadette: That sounds like a wonderful idea, my dear man! Pretty soon we can get fire and have some delicious food!

Charmer: I agree!

Bernadette: Oh, but first, because you are both so wonderful, I think it would be great if we had each other's backs! What do you say?

Charmer (Excited): I think that sounds like a great idea!

Pedro: I'm on board with it too 'cause I don't wanna go home first.

Bernadette: Neither do I, and since we're probably not the best in challenges, we need to be looking out for each other.

Pedro: Absolutely.

Bernadette (Smiling widely): Fantastic! Now we just need to come up with an alliance name, but I think I got one. Wanna hear it?

Charmer: Yes please!

Bernadette: Well, since I'm Bernadette, you're Charmer, and you're Pedro, I think it would be nice to pick words that starts with the first letters of our names to describe us. How about the "Bodacious, Charming, Pretties?"

Charmer (Giggling): I love that!

Pedro (Shrugs): If you both like it, I ain't gonna say "No." (Chuckles) As long as we're loyal to each other, that's what matters.

Bernadette: Fantastic! I'm so excited to be moving forward in this game already with my first alliance!

Pedro: As am I.

''After Pedro's confessional, a transitional shot of a capybara comes onto the screen before shifting to the group of five castaways working on the shelter. At this point, the skeleton of the shelter is pretty much finished and they are now gathering bamboo and working on constructing the shelter floor. Jessica B. and Kye now finish placing another piece of the flooring and the attorney stands up and looks right towards Sal.''

Jessica B. (Deadpan): So, you said you're a comedian?

Sal: I am. I started getting gigs around New England when I was 18, then it just blossomed into a career.

Kye: How old are you again? You said 32?

Sal: I am.

Kye (Impressed): Wow, so you must really have a gift for that! Fourteen years as a performer of any kind is a huge accomplishment.

Sal (Shrugs): Thanks, I'd like to think so. I did win the Boston Comedy Festival in 2015.

Elvis: That's awesome! Good for you!

Sal: Thanks, Elvis.

Jessica B.: Alright, if you think you're so funny, tell me a joke.

Sal looks Jessica B. dead in the eyes, places his hands on his hips, and smirks devilishly.

Sal: I have one standing in front of me.

''Kye and Aleigha gasp and each put a hand over their mouths, not at all expecting to hear Sal's comeback, though they are both giggling quietly. Elvis on the other hand is unable to contain his laughter. A scowl comes over Jessica B.'s face as she gives Elvis a dirty look before looking back at Sal.''

Jessica B. (Offended): Excuse me!?

Sal (Playing dumb): Excuse me?

Jessica B. (Crosses arms): I asked you to tell me a joke, not insult me.

Sal: That was the joke. (Gestures to the others around them) They're all laughing.

As the group continues working on the shelter, they engage in light conversation.

Elvis: So, what do you people think of this tribe that we're on?

Kye: I think we're a pretty good group, all things considered. I think that we should be able to work together in challenges pretty well considering how well this shelter is coming together. Bernadette, Charmer, and Pedro also seem pretty positive.

Jessica B. (Rolls eyes): Bernadette annoys the heck outta me, to be honest. (Mocking) Look! I put flint in my boobies! (Snarls) Like, how old are you? Fifty going on five?

Aleigha (Shrugs): Yeah, she does seem a bit over the top, I guess. But maybe that's just her personality.

Jessica B. Well, her (finger quotes) "personality", if that's what you want to call it, is bloody grating.

Elvis: I think Bernadette is a ray of sunshine, to be honest with you. So what if she's a bit juvenile? She could be that extra bit of spunk we all need to keep our spirits up and win challenges.

Jessica B.: She'll need to move faster than a corpse if we want to win anything, and I doubt she can manage that. I mean... look at her!

''A brief shot of Bernadette laughing alongside Charmer as the latter picks up firewood appears on the screen before returning to the current conversation. Upon hearing Jessica B.'s comment, Kye appears a bit uncomfortable with how the attorney is talking about the hairstylist and fitness instructor, letting out a heavy sigh before speaking up.''

Kye (Choosing his words carefully): I see your point, but we should give her a chance. She does seem like she may just be really outgoing, and people have surprised us in challenges before in this game.

Jessica B. (Scoffs): Well, we got no choice but to give her at least one challenge, so she's got that chance to prove me wrong.

Elvis: Well, I for one, don't wanna even think of going to Tribal Council just yet. I just wanna get to know everybody, sit back, relax, and win these challenges. If we don't go to Tribal Council, we don't get voted out!

Sal: I can agree to that. We may not look that strong on the outside, but it'd be nice if we could be the David to their Goliath... the iceberg to their Titanic... or the Gordon Ramsay to their raw meat.

The other four castaways, even Jessica B., begin to chuckle at Sal's remark as the camera focuses on Kye and transitions to his confessional.

Following Kye's confessional, brief shots of the serious expression on Jessica B.'s face, then one of of Bernadette laughing beside Charmer and Pedro come onto the screen before the camera fades to black.

Wai Wai
Cheerful music plays as the Wai Wai tribe arrive at their beach in their lifeboat. As soon as they reach shore, the castaways exit the boat with the items they've collected and kept, which include: 2 large water jugs, a large pot, a large bag of rice, a fishing net, fishing line, knives, bait, a machete, and a lantern. They then place all of these items on the beach nearby and turn towards each other to discuss what to do next.

Arthur: I think official intros should be the first item on the agenda. What do you all think?

The other seven members of Wai Wai nod and/or shrug in response to Arthur's suggestion, not appearing to disagree.

Arthur: Alrighty then, awesome sauce! I guess I'll start. The name's Arthur, I live in L.A., and I'm a YouTube Film Critic! Hopefully y'all are as "Orson Welles awesome" as I think you are, and not "Michael Bay terrible." (Chuckles) But I'm sure you are cool.

Lacey: I'm Lacey, I'm from Macon, Georgia, I'm 18 years old, I just graduated high school, and I unfortunately also work at Walmart.

Anu: I'm Anu, I'm a waitress, and I'm originally from Seattle, but now live in Idaho with my husband, Darnell.

Jessica M.: I'm Jessica Mendez, and I'm a salon owner from Vegas.

Neville: As I said on the boat, I'm Neville Yoong, I'm 25, and I'm a medical student at Johns Hopkins University.

Lacey (Excited; Impressed): That is like, so, unbelievably awesome! Congratulations! I can dream of getting into a school like that one day!

Neville (Shrugs; Blushes slightly): Yeah, I'm pretty proud of getting into that school myself.

Evander: I'm Evander, I'm 37, I'm from Hartford, Connecticut, and I'm a locksmith.

Pat: I'm Pat Williamson, I'm from Omaha, Nebraska, and I'm a train driver.

Whitney: I'm Whitney, and I'm a nature photographer from San Luis Obispo, California.

Arthur: Beauty! Now that we got those done and over with, I guess we can start fixing up a shelter. Maybe myself, Neville, Evander, Anu, and Whitney build the thing? Everyone else on palm fronds for now?

Jessica M. (Sighs heavily): Works for me.

''Proceeding Jessica M.'s confessional, a transitional shot of a leopard in a tree appears on the screen before switching over to a scene with Neville and Lacey talking. The former is chopping palm fronds off of trees with the machete, while the latter fans herself with her hands.''

Lacey: Oh my gosh, I never thought I'd meet someone like you out here. (Giggles)

Neville: What do you mean by that?

Lacey: Well, you're clearly very intelligent, I can see that you're strong, and dare I say hot?

Neville (Taken aback; Chuckles awkwardly): You think I'm attractive?

Lacey (Matter-of-Factly): I'm into smart men, okay? Like, you can have muscles bigger than my head, but if your IQ is lower than the temperature in Celsius, I want nothing to do with you.

Neville (Laughs): Fair enough.

Lacey: I will add though that you do seem pretty easy on the eyes. You do have an adorable little face.

Neville (Blushes): Oh please.

''Neville turns back towards chopping palm fronds. Just as another one falls to the ground, Lacey speaks up again.''

Lacey: So... just a thought, I never saw someone doing any kind of handiwork wearing any kind of dress clothes before. Why don't you unbutton that shirt for me? Should make getting those palm fronds a little easier.

Neville cocks his head to the side, slightly confused by Lacey's request.

Neville: Don't see what it matters to you, but okay then.

Neville un-tucks his button-down shirt and unbuttons it, revealing a white t-shirt underneath, much to Lacey's surprise.

Lacey: Wow! That's disappointing.

''Neville begins laughing instinctively, though still visibly confused by the situation. Neville's laughter seems to make Lacey realize what she just said as she gasps and puts a hand over her mouth.''

Lacey (Awkwardly): I mean... who wears layers of clothing this close to the equator? Here I thought you were a smarty-pants. (Forces a giggle)

Neville (Shrugs): Honestly, I wear layers all the time 'cause I tend to feel a cold sensation more than most people back home. I was feeling fine just now, and if I felt the need to remove my dress shirt before doing this work, I would have. (Smirks) You know... if I didn't know any better, I'd say you were just trying to flirt with me and check to see if my abdominal muscles are visible under my shirt.

Lacey feigns offense to Neville's remark.

Lacey: I would never. I was just concerned for your well-being.

Neville (Not buying it): Really?

Lacey (Conceding): Okay fine, maybe a small part of me wants to check if you have abs, but like, I was not lying about my concern. I don't want you to end up sick like Tesla last season, who nearly overheated yourself from keeping her layers on too long.

Neville: I can assure you I'm not self-conscious by any stretch of the imagination. If I feel as though I need to remove an article of clothing to feel more comfortable, I shall do so if it is socially appropriate.

Neville now turns around to continue chopping palm fronds off of trees, frustrating Lacey.

Lacey: Okay, fine, I mostly wanted to see your abs. Just show me, already!

Laughing, Neville un-tucks and lifts up his white t-shirt for a moment as Lacey thanks him, then examines his abdomen briefly.

Lacey (Nods): Not the most prominent abs I've ever seen, you've got a little belly fat, but they're there. Good work.

Neville (Chuckles awkwardly): Do they pass your inspection?

Lacey (Giggling): Yeah, I'd say so.

Neville now turns around again to continue chopping palm fronds off of trees as he talks.

Neville: You know... I've never been flirted with before. This is weird.

Lacey (Laughs): I just find you attractive, okay! I know I make things awkward, I can't help it.

Lacey: I am so sorry, seriously. I've always been terrible being flirtatious, or subtle in any way.

Neville: Oh, that's quite alright. In fact, I do appreciate that you're taking an interest in me. I never expected it to have anything to do with superficial characteristics, but I guess stranger things have happened.

Lacey: Yeah, they have. I'm just feeling so awkward and embarrassed right now, you have no idea.

Neville (Reassuring): Don't worry about it. I don't suspect any ill intent on your end.

Lacey: I promise there wasn't.

Neville: Well, in that case, you want to enter into an alliance with me so we can watch each other's backs and get further in the game together?

Lacey (Excited): I'd love to! Thank you so much! Can I give you a hug... once you put the machete down?

''Neville chuckles awkwardly to himself and puts down the machete, allowing Lacey to hug him. They soon release the hug and Neville speaks up.''

Neville: Well, I think the amount of palm fronds we have here is sufficient for now. Let's take these back to camp so this shelter can get set up.

Lacey: Sure thing!

''Neville picks the machete back up just before he and Lacey each take palm fronds in their hands and begin walking back towards camp. The camera then zooms in on Neville and switches to his confessional.''

''Proceeding Neville's confessional a transitional shot of the Kaieteur Falls comes onto the screen followed by two giant river otters entering the stream of water. The next scene that appears is of the three castaways that were designated to weave the palm fronds, Jessica M., Pat, and Lacey, performing their assigned task.''

Pat: So, you just graduated high school, Lacey?

Lacey: I did! I'll be going to Emory University in Atlanta soon after I get back to the States. I'll be majoring in biology.

Pat: Very cool! What do you hope to do with that?

Lacey: I really don't know, to be honest. I'm just really interested in almost anything sciency, and biology is the subject I tended to do the best at in school. (Shrugs) I have an open mind. We'll see what university has in store for me.

Pat (Smiling): Glad to see you're not nailing yourself down to a particular career choice so soon. As cheesy as it sounds, there really is a whole world out there for you to explore.

Lacey: Absolutely! You said you're a train driver for a living, right? What made you want to get into that?

Pat (Shrugs): Driving trains has just always been a passion of mine. I remember being a little boy and always being excited to see the train station, or train tracks if they were close by. I was also obsessed with my model train set growing up, and I actually still own one and play with one on occasion. It's just one of those things I was drawn towards, and even though I could've been anything else, that's where my heart's at. When you get into school, just think of following your heart, and it'll take you where you need to be. No matter what anyone else says, trust your gut and follow your passion.

Lacey (Touched): Awww, thanks Pat. I'll be sure to keep that in mind. (Turns to Jessica M.) How about you, Jessica? You're a salon owner?

Jessica M. (Nods): Uh huh.

Lacey: How did you come about doing that for a living?

Jessica M.: My first job was actually at a salon, and I really liked it. I fell in love with the clientele especially. I am from Vegas after all, so you can imagine the characters that we'd get sometimes.

Lacey: For sure!

Jessica M.: One day though, I just thought to myself "Why the hell am I making somebody else money, but I can't even pick my own vacation dates?" I know that's a thing most working people deal with, but I wanted to be able to do that, and have more freedom in general. Eventually I decided "screw it" and worked to open my own salon. It also helped that my husband at the time was into the business side of things, so he helped me get it off the ground at first. But yeah, twelve years later, he's no longer in the picture, I'm the sole owner of my salon, which is still going strong, and I have the freedom to do what I want with the profits and pick my own damn vacation. (Laughs)

Pat: Good for you! It's always nice to hear a success story like that.

Jessica M.: I wouldn't have had it any other way.

Lacey: Seriously though, that's a really inspiring story, Jessica. I don't want to go into full-on feminist mode, but the world needs more strong, independent women in business.

Jessica M. (Shrugs): I know what you're getting at, but I don't think my gender had anything to do with my success, to be frank. I don't see myself as a businesswoman. I see myself as a person that owns a business and happens to be a woman.

Lacey: What's the difference?

Jessica M. Difference is, I don't want feminist groups using me to push any sort of agenda, and I don't associate myself with them. Were women held down by society at one point? Sure. Are there assumptions of women that should be combated, even now? (Shrugs) Yeah, I can give the feminists that one, but those exist for men too. For me, I never felt I was held back by anything or anyone because of my gender, or any other reason. I got where I am based on (counts on fingers) my strong will, the way I'm able to network and promote myself, and satisfying the customers that come into my salon. That's it. If you put that big brain of yours to good use, you can find a way to succeed in life.

Lacey (Nods): I see what you mean.

Jessica M.: At the end of the day, you define who you are and who you want to become. Don't let others determine your self-worth. I'm no more special or talented than anyone else. I just decided I wanted something, and found a way to get it. (Shrugs) Simple as that.

Pat: That's a great way of looking at it. My teenage son and daughter are both still at home, and I hope to instill in them the same kind of confidence.

Lacey: Well, I hope you didn't decide that you want the million dollars. That's what I've decided and intend to get, and I plan on taking your advice.

Both Jessica M. and Pat share a short chuckle at Lacey's remark.

Jessica M. (Smirking): You'll find out soon enough what I've decided.

Lacey (Giggles): Alright then. (Sighs) You guys are honestly so cool. I didn't think I'd get along that well with older people out here, but you're much cooler than my parents.

Pat: Glad to hear that you think I'm cool. If only my own children would agree. (Laughs)

Lacey: Seriously though, would you guys like to join an alliance with me? We don't even look like we'd get along all that well, so I don't think people would suspect us of being that tight.

Jessica M. (Shrugs): I don't see why not.

Pat (Smiling): I'm all for it! I like you both a lot, and as long as we're loyal, hopefully we'll be okay.

Lacey: We just need more people to get a majority though. How about Neville? That would be four.

Jessica M. (Raising an eyebrow): Why him?

Lacey: I just think he's really smart and trustworthy. Plus he'll be good for the tribe in challenges. I really think Neville's someone we should be keeping around anyway, so why not make things official?

Jessica M.: Okay, so that's four. Anyone else?

Pat: I get good vibes from Whitney and Anu at the moment, so hopefully we can rope one of 'em in to get us a majority. Haven't really talked to them one-on-one yet, but that's what my gut is saying.

Lacey: That's perfect! I'm so happy this is coming together!

Jessica M. (Nods): I agree.

''Following Jessica M.'s confessional, we see her continuing to weave palm fronds alongside Lacey and Pat as they talk among each other. The camera then focuses on a smiling Lacey and switches to her confessional.''

''Once Lacey's confessional finishes up, we see a transitional shot of the tribe's in-progress shelter, which looks to be coming together decently as Evander and Neville in particular are visible as the work on the roof. The camera then switches over to show Anu and Whitney walking through the jungle, each with a water jug in one hand, presumably looking for the tribe's water well as they get to know each other.''

Whitney: Favourite type of music?

Anu: Rap. I'm a huge Drake fan. Lil' Wayne, Snoop, Eminem, Kanye, Nicki Minaj, I've downloaded all their stuff too.

Whitney: Interesting. I'm more into classic rock and roll than anything else, myself. I'd listen to AC/DC all day, every day if I could.

Anu (Surprised): You? Get outta here! (Giggles)

Whitney: Seriously!

Anu: Being a nature photographer and all that, here I thought you'd want to listen to something calm so you can be (mocking tone) "one with nature."

Both women share a short laugh at Anu's comment.

Whitney: What kind of music did you think I have on my Spotify? Bird calls? The ocean? (Scoffs) Last thing I want to do is listen to running water all day. I'd rather scout for the perfect shot instead of wasting my time scouting for the perfect bush to squat down and pee in.

Anu (Laughing): Point taken. (Pauses to stop herself from laughing) Seriously though, I just couldn't picture you as a rocker.

Whitney: Put on Thunderstruck and give me the karaoke mic, then you'll change your mind. That is my go-to, 100%.

Anu: Take that mic all you want! (Giggles) It would take a lot of tequila for me to even think of going there, and I rarely drink as it is.

Whitney: Gladly!

Anu: Moving on then... celebrity crush?

Whitney: Easy! Leonardo DiCaprio!

Anu (Smirking): There's the Whitney I expected! (Giggles)

Whitney (Rolls eyes): Honestly, I fell in love with him while watching Titanic. I never would have let him go if I was in Rose's position. (Grumbling) Lying bitch.

Anu simply laughs as Whitney continues.

Whitney: I mean, obviously his environmental activism helps. But even without that, I'm still first in line to see all his movies. Shutter Island and Django Unchained were especially well done.

Anu: Fair statement. I've never seen Shutter Island, but I can agree about Django Unchained.

Whitney: Who's your celeb crush?

Anu: Drake without a doubt!

Whitney: Yeah, I can see why. Even if I'm not a fan of his music, he is pretty easy on the eyes, I will say.

Anu (Sassy): How dare you not be a Drake fan? Why did I agree to search for this well with you, again?

Once Anu's confessional finishes, Anu and Whitney can be shown arriving at their water well.

Anu: Here it is! We made it!

Whitney: That we did.

Whitney removes the lid from the water well, allowing Anu to fill her water jug first.

Anu: Ya' know... I don't know if I'm getting into this too early or anything, but I'd love it if we could have each other's backs out here. I think you're a super cool person, and I have a hunch that I can trust you a lot.

Whitney (Smiling): Thanks! I feel the same about you. I don't know who else I'd want to align with yet 'cause I don't know these other people super well. But I promise to let you know if your name comes up, if you do the same for me. I'll also vouch to bring you on board if I do get approached for an official alliance.

Anu (Nods): That's something I can handle.

Anu stands up and screws the lid back onto her now full water jug.

Anu: You've got yourself a deal.

''Anu sticks out her hand and Whitney shakes it. The nature photographer then takes her own water jug and proceeds to fill it up in the well as the camera switches to her confessional.''

Whitney and Anu can now be seen heading back to camp talking and laughing with each other as the camera fades out.

Orealla
''The footage fades back in showing the Orealla tribe as the returning castaways are already hard at work setting up camp. Soon, the camera hones in on Geoff as he works on setting up the shelter.''

From Geoff's confessional, the scene briefly switches to a red-handed tamarin sitting in a tree before switching to a conversation between Kelly-Ann and Ella as they set up a fire pit.

Kelly-Ann: I can't believe I'm back after three years. This feels so surreal right now.

Ella: Oh, I agree with you there, for sure. Hopefully this tribe is not as much of a train-wreck as Soufrière was.

Kelly-Ann (Giggling): Don't jinx it now, Ella!

Ella (Scoffs): Then don't think about it. Don't think about Murphy's Law, none of that crap. We've got many competent people on this tribe, and a good number of us are at least decent in challenges, excluding myself, of course. (Smirks)

Kelly-Ann (Sassy): Well, just don't screw me over again, and we'll be on good terms.

This line from Kelly-Ann catches the graduate student off guard as the entomologist shrugs and refocuses on the fire pit.

Ella: Well... I can assure you that this early on, I have no plans to do so. I'm not going to be a so-called "coward" like I was in Montserrat, and part of that includes not being afraid of going to rocks if I think it's best for my alliance as a whole.

Kelly-Ann: I'm happy to hear that, but you know as well as I do that actions speak louder than words out here, Ella. It would be foolish of me to just ignore the fact that you turning on me was the very reason I missed out on the merge last time. If you were in my shoes, I'm sure you'd be saying the same thing.

Ella: I think we are in a really interesting spot out here. Even though everyone else has got someone from their original season out here, we are the only two that have really had the chance to play together, and I ended up burning you.

Kelly-Ann simply nods as she listens to Ella intently.

Ella (Continuing): I want to form a pact with you, but on the down low. My hope is that we can act like we don't exactly trust each other to everyone else's faces, because of what happened on our season, then nobody expects us to be working together. If anyone asks, I can say that I don't trust you, but you're good enough in challenges that we should keep you around, for now. While you can say that even though you don't trust me, I'm not big enough of a threat to do any damage. We can even get away with voting differently, as long as we promise to check in with each other every so often, and let the other one know if their name comes up.

Kelly-Ann: This can get really messy... but I think I'm in. Just don't screw me over again 'cause on a tribe of returning players, I'm not going to be one for second chances.

Ella (Smiling): Understood.

A transitional shot of a leopard walking through the Guyanan jungle comes onto the screen before switching to a conversation between Geoff, Frank, and Billy as they walk through the jungle to gather more materials for their shelter.

Geoff (Smiling): So, how's life been treating you gents since your first season?

Frank (Proudly): Couldn't be better! I'm still one of the top-selling real estate agents in Arkansas. Even after I missed out on more than a month during Uruguay, I still managed to rank fifth in sales. So things are definitely going really well on my end.

Billy (Impressed): Glad to hear that, dude! That's sick!

Frank (Haughty): It's actually really healthy to be performing so well at work. If you've got the confidence, you can always find ways to do well.

Billy rolls his eyes and waves a hand over his head as a way of indicating that his statement went over Frank's head.

Geoff: How about you, Billy?

Billy: Well dude, I've stopped life-guardin' 'cause I wanted to find a real career that I could sink my teeth into. I then got my certification in early childhood education, and I'm now working at a pre-school. (Both Frank and Geoff seem surprised at this) Dude, those kids just bring out the best in me, and I love every second of it.

Geoff: Ya' know, after watching your season, I couldn't imagine you working with kids. But if it's fulfilling for you, then more power to you!

Billy (Nods): I'll admit, I was spinnin' my wheels after high school 'cause I had no f***in' idea what I wanted to do with my life. Dude, I just knew I loved playin' with my nieces and nephew, and one day I just figured I'd give it a shot. I didn't have anythin' to lose at that point, if you know what I'm sayin'!

Frank: I'll take your word for it. I will admit that's about the last occupation I expected you to mention.

Billy: Well dude, you'd know if you had me on any kind of social media like a good chunk of the people from our season. (Laughs) You do at least have Facebook, right?

Frank (Blunt): For business use mostly. I do have a personal account, but I rarely log into it. When I do, I'll either post the occasional picture with Moo Moo, or share a rare humorous post. Nothing earth shattering.

Billy (Giggling): What's Moo Moo again, dude? You own a farm or somethin' too?

Frank (Annoyed): Moo Moo is my dog. He's a catahoula hound that just happens to look like a cow, hence the name.

Taken aback by Frank's harsh tone, Billy lifts up his hands, backs away slightly, and instinctively starts chuckling.

Billy: Easy now, dude! I asked you a question. I didn't run over your cattle... I mean, dog.

''Frank simply glares in Billy's direction, not responding to the early childhood educator's statement. Geoff on the other hand is snickering to himself, thoroughly enjoying the banter between Billy and Frank.''

Billy: But okay, you're not on social media enough to care about following me. Fair enough dude, I can respect that.

Frank: I've never cared about that social media junk, especially Twitter. All that seems to be good for nowadays is digging through people's old posts to find whatever questionable thing they posted 12 years ago, like it means anything now.

Billy: Hey dude, you do you. If you don't wanna be on social media, that's your call, not mine.

Frank: Okay then.

Billy (to Geoff): How 'bout you, man? What's life like on your end?

Geoff (Shrugs): Not much has changed in the couple months I was back home before they called me out here. My firm and I do have more name recognition since I was on Mozambique, and things are going well enough.

Billy: Good for you, dude! You got any family?

Geoff: Yeah. I have my wife, Darlene, and my two children, Ross and Emma. My wedding anniversary with Darlene is actually not long after we're scheduled to return to the States, and we'll be married 12 years this year.

Billy: Congrats dude! That's awesome!

Geoff: Thank you. Darlene had mixed feelings about me coming back out here so soon, so I promised her a shopping spree when I get back. She just said that it'd better be a million-dollar shopping spree.

Billy (Laughing): Yeah, well. If I was her, I'd probably be sayin' the same thing.

Geoff: It's all good, though. She knows how much this second chance means to me. So, despite her reasonable concerns, she is supportive.

Billy: Glad to hear it, dude. (Pauses) Ya' know... this second chance means so much to me as well, and if you're both cool with it, I'd be totally willin' to join an alliance with you. I know people rightly s*** on me and my game during Uruguay, but I wanna change that 'cause playin' a loyal game is what's gonna get me far.

Geoff: Well, if you want to be a loyal ally and prove yourself, I don't see any problems with giving you a chance. I don't have an alliance yet myself, so I'm not about to say "No."

Frank: Neither do I. I'm cool with working with you both.

Billy (Excited): Awesome, dudes! I'm so pumped for this!

''Billy sticks out his fist as a way of asking for fist-bumps from Frank and Geoff. Geoff is quick to return the fist-bump, while Frank is a little more hesitant, but does so anyway.''

Billy (Smiling widely): Well, now it's official!

Following Billy's confessional, he can be seen with Irene, Sheila, and Kelly-Ann in the ocean. Irene and Billy in particular are engaging in a bit of horse-play with each other as they splash around, while Kelly-Ann and Sheila simply laugh along with them. At some point, Irene whips her head around quickly, and her long, black hair catches Billy square in the face. Billy simply laughs this off, and responds by hanging his head forward until he is completely under water. After a brief moment, Billy quickly rises out of the water and whips his head back. Due to his long hair picking up lots of water, as Billy whips his head backwards, all three women get splashed.

Irene (Scoffs): You proud of that?

Billy (Playfully): What? You can use your hair as a weapon on me, but I can't?

Billy gets up close to Irene and gently whips his head around, with his hair catching the side of Irene's face as he does so.

Irene (Rolls eyes): Ugh, you are such a child, you know that?

Billy: I didn't, but that would explain why the children I work with love me so much.

Irene: Yeah, I bet they appreciate an adult there with an IQ lower than their own.

Sheila lets out a playful "Ooooh" at Irene's remark as Billy giggles and gently splashes her.

Billy: Well, whatever I'm doing seems to be working, dude. So... (flicks hair) Captain Hair here ain't takin' any of your nonsense.

Irene turns quickly and makes a gagging motion, while Sheila and Kelly-Ann giggle to themselves.

Kelly-Ann: "Captain Hair"? You come up with that yourself?

Billy: Nah! My buddy, Erik, came up with that just before it reached my shoulders, and it just kinda stuck.

Irene: Pretty soon you're gonna be like that girl in second grade that grows it past her ass and has to be careful not to sit on it, or let it get stuck in the seat belt.

Sheila (Curious): Why did you decide to grow it out? if you don't mind me asking.

Billy (Shrugs): 'Cause I wanted to. No deep meaning or anythin' like that, dudes. I just never felt like I should go and get a haircut, and I just decided I liked it like this. Especially after Erik and some of my other buddies started callin' me "Captain Hair," I thought "Why cut it now? I'll disappoint them!"

Sheila lets out a short chuckle at this while the camera pans around to show Irene rolling her eyes as the camera switches to her confessional.

''Returning from Irene's confessional, the horse-play has since died down and the mood is calmer, with Billy on his back floating in the ocean. After a couple of moments, the early childhood educator sits up, wipes his face, and lets out a sigh.''

Billy: Ya' know, I'm honestly just happy to be out here with a chance to do this again, 'cause I just really wanna redeem myself.

Sheila (Nodding): I agree. I want the adventure that I didn't get last time, leaving pre-merge, and I think most of us are looking for redemption in one way or another.

Billy (Smiling): That's a good way of lookin' at it, dude. (Pauses) Ya' know, I'm already gettin' good vibes from Geoff and Frankie, and between the four of us here, addin' them two would give us the majority at the vote.

Kelly-Ann (Raising an eyebrow): You have an alliance with Geoff and Frank already?

Billy (Shrugs): Nothin' solid, like, no actual deal has been made, dude. Just kinda an understandin' to not write each other's names down the first vote. If y'all want, we could add them and we've got a majority right there.

Irene: From what I remember about Geoff, he was very loyal in our season. But I somehow doubt he'll play the same way he did last time 'cause he got into s*** so early on.

Kelly-Ann (Apprehensive): But then you have Frank, who openly tried to get on everyone's good side in Uruguay, but based on how he actually played the game, he didn't care who he stepped on.

Sheila: Do you think Ella would be a better addition to an alliance?

Kelly-Ann (Choosing her words carefully): Umm... I'd take Geoff over Ella personally, since Ella betrayed me in Montserrat. But if I have to work with her, then I guess I could suck it up if we keep her on a need-to-know basis.

Billy (Smiling): So if you feel good 'bout Geoff, and I feel good 'bout Geoff, I guess that looks good for Mr. Allison.

Irene (Sighs): I guess as Kelly-Ann said about Ella, we could keep him on a need-to-know basis, and we'll be fine. The four of us and Geoff is a majority for the first vote anyway, then we got the four of us in charge.

Billy (Smiling widely): Awesome, dudes! Like, I'm so seriously psyched about this!

Sheila (Smiling): I am too, Billy. Hopefully we all leave here at peace with how we've played.

Billy (Excited): Amen, Mama Feigen... fricker-back... somethin'.

Sheila (Laughing): Feigenbaum.

Billy (Chuckling): Right! Sorry 'bout that.

''Following Billy's confessional, the four castaways are shown making their way out of the ocean and heading back towards the main area of camp where Geoff is already situated, and K.C. can be seen returning from the direction of the jungle. The camera focuses on Billy as he approaches Geoff and quietly takes the personal injury lawyer aside. As soon as they are alone, Billy begins speaking to Geoff quietly, unable to contain his excitement.''

Billy: We got a majority, dude.

Geoff (Caught off guard): What? With who?

Billy: Kelly-Ann, Irene, and Sheila. I was just talkin' with them in the water and they agreed to stick with us.

Geoff (Smiling): That's great. I'm happy to hear that.

Billy: There is one small problem, dude.

Geoff: What's that?

Billy: They don't have as good a feelin' 'bout Frankie as I do, and we agreed to an alliance with him already today. I didn't tell them we were already aligned with Frank, dude, but I hope they don't make us vote him out first.

Geoff: Let's not panic. As you said, I think the key right now is to just try and keep the first vote off of Frank. Thank you for at least getting us some numbers; however, things can be pretty fluid out here, so it's best we lay low for now.

Billy: I agree, dude. (Sighs) Hopefully we can get through this.

Geoff pats Billy on the back and flashes him a smile.

Geoff: We will. Let's just not over-think this, and we'll be okay

The camera now shows Geoff and Billy returning to the main camp area following their conversation.

K.C.: Geoff, Billy, you want to help me add a little more stability to this shelter?

Geoff: Yeah, we can do that.

As Geoff and Billy make their way towards K.C., the footage switches to a transitional shot of a harpy eagle flying overhead before we are taken to a conversation between Kelly-Ann, Sheila, and Irene that has been happening in the meantime as the women walk down the beach.

Irene: So, what did you ladies think of that?

Sheila: Of what? Billy's alliance proposal?

Irene: Yeah.

Sheila: I think Billy just has a lot to prove and he really just wants to make it past the first vote.

Kelly-Ann: The thing about that though is that I don't entirely trust him. I don't buy for a second that he just has an (finger quotes) "understanding" to not vote off Frank and Geoff first. I think he's already aligned with them and just wanted us for numbers. He was a liar in Uruguay, and I don't put it past him to be playing the same way here.

Irene (Nodding): He's still just as douchey as he was in his first season too.

Sheila: It might be worth giving him a chance if we do go to Tribal in the near future to see how he acts. The good thing is that with Geoff being part of our so-called (finger quotes) "alliance," even if they don't want us to vote Frank, that would still leave Ella and K.C. as easy votes, and Ella will likely still not be all that great in challenges.

Kelly-Ann: At least with Ella, she was grown-up enough to come up to me and acknowledge that she back-stabbed me in Montserrat and vow that she's going to be playing differently. I don't trust the girl by a long shot, at least not enough to align with her. But I'd feel better keeping around Ella over someone like Billy that's already being shady.

Irene and Sheila are both shown nodding in agreement with Kelly-Ann's statement as the scene switches to the entomologist's confessional.

Irene (Blunt): Look, can we just stop beating around the bush and align already? I like you ladies, and since Billy's fragile masculinity brought us into this mess in the first place, we'd might as well have something official between the three of us.

Kelly-Ann (Shrugs): Sure, but I thought the three of us were already allies, since we do have that deal with Billy, even if none of us trust him 100%.

Irene: I mean... yeah, but I want us to have our own thing so I don't feel attached to that slime-ball.

Sheila: No argument from me. Are you asking us to shake on it, Irene? Come up with an alliance name?

Irene sticks out her right hand towards Sheila.

Irene: Why not both?

''Sheila chuckles to herself as she shakes Irene's hand, with Kelly-Ann then subsequently doing the same. Kelly-Ann and Sheila then shake each other's hands just before the conversation continues.''

Irene: So... anyone got an idea for this name thing?

Sheila: Why not the "Queens' Bench"? I seem to remember Queen's Bench being some kind of British court, and if those men think we're with them, we'll be the judges of that.

Kelly-Ann (Giggles): I like that... except we're a bench of Queens, and not judges under the Queen of England.

Irene (Excited): Now we're talking! Time to judge the s*** out of those boys... and Ella.

Sheila: Well, as long as we don't make this deal between us three too obvious, with Billy already being under the assumption he's aligned with us, we should in theory hold the balance of power and the ability to make the final judgment call on who goes home.

''After Sheila's confessional, the three "Queens' Bench" allies can now be seen talking and laughing with each other. We then see one last shot of Billy working on the shelter with K.C. and Geoff before the camera fades out.''

Ingariko
Returning from a commercial break, a shot of a black caiman walking along a riverbank comes onto the screen. The footage then transitions to the yellow Ingarikó tribe flag before switching to a scene of Elvis, Charmer, and Bernadette talking and laughing with each other as they lay on the beach, presumably tanning. The scene then transitions to a shot of Pedro, Jessica B., and Sal doing some work on the shelter. The camera focuses on Jessica B. pulling a corner of their tarp tighter and re-tying the rope before finally switching to scene in which Aleigha and Kye are chatting as they gather firewood.

Aleigha: So what brings you out here, Kye? You a huge fan? Or is it just the money?

Kye (Shrugs): I wouldn't call myself a super-fan, or anything like that. The money is a small part of it, because the million would totally change my life, but that's not the main reason.

Aleigha: What is it, then?

Kye (Takes a deep breath): I wanted to come out here to represent the transgender community, and to show people that we're people, just like everyone else. I don't think the transgender community has enough of that representation, especially with Caitlyn Jenner, for example, still being misgendered, and people claiming that we're confused, or doing this for attention, or to trick people... (shakes head) it's heartbreaking for me to see.

Aleigha (Nodding): Yeah, I can imagine how that would be.

Kye: Like, we're people. Gender dysphoria is a real thing some humans experience. It means that we identify with the opposite sex that we were assigned at birth. Trust me, I didn't ask for this. High school alone was a nightmare because I knew I was different, and the other girls picked up on that. If I wanted attention, I'd dance on the cafeteria tables, or something! At least if I were to dance on a cafeteria table, people might be laughing with me, for once. At least if I danced on the table, if I were to get hurt, that would be because of a dumb choice I made. I didn't choose this.

Aleigha: Yup, I've done it, and I can attest to that. (Giggles) Except it wasn't in the school cafeteria. I was drunk, it was raining, and it was a picnic table in my girlfriend's backyard. I'm so lucky I didn't break anything.

Kye has a hand over his mouth trying to stifle his laughter.

Kye: I'm glad you didn't get seriously hurt, 'cause that image is kind of funny.

Aleigha (Shrugs): But the difference is, I wanted that kind of attention. I was a party animal in high school, and for a few years after that. My grades were s***, but at least I had a good time.

Kye: For sure.

Aleigha: It sucks to hear what you had to go through though, simply because of who you are. (Pauses briefly) Are you happier now, at least?

Kye: I was happier the second I graduated high school. (Chuckles) In all seriousness, I'm more comfortable now with who I am, which I guess is the best way to put it. I have my own circle of friends, and things are going alright. The way I see it, life goes on, and things can only get better. I just have to look forward and not let my past and the bullying I experienced define me.

Aleigha (Smiling): That's a great attitude to have, Kye. I don't wanna get all sentimental and s***, but your story is really inspiring.

Kye: Well, thank you very much, Aleigha.

Aleigha: Anytime.

Aleigha: Ya' know... if it's any comfort to you, at least people on this tribe seem to be really accepting. I have not heard one negative thing about you from anyone.

Kye (Smiling): That's great to hear. I haven't felt any negative energy myself, so it's looking like my worst fears aren't coming true, which is a win. (Shrugs) It's just that... I want to win or lose this game like any other person. Obviously, I don't want to be voted out for being transgender. However... I also fear getting sympathy votes and the possibility of going home because people think I'll get sympathy votes.

Aleigha: Trust me, if I'm on the jury, and you were an ass to me, I'll call you out on that. Where I come from, a spade's a spade, an idiot's an idiot, and a douchebag's a douchebag.

Kye (Giggles): I believe you. But seriously, I don't want to be put on a pedestal and given special treatment. I trust that you won't do that, but I don't know about other people.

Aleigha: Are you referring to Bernadette hugging you and giving you that special applause during introductions?

Kye (Nodding): That's exactly what I mean. I'm happy she seems supportive, but I felt pretty uncomfortable being singled out like that.

Aleigha: Yeah, I can tell, and I wish there was something I could say to make you feel better 'bout that. Hopefully she mellows out over the next little while, especially if she sees that you don't want to make a big deal of your identity.

Kye (Nodding): Yeah... (sighs) that's my hope as well.

Once Kye's confessional has completed, he and Aleigha can be seen returning to camp with the firewood that they have collected. Pedro is then shown gingerly placing their medium-sized pot of water over their fire as Jessica B. and Sal sit on the edge of the shelter, a few feet away from each other. The camera focuses on Jessica B. as she sips water out of her canteen and stares out towards the direction of the beach. The camera pans around so we can see what the attorney is looking at, which happens to be the backs of Charmer's, Bernadette's, and Elvis's heads as the three of them are now sitting on the beach as they talk and laugh with each other. The camera then refocuses on Jessica B.'s face, with the attorney now appearing somewhat angry as she speaks up, directing her comment to anyone who may be listening.

Jessica B.: They haven't even lifted a finger since they got here, have they? All three of 'em, lazy pricks.

Kye (Speaking up): Elvis did help quite a bit with actually building the shelter.

Pedro: Charmer was a big help on this fire pit as well.

Jessica B. (Rolls eyes): Okay, none of 'em have lifted a finger today, have they?

There is a short pause as nobody in the area has an immediate response to the attorney's statement.

Jessica B. (Continuing): Besides, what about Bernadette? What has she done since she got here?

Pedro: She was very talkative as Charmer and I built the fire pit. Very sweet lady, she lightened the mood and provided us with a positive environment to work in.

''Jessica B. glares at Pedro, indicating that she is thoroughly unimpressed with his response. Kye and Sal can't help but giggle, while Aleigha grins, indicated that she too was amused by Pedro's response.''

Jessica B. (Sternly): I mean, what chores has she physically done since she got here?

Sal: She... uh... tested the stability of the shelter when she climbed into it, like the rest of us did. Report came back that more improvements needed to be made.

Jessica B. now whips her head around and glares towards Sal, while Pedro, Kye, and Aleigha all smile indicating their amusement.

Sal (Rolls eyes): Chill Jessica, I know what you meant. You're right, Bernadette hasn't done anything, and she is by far the laziest person here.

Jessica B. (Annoyed): Don't tell me to chill. Are we seriously going to let her sit on her fat butt and gossip all day while the rest of us put her in the actual effort to survive out here?!

Sal (Shrugs): Okay, noted. We should ask her to do some work around here, delegate a few tasks for her.

Jessica B (Under breath): Hopefully she actually does them.

Jessica B.: Seriously though, just look at that. (Points towards the beach) The three of 'em are already thick as thieves, and it's only day two. Bernadette's mouth is also always running. I bet her mouth runs more in a single day than her body has in her entire lifetime.

''Sal lets out a short chuckle upon hearing Jessica B.'s last remark. However, the longer the attorney speaks, the more tense the atmosphere becomes, and the comedian soon goes quiet again.''

Jessica B. (Continuing): I don't trust that woman for a millisecond. I bet you that she is the Gossip Club president in whatever hick town she's from.

Kye raises an eyebrow, scrunches up his face, and shakes his head slowly upon hearing this.

Kye: I dunno... to me, Bernadette just comes across as really talkative and friendly. I don't think she has a malicious bone in her body.

Jessica B. (Matter-of-Factly): You sure about that?

Kye (Further confused): Yeah?

Jessica B.: That woman has already come to me saying that you and Pedro are going be huge jury threats 'cause you're transgender and he's an immigrant from a poor country.

''Kye's face drops upon hearing Jessica B.'s accusation, while Pedro's eyes go wide and he slowly turns his head to look directly at the attorney. Aleigha looks towards Kye and a sad expression comes across her face upon seeing his reaction.''

Jessica B. (Continuing): "Sympathy Vote Mania" is what she said the Final Tribal Council would become if the both of you were to somehow make it there. That woman is already thinking of the endgame, and as far as I'm concerned, she's not to be trusted.

Pedro: When did she make this remark 'bout Kye and myself?

Jessica B.: Bernadette caught me and pulled me aside just as the sun was starting to set yesterday after I just got back to camp from going to the bathroom. She said that she wanted to align with me 'cause, according to her, nobody would suspect the two of us would ever work together. I wanted to tell her that that's because she's crazy, but I didn't. She then suggested you, Pedro, as the first target 'cause not only do you have a (finger quotes) "ready-made sob story" for the jury, but you're also "so old you sat next to Jesus himself in second grade," and you're bound to hold us back in challenges.

''Each of the other four castaways in the area are stunned by the allegations Jessica B. has made against Bernadette. As they start to look around at each other, the scene briefly switches to a shot of Bernadette on the beach laughing loudly at a joke Elvis had just told before it changes back to the castaways near the shelter.''

Jessica B.: Trust me, I was just as shocked as you people are. I can't make this stuff up.

Aleigha: What did you say to her about all this?

Jessica B.: I told her I appreciated the alliance offer, but warned that it was too early to be thinking of the endgame just yet, especially with regard to sympathy votes 'cause you don't yet know how people plan on playing, or what the jury will think about them.

Jessica B. (Matter-of-Factly): Face it, that woman is going to be nothing but trouble for us, and she's not even bothering to help around camp. We have five people here. We can band together and get rid of her so we don't have to put up with any more of her nonsense or her dangerous assumptions.

Sal (Nodding slowly): Yeah... I mean... if she's already doing that, we really can't trust her.

Pedro (Dejected): I thought I knew her and that she was above all that. Looks like I was mistakin'.

Kye nods sadly, indicating agreement with Pedro's statement.

Jessica B.: Well, at the first Tribal Council we happen to attend, we can take an official stand.

Aleigha: Yes we can. I'm in.

Jessica B. (Smirking): Perfect! How about the rest of you?

Pedro (Sighs heavily): I'm in too.

Kye: Same here.

Sal: As am I, let's do it. First challenge we lose, Bernadette's out.

''The other four castaways nod in agreement with Sal's statement. The camera then pans around to show Pedro as he turns back around to monitor the pot of water he placed on the fire. The sad expression remains on Pedro's face as the camera cuts to his confessional.''

''As the footage switches out of Pedro's confessional, the air traffic control supervisor reappears on the screen as he monitors the pot of water on the fire. A transitional shot of a giant anteater searching for food then appears just before the scene changes to the conversation on the beach between Bernadette, Elvis, and Charmer.''

Elvis: My husband is such a crafty little bitch, that's why I love him. (Laughs)

Charmer: How so?

Elvis: Well, on the night they announced gay marriage was legalized in Indiana, where we are, he takes me out to a karaoke bar to celebrate. I didn't wanna go 'cause I had to work the next morning. But... he said he would by everything, and my alcoholic ass can't say "No" to free booze. He knows my weaknesses and how to use 'em on me.

Bernadette (Laughs): So relatable!

Elvis: Anyway, there I am, sippin' my Cosmo as he's singing one of my all-time faves - Jailhouse Rock by Elvis Presley. As soon as he finishes, he struts on over to me and says he wants a lifetime sentence in my jailhouse 'cause I (finger quotes) "rock so hard." Then, he deadass gets down on one knee, pulls out a ring, and proposes to me in the middle of the f***ing club!

Both Bernadette's and Charmer's faces light up, as Elvis's story gets them excited.

Bernadette: That is so awesome! I am so happy for you!

Elvis (Rolls eyes): Yeah, except I told Leland over and over before that if Indiana ever made gay marriage legal I wouldn't wanna get married anyway, 'cause what's a piece of paper have to do with our love for each other? Yet I find myself f***ing married mere months after that.

Bernadette: That's because getting married obviously meant a lot to your husband, and you're such a sweetheart.

Elvis: No, I was just drunk when I said "Yes" and calling off the wedding when you still wanna be with someone that wants said wedding to take place would be super, duper awkward.

Bernadette: ...'cause you're a sweetheart that knew what it meant to him to be married.

Elvis (Laughing): F*** off, Bernadette! I'm not sweet!

Charmer: You are sweet!

Bernadette: Ha! (Laughs) You've been out-voted! Tribe has spoken, Elvis. You are officially a sweetheart.

''Elvis begins to blush and puts his head in his hands as he giggles uncontrollably. After a couple of moments, he sits up and speaks between giggles.''

Elvis: I'd say you're ruining my (finger quotes) "tough guy image," but I just finished telling you a story 'bout how I was sipping a Cosmo when my husband proposed.

Bernadette: Even if you had a tough guy image for us to ruin, you still shouldn't feel bad. My hubby's friends have said he became a completely different person by the time we were engaged and that it was like I castrated him.

Elvis (Snickering): Your poor husband. It's worse when the person that castrates you is ugly as sin.

''Having not expected the tailor's smarmy comeback, Bernadette's mouth drops open and she puts a hand over her heart while turning around towards Elvis. Seeing that the hairstylist/fitness instructor has been rendered speechless, Elvis and Charmer can't help but laugh and high-five each other.''

Elvis: We got her!

Bernadette (Scoffs; Sassy tone): That was really rude of you.

Elvis (Smirking devilishly): I know. But it was funny, wasn't it?

Bernadette (Shaking her head): Nope. Not at all.

Charmer: I found it funny!

Bernadette glares at Charmer as Elvis gasps and begins to clap slowly.

Elvis: It looks like you've now been out-voted, Bernadette! It was funny, the tribe has spoken! (Waves) Buh-bye!

Bernadette (Giggling uncontrollably): You ass****!

Elvis (Grinning from ear-to-ear): Thank you.

Charmer: Ugh, if only I had a boyfriend. I wanna get married and have a big wedding so badly!

Bernadette: Oh honey, when the time comes, I'm sure you will have no problems finding one. I know if I was a boy, I'd be attracted to your bright, glowing eyes, your infectious smile, and of course... dem titties.

Charmer gasps and instinctively places her hands over her chest, which gets both Bernadette and Elvis giggling uncontrollably.

Bernadette: You're so adorable!

Charmer (Awkwardly): I... didn't think they were that big.

Elvis: Not compared to Ol' Bernie's wedding cakes. (Giggles) But... if I was straight... I'd still be tempted to go for a motorboat... if you consent, of course.

Charmer (Awkwardly): Ummm... uhh... thank you?

Bernadette playfully goes to slap Elvis upside the head, though the tailor sees this coming and ducks out of the way.

Bernadette: Oh, cut it out, Elvis! You're embarrassing the poor girl!

Charmer (Hugs Bernadette): Yeah! Don't embarrass me!

Elvis (Rolls eyes): Okay then, gang up on me when Bernadette was the one that brought up your boobs in the first damn place.

Bernadette (Smirks devilishly): Hashtag sorry-not-sorry. (Makes "hashtag" sign with her hands)

Elvis (Rolls eyes): Ya' know Ol' Bernie? For trying to get me in trouble for no reason, you owe me an alliance!

Bernadette jerks her head back, caught off guard by the tailor's statement.

Bernadette: I was having fun, you know that! I wasn't trying to get you into trouble. You do a good job of that yourself by the looks of things.

Elvis (Impatient): Will you align with me or not?

Bernadette (Chuckling): Of course I will! I think the three of us would make a great team! We can even add Pedro to get half the tribe involved and call ourselves the "Bodacious, Charming, Pretty Enigmas" since each word starts with the first letter of one of our names!

Charmer: Oh my gosh, yes! I love that so much!

Elvis (Awkwardly): Umm... why Pedro, exactly? We do need some strength in challenges, and I haven't connected with the guy whatsoever.

Bernadette: Pedro is a dear, sweet old man, and I think he would be very trustworthy!

Elvis: But he hasn't shown me that yet, and I'd rather not go to every damn Tribal Council. If we're making an alliance, I'd like some say on who's in it.

Both Bernadette and Charmer go silent for a moment and look at each other before the former speaks up.

Bernadette (Awkwardly): Well... it's not a done deal, obviously. Umm... who would you like to add to the alliance?

Elvis: We could still be the "Bodacious, Charming Enigmas" 'cause I'd love if the three of us had our own name. But I was thinkin' of getting a majority with Kye and Sal 'cause they seem super cool!

Bernadette: I don't know much about either of them to be honest, other than the fact Kye's transgender. Though I would love to get to know them better... I'd like to get to know everyone better, but especially them.

Charmer: Why don't we just stick to the three of us for now and figure this out later? We have at least the next day or so to figure out who we wanna add to our alliance.

Bernadette: Sure, let's do that. Sweet, ol' Pedro ain't going anywhere though!

Elvis: If he sucks ass in challenges, I'll keep pushing for his old ass to go bye-bye. I'm just being honest with you.

''From Elvis's confessional, we can see that the three of them have resumed a light-hearted conversation. Bernadette tells a joke which gets each of them laughing as the camera focuses on the hairstylist/fitness instructor and switches to her confessional.''

''Following Bernadette's confessional, the scene changes to a transitional shot of a giant anteater looking for food in a savannah before showing Jessica B. alone in the main camp area monitoring the fire. We are then taken to the water well just as Aleigha and Kye are approaching Pedro and Sal, who are already there.''

Sal: What did you guys think of the accusations Jessica made on Bernadette a little while ago?

Pedro (Sighs): Troublin' to say the least.

Kye: Yeah, I'd have to agree. I was really hoping my gender identity would not be factored into whether or not I get to stick around out here.

Sal (Shrugs): I'm more interested in if I even believe Jessica, to be honest. I know Bernadette's always talking to anyone who'll listen to her, but Jessica doesn't exactly seem like Bernadette's... type. I think that's the nicest way to put it.

Aleigha (Raising an eyebrow): You don't think Bernadette even approached her for an alliance? She did say Bernadette's logic was that nobody would suspect them of working together.

Sal: That's what I'm trying to figure out. On the face of it, it's like Batman walking up to Joker and saying "You're pretty cool. Let's be friends and work together 'cause nobody will expect it." (Short pause) No points for guessing who's Joker in that scenario.

Pedro: Well, I know Bernie ain't got superpowers.

''Holding his laughter in, Sal nods once and points to Pedro as a way of saying he guessed right. This prompts Aleigha and Kye to let out a short giggle in response.''

Sal: Except she's a Joker that tells no jokes. I don't typically do voices in my routines, but I kinda wanna go up to her and be like (Imitates Heath Ledger's Joker voice) "Why so serious?"

The other three castaways in the vicinity begin chuckling.

Kye: That's pretty good, actually.

Sal: Thank you. But you get the point I'm making, they're not compatible at all. Mostly 'cause I can't see Jessica standing there long enough to listen to anything Bernadette has to say.

Aleigha: Bernadette is kinda all over the place though, and I can unfortunately see her wanting to align with anyone that would listen. I hate to be cynical, but I can't put out of my mind how she singled out Kye for his gender identity at the introductions and made a big deal of the whole thing by starting that clapping. I think that if anyone's gonna use the sympathy vote route to get rid of someone, it would be Bernadette. She also did mention that it was (mocking tone) "so amazing" (Normal voice) as soon as Pedro mentioned he came from Honduras. Nobody else here has made a big deal about any of that.

Kye and Pedro slowly nod as Sal shrugs and crosses his arms.

Aleigha: Just something to think about.

Sal: I see what you're saying, Aleigha, but to me, what Jessica's saying just doesn't make sense. Why would anybody, even Bernadette, want to align with someone that's hated them from the second they've laid eyes on each other?

Aleigha: Desperation. She's older and will be weak in challenges, so she might just be so scared of going first that she'll make a deal with whoever she can hold a conversation with.

Pedro lets out a sigh and hangs his head.

Pedro: Maybe... someone should bring this up with Miss Bernadette. I'm not sayin' confront her with Miss Jessica's accusation 'cause she'll probably just deny. But rather, ask her who she wants to work with and who she wants to see leave without mentionin' Jessica at all.

Kye (Nodding): Yeah, I'd rather not jump to conclusions myself. I felt really uncomfortable when Bernadette singled me out, but I'm hoping she is genuinely supportive 'cause she does seem like a positive and lovely person otherwise. With Jessica, she just comes off mean-spirited to me, and it's almost like she enjoyed talking down about Bernadette. So... I can't bring myself to fully trust what Jessica's saying without more information.

Upon hearing this, Aleigha crosses her arms, shrugs her shoulders, and mutters the word "Okay."

Sal: Exactly, that's all I'm saying. Jessica just gives me the heebie-jeebies.

''After Sal's confessional, one more shot of Bernadette down on the beach with Charmer and Elvis appears on the screen, which is followed by one last shot of Jessica B., who is now resting in the shelter. The camera then fades out and transitions to the next tribe.''

Wai Wai
A shot of a school of arapaima swimming through the ocean comes onto the screen before the teal blue Wai Wai tribe flag appears. It is fairly early in the morning as Arthur, Jessica M., and Pat are the only ones up and about, gathering materials to attempt to start a fire. After a couple of moments, they are joined by Neville and Lacey. Neville is wearing his dress shirt over his white t-shirt, though all of his buttons are undone. We can see Neville rolling up his sleeves as he and Lacey are enthusiastically greeted by Arthur.

Arthur: Gooood mornin'!

Lacey & Neville (Meekly): Morning.

Arthur: How are you two doing on this fine second day of Survivor?

Neville (Shrugs): Meh, could be better, could be worse.

Lacey: My sleep was terrible. Ugh, I wish we had a mattress at least.

Arthur (Laughs): Yeah, so would I. Too bad they don't have any Tempur Pedic bamboo, hey?

Pat (Snickers): That would be nice, I must say.

There is a brief awkward silence as none of the five castaways seem to know what to say to each other.

Neville: So, I see you guys are trying to get a fire going?

Arthur: Ha ha! Right down to business, I like that. (Pats Neville on the back)

Jessica M.: Well, we're about to try so we can hopefully get some sort of breakfast going.

Pat: What'chu think is the best way to go about this? You think my glasses would work?

Neville looks up at the sky and scrunches up his face before looking back at Pat.

Neville (Hesitant): Hmmm... the sun probably isn't high enough to get a good reflection with glasses. Might have to wait a couple hours for that, since it is fairly early.

Lacey (Impatient): Is there anything we can do in the meantime? I'm starving.

''Jessica M. and Neville each shoot Lacey a dirty look upon hearing her say those last two words. The retail associate picks up on this, as evidenced by her face turning pink.''

Lacey (Awkwardly): Sorry.

Arthur: Yeah, I think you speak for everyone here on that one, girl.

Lacey: Well... is there anything else we can do?

Pat: Could we try rubbin' some dried sticks together? Maybe that would ignite a spark that way.

Jessica M. (Eagerly): I'll give it a go!

Arthur (Taken aback): You sure? Or should we wait 'till the sun is better positioned?

Jessica M. (Confidently): I can do it. The sun is out, and it's hot. It's not that high in the sky yet, but it shouldn't matter for this.

Arthur simply shrugs as the salon owner reaches down and selects two durable-looking sticks, one longer than the other. She then takes the machete and sits down on the edge of the shelter, sharpening the shorter stick, then slicing a groove into the longer one. She then rejoins the tribe and places her longer stick down in the middle of the kindling and dried twigs that have been collected, then sits down on the ground. As the salon owner sits down, Pat and Neville sit down as well. By this point, the rest of the tribe have gathered around the area and are watching this take place. Neville can now be seen holding the longer stick steady as Jessica M. slides the sharp end of the shorter stick back and forth in the groove she cut into the larger one as the camera transitions to her confessional.

Jessica M. is now shown continuing to rub the stick back and forth, getting more aggressive with each stroke, as the tribe watches anxiously. Over time, the salon owner is getting more exhausted, as it appears nothing is happening. After a few moments, Neville hesitantly speaks up.

Neville: Wanna switch places? You look like you're wearing yourself out.

Jessica M.: I got this. Just bear with me.

Jessica begins breathing more heavily and continues rubbing the stick back and forth for another couple of moments before Arthur speaks up.

Arthur: Should I...

Jessica M (Snaps; Interrupts): Don't!

''Jessica appears to be using Arthur's words as motivation as she adjusts the positioning of her hands and the angle of the stick, and proceeds to rub the stick faster and faster. After a few more tense moments, the groove in the larger stick begins to turn black and smoke starts to appear, exciting the tribe.''

Lacey: Oh my gosh! It's working!

Jessica continues rubbing the stick back and forth for another couple of moments, before deciding she has done enough as the smoke has gotten thicker. She then takes the longer stick from Neville and tips it upside down over the kindling, and emptying the black char into it. The salon owner, along with Neville and Pat, then nurture the heat they have created until flame appears. This prompts a cheer from Lacey and Arthur as they, along with Anu, Whitney, and Evander, all kneel down to help grow the flame. Soon, the flame is a substantial size and Jessica M. leans back and sits on the ground, panting due to the exhaustion. The tribe congratulates the salon owner on getting them fire. As Pat pats Jessica M. on the back a couple of times and Lacey gives her a hug, the camera switches to her confessional.

As the camera transitions out of Jessica M.'s confessional, the tribe eagerly begins to prepare breakfast for themselves as Evander retrieves one of their jugs of water and puts it into a pot that Whitney had brought out, while Anu retrieves their bag of rice.

Arthur (Excited): Woo! We're eating good today, boys and girls! All thanks to Jessica!

''Jessica can be seen rolling her eyes as she stands back up. The camera then switches back to the excited expression on Arthur's face and his confessional begins to air.''

''The camera now zooms in on the tribe's newly made fire as a pot of rice waiting to boil sits over it. The scene then switches to a conversation between Arthur, Evander, Anu, Whitney, and Neville in a secluded area of the camp.''

Arthur: I dunno 'bout you guys, but I think this would make for a solid alliance right here. We all seem strong enough for challenges, and smart enough to know that loyalty is gonna get us all ahead in this game.

The other four castaways proceed to nod in agreement with Arthur's statement, with Evander appearing the most enthusiastic.

Evander: I absolutely agree with you there, Arthur, 100%.

Whitney: Yeah... I mean, this group right here just seems to make the most sense to me.

''Neville is shown crossing his arms and biting down on his bottom lip. It appears as though he is itching to say something, but is instead choosing not to say it.''

Arthur: Well, in that case, just to get some of this awkwardness out of the way, (giggles) since the five of us would be a majority, does anyone have an initial target in mind?

Anu (Matter-of-Factly): No awkwardness, someone's gotta go first. (Shrugs) I'd have to say Lacey would unfortunately be my pick.

Lacey and Jessica M. chatting by the fire briefly appears on the screen before returning to the current conversation.

Evander: Why's that?

Anu (Shrugs): Between her and Pat, they're probably the weakest ones here for challenges. I also remember how long Lacey stayed on the ship during the evacuation, only to bring us back a lantern we don't need, and nothing else. So, I am a bit concerned she may have been searching for an idol or an advantage of some sort. I know that's not much, but I don't get shady vibes from anyone else.

Neville: If we're looking at strength, then Pat has to be the first to go. Lacey, to me, just seems paranoid. Nothing out of the ordinary, especially for an 18-year-old.

Arthur: I hate to say it, but Jessica M. seems like the one to look out for here.

Evander (Stunned): Didn't she just get us fire? Voting her out first seems pretty mean after that, if you ask me.

Arthur: True, but she's also the most threatening of us. Maybe it's just me, but I have a really weird feeling about her, like something's off. Maybe she's just a little intimidating.

Anu (Scrunching her face): I'm not totally against the idea of getting Jessica out first. However, since she is showing to be fairly strong, I think she'd be more of an asset to us as a tribe than Lacey.

Neville (Passionately): Lacey's not a threat whatsoever, and as I said, my instinct is that she's just paranoid. Logically speaking, someone like Lacey would be way more loyal to us come a merge or a swap than someone like Jessica or Pat.

Anu (Raising an eyebrow): Ya' sure about that? Based on how you're talking, I'd think there's something going on between the two of you, if I didn't know any better.

Neville (Slightly taken aback): Yes, I'm sure. There's nothing between Lacey and I. She's just paranoid, and as I said, come a swap or a merge, she'll stay by us. I'm just thinking about this logically.

Evander (Stepping in): Now, now. Let's not argue.

Neville (Crosses arms): I'm not arguing.

Anu: Neither am I. Neville, I just wanna make sure I know what your motives are for defending Lacey.

Neville: I told you where I stand on the matter and why. I'm not going to say any more.

Anu: I don't have any strong feelings on who I think should go first. If you people feel strongly 'bout keeping Lacey and voting Jessica or Pat, that's fine, I'll vote with you.

Whitney: I agree with that as well.

Evander: I'll be 100% loyal to this group here. I'll vote however we all decide.

Arthur: Well, in that case, I think we got plenty of strength here in this alliance, and to me, Jessica comes off as though she's the biggest game threat, and I just get a weird vibe from her.

Neville (Shrugs): I'm fine with that. I think Pat's probably our overall weakest link for challenges. But, unless he completely shoots us in the foot and single-handedly costs us the challenge, you're not going to get an argument from me over voting Jessica.

Arthur: Haha, that's more than fair, Neville. As long as we, as an alliance, stay strong and stick together, we're fit to be in this game for a good, long time.

''Following Arthur's confessional, we can see that the strategy talk has died down as the YouTube film critic cracks a joke in an attempt to break the awkward silence and lighten the mood. As Evander and Whitney both laugh along with Arthur, Anu glances towards Whitney, who soon looks back at her. Anu then shrugs her shoulders and nods as the camera switches to her confessional.''

Upon the conclusion of Anu's confessional, a brief shot of a crab walking alongside the beach appears on the scree before transitioning to a conversation by the fire between Lacey and Jessica M. that has been happening in the meantime.

Lacey: So... Jess... is it alright if I call you "Jess"?

Jessica M.: I don't care. Just don't give me a stupid nickname.

Lacey (Giggles awkwardly): Good to know, thanks. Ummm... I was just wondering, is it weird that I find Neville... hot?

Jessica M. (Snickering): So you do have a crush on him.

Lacey (Defensive): No! (Brief awkward pause) Well... maybe a tiny one. I'm not like, glued to his side or anything.

Jessica M. starts snickering louder.

Lacey (Embarrassed): Stop laughing at me! (Puts head in her hands) Oh my God!

Jessica M. (Between giggles): It's alright, seriously. There's nothing wrong with a little puppy love.

Lacey: But... we're on Survivor... I can't let people think we're too close, right? What if he doesn't like me back? Is it weird that I'm even attracted to him?

Jessica M.: Well, he ain't my cup of tea, but they do say beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Whether it's (finger quotes) "weird" or not is none of my business.

Lacey: Yeah, I guess you're right about that. But still like, what if he doesn't like me back? I told him yesterday I find him hot, but...

Jessica M. (Interrupts; Holding laughter in): Wait... you already told him?

Lacey (Awkwardly): Just that I found him hot... and I may have asked to see his abs.

''The salon owner turns away and puts a hand over her mouth, unable to contain her full-on laughter any longer. This only serves to embarrass Lacey further.''

Lacey (Groaning): Oh Lord... (Puts her head in her hands) I've already f***ed this up so bad, haven't I?

''Lacey looks directly towards Jessica M., who soon turns her head to look back at Lacey. Seeing the genuine worry in the 18-year-old's eyes, the salon owner immediately stops laughing and changes her tone.''

Jessica M. (Sympathetic): Has Neville asked you to have nothing to do with him anymore?

Lacey: Well... no.

Jessica M.: Then you still have a chance. Trust me, men love to be paid attention to.

Lacey (Sighs): I guess that's true.

Jessica M.: Why do you think I got divorced? I didn't have time for that s***. I have a business to run, a life of my own to live, and an ex that didn't understand that.

Lacey: You being divorced doesn't really help me or give me much hope.

Jessica M.: No, but it doesn't change my point. Show that boy you're interested simply by spending time with him, and he might surprise you. People, especially men, like to feel important. I got divorced 'cause my ex didn't like that I had more going on in my life than just him. He still wanted someone to be all lovey-dovey with him all the time, and that just wasn't me anymore.

Lacey: I see.

Jessica M.: Don't force anything with Neville. Sooner or later you should be able to tell by his actions what his feelings towards you are.

Lacey: Ugh, I guess you're right. (Sighs) Thanks Jess.

Jessica M. (Smiles): No problem, Lacey.

After Jessica M.'s confessional, the camera focuses on Lacey, who appears to be deep in thought.

From Lacey's confessional, a tarantula is shown crawling up a tree before we are taken to a scene showing Neville and Lacey talking as they walk down the beach together.

Lacey (Awkwardly): So... ummm... I'm, uhh... just curious, not trying to insinuate anything... I swear... (giggles)

Neville (Raises an eyebrow): What is it?

Lacey: Do you, ummm... have anyone... you know... uhhh... significant, in your life?

Neville (Shrugs): I got a few close friends, nothing out of the ordinary.

Lacey frowns for a moment.

Lacey: But, do you... like, ummm... have anyone closer... than a friend? (Winks)

Neville shoots Lacey a knowing look, then proceeds to shrug his shoulders and smirk devilishly.

Neville: Yeah, I've got family. I've got good relationships with my sister and a few of my cousins.

Lacey (Slightly annoyed): Okay... like, ummm... how about, you know... anyone not related to you that's closer than a friend? (Brief pause) You know what I'm getting at. (Giggles awkwardly)

Neville: I do live on res. at the university and have a roommate named Ben. I get along pretty well with both him and his girlfriend.

Lacey (Further annoyed): No... are you... like, seeing somebody?

Neville: I see that you are standing beside me right now. I have not yet experienced any degree of vision loss or visual impairment.

''Lacey shoots Neville a dirty look which prompts him to simply smile at her. The retail associate then stomps her right foot on the ground, covers her face with her left hand, and giggles awkwardly for a moment before turning back to face Neville, who appears amused by her reaction.''

Lacey (Irritated): Okay... ass****... you know damn well what I'm trying to ask you. Don't torture me like this!

Neville (Playing dumb): Sorry, I'm not quite following. What are you trying to ask me?

Lacey takes a couple deep breaths as Neville continues to smirk in her direction.

Lacey: You know what? Fine... dammit... I'll just say it...

Neville: Say what?

''Lacey clenches her teeth and her eyes shut, then stomps her right foot on the ground again. She then takes another deep breath before blurting out her question.''

Lacey (Awkwardly): Do you have a girlfriend... or a boyfriend? I dunno which way you swing... I don't wanna assume, I'm just dying to know.

''Neville proceeds to start laughing, which embarrasses Lacey. The retail associate's face goes red as she puts her head in her hands.''

Neville: Well, now that you've specified exactly what you are inquiring about, I shall provide an adequate answer. For the record, I am single... and also straight.

''Lacey lets out a heavy sigh before taking another slow, deep breath as Neville anxiously awaits her response. Lacey then gently punches Neville's arm, visibly confusing him.''

Neville (Rubbing his arm): Ummm... oww?

Lacey (Sternly): I didn't hurt you. You deserved that for being an ass****.

Neville: Did I now? If you're resorting to physical violence, does that mean you no longer have a romantic interest in me?

Lacey (Awkwardly): No, ummm... I mean, I may have a tiny crush on you. (Sighs) Sorry, I've never been good at this kind of thing.

Neville: That's quite alright, romance has never been my forte either. However... I must say, it is a new experience for me to have a person express their attraction to me in this manner. I'm used to all the pretty girls pretending I don't exist unless they want to copy my class notes or get answers to homework.

Lacey (Nodding): Yup, that's my school experience to a tee. All the popular girls seemed to treat me like a textbook. The popular boys never gave me the time of day, but then again, I really didn't mind too much 'cause most of them were idiots, and probably still are. Just listening to some of their stupid questions in class made me cringe so hard. Like, if they just opened the front cover of their chemistry textbook, they'd see that the chemical element symbol for gold is A-U and not (mocking tone) "Go." (Shudders)

Neville (Chuckles): Yup, that would annoy me too.

Lacey: Like, seriously though, I feel like that's why I gravitate to smart boys, like you. I see that typical "pretty-boy smirk" and I now just imagine some cringe-worthy, stupid statement coming out as soon as his lips start moving.

Neville: So, it appears looking like a nerd has its perks after all.

Lacey (Nods): It does!

Neville: If I can just be serious for a minute though, before we go any further...

Lacey (Frowns): You don't like me, do you?

Neville (Confused): That's not what I'm saying.

Lacey (Awkwardly): Sorry... continue.

Neville: All I'm getting at is that I'm not interested in a (finger quotes) "showmance" of any kind. I think you're really cute and funny, but at the same time, I hope we can both agree that a showmance would be detrimental to both of our games.

Lacey clenches her lips together and nods slowly for a moment before responding.

Lacey (Sighs): Okay... I understand.

Neville: I'm not saying I don't want to work with you out here, quite the opposite, in fact. However... it would be beneficial for both of us if we made an effort to appear like we're no closer than typical Survivor allies.

Lacey (Smiles): I get it, thanks for clarifying. Honestly... I didn't come out here interested in a showmance, at all. I just feel this attraction to you that's hard to ignore.

Neville: Fair enough, Lacey. I'm open to seeing what happens once the game is over. But for now, let's just not think about that, and look at getting ourselves towards the end.

Lacey (Nods): That I can live with... thank you.

Neville: Well, if you want to discuss the game, I have some exciting news for you.

Lacey: What's that?

Neville: There's a majority alliance forming, and I want to pull you into it.

Lacey (Gasps): Really?! That's so exciting! Who's in it?

Neville: It'll be us, Anu, Whitney, Arthur, and Evander.

Lacey: Cool!

Suddenly, Lacey's face drops as it becomes evident that something troubling has just come to her mind.

Neville: What's wrong?

Lacey: Jessica and Pat are excluded, aren't they?

Neville (Nods): Yeah, they're the only ones not in the group. They're debating right now about which one to go after when we go to Tribal Council.

Lacey: It's just that... I have a deal with Jessica and Pat, and I told them already that I wanted you in the alliance too.

Neville: Hmmm... so it appears we're in a pickle.

Lacey: Yeah! I really don't wanna betray Jessica and Pat, 'cause they seem so trustworthy, and Jessica is really strong. But that's also only half the tribe, and we'd be in a clear majority on the other side.

Neville: From my perspective, the most level-headed ones in the alliance I agreed to are Whitney and Evander, so we could always talk to one of them and see what they think is the best option.

Lacey: Yeah... (takes a deep breath) true enough.

Neville: I'm not too worried. It appears as though we're in a swing vote position, so as long as we're on the same page, we should be okay.

Lacey: I agree... just don't betray me, whatever you do.

Neville (Giggles awkwardly): I wasn't planning on it. We just agreed to align together.

Lacey (Sternly): I'm dead serious. Don't f*** me over, I swear to God! I'm scared enough as it is, and I just can't handle even the thought of being betrayed right now. I'm really putting so much trust in you.

Neville: As am I, Lacey. As I said, we just need to make sure we're on the same page.

''Upon the completion of Neville's confessional, the mood between himself and Lacey has evidently gotten lighter as they can each be seen smiling as they talk with each other while returning to camp. The camera then pans around, and we can see Whitney and Anu sitting by the fire as the latter looks directly at Neville and Lacey.''

Anu (Quietly): They sure have spent a lot of time together, haven't they.

Being right next to Anu, Whitney was the only one in the area that was able to hear the waitress's comment.

Whitney (Quietly): Yeah, I've noticed that too.

Anu: Hopefully Neville stays with us.

Whitney: He'd be dumb to betray us on the first vote.

Anu (Shrugs): Crazier things have happened in this game.

Whitney: I'm not worried just yet. Neville seems pretty smart, so let's not get ahead of ourselves. I'm willing to trust him... for now.

Anu (Nodding): Fair enough.

''The camera now shows Neville and Lacey walking by the fire, right past Whitney and Anu. The view then zooms in on Anu as she turns her head to watch them walk away as the scene fades out.''

Orealla
''The scene now shifts over to the Orealla tribe as their beige tribe flag appears on the screen. Following a transitional shot of a monkey climbing a tree, the scene shifts over to the tribe's shelter as Irene and Billy can be seen laying down inside it. Though they are the only ones in the shelter, Irene is on one far side of it, and Billy is on the other. The camera focuses in on Irene, who has a blank expression on her face as the scene switches to her confessional.''

As the scene switches out of Irene's confessional, we see a smirk come across her face as she shuffles over to the other side of the shelter to lay next to Billy. As the early childhood educator is facing the other direction, he does not notice Irene approach him. As soon as Irene is right next to Billy, she puts a hand on his bicep and slowly moves it up his arm, startling him a bit. A frightened expression comes across Billy's face, which gets Irene laughing.

Billy: Hey, I uhhh.... wasn't expectin' you to be right there, dude. What's up?

Irene: I'm bored.

Billy (Nods): Yeah... same here, dude.

Irene (Smirks devilishly): You wanna do something fun?

Billy: Such as?

Irene: I dunno... maybe... hide the machete with me.

Stunned by Irene's comment, Billy jerks his head back.

Billy: What'd you just say?

Irene (Giggles): You heard me. Are you up for taking the machete and burying it somewhere with me?

Billy: Why would we do that?

Irene: To watch Ella and the old fogies we're stuck here with run around like chickens with their damn heads cut off. Wouldn't that be hilarious?

Billy (Shrugs): I guess as we don't keep it hidden too long... and as long as we cover for each other...

Irene (Interrupting): Duh! Of course we would (mocking tone) duuuude!

Billy proceeds to start laughing as he sits upright next to Irene, who sits up as well.

Billy: So... if we're gonna cover for each other, dude... who should we blame the lost machete on?

Irene (Shrugs): I don't know, whoever I see next for all I care.

The camera pans around the main camp area, soon showing Frank walking in the direction of the jungle before refocusing on Billy and Irene, the latter pointing towards the real estate agent.

Irene: Why not Frank?

Billy suddenly appears slightly nervous, taking a moment to ponder Irene's question.

Billy: Hmmm.... how 'bout K.C.?

The camera briefly shows K.C. walking through the jungle before switching back to Billy and Irene.

Billy (Continuing): I was just thinkin'... wouldn't it be hilarious if the tribe cop was the one stealin' things from 'round here?

Irene (Smirking): Yeah, it would be, that's for sure. He probably would have the most priceless reaction too, wouldn't he?

Billy (Nods): Yeah, that's exactly what I was thinkin'. As long as this doesn't go on too long and get outta hand, it'll be hysterical, dude.

Once Billy's confessional is finished, the scene returns to the shelter as Irene shimmies out of it, and picks up the tribe's machete, which was laying nearby. The YouTube personality then motions for Billy to follow her, and the two of them start walking towards their beach. Soo, they come to a set of large rocks that start on the sand, but stick out into the ocean. Irene puts her hand on the closest rock and speaks up.

Irene (Assertive): Okay, so we're both aware, the machete will be buried right in front of this rock, for when it's time to dig it back up.

Billy (Nods): Sounds good, dude.

''Irene and Billy then get on their hands and knees and begin to dig a hole for them to place the machete into. After a few moments, they are both satisfied that the hole is big and deep enough, and Irene proceeds to place the machete into it. As Irene and Billy cover the machete with sand, the scene switches to Irene's confessional.''

''Upon the conclusion of Irene's confessional, her and Billy are shown completing the burial of the tribe's machete. The two of them then stand up and fist bump each other before making their way back towards camp. A transitional shot of a rainbow boa slithering into the bushes then appears on the screen before we are taken to a scene showing K.C. and Sheila talking as they walk through the jungle.''

K.C.: Ya' know Sheila, from watching our season back, I think you and I are actually pretty similar.

Sheila (Chuckles): What makes you say that?

K.C.: In Tasmania, we were both the head honchos of our three-person alliances, which both included Molly. We were also both shockingly taken out before our time. I got bit by a snake, you got bit by a Phoenix.

Sheila (Butting in): ...and Molly.

K.C.: True, but you would've gone to rocks if Phoenix didn't flip.

Sheila: I wasn't in as tight of an alliance with Phoenix, but I'm not about to play semantics here. What's your point?

K.C.: I want to work with you in this game. From my understanding, due to your lack of challenge strength, you could be the first to go if we go to Tribal, but I don't want that to happen.

Sheila (Smirks; Shrugs): Okay.

K.C.: You proved in Tasmania that you are a smart, stable, and reliable ally, and I believe I've done the same. I want to work with you on the down low. Since we've never interacted in our season, I don't know if people here think you and I would actually pair up.

Sheila: I doubt they would. I'd be okay with working with you.

K.C.: So, if the two of us are going to work together through this thing, is there anyone else you think we should rope in?

Sheila: So, from my point of view anyway, here's how things seem to look around here (counts on fingers): Billy and Geoff, super tight. Kelly-Ann and Irene, super tight. These girls did already approach me to work with them, but I know I'd be super third wheel, you can just tell.

K.C. (Nods): Yeah, I know what you mean. Especially if they were together when they came to you.

Sheila: That's exactly what happened. I think it would benefit us to work with those girls for sure. Billy did approach me on his own, but he asked to bring along Geoff. I can't tell exactly how close Billy and Geoff are. I just know that they're working together. However, if need be, I think Billy may write Geoff's name down... at least before Kelly-Ann and Irene vote against each other.

K.C.: I wouldn't trust a word out of Billy's mouth. He was slimy as hell in Uruguay. We did see how he turned on Shane at their first vote.

Sheila: He wouldn't be that stupid to do it again. I think Billy seems pretty nervous about leaving early again, and he is strong for challenges. I feel like we'd have better luck scaring him into being loyal to us than roping in Geoff, Frank, or Ella.

K.C.: Well, if Irene's with us, that makes Ella the obvious choice to go since she's probably the weakest one left. We'll have to see how she does in challenges, but I think that's a safe bet for now.

Sheila: I got no problem with that. A consensus on the first vote would be ideal 'cause if Ella goes, us two, Kelly-Ann, and Irene would be the majority.

K.C. (Nodding): Which would mean we don't have to worry about trusting Billy since we'd have the numbers regardless.

Sheila (Smiling): Exactly.

K.C (Smirking; Nodding): Perfect. I like this plan.

''Following K.C.'s confessional, he and Sheila are shown returning to camp. Once they do, all eight returning players are now in the main area of the camp. The camera then pans around to show Billy walking towards the shelter and sitting on the edge of it right next to Geoff, who is laying down inside the shelter. Billy then leans over and begins whispering to the personal injury lawyer.''

Billy: Hey.

Geoff: What's up? Something wrong?

Billy (Smirking): Nah dude, why'd you think that?

Geoff (Pointed): You're whispering.

Billy: I just wanna let you in on somethin' real fast.

Geoff: What's that?

Billy: Irene came to me with an idea to prank K.C. and have a little fun 'round here.

Geoff (Raising an eyebrow): What kind of prank?

Billy: She wanted to hide the machete and blame it on K.C. to get his reaction, dude. So we hid it by those rocks near the ocean.

Geoff's eyes go wide as he sits up with a concerned expression on his face.

Geoff: You sure this is really a good idea?

Billy: His reaction should be hilarious, dude. But I also told her that we needed to make sure this didn't get dragged out too long.

Geoff: Good thought. It would be funny for a few minutes, but you'll have to let him off the hook soon enough 'cause it won't be a laughing matter for that long.

Billy (Nodding): I know, dude.

Geoff (Smirks): At least now that I'm in on it, I can laugh along with you for that little while. Thanks.

Billy (Smiling): No problem, dude.

''Billy now stands up and walks away as Geoff lays back down, chuckling to himself. The camera then zooms in on the personal injury lawyer's face as it switches to his confessional.''

We now return to the main area of the camp as the eight members of the Orealla tribe are all lounging around.

Frank: What do you people say we try to get a fire? I'm tired of that pit we made yesterday just sitting there.

Sheila (Smiles): That's a good idea. I'll go with you to get firewood. Hopefully we can get a flame before it gets too dark.

As Sheila says this, Frank begins looking around for the tribe's machete. Sheila, Geoff, and Billy are each shown watching the real estate agent closely as he begins to wander around the shelter. As Frank walks all the way around the shelter, he appears confused for he has not found the machete. After a few minutes, he gives up, turning to his tribe for assistance.

Frank: Hey! Anyone know where the machete's at?

Kelly-Ann: Wasn't it by that tree over there, near the shelter?

Frank: Not there! I looked.

Kelly-Ann (Confused): You sure?

Frank (Annoyed): Of course I'm sure!

Kelly-Ann now walks over to the spot near the shelter she thought the machete would be situated. The camera pans around to show both Billy and Irene smirking, followed by shots of the other tribe members that are unaware the machete had been buried earlier by Billy and Irene all appearing confused. The camera then pans back around to show Frank stepping aside to allow Kelly-Ann to examine the aforementioned location. Once the entomologist arrives at the spot, she too grows more confused as Frank's statement that the machete is not there is indeed correct. Kelly-Ann looks around the spot for a few minutes before getting on her knees and looking underneath the shelter itself. Kelly-Ann sticks her arms underneath the shelter to feel around the area just as the camera begins panning around to show Geoff and Billy watching her as the latter smirks, followed by a shot of Irene with a hand over her mouth to stifle her giggling. The camera then returns to Kelly-Ann and Frank as the latter stands with his arms crossed, while the former pulls her head out from under the shelter and stands up.

Frank: Well?

Kelly-Ann (Sighs): You were right, nothing. I honestly have no clue where the machete's at.

Frank now nods and turns his attention to the rest of the tribe.

Frank (Loudly): Anyone know where the machete is at? It's not in its proper spot!

''The camera pans around the tribe again, this time showing the remainder of the tribe shaking their heads and/or saying "No" in response to Frank's question. There is a brief moment of awkwardness before Irene speaks up, loud enough for the whole tribe to hear.''

Irene: I could've sworn K.C. was the last person with the machete!

K.C. shrugs his shoulders and crosses his arms as each of the police officer's tribe mates look directly at him.

K.C.: I don't know where it's at. When I finished with it, I put it back in its spot.

Frank: You sure, K.C.? 'Cause it ain't there now.

K.C. (Annoyed): Yes, I'm sure! Why would I lie about where I put our damn machete?

Billy: Maybe you put it somewhere else by mistake. It happens, dude.

K.C. (Frustrated): I know where I put the damn machete! I left it right where it's supposed to be!

Frank: Well, it's not there, so you had to have put it somewhere else.

K.C.: I didn't! I'm not an idiot. I'm responsible enough to not lose the machete!

Irene: So you deliberately hid it on us?

K.C. (Angry): Why the hell would I deliberately hide the machete?!

Irene (Shrugs): How the f*** am I supposed to know?

Billy: Dude, doesn't Judge Judy say we can't tell what other people know?

Geoff (Nods): That's right! It's hearsay because it calls on the operation of another person's mind.

K.C. now angrily whips his head around to glare at Geoff, and then at Billy.

Billy: Relax dude, we'll find it.

K.C.: I will not relax. You people are acting like I hid the machete to sabotage the tribe or something!

Kelly-Ann: Nobody said "sabotage."

K.C.: Irene just accused me of deliberately hiding the machete, Kelly-Ann! Did you not hear that?!

Irene (Sassy): Ya' know, K.C., you're sounding awfully defensive right now.

K.C.: 'Cause I didn't hide the f***ing machete! Someone else had to have taken it after I put it back and didn't return it where it was supposed to go!

''K.C. lets out a frustrated sigh, which sounds more like a growl. The camera then pans around to show Billy, then Geoff, both appearing amused by K.C.'s reaction, followed by a shot of Irene giggling particularly loudly and uncontrollably.''

K.C. (Seething): You think this is funny Irene?!

Irene: Kind of, yeah. If you were innocent, you might be trying harder to figure out where it is. Or at the very least, you wouldn't be screaming.

''K.C. walks closer to Irene, who crosses her arms, appearing unfazed. The police officer then points a finger in Irene's diretion.''

K.C.: I'm starting to think you are the one that lost the machete, Irene! You just want to deflect blame so you don't look bad!

Irene: I've never touched the damn machete! Only Kelly-Ann and you boys were the ones ever using it for anything between building the shelter and getting palm fronds. (Smirks) I've been the laziest one here.

K.C.: You sound almost proud of that.

Irene: No, I've only done what I can 'cause I know the least about surviving in the jungle. Besides, I'm not the one that was last seen with the machete.

Sheila (Stepping in): Okay, can we not argue? I doubt anybody lost the machete intentionally. We just need to split up and look for it.

Ella: I think that's a good idea.

K.C. (Sternly): Just what I was going to suggest.

Irene (Giggles; Sarcastic tone): Sure you were.

K.C. continues to glare at Irene as the camera transitions to his confessional.

''After K.C.'s confessional, various shots of the entire Orealla tribe looking around camp for the "lost" machete appear on the screen. Irene, Billy, and Geoff are even participating in the search, presumably to save face. The camera focuses on K.C. grumbling to Sheila as they look nearby a group of trees.''

K.C.: I know I didn't lose that damn thing. I'm feeling almost attacked here.

Sheila (Nodding): I believe you. I doubt the machete was intentionally misplaced. It's somewhere around here.

K.C.: What'd you think of Irene's behaviour?

Sheila (Shrugs): She likes riling people up. She hasn't changed from her season, clearly.

K.C.: You think she might've set me up? You'd think the machete would've been found by now with everybody looking.

Sheila: It's hard to say. It's something I could see her doing. At the same time though, even if the machete was accidentally misplaced, I could also see Irene making those comments for the sake of simply stirring the pot for her own amusement, whether she touched the machete or not.

K.C.: You know this makes me question if we can trust her, right?

Sheila: I do, and that's reasonable. I think Irene's the type that as long as you're on her side and she feels comfortable, you're good. It's when she gets desperate or knows you're against her that you have to watch out.

K.C.: So basically, you're saying that I need to suck up to her?

Sheila: In a word... yes.

K.C. (Rolls eyes; Sarcastic): Great.

Sheila (Giggles): Look, we still don't know if the machete was deliberately hidden or not, and it may still turn up. Let's not get ahead of ourselves.

K.C.: Ugh... you're right. I'm just pissed at this whole thing.

Sheila (Nodding): I understand. You have every right to be.

Proceeding Sheila's confessional, as he rest of the tribe are still searching for the machete, Geoff can be seen approaching Billy and whispering to him.

Geoff: Time to let K.C. off the hook? We had our fun.

Billy (Nods): I think so. I'll talk to Irene.

''Billy then walks over to Irene, who we can see is laying on the ground beside the shelter, looking underneath it. The early childhood educator then crouches down next to her as the camera pans around to show that Geoff is nearby watching the encounter while pretending to look for the machete in a bush. Billy then whispers to Irene, startling the YouTube personality.''

Irene (Annoyed; Whispering): What the f***?

Billy: It's just me, dude.

Irene (Rolls eyes): What do you want? I'm busy pretending to look for the machete while the others make fools of themselves.

Billy: You think it's time to let K.C. off the hook?

Irene (Further annoyed): Why? Are you nuts? The fun is just beginning.

Billy (Fires back): Nobody seems to believe the machete bein' lost was intentional, dude.

Irene: So what? The're still panicking as they actually try to find the damn thing. (Giggles) Let's just leave it for the day.

Billy (Confused): You don't wanna fire today, dude? You don't wanna boil water or eat any kind of meal?

Irene: It's not like we get much food out here anyway. It'll be fine, Billy. Don't ruin the fun. Sit back and enjoy this. We're in this together.

''Billy lets out a frustrated sigh and looks away from Irene. As the early childhood educator turns his head, his eyes go wide as he sees Geoff looking directly at him. Irene then taps Billy's leg to regain his attention.''

Irene (Sternly): If you dig up the machete right now, I'm throwing you under the bus and pinning this all on you. The old fogies and Ella are all running around like headless chickens as we planned. Don't ruin my fun.

Billy (Shrugs): If I go down, you're comin' down with me, dude.

Irene: Then don't ruin this for both of us. Sit back, and enjoy the chaos we created.

Billy (Sighs): Okay, but this ain't gonna go all the way into t'morrow, dude.

Irene is now simply glaring in Billy's direction as the scene transitions to her confessional.

After Irene's confessional, the footage returns to the previous shot of the YouTube personality glaring at Billy.

Billy (Whispering): As I said, dude, no one believes K.C. intentionally hid the machete anyway, so I ain't gonna pretend like I think he did either.

Irene (Matter-of-Factly): That's fine. Just don't dig it up, and don't mention my name to anyone about this. You know the consequences.

Billy (Nods): Yup.

''Billy now stands up and turns around to walk away. Irene then stands up as well, brushes the dirt off of herself, and walks in the opposite direction. As Billy walks, he turns his head around to look behind him. Seeing that Irene is walking away and has her back to him, Billy approaches Geoff.''

Billy: Dude, she wants that thing to stay buried for the rest of the day.

Geoff (Annoyed): You're kidding, right?

Billy (Shakes head): Nah dude, I told her no one buys that K.C. hid it and that we should let him off the hook, but she said the fun was just beginnin' 'cause people are panickin' as they try to find the machete. She accused me of ruinin' her fun.

Geoff lets out a frustrated sigh and thinks about his response for a moment.

Geoff: So... what's your plan?

Billy: I guess... I'll leave it there for now. Dude, I told her I wasn't gonna keep pretendin' that I think K.C. did it, and she didn't care. She just threatened to throw me under the bus if I dig it up now, or if I mention her name to anyone.

Geoff: Well, that's your call. I appreciate you keeping me in the loop this whole time, so I got your back. Just... don't let things get too out of hand.

Billy (Nodding): I know, dude.

Geoff (Sternly): I promise you, Irene's gonna be trouble in this game. I know you're in an alliance with her, but you have to stay on your toes.

Billy: Yeah... (sighs) I agree.

''Following Billy's confessional, the scene switches to a shot of Frank and Kelly-Ann appearing frustrated as they continue to look around camp for the machete. K.C. then appears on the screen returning to the shelter with an angry expression on his face before the camera pans around to show Irene giggling to herself. The camera then fades into a commercial break.''

Orealla
The program returns during the second night of the game at the Orealla camp, first showing the beige tribe flag before transitioning to a shot of a black panther prowling through the jungle. The scene then shifts over to the beach near the rocks, where Billy can be seen on his knees digging into the sand. After a moment, the camera focuses in on Billy's face before turning downwards to show the inside of the hole that he is digging. Soon, the silver blade of the machete becomes visible and the early childhood educator nods to himself. Billy lets out a sigh as he pulls the machete out of the hole and places it on the beach next to him before filling the hole with sand. As Billy re-fills the hole, the camera cuts to his confessional.

As the camera fades out from Billy's confessional, we see him walking over to the spot near the shelter that the tribe had noted was the designated spot for the machete to be kept. Billy then crouches down and places the machete nearby that spot, but with the blade underneath the shelter and the handle sticking out. As the early childhood educator stands up and walks around the shelter towards his sleeping spot, the camera lingers on the now returned machete before fading out.

Immunity Challenge
An aerial shot of the Guyanese jungle now comes into view as the camera moves towards the beach. After a moment, the camera quickly zooms towards an aerial shot of the season's first immunity challenge, then switches to a ground level shot and pans around to show the three challenge lanes before turning over to Jeff.

Jeff Probst: Come on in, guys!

The Wai Wai and Ingarikó tribes can now be seen entering the challenge arena in single file lines. Jessica B. leads for Ingarikó tribe as Elvis carries the tribe flag. For Wai Wai, Lacey is at the front of the line as Jessica M. carries the tribe flag. As the two tribes of new players enter, they can each be seen glancing towards the challenge set-up and noticing a third lane, confusing many of them. As they assemble on their mats, they can be seen asking each other "What's going on?", with that very question appearing on the bottom of the screen in subtitles. Once they are all assembled on their tribe-coloured mats, and Elvis and Jessica M. have placed the tribe flags into their respective holders, the host begins to address them.

Jeff Probst: You guys ready to get to today's immunity challenge?

New Castaways: YES!

Jeff Probst: Alright, first things first... you guys want to meet who else you're up against this season?

''Many of the new castaways' eyes go wide, while some seem simply anxious about who is going to come out. Nevertheless, many still nod and answer "Yes" to Jeff's question.''

Jeff Probst: Well then, it's time to bring them out...

The host turns slightly to call out behind him

Jeff Probst: Come on out, Orealla!

The tribe of returning players now proceeds to enter the challenge aren in the order of their original season from oldest to most recent as Probst introduces them.

Jeff Probst: From Survivor: Montserrat... Kelly-Ann and Ella... from Survivor: Tasmania - Vengeance... Sheila and K.C. ... from Survivor: Uruguay... Billy and Frank... and from Survivor: Mozambique... Geoff and Irene.

''The camera lingers on Irene as she glares at the two tribes of new players just prior to placing the Orealla tribe flag into its holder. The camera then pans around to show the expressions of the new players, many of whom are sizing up the returnees. The camera then focuses on Bernadette, who has a big smile on her face as she frantically waves at the tribe of returning players.''

''Following Bernadette's confessional, the camera switches over to the Wai Wai tribe as Lacey is biting down on her bottom lip and staring directly at Irene, with the YouTube personality catching this. A smirk comes to Irene's face as she winks at Lacey, which makes the retail associate blush as she shakes her head quickly and turns to face Probst. The camera then switches to Lacey's confessional.''

Proceeding Lacey's confessional, the camera lingers on the nervous expression on the retail associate's face before turning to Probst, who now addresses all 24 castaways simultaneously for the first time this season.

Jeff Probst: Alright, let me officially welcome all of you to Survivor: Guyana!

Many of the 24 castaways break out into applause and cheering.

Jeff Probst: As you can all now clearly see, this is the biggest season in this series to date: 42 days, 24 people, 1 Survivor! New players, I can assure you that these returning players on the beige mat have been living in the exact same conditions as you have since day one.

The Orealla tribe all nod in agreement with this.

Jeff Probst (Continuing): Each of you also experienced some kind of emergency scenario before arriving at camp. Wai Wai and Ingarikó, you had to evacuate off the ship, and Orealla, you had that breakdown with your truck. Wai Wai, after you had evacuated off the ship and got back to camp, what's the one thing you would say you still need most after seeing what items you were able to take with you?

Arthur: Definitely fire, Jeff. Jessica M. over here was able to get us fire with sticks, but flint would certainly be nice to get the job done easier.

Jeff Probst: How about for you, Ingarikó? What do you need most?

Jessica B. (Crosses arms): At least we were smart enough to collect flint when we were getting off the boat. However, we were still stupid enough to not get anything to transport water in. We just have a little pot, and that's it.

Jeff Probst: So Wai Wai needs flint, Ingarikó needs a big water jug. Orealla, what do you still need most?

K.C.: Same as the first tribe, Jeff. We need flint, or something to start a fire.

Jeff Probst: Alright... there is... one more thing...

The camera pans around quickly to show 24 curious sets of eyes all anxiously looking towards the host.

Jeff Probst (Continuing): Each person that is voted out of this season will have a chance to influence this game like never before, for they will make two decisions that can directly, and greatly affect at least two people. That will start at tonight's Tribal Council, and will continue all the way until the last person is voted out on day 41. I will leave it at that.

Each of the castaways now appear to be pondering what this statement by the host could be referring to, lingering on the faces of Lacey and Billy, who appear particularly nervous.

Jeff Probst: So, with all of that in mind, are you guys ready to get to your first immunity challenge?

Castaways: Yes!

Jeff Probst: Alright, here is what you'll be playing for...

Jeff walks over to a podium that is covered by a blanket, then removing the blanket quickly to reveal a statue of a jaguar (the national animal of Guyana) posing on a hill of skulls, which will serve as the tribal immunity statue.

Jeff Probst: Immunity is up for grabs.

Jeff now goes on to explain the immunity challenge, dubbed Quest for Fire, noting that the first two tribes to climb to the top of a 30-foot tower and ignite it with their torch win immunity.

Jeff Probst: In addition, you will be playing for reward...

''Jeff now walks over to a large table that is covered by another blanket. He proceeds to remove that blanket, unveiling a variety of supplies.''

Jeff Probst: First tribe to finish will receive immunity, as well as this massive fire-making kit, which includes plenty of kindling and coconut husk, as well as two full bundles of firewood chopped and ready for you. This will also include those essential items you noted that you were in need of a few minutes ago.

The camera pans around to show the castaways appearing especially pleased with the reward.

Jeff Probst: Second tribe to finish will only receive immunity and that essential item you noted you were most in need of. Wai Wai and Orealla, if that is you, you will receive flint. Ingarikó, if that is you, you will receive your large water jug. Losing tribe gets nothing except a date with me at Tribal Council where one of you will be the first person voted out of Survivor: Guyana. I know this is worth playing for. I'll give you a minute to strategize, then we'll get started.

After a quick time-skip, the three tribes are now shown to be in position, ready to begin the challenge.

Jeff Probst: Here we go! For immunity and reward in the form of a giant fire-making kit and essential items missing from camp. Survivors ready... GO!!


 * At the start of the challenge, Aleigha, Mendez, and Kelly-Ann are the people responsible for lighting the torches for their respective tribes.
 * Orealla started off strong due to the brute strength of Billy and K.C. keeping their raft steady and giving Kelly-Ann time to make sure each torch is lit.
 * Their lead only increased due to a lack of chemistry on the Ingarikó, with Bernadette and Pedro having trouble maintaining their footing.
 * In addition, Jessica B. attempted to lead the tribe and pull them along faster than they could handle, with Aleigha having to yell at the attorney on two occasions in the water that she missed the torch they just passed.
 * As Aleigha yells, she can't help but swear as she tries to make herself heard. This offends Jessica B., who can be heard on at least two occasions yelling back "Stop your swearing!"
 * Wai Wai is not faring much better than the other tribe of newbies as Pat is having the most trouble maintaining his footing in the water, falling forward every so often.
 * Arthur is attempting to guide the tribe through the water, though Wai Wai ends up suffering from their own miscommunication issues, missing one torch and having to go back.
 * As a result of the struggles of the other tribes, Orealla makes it to shore way ahead of the newbies.
 * Just as Orealla enters the really shallow water near the shore, an out of breath Sheila falls forward, with Geoff and Billy having to help her up so they can continue.
 * Given that both Ingarikó and Wai Wai faced similar struggles through the water, they reach the beach at close to the same time, although Wai Wai is slightly ahead.
 * Seeing that Ingariko presently in last place, Jessica B. gets more impatient and attempts to move the tribe faster.
 * Bernadette and Pedro have trouble handling this speed, with the former slipping up, and the latter falling to one knee as he trips.
 * Out of breath, Pat and Lacey both struggle to keep up with their tribe's pace once they reach shore, slowing them down.
 * Orealla is the first tribe to light all their torches along their path, finally stopping at the end to allow Kelly-Ann to light the final torch.
 * As K.C. is the tallest of the tribe, standing at 6 foot 4, he takes the final torch out of its slot as soon as Kelly-Ann lights it, and proceeds to climb the 30-foot tower, successfully lighting it.

Jeff Probst: OREALLA WINS IMMUNITY, AND REWARD!! We are looking for one more!


 * As the tribe of returning players celebrate their win, both tribes of new castaways are still pulling themselves along their path on the beach.
 * Ingarikó seems to have found some sort of rhythm, bringing themselves neck and neck with Wai Wai.
 * Mendez has a little bit of trouble lighting one torch on the beach, putting Wai Wai slightly behind.
 * Seeing the end, Ingarikó seemingly gets tunnel-vision and starts to run straight past their third-to-last torch, prompting Aleigha to call for them to go back, and allowing Wai Wai to regain a slight lead, making it to their final torch just five seconds ahead of Ingarikó.
 * Once the final torches are lit, Kye and Arthur grab them out of their slots and proceed to sprint to the top of the tower for their respective tribes.
 * Kye manages to light his tower first, securing immunity for Ingarikó.

Jeff Probst: Ingarikó wins immunity and reward, sending Wai Wai to Tribal Council! Wow, that was down to the wire!

''The Ingarikó tribe begins cheering and celebrating their win, with Elvis and Bernadette being especially enthusiastic in their celebration, the latter hugging each of her tribe mates. The camera pans over to show the dejected Wai Wai tribe. The camera focuses on Lacey, who appears especially frustrated. after a time-skip, Jeff is shown facing the three tribes.''

Jeff Probst: Orealla, congratulations!

The tribe of returning players cheer as Probst walks the jaguar portion of the immunity statue over to them and passes it to Kelly-Ann.

Jeff Probst: No returning castaway is going home tonight. In addition, the massive fire-making kit, including the two full bundles of firewood is yours. Yes, there is flint included with it. If you can't make fire with that, I'd seriously start questioning how a few of you made it as far as you did the first time.

Most of the Orealla tribe appear amused with Jeff's remark.

Jeff Probst: Grab your stuff, come get your reward. Enjoy the night off.

''The Orealla tribe does as Jeff instructs. Once they have left the challenge arena, the host turns to Ingarikó.''

Jeff Probst: Ingarikó, it was really close, but you managed to pull it out in your first challenge. Immunity is yours.

''Jeff walks the portion of the immunity statue that makes up the hill of skulls over to Ingarikó as Bernadette loudly cheers while the remainder of the tribe clap. Kye takes the statue from Jeff as the host returns to his spot.''

Jeff Probst: In addition, you also receive a large water jug to take back to camp with you, as you had mentioned when we got here that was what you needed most. Should make transporting water for boiling much easier.

''Probst picks up a water jug and walks it over to Ingarikó, with Sal taking the jug from him. Jeff then returns to his spot.''

Jeff Probst: No Tribal Council for you either. Grab your stuff and head back to camp. Enjoy your night off.

The Ingarikó tribe now does as Jeff has instructed them, allowing the host to turn to Wai Wai.

Jeff Probst: Wai Wai, it was a hard fought battle, but unfortunately not enough. Tribal Council tonight, where one of you will be the first person voted out of Survivor: Guyana. You have the afternoon to figure out who that person is going to be. Grab your stuff, head back to camp. I'll see you at Tribal.

''The Wai Wai tribe now proceeds to gather their belongings and make their way back to camp in a slingle-file line. Jessica M. picks up the tribe flag, and the camera lingers on her, Anu, Pat, Lacey, and finally Neville before switching to the medical student's confessional.''

As Neville's confessional comes to an end, Pat appears on the screen for a moment before the scene fades to black.

Author's Notes
Since there are two people named Jessica in the cast, Jeff Probst himself will be referring to Jessica Mendez by her last name in the future as he has done with many castaways in the canon series. This is in order to distinguish between Jessica Mendez and Jessica Brennar.
 * I wrote Probst adding their last initials onto their names on the ship as a nod to Probst's sense of humour after Jessica Brennar made a big deal of there being two people named Jessica, and also to illustrate Probst's enjoyment of drawing out suspense whenever possible.
 * As Jessica Mendez referenced herself by her first name, and since other castaways would call her by her first name, "Jessica M." will still be written in other parts of the story, such as when she speaks in the script.

Arthur Doyle's final sentence in his second day 2 confessional: "Louis, I think this is the beginning of a beautiful friendship." was a reference to the classic 1942 film, Casablanca.
 * This line in the film was spoken by Humphrey Bogart's character, Rick Blaine

Irene Xing's third confessional on day 2 was inspired by this scene from the movie Cop Out (2010): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhTv2kSBMhc

Big shout out to Wafflefreak for inspiring the style of this introduction (specifically the gallery), as implemented in his new season: Survivor: Hashima.

Special thanks to Tanglefrost for helping me flush out my ideas for the "evacuation"/marooning scenes.

The episode title is said by Kelly-Ann Vnuk as she talks about her Grandmother and how she will use her memory and guidance as fuel to win the game.