The Survivor Spork

The Survivor Spork is the 7th episode of Survivor: Mozambique.

Challenges
Reward Challenge: Caught in the Web On a web of rope, hang twelve baskets, each containing a food item. One at a time, the Survivors must race up their tribe's ramp, across the netting and up the rope web. They then retrieve one basket and race back to the finish line. Once they cross the line, the next tribe member goes. Each castaway must grab at least one basket, and the whole tribe must take a turn before someone can go again. The first tribe to get all their items back in their basket wins.

Reward: 12 food items (from the baskets in the challenge) that will dramatically improve meals; things like olive oil, sun dried tomatoes, etc.

Immunity Challenge: Mayday Two players untie and assemble a wooden puzzle stretcher, lock it in place with metal braces, then run to the beach. One swims out to a mast and climbs a rope ladder to free a hostage, then they both swim back holding a life ring. The victim gets on the stretcher and is carried back. Finally, the two remaining tribe members must make a fire large enough to burn through a rope, lowering the tribe flag. The first tribe to do so wins immunity.

Story
'''DISCLAIMER: There is a scene on day 17 with a lot of heavy subject matter that may make some feel a bit uneasy, due to the nature of what is being discussed. Discretion is advised.'''

Sena
''The program opens on night 16 showing the now five remaining members of Sena returning from Tribal Council in a single file line, torches in hand. Soon, they lean their torches against a solid tree and begin to surround the fire-pit as Marshall works to get their fire up.''

Cassy (Appreciative): Thanks for keeping me, guys. Glad I still have the chance to prove myself here.

Allan (Smiling): Don't worry about it, we need you for those challenges anyway.

Cassy (Shrugs; Smirks): You're not wrong.

Tesla can't help but cross her arms and grumble a little bit in response to Cassy's comment as the camera cuts to her confessional.

"sena"

- As much as I understand the reason my allies kept Cassy around, I can't help but hate them a little bit for doing it. Sure, we need to win challenges, but over the past few days, Cassy hasn't treated me with an ounce of respect, and I don't doubt that she's going to look to get rid of me as soon as possible. I know I haven't been all that helpful in challenges or around camp, and unfortunately, that's the main thing Cassy can hold over my head right now. But you know what? I need to prove to myself and everyone else that bullies like Cassy aren't going to keep me down. I'm getting a little stronger every day, and I hope I'm healthy enough to pitch in more around here and shut Cassy up once and for all.

As the camera cuts out of Tesla's confessional, we see that Marshall has successfully gotten the fire back up, allowing the five castaways to all warm themselves.

Allan: Let's just make a vow not to go back there again. Makhuwa is still up in numbers on us, eight to five, so I don't think we can afford to lose any more.

Cassy (Chiming in): I totally agree. I trust those people probably less than you do, especially now that Constantine's girlfriend is gone. We need to break the Sena curse and win the next one.

Marshall: Well, I trust that everything will work out the way God intends it to. Obviously we still gotta put in the effort and do our very best if we wanna win, but I say we should just give our fears and our worries to God.

''Irene, an atheist, physically bites down on her tongue (which is still inside her mouth) in order to prevent herself from possibly saying something she may regret, while Cassy and Allan both say "Amen." The camera then focuses on the diesel mechanic before transitioning to her confessional.''

"sena"

- Even though I'm easily one of the top two challenge performers on this tribe, and there should've been no reason for me to worry about going home over Sky, the fact that I still got one vote on the re-vote does make me think I'm still firmly on the bottom here, even if that vote was from Tesla. The way she bitched and whined at Tribal, on top of her just absolute laziness and uselessness just proved to me that she's nothing more than the Survivor spork. If you don't know what a "spork" is, it's basically a combination of a spoon and a fork, except for the fact you can't use the contraption to eat anything because the prongs are too small to stab stuff with, and the fact there even are prongs in the first place mean stuff like soup falls right off it! (Shakes head) UGH! I hope my challenge performance is enough to spare me over Tesla if we do go to Tribal again, and Allan did say he wanted her out, but at the same time, she is still here, so I really dunno where I stand and I just need to keep fighting my ass off to stick around.

As the castaways continue to warm themselves and make light conversation, the camera focuses on Irene as she smirks.

"sena"

- Getting rid of Sky last night secured me a huge position of power in this game. I still have a ton of connections over on Makhuwa, and given the fact that Allan, Tesla, and Marshall all trust me completely, I'm pretty set to go pretty damn far in this game at the moment, and that feels amazing! Sky was by far my biggest threat out here due to her incredible social game, as well as her rumoured showmance, which I needed to put an end to. Even if Cassy is this (finger quotes) "dictator" or whatever, that means absolutely f*** all 'cause she's firmly on the bottom with zero power, totally at my mercy if we go back to Tribal. I'm not saying it's a done deal that she's gone next, especially if Tesla continues to be emotional, useless, and straight-up irritating, but at the same time, I know I'm in position right now to make the call to switch up the plan if need be, so I'm not worried one bit. Better yet, if Cassy does somehow have an idol, that would mean that if she saves herself, buh-bye big baby! (Smirks)

The camera now focuses on Irene as she stares into the fire before panning around to show a shot of Tesla, followed by one of Cassy and Allan, then transitioning into this season's intro.



Day 17
''Returning from the intro, we are still with the Sena tribe as the scene opens up on the morning of day 17. Cassy and Marshall are already awake, having wanted to get a head start on the morning chores. They are shown returning to camp carrying the tribe's water jugs. Then unexpectedly, Tesla can be seen heading in their direction, having just woken up.''

Tesla (Forcing a smile): Morning.

Marshall (Caught off guard): Oh! Morning, Tesla.

Cassy (Wide-eyed): You're awake?!

Tesla (Giggles): Yeah.

Cassy (Skeptical): How's your head?

Tesla (Shrugs): It still hurts a little bit, but it's starting to get better.

Marshall (Smiling): That's wonderful!

Tesla (Nodding): Yeah, I think it'll take a little while yet before I'm fully feeling myself again, but I do think I wanna start helping out around here more.

Cassy raises an eyebrow, not totally buying Cassy's statement about wanting to help more as Marshall responds.

Marshall: Well good for you for wanting to push through! I think Cassy and I were able to do most of what needed to be done right this second, but if you see something else that you think needs to be done, don't be afraid to step up and take initiative.

Tesla (Slightly taken aback): Oh... is the fire started already?

Marshall (Nodding): Yes it is. Cassy did that even before I was awake.

Tesla: Do you guys have enough firewood to keep it going? I could gather some of that.

Cassy (A bit snappy): We have plenty of that, if you look towards the pile.

Tesla (Slightly disappointed): Oh...

Cassy: The only thing we haven't really done is prep breakfast, I guess if you wanna help with that, it's up to you. But we were gonna wait until more people are awake.

Tesla: Well... I guess it doesn't hurt to get started (looks at Marshall)... right? It could be a nice surprise for when Allan and Irene wake up!

Marshall: No, it doesn't hurt to get started. As you can see, Cassy and I just brought the water jugs back a couple minutes ago.

Tesla (Smiling): Oooh! I like that! I should be able to boil the water.

Marshall: Awesome! I'll show you where the pot is.

Tesla (Giddy): Thank you so much!

"sena"

- Due to being so sick, I never had much of a chance to help out around camp, and that was something that Leah and Cassy have used against me, and I really want to change that. I want to show the tribe that Cassy's not as indespensible as she thinks she is, and that there's no reason she shouldn't go home next. I've worked too darn hard to stay here, and it would just crush me beyond belief if I went home before someone as downright rude and self-absorbed as her, especially if it came down to camp chores, of all things!

Tesla is now shown unscrewing the lid off of the heavy water jug before clumsily picking it up and attempting to fill the pot with water. However, she doesn't lift the jug quite high enough before tipping it, spilling some water on the side of the pot and on the ground, causing Cassy to freak out and rush over to fix the issue, helping Tesla lift the jug higher as the audio/visual technician apologizes profusely. As Tesla now pours the water into the pot, she asks multiple times if she's poured enough, annoying Cassy a little, although the diesel mechanic says nothing. As soon as the pot is full enough, Tesla lifts it with both hands to put it over the fire. However, she nearly drops the pot in the process, although luckily Cassy and Marshall catch her before the pot dropped and the water spilled.

Tesla (Giggling nervously): Thanks so much.

Marshall (Smiling): Anytime Tesla, thanks for offering to help with this.

Tesla: You're very welcome.

Meanwhile, Cassy is shown walking in the other direction so that Tesla doesn't see the look of contempt on her face as the camera transitions to her confessional.

"sena"

- (Frustrated) Ya' know, karma has a weird way of giving people exactly what they ask for sometimes. My biggest thing against Tesla was that she was as useless as a damn spork because she lays in the damn shelter and doesn't help with camp chores. Well today, she helped with camp chores... and proved that she is indeed more useless than a f***ing spork! Like, she goes to pour water into the pot, and she proceeds to start spilling it everywhere! How the F*** do you screw up pouring water in a pot!? Then she kept asking how much water she needed to pour in there, and to top it all off, the stupid girl nearly dropped the damn pot as she went to put it over the fire! God bless Marshall for keeping himself together and not tearing a strip off that girl because all of a sudden, I'd almost rather her go back to doing f*** all so she can't screw everything up and accidentally burn the camp down!

Makhuwa
Upbeat music begins to play as the scene transitions from the tense atmosphere at the Sena camp, to a more lighthearted one at the Makhuwa camp. After the opening shot of the gold tribe flag, the scene switches over to the main camp area, where the members of the Makhuwa tribe are hanging out, except for Ricki. Soon however, Ricki enters the frame, having fashioned her gold buff into a tight fitting mini-skirt that barely covers her butt. Ricki has a smirk on her face as she struts back into camp as most of the tribe have their eyes fixated on her.

Leah (Rolls eyes): Really Ricki?

Ricki (Playfully): What? Can't a girl get away with being a little... frisky every once in a while? (Giggles)

Jimmy (Wide-eyed): Yes! Absolutely you can!

Leah (Confused): Don't you have a fiancé?

Ricki (Dismissively): Yeah, but it's like a bajillion degrees out, and it's not like I don't have my panties on. Nobody can see anything that they're not supposed to see, and besides, who's really looking anyway?

Jimmy and Constantine both raise their hands high in the air.

Ricki (Blushes): Oh please!

Kane: Screw it, I'll admit I looked as well. (Chuckles) Just because I'm gay though doesn't mean I can't appreciate a nice, round bottom when I see one, no matter who it belongs to.

Ricki can't help but laugh as she stuffs her shorts into her bag.

Ricki (Sassy tone): Well then, I guess I'll give you what you're asking for.

''Ricki now walks over to where Kane is sitting and proceeds to start twerking in front of his face (albeit badly). This causes all of the younger castaways on the tribe (including Ricki) to start laughing, especially Kane and Jimmy.''

Constantine (Bewildered): What was that, exactly?

Ricki (Shrugs): A lame-ass attempt at twerking.

Jimmy: Where is this even coming from, Ricki? Not only do you have a fiancé, but I never pegged you of all people as a flirt.

Ricki (Giggles): Hey look, if the tribe's only hot girl ain't gonna flirt with you, and if I'm feeling a bit frisky, why should I hold back? As I said, nobody's seen what they're not supposed to see, and Liam knows I'm perfectly happy to come back to him after this thing is over. So I don't see the harm.

"makhuwa"

- Considering that I've had issues with my body image and self-esteem for a good chunk of my life, it felt really good for me to step in front of the tribe, let loose, and have a bit of fun. More than ever before, I'm comfortable with my body and confident in who I am, and I want to take the time to embrace that whenever I get the chance. I don't see myself ever really playing the flirt card out here, not outright anyway, especially knowing that my fiancé is at home watching. But at the same time, I see no problems with showing a little bit of skin just to have fun and get some laughs.

In contrast to the joking around, and general silliness, that Ricki's behaviour seemed to spark within the Makhuwa tribe, there is one castaway situated deep in the shelter that does not share in the jovial mentality, that being Penelope. After a few moments, she lets out a heavy sigh, which nobody appears to notice. Seeing as though the happy, up-beat mood of the tribe does not suit her current mindset, she crawls out of the shelter, steps in front of the tribe, and lets out another heavy sigh before heading towards the beach, causing most of the tribe to take notice of her. Once Penelope's back is turned, Tori in particular can't help but voice her disgust at what just transpired.

Tori (Snarls): Talk about "buzz-kill."

Constantine: You're telling me! Like, just 'cause you're not having fun doesn't mean the rest of the tribe's not allowed to have fun.

Ricki (Sighs): I wonder if this has anything to do with Francine's evacuation yesterday. She seemed quite broken up about that.

Jimmy (Shrugs): Wouldn't surprise me. She was damn-near inconsolable as it was going down. To be honest, I can't believe she was able to pull herself together before the immunity challenge.

Ricki (Standing up): Well, I'm gonna go check on her and see how things are going.

Tori (Half Sarcastically): Good luck.

As Ricki follows Penelope to the beach, the camera pans over to show Brendyn, who can't help but roll his eyes as the camera transitions to his confessional.

"makhuwa"

- I've never really been Ricki's biggest fan, but before the swap, even though she was obviously close with Jimmy, she seemed fairly reserved, so it didn't bother me that much. But since the swap, she's been so much more outgoing, and positive, and she just goes so far out of her way to get people on her good side, and to me, it just comes off as very phony. Like, before the swap, Ricki and Penelope didn't seem to interact all that much, but when Penelope's all upset this morning, Ricki suddenly wants to play the role of therapist?! With now emotionally unstable Penelope seems to be, I fear that despite Ricki not seeming to care that much about her before the swap, that she can still be swayed by someone like Ricki, who along with Jimmy, I would like to knock out of power as soon as possible.

Following Brendyn's confessional, the camera follows Ricki as she is shown approaching Penelope on the beach, who has her knees close to her chest and is hanging her head.

Ricki (Concerned): You okay, Penelope?

Penelope (Heavy sigh): Please leave me alone, Ricki. I'm not in the mood.

Ricki: You sure?

Penelope: Yes, I'd rather just be left alone right now.

Ricki: Alright then. If you want to talk about it with me, I'll be back at camp.

Penelope: Good to know.

As Ricki turns around and starts walking back to camp, the camera zooms in on the sad expression on Penelope's face.

"makhuwa"

- Seeing all of my emotional supports leave the game absolutely broke my heart, especially with Francine leaving the way she did. Don't get me wrong, I was thankful that Jimmy and Ricki consoled me as Francine was being evacuated, but before that, Ricki and I especially barely talked at all, and now she suddenly wants to be my friend? (Shrugs) I dunno, maybe she's being genuine, but it just seemed weird. Also like, even if she was being genuine, given all the crap that's happened to me out here and the fact my emotional supports keep leaving me for one reason or another, if I let Ricki in, then she'd probably just end up blindsided or evacuated anyway, so I don't see the point in putting either of us through that. (Heavy sigh) Just like in life, it's looking more and more like I'm gonna have to get through this thing alone, and I really dunno how much longer I can put up with this.

We now see a Ricki returning to camp, appearing slightly defeated as she was unable to comfort Penelope as she intended to. Since she told the rest of the tribe she wanted to check on Penelope, most of them are surprised to see her returning to camp so soon, especially Brendyn, who we see raising an eyebrow.

Jimmy: Everything okay?

Ricki (Shrugs): She didn't want to talk about it. She seems to be feeling pretty down, but if she doesn't want to talk, I'm not about to force anything.

Leah (Shakes head): It's always something with that woman. I dunno what it is this time, but if it's still about Francine not being here, then she's gonna have to pull herself together and face reality 'cause that girl ain't coming back!

Ricki (Nods slowly): Yeah... (sighs) whatever it is, it just seems like a sad situation all around. I don't envy her one bit.

"makhuwa"

- I always knew Penelope was a pretty emotional person, especially after witnessing her big fight with Emil a few days ago. But seeing how she broke down when Francine got evacuated, it really opened my eyes as to just how much Penelope needs some form of emotional support if she's going to get through this game. So yeah, my concern for her was absolutely genuine. But if she doesn't want to talk about it, there's not much I can do other than make sure she knows that I'm here if she wants to talk. It's sad, but until she opens up and asks someone for help, there's not much that anyone can really do about how she's feeling.

The camera switches from Ricki's confessional to a transitional shot of a lion chasing an antelope, which is followed by a conversation in the woods between Brendyn and the remaining original Sena members.

Brendyn: I just want to know if you guys would like it if I ran something by you super fast. This isn't the most moral idea I've ever had, but if it works, it'll get you guys out of the minority, and we can make our way to the end.

Constantine: If it gets us out of the minority, I don't see why not.

Tori (Shrugs): Yeah, let's hear it, Brendyn.

Brendyn: So, uhh... you know how all emotional and stuff Penelope is, right?

''Hearing this, Constantine stiffens up a bit as he sees where this is going, and doesn't appear to like it. Tori and Kane on the other hand, nod and say "Yeah," encouraging Brendyn to keep going.''

Brendyn: Well, the way I see things here, Ricki and Jimmy are by far the biggest threats in this game, and as I was telling Kane, they were running things before the swap, and were on a bit of a power trip, if I do say so myself.

The camera now shows us a brief shot of Ricki and Jimmy relaxing in the shelter before switching back to the current conversation.

Brendyn: Basically, I'm thinking we tell Penelope that Ricki, Jimmy, and Leah all hate her guts, and have been mocking her behind her back.

''Hearing this, Constantine face-palms and mutters "Oh God, no." to himself. Brendyn sees that Constantine is less than receptive to his idea, so he begins to try and sell it to the trio.''

Brendyn: It's pretty obvious that Leah and Penelope don't get along as it is, and I think that if Penelope were to vote with Leah, it would basically be a matter of her not thinking she has any other choice. As for the other two, while Jimmy occasionally interacted with Penelope on the original Makhuwa and they seemed to get along, Penelope barely spoke to Ricki much, if at all. They seemed civil enough with each other before the swap, but since then, Ricki has really turned up the volume, and her whole act to me comes off as phony. If we can get Penelope to see that Jimmy and Ricki are not who they say they are, and that Leah truly despises her, she'll be as good as ours.

Constantine is now crossing his arms, and doing his best to not appear totally against the idea, which both Tori and Kane seem receptive to.

Kane (Skeptical): I like the idea, and I want this to work, but do you really think she'll buy it? Like, Ricki doesn't come off to me as phony at all, and if she got along with Jimmy before the swap, I don't see how she'd suddenly believe he hates her.

Brendyn (Matter-of-Factly): Well, I personally see Ricki as being phony, especially compared to how she seemed on the pre-swap tribe. Besides, since I truly believe it, I feel like she'd buy it if I seemed confident enough in my pitch.

Tori: What about Jimmy?

Brendyn: Ricki and Jimmy seem to be best friends, so I don't think it would seem too outlandish to believe that they'd share the same opinion about her.

Tori (Skeptical): Okay then, what was your relationship like with Penelope before the swap?

Brendyn (Pauses): Uh... well... we didn't really talk all that much, but I never had anything really against her, and I don't see why she'd have anything against me, or why she'd suspect me of being untrustworthy.

Tori (Rolls eyes): So basically, you had even less of a relationship with her than Ricki did. (Sarcastic) Boy, I wonder who Penelope will believe, especially if she has a decent bond with Jimmy!

Brendyn: Okay then, do any of you think you'd do a better job of convincing her?

Constantine (Adamant; Agitated): No! Absolutely f***ing not! This plan is sick and twisted to begin with, but also, we haven't even known Penelope for three days! If we did it, there'd be such a huge chance that it'll backfire and make us look like major f***ing ass****s.

Kane (Stepping in): For the record, I have no problems with this whatsoever. In fact, it's a good thought. But Brendyn, you absolutely have to be the one talking to Penelope, because Constantine's point is valid. Even though you didn't know her all that well pre-swap, we didn't know her at all, and being part of the minority, we might just come off as terribly desperate.

Brendyn: Okay, that's fair enough. I don't have any problems talking to Penelope. As I said, I feel like if I spoke with enough confidence, she might believe me, and if she questions why Jimmy would be in on this, we can just say he's tighter with Ricki and Leah than he is with her.

Tori (Shrugs): Well, as long as you know what you might be getting yourself into, I'm down for this. I just don't wanna go out of the game because this plan of yours flops.

Kane: Same with me. If this works, it will not only get us out of the minority, but we'd totally be able to turn the game on its head!

Brendyn: Constantine?

Constantine (Sighs): Well, as long as I don't have to do any of the talking, I guess I can let you do your thing. I mean, this does benefit my game too, after all.

Brendyn (Smiling): For sure. I promise that you three don't have to say a word, except to back me up if Penelope happens to question you about what I'm saying. (Both Tori and Kane begin to nod) Besides, I've been looking to overthrow Jimmy and Ricki for a while now, so now I finally have an excuse to vent my frustrations.

Kane (Smiling): Sounds great. Hopefully you can pull this off. Good luck to you.

Brendyn: Thanks, Kane. It might take a little while for me to figure out exactly how to tell her about this, but I'll do my best to speak to her sometime today.

"makhuwa"

- Maybe I'm a terrible person for wanting to manipulate Penelope's emotions to turn her against Ricki and Jimmy, but I don't think I have much of a choice now. Francine's evacuation threw a major wrench into my plans because all of a sudden, I can't just flip to Sena by myself because that would force a rock draw, and I don't want to put myself in any danger of going home pre-merge. I also feel like I've come too far to back out of this plan to flip on Makhuwa now, especially because Kane has the power to spill the fact I have the Steal a Jury Vote advantage to my former tribe if he wants to. I ain't gonna lie and pretend I'm not nervous about the chance of this backfiring, but I do feel like this is a solid plan that could lead Penelope to make a somewhat dumb move, while putting myself in a position to run this tribe and make my way towards the end.

After Brendyn's confessional, we see that Constantine and Tori are now alone in the ocean talking about Brendyn's plan, to which Constantine is still concerned about.

Constantine: You don't think that, if Brendyn follows through with this, that he's taking things a bit far? I mean, the guy is talking about actually manipulating Penelope's emotions, and you see how sensitive and fragile she is to begin with.

Tori (Shrugs): People lie in this game to get ahead all the damn time, and I somehow doubt that Brendyn came up with this plan because he thought it was all fun and exciting to manipulate Penelope. Obviously he ain't a nice person, and I don't trust him all that much. But at the same time, I do believe he wants to flip, and if you think about it, he may be the only option we have.

Constantine (Sighs): Yeah, I see what you're saying. I'm not gonna go out of my way to stop him or anything, but just the nature of what he's doing does make me a bit uncomfortable.

Tori: Yeah, I get that. I personally don't see the big deal 'cause Brendyn's the one putting his own ass on the line to pull this stunt, and even if it backfires on him, we'll still benefit.

Constantine: That does make sense, but I do worry about how much we can trust him going forward if he's willing to lie to this extent to get ahead.

Tori (Nodding): Oh for sure, and remember how Craig was talking before he left about how much of a snake Brendyn was?

Constantine: Oh yeah! He did say that after Jeff snuffed his torch too.

Tori: So yeah, between you and me, I don't wanna go anywhere near the end with Brendyn. But I'm willing to keep my mouth shut right now and just let him do his thing 'cause it's only going to get us ahead one way or another.

"makhuwa"

- Brendyn's plan to manipulate Penelope's emotions is... bold, I'll give him that, especially since he doesn't seem to have all that great of a relationship with her to begin with. But honestly, this is exactly the kind of opening I was hoping for, either an original Makhuwa to tank their own game, or at the very least, to simply flip and give us original Senas a free ticket past the next vote. Constantine may not be totally fond of the idea because of what Brendyn's exactly doing, but as long as he doesn't f*** this up for us, which I highly doubt he will, then as far as I'm concerned, all is good in the world.

Tori is now shown dunking her head under water and coming right back up, before the camera hones in on Constantine and the concerned look on his face.

"makhuwa"

- Kane and Tori may be fine wit Brendyn's plan to manipulate Penelope the way he is, but to me, all this is doing is showcasing Brendyn's true colours, as well as the lengths he's willing to go to keep himself here, and I don't like that one bit. I'm going to keep my mouth shut and let this thing play out the way that it's going to play out, because it's not going to hurt my game in any way, in fact, it will only help my game if anything. But, with that being said, don't take this as me feeling good about being in any kind of alliance with Brendyn. If Brendyn's willing to lie and manipulate Penelope, he'll be willing to do that to anyone, so once this move has run its course, the sooner a snake like that gets out of the game, the better I'll feel.

We now see a brief shot of Brendyn sitting by the fire and staring into it as the camera fades out.

Reward Challenge
Jeff Probst: Come on in, guys!

''We then see the Makhuwa tribe entering the challenge arena first with Jimmy carrying the tribe's flag. As Makhuwa assembles on the gold mat, the camera transitions to show the Sena tribe entering the challenge arena as Cassy carries the tribe flag.''

Jeff Probst: Makhuwa, get your first look at the new Sena tribe... Sky voted out at the last Tribal Council.

''Nobody on the Makhuwa tribe is surprised to see that the Disney World ride operator has been voted out, although Constantine can't help but appear disappointed not to see her. The camera then pans over to show Kane grinning from ear-to-ear, which Constantine happens to notice out of the corner of his eye, leading him to roll his eyes and snarl. The camera then transitions into a confessional from Kane.''

"makhuwa"

- I probably shouldn't be so happy that Sky is gone since that was yet another original Sena going home, but I can't help it. Sky was the person that was distracting Constantine the most, so as far as I'm concerned, I can finally have that boy all to myself! With Brendyn appeared poised to flip on his old tribe and officially enter a final three with me and Constantine, things are really looking up for me, and I couldn't be happier.

Jeff Probst: Are you guys ready to get to today's reward challenge?

Castaways: YES!

Jeff then goes on to explain the reward challenge, which is dubbed Caught in the Web, and that the winning tribe would receive the 12 food items from the baskets in the challenge, which excites a number of castaways as their meals would finally be able to have some actual flavour.

Jeff Probst: Makhuwa, you guys now have three extra members, so you will have to sit three people out. Keep in mind, since people can't sit out in back-to-back challenges, whoever sits out tonight must compete in the next immunity challenge.

The Makhuwa tribe enter a short huddle as they deliberate which three to sit out of the challenge.

Brendyn: It's going to be me, Tori, and Kane sitting out of this one.

Jeff Probst: So Tori, Brendyn, and Kane, take your spots on the sit-out bench. As for the rest of you, take your positions, then we'll get started.

After a time-skip, we see the two tribes at their respective stations ready to begin the challenge.

Jeff Probst: Alright, here we go, for reward, survivors ready... go!


 * Both tribes look to start the challenge with their weakest members, being Penelope and Tesla respectively.
 * As such, the challenge starts off quite slowly as both women have trouble scaling the rope to retrieve their first basket.
 * Sena does start off with a slight lead however, as Tesla manages to untie the first bag somewhat faster than Penelope, allowing her to return to her tribe's mat first, and tag in Marshall.
 * Once Penelope finally returns however, Makhuwa begin to clean house as Ricki quickly catches up to Marshall, who is just beginning to untie his basket when she arrives.
 * After Ricki returns with Makhuwa's 2nd basket, Leah runs out and begins to scale the rope, just as Marshall makes his way down. Leah manages to rapidly retrieve her basket, and returns to her tribe mat around the same time as Marshall.
 * Makhuwa does not lose the lead for the remainder of the challenge, and while Allan and Cassy manage to keep pace for Sena, it ultimately doesn't matter as Makhuwa easily grabs all 12 of their baskets first winning reward.

Jeff Prosbt: MAKHUWA, WINS REWARD!

''The Makhuwa tribe are now shown celebrating the return of their winning ways as the disappointed Sena tribe can't help but shake their heads. After a short time-skip, Jeff is shown standing in front of the two tribes.''

Jeff Probst: Congratulations Makhuwa on your rather dominant victory. You guys certainly earned those baskets from the challenge as they will really enhance your food and make your taste buds happy. Come grab your reward, get your stuff, head back to camp, enjoy the rest of your day!

''As Makhuwa thank Jeff, each of the eight castaways come grab one or more baskets before picking up their bags and heading back to camp. Once Makhuwa is gone, Jeff addresses the Sena tribe.''

Jeff Probst: Sena, I've got nothing for you. Grab your stuff and head back to camp. I'll see you at the immunity challenge.

As the Sena tribe head back, the camera focuses on Cassy, the one who appears most disappointed with the reward loss.

"sena"

- As sick as I am of losing, this challenge proved that Tesla's not the only useless person on this tribe. Irene, and especially Marshall were absolutely horrible at climbing the rope, and it just proves to me that if this tribe is going to win anything, it will be on the backs of Allan and I, and that just frustrates me so much! The only possible silver lining that can come from this though is if it shows that keeping me around is necessary if they don't want to keep coming back to Tribal, and if it leands the original Makhuwas to send home one of their own before me.

We now see one last shot of the look of frustration on Cassy's face as the camera fades out.

Sena
''As the program re-opens, we see the Sena tribe returning from camp, each of them dejected at the loss. After a few brief moments, Allan essentially chucks his bag into the shelter and begins to head down to the ocean.''

Allan: I'm heading for a swim, guys. I'll see you in a little while.

Cassy: You want me to come with you?

Allan (Heavy sigh): I'd rather go alone actually, if you guys don't mind. I just need to, uh... clear my head, if that's okay.

Cassy (Taken aback): Yeah... that's not a problem at all, Allan.

Allan: Thanks. I'll be back in a little bit.

Once Allan leaves the main group, Tesla turns to Cassy.

Tesla: Uhh... Cassy... would you mind if you and I just talked... alone?

Cassy (Shrugs): If you want.

Tesla: Thanks.

Cassy and Tesla now head off in their own direction, leaving Irene and Marshall at the main camp area.

Irene (Rolls eyes): How much you wanna bet she's going to bitch to Cassy about how mean she's been since the switch?

Marshall (Shrugs): Wouldn't surprise me. Though I can't lie, if Tesla hadn't specifically asked to talk to Cassy alone, I'd be tempted to listen in on that talk between 'em. Both those girls are so stubborn, it's unreal!

Irene (Nodding): Mmm hmm. You got that right.

Marshall: By the way, what do you think about Cassy's argument about needing her for challenges after that loss we suffered today? I mean, besides her and Allan, the rest of us sucked today.

Irene: Yeah, for sure. Honestly, I don't think it really matters 'cause we probably got a merge coming up, so we should focus on people who are going to be loyal more than people who can help us in challenges. I think that if we lose immunity and Cassy wants to stay, she's gotta come up with a better excuse than just that!

Marshall (Nodding): Yeah, I completely agree. Truth be told, I want Cassy out next, but I'm just not about to tell her that to her face 'cause we don't know for sure what kind of idols or tricks she may have up her sleeve, or even how smart it would be down the road to keep Tesla with us.

Irene: Yeah, for sure. Tesla is quite emotional, and I'd like to go far in this game with people that know how to think logically, like you.

Marshall: Well... (chuckles) if everything works out, I would love to go to the final three with you and Tesla.

Irene (Caught off guard): Really?!

Marshall (Laughs): What? Did you think I was gonna choose my allies based on how religious they are or something? (Shakes head) Nah, I know this is at least partly a strategic game, I trust you a lot, and I know we'll both more than likely beat her in the finals.

Irene (Smiles; Nods): Yeah, totally. I think you're the most trustworthy person here, and I know I'll never be able to beat Allan in the end. So really, you and Tesla at the Final Tribal Council with me would be ideal, I just don't know how much longer we can afford to keep her around.

"sena"

- Marshall suggesting a final three to me with the two of us and Tesla was absolute music to my ears, let me tell you! I mean, let's face it, going to the end with those two would basically mean I'm a guaranteed millionaire 'cause one is a sheep and the other's a goat. Marshall's a nice guy and everything, but he doesn't seem like the best strategist in the world, more of a follower, and the jury seems to respect those that take control of their own destiny, like myself. Tesla on the other hand, well, if how she's been for these first 17 days is any indicator of how she'll be for the last 20-whatever days, then no self-respecting jury would give her a damn jury vote. If this works out, the win and the money are as good as mine! (Grins from ear to ear)

Cassy and Tesla are now shown meeting up in a secluded area of the camp where they have their conversation.

Cassy: So, what did you bring me all the way over here to tell me?

Tesla (Anxious): Please don't get mad Cassy, but I just want to know what your problem is with me. Like, you're always just so short with me, and you never seem to give me a chance with anything, or to explain myself.

Cassy (Raises an eyebrow): What do you mean I don't give you a chance? Before today, whenever I asked you to do something, you always had some excuse not to do it like (mocking tone) "Oh, I have a headache!"

Tesla (Annoyed): I did have a headache Cassy! You knew full well I was sick at the start of the game!! Besides, what about today when I tried to help at camp and you got all pissed off?!

Cassy (Shrugs): I'm glad you tried to help, but you were spilling the water, and I got frustrated. Nothing more than that.

Tesla: But I was trying my best! Don't you see that?! What more do you want from me?!

Cassy (Blunt): Not to keep f***ing up and not to always have an excuse for every little thing you screw up.

Tesla (Deeply offended): I said I was trying my best!

Cassy (Rolls eyes): Oh please, don't give me water works! This ain't a Monopoly board where I have to pay fake money as rent, and it's only costing you your dignity.

Tesla: Stop being so mean! I was sick for the beginning of the game, and now I'm trying my very best to step out of my comfort zone and help out around here, but I get nothing but crap from you!

Cassy (Not having it): Well maybe stop trying to get me and the rest of the damn world to feel sorry for you, and own up to your mistakes every once in a while. Then I might be a little more compassionate.

Tesla: I'm not saying I want the whole world to feel sorry for me. Where are you even getting that from?!

Cassy: Your constant bitching, crying, and excuses.

Tesla: I was being honest about how I was feeling! Are you just looking for reasons to hate me now?

Cassy: I don't have to look when you make it so damn easy. I didn't come out here to starve myself and babysit someone two years older than me! I came out here to win a million dollars.

Tesla (Scoffs): You know this is a social game, right? Insulting people and being short with them won't win you jury votes.

Cassy (Shrugs): No, but crying and excuses won't win you jury votes either.

"sena"

- So after the challenge, Tesla chooses to confront me about how I'm so (finger quotes) "mean" to her and everything. I told her straight-up that I'm sick of her BS. She doesn't seem to like it, but boo-f***ing-hoo! It's obvious she's writing my name down if we go back to Tribal and that nothing I'm saying is getting through to her, so I'm not about to continue wasting my time talking to her because before you know it, I will be the one around here with a giant-ass headache... I just won't bitch and complain about it day-in and day-out.

''Following Cassy's confessional, it is clear that Cassy went back to camp, leaving Tesla alone. The audio/visual technician is sitting on the ground now and letting out a huge sigh as the camera transitions to her confessional.''

"sena"

- I can't believe that I can't get Cassy to understand where I'm coming from at all and why I haven't been able to contribute around here like she has. She just had to keep spewing her vitriol at me, and accusing me of just making up excuses and wanting the world to feel sorry for me. Like, I'm sorry that I was sick, and I'm sorry I have no real experience outdoors, but that doesn't mean that I'm not trying my hardest out here! It's not excuses when I'm trying to explain exactly how I feel, and it just hurts so much to have everything you say completely dismissed and shoved right back in your face. I don't deserve to be treated the way Cassy treats me, and I just hope she doesn't have an idol 'cause I can't wait to vote her out if we go back to Tribal!

''After Tesla's confessional, the camera cuts to her slowly shuffling her way back towards camp where everybody except Allan can be seen. Soon, Marshall sees her coming, smiles, and immediately takes the time to pull her aside.''

Marshall (Cheerful): Hey, how you feeling?

Tesla (Sighs): Could be better. I just got an earful from Cassy, and well... yeah, that was hard to sit through.

Marshall: Well, I think I have just the news that may cheer you right up.

Tesla: Yeah?

Marshall: Mmm hmm! While you were gone, I was talking to Irene, and we agreed that we'd love to go to the final three with you.

Tesla (Pleasantly surprised): Me?!

Marshall (Chuckles): Of course! Cassy's obviously not going to be loyal to us, Allan would be a gigantic threat towards the end, and you seem like you're a very loyal and trustworthy young woman.

Tesla (Flattered): Well thank you so much, I don't even know what to say!

Marshall (Smiling): Don't even mention it, we just think this would be what's best for all of us.

Tesla: Well, I totally agree, and I for one am so stoked about this!

"sena"

- Wow! Marshall really knows how to brighten someone's day, doesn't he? After all the mean and spiteful stuff that Cassy said to me, he comes out and offers me a final three deal with Irene! I really couldn't be happier because not only does this confirm that Cassy would be going out next, but it shows that despite all I've been through in this game that I have been making strong social connections and playing this game well enough that people trust me going forward as we head to the merge, where I should be able to maneuver myself into a strong position to get towards the end. (Smiling)

Tesla is now shown hugging Marshall and squealing with excitement, which impresses the priest, who can't stop smiling himself as the camera transitions to his confessional.

"sena"

- Tesla's reaction to the final three deal I proposed to include her and Irene was better than I ever could have imagined! As much of a handful as Tesla is, I knew I needed to promise her something solid in order to keep her on my side for the foreseeable future, and quite frankly, it doesn't hurt that I feel like my chances of winning against her are pretty good. As for Irene, I'm not sure she'd be the most loyal person in the world deep in the game, but I do feel like she trusts me at least, so this deal should secure my spot for the next little while. Besides, it is clear that Cassy won't stay loyal to this tribe after the merge, and Allan seems like the most loyal person on the tribe anyway, so I feel like this deal really solidifies my spot in the game, and it makes me excited for what the future may hold because all of a sudden, I'm not stressing out so much about whether or not I may be on the chopping block!

''Marshall, Cassy, Irene, and Tesla are now all shown hanging out in the main camp area, with Cassy and Marshall chatting by the fire, and Irene and Tesla laying down in the shelter. Allan is still not back, which his tribe mates are beginning to take notice of.''

Irene: Is Allan still out swimming? He's been gone a long-ass time.

Cassy (Dismissive): I noticed. But he's a grown man, he knows what he's doing.

Marshall (Skeptical): Irene's right though, he has been gone a while, so this isn't normal.

Cassy (Shrugs): Normal or not, he'll come back when he wants to come back, he knows where we are.

Tesla: You don't think he's looking for an idol, do you?

Marshall: I doubt it 'cause he's never been off by himself like this for this long before. I'm gonna go find him, wish me luck, ladies.

Tesla wishes Marshall good luck as he now stands up and begins to make his way towards the beach to look for Allan, the scene transitions into his confessional.

"sena"

- Both on the original Makhuwa, as well as this tribe, Allan has been a real pillar of strength for us, in more ways than one. He's just a really kind-hearted, respectful, approachable, reliable person. He also seemed to really thrive in a group setting because that's where his true, likable personality came out the most, even if he doesn't always say a whole lot. So to see him go off by himself for a long time, probably a couple of hours was a real red flag to me because that just came out of nowhere. Obviously it was possible that I could be overreacting. But God was telling me that I had to go check on him and just make sure everything was okay, just because of how sudden and unusual this behaviour is from Allan.

Allan can now be seen leaning against a tree, staring out into the ocean. His arms are crossed, he has a sad expression on his face, and as the camera zooms in on Allan's face, we see that he had previously been crying. After a couple brief moments pass, Marshall comes into the frame as he is searching the beach for Allan, who sees Marshall, but says nothing. Marshall then makes a left-hand turn and begins to walk down the beach. As Marshall walks, he turns his head in Allan's direction. Initially it doesn't appear as though Marshall notices Allan as he turns his head forward again and keeps walking. A few seconds later though, Marshall turns his head back around, and this time, it clicks that Allan is there. Relieved that he found Allan, Marshall puts on a cheery smile and makes his way over to him. Allan sees this, panics a little, and quickly wipes his face of any tears in order to mask the fact he was crying. As soon as Marshall gets close enough, he calls out to Allan.

Marshall (Cheerful): Hey Allan! You doing alright, man? We're missing you back at camp.

Allan (Forcing a smile): Really? Didn't think I was gone that long. (Forces a chuckle)

Marshall: Yeah, it's been a couple hours at least.

Allan (Surprised): Oh wow! I'm so sorry, I must've spaced out for a long time. I'll head back there now.

Marshall: No, that's perfectly okay. Actually... (sighs, tone turns serious) I wanna talk to you.

Allan: Yeah? What about?

Marshall: If you don't mind, we should sit down.

Allan: Sure.

The two men now sit at the base of the tree.

Marshall (Concerned): This isn't like you, man. You've never gone away from camp like this for hours before, and just by looking at you, I can tell that something's weighing you down.

Allan (Shakes head): It's nothing anyone needs to worry about. I'm alright, seriously.

Marshall: No, I don't think you are. I saw you wiping your face as I was coming over here, and you seemed like you were pretty upset about something. Man, if you don't wanna talk about it, I can't force you, but I can tell something was seriously bothering you, and I wanna help if I can.

Allan (Conceding): Yeah... you're right. I was really trying to keep myself together around here and clear my head 'cause I do have a lot on my mind right now. Also like, I don't want the girls especially to see me like this because I want to be strong for the tribe, ya' know?

Marshall (Sympathetic): I totally do, man, and that's quite alright for you to be feeling like this. If you don't mind me asking, what is exactly on your mind?

Allan: It's my father (sighs) About six years ago now, he passed away... lung cancer took his life.

Marshall (Nodding slowly; Comforting): I'm really sorry for your loss, I feel your pain.

Allan: Thanks... but yeah, I was really close with my dad. He was a firefighter too, and I chose to do this in order to follow in his footsteps and honour his memory. I was really, really close with him, and his death just absolutely crushed me.

Marshall: So what do you think is bringing all this on now?

Allan: Well, I was talking to Sky and Tesla the other day about how I'm here for my family, and I mentioned my father. I shouldn't have done that 'cause now I'm just thinking about him more and more. I feel so stupid 'cause this was six years ago now that he passed away and I dunno why I just can't seem to move on.

Marshall: Well, if you can, I encourage you to pray to the Lord that He give you the strength and courage to push forward and continue your journey here. Hearing what you're telling me, I truly believe that God has seen you struggling with this for the past six years, and he put you out here for the purpose of helping you to be at peace with yourself and what has happened, and to move forward.

Allan (Awkwardly): To be honest Marshall, I know you're trying to help, but... (heavy sigh) I don't know if I can do that.

Marshall: Why not?

Allan: Ya' see... I grew up in a very Christian household, going to church every Sunday, praying before meals, the works. But over the past few years, I've really began to doubt that He even... exists.

Marshall: Did something happen prior to the death of your father?

Allan: Unfortunately... yeah. Dad struggled with cancer for about 8 years, while I was in primary school and middle school, but then it went into remission after that, and we thought all was well. The year before he died though...

Allan pauses and puts a hand over his mouth, tears begin to trickle down his cheeks again.

Allan: A year before he died, my girlfriend of two years, Maria, who I was head-over-heels in love with, was killed by a drunk driver as she was walking home from work.

''Allan has to pause again in order to regain his composure. Marshall's head is bowed as he listens to Allan recall these events.''

Allan: But yeah, I was planning on proposing to her on the anniversary of when we met, which was about a week/week and a half before it happened. I had purchased the ring and everything. But just like that, she was ripped from this earth by an event that was entirely preventable. Ever since Maria passed, I haven't even dated because I felt like she was my one true love. (Pauses) Then... almost exactly a year later, my father's cancer returned more viciously than ever, and in a matter of months, he was gone as well.

Allan pauses again in order to try and get himself together, Marshall's head is still bowed.

Allan: So... ever since then, I've completely lost faith that there even is a God. Like, especially with how I was brought up, I want to believe that something is out there watching over us, but I can't possibly imagine how a good, loving God would rip such good people from this earth and cause so much suffering.

Marshall: So you consider yourself agnostic, I presume.

Allan (Nodding): Yeah... I do.

Marshall: Well, one thing I can tell you is that God does not cause suffering, that would be Satan.

Allan: But if God's all-powerful and all loving... wouldn't he be able to override Satan? Like, according to what I've heard... He banished the Devil to Hell, didn't he?

Marshall: He did, but the Book of Job (pronounced "Joab") states that it was Satan who administered the attacks on Job, as well as his family and possessions, but Satan had to ask the Lord permission to do so.

Allan (Confused): So if God is all-loving and everything, why would He say "yes"?

Marshall: Job 2:6 states "Very well then, [Job] is in your hands; but you must spare his life." Much like with the rest of us, God allowed Satan to administer this suffering because he wanted to bring Job closer to Him and illustrate that we need to rely on God in this life.

Allan (More confused): How does that make Him "all-loving" though?

Marshall: Two reasons, because we are all sinners, and God sent his only son down to die for us on the cross and redeem our sins, the greatest gift that God can give us is the gift of Himself. Second, pain can be a real perspective changer, and it can help you transform into the person that God wants you to be. Let me ask you, what changed with you after your girlfriend died?

Allan: Well, it made me realize just how horrible drunk driving truly is, and that it does take innocent people. I've been a huge advocate against it.

Marshall: There you go, and you also told me that your started firefighting to follow in your father's footsteps. All of these events have changed who you are, and helped you morph you into God's image.

Allan: I just don't understand though, if God is all-powerful, couldn't he do that without causing all this pain?

Marshall: There are some things that we need to learn on this earth, and as I said, pain does have a purpose sometimes. Romans 8:28 does state "And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose." I'm not asking you to convert back to Christianity right here, right now, but I do hope that this helps put things into perspective for you, and gives you something to think about.

Allan (Flashes a small smile): Thanks Marshall.

Marshall: You are a wonderful young man, and your father and girlfriend sound like amazing people, that I'm sure you were glad that God put into your life for the time that they were present. All of this has helped make you into the person that you are today, and I know that you will come out stronger at the end of all this because of that.

Allan: Thanks again, and I know that you're just trying to help, but this is really a lot for me to take in and consider. I don't know if this is going to change anything, but I'm happy that you took the time to talk to me and give your input.

Marshall: If you don't mind, I'd like to say a prayer over you, and have God bless you and give you the strength to keep pushing forward.

Allan (Smiling): That sounds like something I can handle, thanks.

''Allan now bows his head, allowing Marshall to put a hand on it. Marshall now begins to pray quietly as the camera transitions to Allan's confessional.''

"sena"

- I'm really happy that Marshall took the time to look for me and comfort me after I had completely broken down. I do feel like everything he said did make a lot of sense, and I do feel more comfortable than I was before. That being said, it is a lot for me to take in and think about, but more than anything, I feel like it shows what a good person Marshall truly is, especially because at no point did he judge or condemn me when I said that I turned away from God. After this experience, I really feel a true bond with Marshall, which I am really grateful for. So... of all people in this game, if there's one person that I'd never, ever turn on, Marshall would be that person, just because of how thankful I am to have had that conversation, and at least be... more at peace with what has happened with my father and girlfriend than I was before.

As Allan's confessional ends, we see Marshall remove his hand from Allan's head and do the Sign of the Cross.

Marshall: There, you are all set, my man.

Allan (Appreciative): Thanks again, Marshall. After all this, I promise from the bottom of my heart to never betray you in this game, because that's how much this means to me. I want to go to the Final Tribal Council with you, whether I have a chance of winning next to you or not.

Marshall (Caught off Guard): You serious?

Allan: Completely serious.

Marshall: Wow! (Pauses) Well, in that case, I promise never to betray you either. You have a deal, man.

Allan (Smiling): Thanks so much, I'm so happy to hear that. All I ask is that you don't speak a word of this to the girls. I'm just (sighs) afraid they'll see me as weak and stuff, and I just don't want to recall these events again.

Marshall: I promise that this will stay between me, you, and God.

Allan: I really appreciate that, thanks.

Marshall: You're very welcome.

"sena"

- As grateful as I am to have heard Allan's story, and as happy as I was to have had the opportunity to comfort him and pray over him, I didn't expect a proposal from him to take me to the end. I accepted it as a bit of a knee-jerk reaction, because you never turn down alliances out here. But I really hope I don't get to the final four with him, Tesla, and Irene now because I still have that final three deal with the girls. (Chuckles) It would hurt me to betray Allan as well after all this, so I just pray that the Lord guide me and my decisions out here, and that things work out according to His will.

Allan and Marshall are then shown sharing a big bro-hug before heading back to camp as the camera fades to black.

Author's Notes
The episode title is said by Cassy Leighton as she rants about Tesla Van Mol in a confessional after the Tribal Council on night 16.

Just in case some of you aren't entirely familiar with the Monopoly board game, Cassy Leighton's comment to Tesla Van Mol saying "Oh please, don't give me water works! This ain't a Monopoly board where I have to pay fake money as rent..." was in reference to "Water Works" being a utility that can be bought when playing the game Monopoly.