Round Two

"Round Two" 	"Round Two"
 	
Season 	Survivor: Vanuatu
Episode Number 	1/14 (106)
First Broadcast 	December 13, 2020
Episode Chronology	Episode Chronology
Previous 	The Brightest All-Star (previous season)
Next 	I May Be Fat But I'm No Fool
Round Two is the season premiere of Survivor: Vanuatu.
==Story==
===Day 1===
The season begins with shots of an active volcano, with Jeff soon revealed to be scaling up the side as he delivers his opening monologue. Shots also reveal an approaching ship off the shoreline; as the eighteen brand new players sit apprehensively onboard.
The eighteen contestants look upon the nearby beach on which the Vanuatuan tribe are situated. Suddenly, a group of tribesmen begin paddling in canoes towards the ship; chanting as they approach. During the ensuing confusion, Jeff is revealed to be aboard one of the canoes, resulting in relieved cheers from the eighteen players. Jeff climbs aboard the vessel, standing before the new group in order to officially welcome to the season.
Minnie becomes the first individual to climb over the side of the ship, using the cargo net to support herself into the first canoe, where she is soon joined by Max H. and Virginia.
The whole thing felt very theatrical already. Which... I mean... of course I adored. I felt that maybe we should show we were perhaps more engaged. A little... audience participation! (laughs) It was like Vanuatu's very own Broadway, and we were getting the matinée of a lifetime.	Shirley
The whole thing felt very theatrical already. Which... I mean... of course I adored. I felt that maybe we should show we were perhaps more engaged. A little... audience participation! (laughs) It was like Vanuatu's very own Broadway, and we were getting the matinée of a lifetime.	
Whilst getting in a canoe, Ruth awkwardly steps on the side, capsizing the canoe with both Nargis and Marvin inside, before she too loses her grip from the net; joining the pair in the water. Despite the laughter, all three look somewhat embarrassed by the fiasco.
I ain't too good with the water so like... this was the worst way for me to start. I was hoping to keep my hair dry for as long as possible but... I guess God didn't have that in my plan. I felt really bad about dunking Nargis in with me because she was wearing her nice shirt and blazer... didn't really feel too bad about Marvin's long-sleeve.	Ruth
I ain't too good with the water so like... this was the worst way for me to start. I was hoping to keep my hair dry for as long as possible but... I guess God didn't have that in my plan. I felt really bad about dunking Nargis in with me because she was wearing her nice shirt and blazer... didn't really feel too bad about Marvin's long-sleeve.	
The trio are soon after put in a replacement canoe, joining the others who have already been paddled closer to the shore. Eventually, the six canoes are circled by the boats only containing locals. The tribesmen begin a swirling motion as they join one another in singing. The experience begins to overwhelm some of the contestants; namely Evelyn, who is crying aboard her canoe with Donna and a less sympathetic Craig.
I get that being abroad in this amazing land, about to start this kick-ass adventure... it can get to you... (gestures to head) up here. But, crying on day one? (laughs) Something tells me she isn't cut out for this if the water works are already here. You've got to be mentally stable from the offset, and she showed she isn't.	Craig
I get that being abroad in this amazing land, about to start this kick-ass adventure... it can get to you... (gestures to head) up here. But, crying on day one? (laughs) Something tells me she isn't cut out for this if the water works are already here. You've got to be mentally stable from the offset, and she showed she isn't.	
The group are ultimately brought to shore, where they are once again swarmed by tribesmen, this time aiming spears at the defenceless group. Several members flinch at the sight, whilst others awkwardly laugh, unsure how to react to such a moment.
I'm sixty-one years old. I have survived breast cancer. I have survived two car wrecks. An emergency cesserian. Death doesn't scare me. So, seeing these half dressed men run towards me with their spears? I honestly thought 'this is an interesting way to go, I'll take it'. Some of the younger girls were hiding behind us. Some of the younger boys were too for that matter. One guy with all his muscles... it didn't show for much in the moment. I thought maybe if I just stood there... kept a stoic apperance and just started them back down... that they'd be impressed. Letting both them and the others know that you cannot phase a grandmother. We've seen it all. Admittedly not spears in my face...	Mildred
I'm sixty-one years old. I have survived breast cancer. I have survived two car wrecks. An emergency cesserian. Death doesn't scare me. So, seeing these half dressed men run towards me with their spears? I honestly thought 'this is an interesting way to go, I'll take it'. Some of the younger girls were hiding behind us. Some of the younger boys were too for that matter. One guy with all his muscles... it didn't show for much in the moment. I thought maybe if I just stood there... kept a stoic apperance and just started them back down... that they'd be impressed. Letting both them and the others know that you cannot phase a grandmother. We've seen it all. Admittedly not spears in my face...	
I got a little worried during the spears in our faces welcome. I've done my reading and I know in Vanuatu and these islands they used to eat people. I'm not a dummy. I know looking at my fat ass I'm probably first on the menu if that tradition still holds. (laughs)	Marvin
I got a little worried during the spears in our faces welcome. I've done my reading and I know in Vanuatu and these islands they used to eat people. I'm not a dummy. I know looking at my fat ass I'm probably first on the menu if that tradition still holds. (laughs)	
The tribesmen relax their aim, beginning to sing once again as they forcibly separate the group into two groups; men and women. The women are ushered over to a small mat on the groups where they are told to kneel, whilst the men are brought over to two rows of logs to sit on, putting them in the centre of the ceremony.
When I noticed that we were being broken up by our gender, I was a little annoyed. I'm an attorney by trade and I know there are plenty of men I'm well above in my field. I'm not afraid to go up against any of these men or any man. But, we're in a different culture here... things work differently, and I just had to accept it. It doesn't mean I have to like it. I'll kneel for now, let the men have their moment... before it soon passes.	Helene
When I noticed that we were being broken up by our gender, I was a little annoyed. I'm an attorney by trade and I know there are plenty of men I'm well above in my field. I'm not afraid to go up against any of these men or any man. But, we're in a different culture here... things work differently, and I just had to accept it. It doesn't mean I have to like it. I'll kneel for now, let the men have their moment... before it soon passes.	
I loved the ceremony. Giving all us guys a nice comfortable log to sit on and the women are kneeling down to us? Maybe we can learn a few things off Vanuatu. (laughs) A few of the women came wearing pants and jackets to try and show off the independent tough woman vibe... maybe they need to rethink how that worked out for them.	Max H.
I loved the ceremony. Giving all us guys a nice comfortable log to sit on and the women are kneeling down to us? Maybe we can learn a few things off Vanuatu. (laughs) A few of the women came wearing pants and jackets to try and show off the independent tough woman vibe... maybe they need to rethink how that worked out for them.	
The Chief walks over to the men, gesturing to a nearby bowl containing a murky looking liquid. Raymond hesitantly accepts a cup of the liquid scooped out from the bowl, being told to drink it by the Chief. Raymond obliges, trying his best not to react too strongly to the overwhelming bitter and earthy taste that 'kava' provides.
I'm a New Orleans native... brought up with my Cajun roots. I've been in some backwater Bayou's drinking all sorts of moonshine and special brew... but this stuff was summ' else. I didn't want no gris gris put in my direction from the Chief or his witch doctor so I wasn't refusing nothin'. But, Lord... my lips were burnin' and my throat felt assaulted. I'm a little annoyed there didn't seem to be a bit more equality in this place because the women looked like they were getting a lucky escape.	Raymond
I'm a New Orleans native... brought up with my Cajun roots. I've been in some backwater Bayou's drinking all sorts of moonshine and special brew... but this stuff was summ' else. I didn't want no gris gris put in my direction from the Chief or his witch doctor so I wasn't refusing nothin'. But, Lord... my lips were burnin' and my throat felt assaulted. I'm a little annoyed there didn't seem to be a bit more equality in this place because the women looked like they were getting a lucky escape.	
It's disheartening not being involved because you're a woman. Takes me back a bit to some unfavourable memories. I got some solace from seeing the men cough and spit after drinking the kava. I think I'd still have liked to try it though. The bowl never came around though... it was very apparent that this ceremony wasn't so much for the women to partake in, but for the women to watch the men partake.	Virginia
It's disheartening not being involved because you're a woman. Takes me back a bit to some unfavourable memories. I got some solace from seeing the men cough and spit after drinking the kava. I think I'd still have liked to try it though. The bowl never came around though... it was very apparent that this ceremony wasn't so much for the women to partake in, but for the women to watch the men partake.	
The ceremony continues into nightfall, as the groups remain seated in their current positions for several hours. Jeff stands to tell the group that the next part of the ceremony may shock/upset them, but that it remains a cultural part of the Vanuatuan ceremony. Tribesmen then walk into the camp, carrying a strung up pig on a large bamboo pole. Several contestants seem to have a sudden change of expression upon realising that the pig is still alive.
My first thought wasn't 'that poor pig'... it was that I hope we aren't eating this thing. Or at least expected to, because I'll just insult an entire culture. I don't eat pork... so that was an anxious moment for me. I did not want to be forced to seem as if I wasn't appreciative of this amazing ceremony. Thankfully, one of the tribesmen just came in... bashed the pig over the head and it was a sacrifice rather than a meal.	Youseph
My first thought wasn't 'that poor pig'... it was that I hope we aren't eating this thing. Or at least expected to, because I'll just insult an entire culture. I don't eat pork... so that was an anxious moment for me. I did not want to be forced to seem as if I wasn't appreciative of this amazing ceremony. Thankfully, one of the tribesmen just came in... bashed the pig over the head and it was a sacrifice rather than a meal.	
The Chief begins rubbing some of the pigs blood on his hand, slowly approaching each man to smear some on their cheeks and forehead, telling them that they are now warriors of the land. After the Chief finishes, the entire tribe begins to cheer, signalling Jeff to stand and inform the group as to what the final part of the ceremony will be. Jeff reveals a large rock in his hand, telling the group that in Vanuatu such rocks are regarded as keeping away bad spirits, and as such the rock will act as a 'good luck charm' for the beginning of the game. In keeping with the gender split, both groups will become tribes consisting of solely men/women. The men (as expected) will be given the advantage to try and retrieve the rock by shimmying up a large wooden pole that has been greased with pig fat. If all the men fail to do so, then the women will be gifted the rock by default. A local tribesman shimmies up the pole himself to position the rock at the top, proving to the group that such a task is possible.
The Chief then sort of came up to our entire group, and was clearly about to pick one of us to be the first to go. All I could think was please don't pick me... I don't want to be first up there to fail and then embarrass myself. Of course he pointed right at me...	Max O.
The Chief then sort of came up to our entire group, and was clearly about to pick one of us to be the first to go. All I could think was please don't pick me... I don't want to be first up there to fail and then embarrass myself. Of course he pointed right at me...	
Max O. stands and rubs dirt over his hands, trying his best to imitate the technique used by the tribesman. After some initial struggling, Max O. is able to scale the pole and retrieve the rock, much to his and everyone's surprise. The men and the locals all cheer for Max O. as he holds the rock up in celebration, hugging his tribemates after coming back to the ground.
I didn't think I'd get it done... honestly. I can't complain. I was forced to step up and it all went to plan. I might not really believe in the rocks 'power', but I'm glad to have kept the women from getting it. The heavens opened as soon as I got the damn rock too. Maybe that means something? I don't know. (laughs)	Max O.
I didn't think I'd get it done... honestly. I can't complain. I was forced to step up and it all went to plan. I might not really believe in the rocks 'power', but I'm glad to have kept the women from getting it. The heavens opened as soon as I got the damn rock too. Maybe that means something? I don't know. (laughs)	
Amongst the downpour of rain, Jeff pulls out a bag of buffs, passing a set of red ones to the men, who will now be known as the Lopevi tribe, and a set of yellow buffs to the women, who will now be known as Yasur.
I love being on an all-male tribe. Immediately when you think men versus women... you think that the men are stronger, faster and playing harder than any of these women can. You can't argue with the science! If I just spent my three hours of the ceremony kneeling in the rain, I'd be feeling pretty scared right now.	Craig
I love being on an all-male tribe. Immediately when you think men versus women... you think that the men are stronger, faster and playing harder than any of these women can. You can't argue with the science! If I just spent my three hours of the ceremony kneeling in the rain, I'd be feeling pretty scared right now.	
There was this weird sense of arrogance between some of these younger men when they heard it was us versus the girls. I've been a fan of Survivor for years, so I know how this went the last time. These young bucks need to learn from their predecessors mistakes or else we're all in trouble. You've got to know your own strengths and weaknesses, and I know mine. I'm pushing seventy years old. The oldest person out here. From a physical standpoint I could be in danger on a tribe of just men... but I hope I can offer something beyond what is obvious. Heck, I know I can. It's just about whether these other men can recognise that. If they can, then both I and they will be okay. If they can't... Lopevi doesn't seem so strong.	Charles
There was this weird sense of arrogance between some of these younger men when they heard it was us versus the girls. I've been a fan of Survivor for years, so I know how this went the last time. These young bucks need to learn from their predecessors mistakes or else we're all in trouble. You've got to know your own strengths and weaknesses, and I know mine. I'm pushing seventy years old. The oldest person out here. From a physical standpoint I could be in danger on a tribe of just men... but I hope I can offer something beyond what is obvious. Heck, I know I can. It's just about whether these other men can recognise that. If they can, then both I and they will be okay. If they can't... Lopevi doesn't seem so strong.	
Some of the guys definitely would assume that we're downtrodden and beaten after how much disparity there was between our first evening out here. If anything I think it lit a fire under our asses. We know we're underestimated not only by them but by the rulers of this land. Women are constantly underestimated. Plenty of women have come before us in this game and proved that notion wrong, and maybe because it's been a few years there needs to be some reminder that we're not here to be pushed around. It's men versus women - round two. We'll get a knockout on the men again.	Nargis
Some of the guys definitely would assume that we're downtrodden and beaten after how much disparity there was between our first evening out here. If anything I think it lit a fire under our asses. We know we're underestimated not only by them but by the rulers of this land. Women are constantly underestimated. Plenty of women have come before us in this game and proved that notion wrong, and maybe because it's been a few years there needs to be some reminder that we're not here to be pushed around. It's men versus women - round two. We'll get a knockout on the men again.	
Both tribes depart from the ceremony beach in opposite directions, following maps supplied by Jeff. The locals cheer both groups on as they leave, wishing them luck in both locating their camps, and the thirty-nine day adventure ahead of them.
===Lopevi===
Lopevi 	Lopevi	Lopevi 	Lopevi	Lopevi	Lopevi	Lopevi 	Lopevi	Lopevi
Charles	Craig 	Jonathan	Marvin	Max H.	Max O.	Raymond	Todd 	Youseph
After the ceremony, the men begin their journey to find their camp. Several men appear to be vying to take leadership of the group, likely attributed to the egos and desire to appear 'the most masculine'.
Some of these other guys are so desperate to look like the boss. I just want whoever is the like... the best... uh... to take control. Muscle Max, Craig, Jonathan and Ray were all pushing themselves forward and I think it was just too much.	Todd
Some of these other guys are so desperate to look like the boss. I just want whoever is the like... the best... uh... to take control. Muscle Max, Craig, Jonathan and Ray were all pushing themselves forward and I think it was just too much.	
The men somewhat bicker as they walk, not agreeing with the direction that each wannabe leader is attempting to take them. Youseph eventually speaks up, asking one individual to take the lead in order to get more clarity as to how they will get to camp.
I was getting seriously fed up with the charade really fast. I get that everyone wants to be the one who leads us to camp... but we only need one voice at times like that. Raymond and Craig felt like the most qualified so I just sorta ushered them forward and let them decide... and once Craig took over things started moving smoother.	Youseph
I was getting seriously fed up with the charade really fast. I get that everyone wants to be the one who leads us to camp... but we only need one voice at times like that. Raymond and Craig felt like the most qualified so I just sorta ushered them forward and let them decide... and once Craig took over things started moving smoother.	
During the latter half of the journey, the men take time to socialise as they walk, getting small talk and introductions out the way as best they can.
I didn't expect Jonathan's revelation at all (laughs)... I'm not judgemental at all so you know, he can do him. Whatever pays the bills as long as no one gets hurt... that's my view. I respect that he just said it without deflecting. Weirdly, it makes me think he's a trustworthy guy.	Marvin
I didn't expect Jonathan's revelation at all (laughs)... I'm not judgemental at all so you know, he can do him. Whatever pays the bills as long as no one gets hurt... that's my view. I respect that he just said it without deflecting. Weirdly, it makes me think he's a trustworthy guy.	
It's a weird group of gentlemen we have on our tribe. A few misfits... myself included. But, I like what I see so far. I had worried there'd be a tribe full of people like the Max's... young... athletic... but we've got some colourful characters. Jonathan, Raymond and Marvin I particularly like at this early stage. You want to be able to bond with people when you're my age because I know just by looking at me they'll get no sense of why to keep me. Trust me... like me... see my loyalty and maybe an old timers charm... then I'll be okay. That's a reason to use this time walking to camp to really get to know everyone. Also, it isn't every day you meet an adult entertainer.	Charles
It's a weird group of gentlemen we have on our tribe. A few misfits... myself included. But, I like what I see so far. I had worried there'd be a tribe full of people like the Max's... young... athletic... but we've got some colourful characters. Jonathan, Raymond and Marvin I particularly like at this early stage. You want to be able to bond with people when you're my age because I know just by looking at me they'll get no sense of why to keep me. Trust me... like me... see my loyalty and maybe an old timers charm... then I'll be okay. That's a reason to use this time walking to camp to really get to know everyone. Also, it isn't every day you meet an adult entertainer.	
Taking forty minutes longer than they should've, the men eventually reach the Lopevi camp to lukewarm celebrations. Todd begins questioning the tribe as to whether or not they should begin constructing a makeshift shelter, only to have the idea shot down by Jonathan and Craig, with the latter calling it "a waste of time". The men eventually agree to sleep out on the beach, knowing they have up to seven hours before sunrise.
It wasn't a great start for us. At least, I don't believe it was. Thinking about the time we wasted all pushin' for different directions, and the fact we took I think maybe one three minute break... we lost a lot of time tonight. The rain has thankfully let up, and I'm grateful for that. We need to just try and get some sleep but uh, I think you'll find in the mornin' that there are nine sets of tired eyes. We've just got to ensure that today was a minor mishap and tomorrow we use every ounce of daylight to get this camp looking fantastic.	Raymond
It wasn't a great start for us. At least, I don't believe it was. Thinking about the time we wasted all pushin' for different directions, and the fact we took I think maybe one three minute break... we lost a lot of time tonight. The rain has thankfully let up, and I'm grateful for that. We need to just try and get some sleep but uh, I think you'll find in the mornin' that there are nine sets of tired eyes. We've just got to ensure that today was a minor mishap and tomorrow we use every ounce of daylight to get this camp looking fantastic.	
===Yasur===
Yasur	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur	Yasur 	Yasur
Donna	Evelyn	Helene	Mildred	Minnie	Nargis	Ruth 	Shirley	Virginia
The women hike throughout the jungle in order to reach their camp, hoping to find it quickly before tiredness sets in. Helene takes on the role of leader during the hike, keeping the women moving and motivated so that they don't lose pace.
I know there's a taboo about ever stepping up to be the leader in a game like Survivor. It's a certain way to draw a target onto yourself. It's just not in my character to step back and watch, however. I detest those who say without doing, and if I think I can take on a leadership role and get things done, as I do everyday of my life... then I'm going to do it. I didn't want anyone to feel slighted by my confidence in taking on the role, particularly Virginia and Mildred. In my experience the eldest usually like to take charge... but my gut told me that both were pretty thankful that somebody took the reigns and didn't just assume they had to for being the most mature of us.	Helene
I know there's a taboo about ever stepping up to be the leader in a game like Survivor. It's a certain way to draw a target onto yourself. It's just not in my character to step back and watch, however. I detest those who say without doing, and if I think I can take on a leadership role and get things done, as I do everyday of my life... then I'm going to do it. I didn't want anyone to feel slighted by my confidence in taking on the role, particularly Virginia and Mildred. In my experience the eldest usually like to take charge... but my gut told me that both were pretty thankful that somebody took the reigns and didn't just assume they had to for being the most mature of us.	
Most of us really just wanted to get to the camp as quickly as possible. We were making ground fast even though we were concerned that Virginia or Mildred could struggle. Instead it was Ruth and uh... Evelyn who kept asking for breaks. I didn't want to stop for a second in the jungle... with the snakes and bugs... I wanted to get to our beach and then rest.	Minnie
Most of us really just wanted to get to the camp as quickly as possible. We were making ground fast even though we were concerned that Virginia or Mildred could struggle. Instead it was Ruth and uh... Evelyn who kept asking for breaks. I didn't want to stop for a second in the jungle... with the snakes and bugs... I wanted to get to our beach and then rest.	
After some time passes, the girls do their best to encourage both Ruth and Evelyn to get moving again, which they do with little difficulty. The women continue making good time on their hike, eventually reaching their camp after an hour or so. All nine women celebrate their arrival, but quickly realise that they should soon get some sleep, knowing there is no chance of building a shelter during the middle of the night.
I was tired as hell by the time we got to Yasur beach. I wanted to lay down in a comfy bed or get me some good food. Obviously that isn't happening for anyone out here just yet so we had to suck it up and lay down on the sand. We huddled together as best we could but I think we all knew it was going to be a rough night.	Ruth
I was tired as hell by the time we got to Yasur beach. I wanted to lay down in a comfy bed or get me some good food. Obviously that isn't happening for anyone out here just yet so we had to suck it up and lay down on the sand. We huddled together as best we could but I think we all knew it was going to be a rough night.	
During the night, several of the girls struggle due to the dropping temperature on the already wet sand. Donna is unable to stop shivering, only calming down somewhat after being offered Nargis' blazer, which she hesitantly accepts.
It was really hard for a first night. We had no opportunity to even start a shelter, and the first night is bound to be the hardest anyway. It felt like we got the most extreme start to Survivor that I can remember.	Donna
It was really hard for a first night. We had no opportunity to even start a shelter, and the first night is bound to be the hardest anyway. It felt like we got the most extreme start to Survivor that I can remember.	
It was definitely cold and less than comfortable. It feels too early to say, but there's definitely a separation of those who seem weaker and stronger mentally to face the elements of this game. The two older women, Helene and myself particularly have I guess... more... of a 'mature' outlook on the situation. I'd still consider myself young... but, I think the young girls are more naive in what they were expecting out here. Hopefully by the second night we've got something going that's more durable than lying on the sand because I really don't think some of these ladies will hack it. It's a shock to the system, but our bodies get physically weaker every second out here... if both your body and mind go down, you're no use to anyone on your tribe. I'm an optimist. I think women naturally can pull one another up and we saw tonight how great Helene was at motivating us, and I think that's all some of these girls need...	Nargis
It was definitely cold and less than comfortable. It feels too early to say, but there's definitely a separation of those who seem weaker and stronger mentally to face the elements of this game. The two older women, Helene and myself particularly have I guess... more... of a 'mature' outlook on the situation. I'd still consider myself young... but, I think the young girls are more naive in what they were expecting out here. Hopefully by the second night we've got something going that's more durable than lying on the sand because I really don't think some of these ladies will hack it. It's a shock to the system, but our bodies get physically weaker every second out here... if both your body and mind go down, you're no use to anyone on your tribe. I'm an optimist. I think women naturally can pull one another up and we saw tonight how great Helene was at motivating us, and I think that's all some of these girls need...	
===Day 2===
===Lopevi===
Raymond and Marvin are the first two individuals to arise in the early hours of Day 2, looking over the landscape of their new camp to work out where to best place the groups shelter. Both seem confident in a location, somewhat making the decision before the others join them an hour later.
Myself and Ray really took initiative this morning and worked out where best our shelter would be for the entire group. There was no time for faffing around, because last night showed we as a group work best when one or two people make the call. Took many cooks in the kitchen otherwise will kill it, and we'll take two hours to decide if we're facing north, south, east or... uh... west.	Marvin
Myself and Ray really took initiative this morning and worked out where best our shelter would be for the entire group. There was no time for faffing around, because last night showed we as a group work best when one or two people make the call. Took many cooks in the kitchen otherwise will kill it, and we'll take two hours to decide if we're facing north, south, east or... uh... west.	
The men quickly get to work constructing a durable shelter, taking little time to socialise; instead relying on minute conversations that intermittently take place during the building. Craig in particular appears as a workhorse for the group, but quickly begins raising a few eyebrows by his less than polite approach in directing others.
Craig is a strange character. He has no sense of social awareness in how he speaks to anyone and that's the one thing that's really apparent so far, other than of course the fact he's amazing when it comes to physically putting this shelter together. I love that we've got him for that, but you really start to wonder how much use someone like Craig can have once the shelter is done... at at the rate he's going that should be... (looks at empty wrist)... by nightfall.	Max O.
Craig is a strange character. He has no sense of social awareness in how he speaks to anyone and that's the one thing that's really apparent so far, other than of course the fact he's amazing when it comes to physically putting this shelter together. I love that we've got him for that, but you really start to wonder how much use someone like Craig can have once the shelter is done... at at the rate he's going that should be... (looks at empty wrist)... by nightfall.	
Todd, Max O. and Charles head off together to cut bamboo for the shelter, leaving the other six men to its construction. During the next hour, several men note Max O. and oldest member Charles being a lot more proficient at bringing back material for the shelter, whilst youngest member Todd moves at a slower pace.
It wasn't until Charles and Max came back with about two bundles each that I realised we hadn't seen Todd since he went off, and when he eventually came back I half expected to see him dragging along two pieces behind him. Instead he barely had a pole loong enough for us to use. Things like that really make you look bad on our first full day on this beach.	Jonathan
It wasn't until Charles and Max came back with about two bundles each that I realised we hadn't seen Todd since he went off, and when he eventually came back I half expected to see him dragging along two pieces behind him. Instead he barely had a pole loong enough for us to use. Things like that really make you look bad on our first full day on this beach.	
Todd doesn't pull his weight. I worried when I saw a skinny young kid on our tribe that he'd be dead weight, and I guess we saw today that he was. He barely can swing a machete, and probably gave twenty percent of the effort that everyone else was giving! I'd love to have said something but I'm happy to let someone hang themselves out here. He doesn't want to build the shelter then fine... he can spend less time living in it.	Craig
Todd doesn't pull his weight. I worried when I saw a skinny young kid on our tribe that he'd be dead weight, and I guess we saw today that he was. He barely can swing a machete, and probably gave twenty percent of the effort that everyone else was giving! I'd love to have said something but I'm happy to let someone hang themselves out here. He doesn't want to build the shelter then fine... he can spend less time living in it.	
As time passes, Marvin goes to join the material collectors in order to pick up Todd's slack. The four collectors end up together as Marvin decides to mention that a few of the men are questioning Todd's effort, leading to confusion from the twenty-one year old.
Marvin let me know that already Jonathan and Craig are trying to say I'm not pulling my weight or that I'm somehow the weakest one here. Charles is freaking seventy! Half these guys are old and will burn out so quick, and they want to just jump me because I'm the youngest. I'm going to prove them so wrong... and they need to get a check that they can't just go around throwing names this easily.	Todd
Marvin let me know that already Jonathan and Craig are trying to say I'm not pulling my weight or that I'm somehow the weakest one here. Charles is freaking seventy! Half these guys are old and will burn out so quick, and they want to just jump me because I'm the youngest. I'm going to prove them so wrong... and they need to get a check that they can't just go around throwing names this easily.	
Back at the shelter, the remaining five men continue with the construction. Whilst alone, Max H. decides to boldly pitch a pseudo-alliance of sorts to the other men in order to keep Lopevi as strong as possible.
I've felt good all day about Craig, Youseph, Jonathan and Raymond... and as a group I think us plus the other Max is the best way to keep the group strong. You want to get your numbers locked in fast in this game, and we had the opportunity to do it.	Max H.
I've felt good all day about Craig, Youseph, Jonathan and Raymond... and as a group I think us plus the other Max is the best way to keep the group strong. You want to get your numbers locked in fast in this game, and we had the opportunity to do it.	
Muscle Max offered myself, Jonathan, Craig and Youseph the chance to form an alliance today, and of course each of us said yes. We are not going to say no to such an offer when it guarantees your safety to be apart of the numbers in this here game. But, I think others are probably thinking the same as me which is this group isn't much more than convenience. I like some of the four men not included more than I like some of those inside the 'alliance'. I am not going to throw away potentially better relationships just because I'm in someone else's numbers. I can simply go and make my own. Charles is old, Marvin is bigger, Todd is young, Max is... bald... I don't think those are reasons to ostracise them so easily without really taking into consideration trust, overall ability and most importantly who you actually want to spend thirty-nine days playing Survivor with.	Raymond
Muscle Max offered myself, Jonathan, Craig and Youseph the chance to form an alliance today, and of course each of us said yes. We are not going to say no to such an offer when it guarantees your safety to be apart of the numbers in this here game. But, I think others are probably thinking the same as me which is this group isn't much more than convenience. I like some of the four men not included more than I like some of those inside the 'alliance'. I am not going to throw away potentially better relationships just because I'm in someone else's numbers. I can simply go and make my own. Charles is old, Marvin is bigger, Todd is young, Max is... bald... I don't think those are reasons to ostracise them so easily without really taking into consideration trust, overall ability and most importantly who you actually want to spend thirty-nine days playing Survivor with.	
===Yasur===
Like the men, the women make an effort throughout the day to organise their shelter and additionally try to make fire. After several hours of work, the group separate with some women spending time in the water, and others remaining around the shelter. Amongst those at the shelter are Virginia, Mildred, Nargis and Helene.
None of us really got much sleep last night. Strangely I don't feel tired today. I think adrenaline is still going through my veins and keeping me up. We all agreed the importance of finishing a shelter today and hopefully getting fire going so that we can drink some of our stream water, which at this point is totally unsafe if unboiled. We took adequate breaks when working so that it wasn't a dreary second day for us... even though myself, Mildred, Helene and Nargis really put in more effort than anyone because we're all sorta get up and get it done kind of women.	Virginia
None of us really got much sleep last night. Strangely I don't feel tired today. I think adrenaline is still going through my veins and keeping me up. We all agreed the importance of finishing a shelter today and hopefully getting fire going so that we can drink some of our stream water, which at this point is totally unsafe if unboiled. We took adequate breaks when working so that it wasn't a dreary second day for us... even though myself, Mildred, Helene and Nargis really put in more effort than anyone because we're all sorta get up and get it done kind of women.	
I feel really good about the work effort everyone has shown today. There's definitely those who work harder as there would be in any circumstance. I don't think a few of us working harder necessarily means that others aren't working. Even in an Olympian footrace... some people are running 'faster'. My only concerns right now are making sure that socially I can get along with everyone, and show that I'm someone who can help this tribe.	Nargis
I feel really good about the work effort everyone has shown today. There's definitely those who work harder as there would be in any circumstance. I don't think a few of us working harder necessarily means that others aren't working. Even in an Olympian footrace... some people are running 'faster'. My only concerns right now are making sure that socially I can get along with everyone, and show that I'm someone who can help this tribe.	
Over in the water, the other five girls scrub themselves with sand whilst they socialise. Taking the key early moments of the game to bond as best they can with one another.
Things aren't so bad when you can... feel like you're having something as basic as a conversation or take the time to clean yourself. I think some of the older women don't completely get how important it is, and might isolate themselves.	Evelyn
Things aren't so bad when you can... feel like you're having something as basic as a conversation or take the time to clean yourself. I think some of the older women don't completely get how important it is, and might isolate themselves.	
The Yasur tribe is kind of awkward for me because they ain't nothing like my friends back home. Especially the two older women... I don't know what to talk to either of them about! I like everyone here, but it's just weird not knowing how to bridge the generation gap between the two groups... but we're lucky that when it comes to voting that age becomes a liability.	Ruth
The Yasur tribe is kind of awkward for me because they ain't nothing like my friends back home. Especially the two older women... I don't know what to talk to either of them about! I like everyone here, but it's just weird not knowing how to bridge the generation gap between the two groups... but we're lucky that when it comes to voting that age becomes a liability.	
Once the twenty minutes passes, Helene politely requests that the ladies in the water make their way up to assist with the building of the shelter. Donna, Minnie and Shirley all return to the others without waiting, whilst Ruth and Evelyn appear less interested in doing so, appearing once again to be the slowest members of the tribe. Mildred becomes somewhat irritated by the less active members of the group, feeling there is no excuse why she at sixty-one years old should be much faster than somebody one third of her age.
Before I auditioned to come out here, my husband had told me 'Mildred, watch your tongue around them'. I'm very blunt. I don't like to beat around the bush when I talk to people because I find it a form of cowardice. You should be able to tell people straight what the situation is. The situation right now is I feel quite a few of these younger girls simply don't do enough to warrant us finishing a shelter. My biggest gripe is with Ruth right now, because she sighs after every menial task. She picks up wood, she sighs. She places some bamboo down, she sighs. She scratches her leg, she sighs. I hate to come off as the post-menopausal moody woman... but she's kidding herself if she thinks she's not sticking out as the weakest link already. Evelyn isn't far behind. I would've said the same about Donna, but I think she has been spurred by the other two younger girls to really get stuck in and she did pull her weight this afternoon.	Mildred
Before I auditioned to come out here, my husband had told me 'Mildred, watch your tongue around them'. I'm very blunt. I don't like to beat around the bush when I talk to people because I find it a form of cowardice. You should be able to tell people straight what the situation is. The situation right now is I feel quite a few of these younger girls simply don't do enough to warrant us finishing a shelter. My biggest gripe is with Ruth right now, because she sighs after every menial task. She picks up wood, she sighs. She places some bamboo down, she sighs. She scratches her leg, she sighs. I hate to come off as the post-menopausal moody woman... but she's kidding herself if she thinks she's not sticking out as the weakest link already. Evelyn isn't far behind. I would've said the same about Donna, but I think she has been spurred by the other two younger girls to really get stuck in and she did pull her weight this afternoon.	
As requested, Helene politely asks Evelyn and Ruth to join Nargis is trying to get a fire going. Evelyn appears unconfident that completely such a task would be possible, feeling as though trying to win fire would be easier. Mildred is seen rolling her eyes to Virginia as this occurs, doing her best not to scold those who aren't pulling their weight.
I adore Mildred at this stage. I disagree with her that Ruth and Evelyn are at this stage completely useless... I think they have done some work. It's just, we seem to be quite an active group and it's causing them to stand out. Having them go and try to help Nargis with the fire was more to prevent any arguments occurring between them and Mildred, because if that's allowed to happen before our first challenge then we're going in with little to no unity... and that doesn't set us up to win and get momentum against the boys. Every aspect of this game is the game. There's no room to jepordise any part of my tribes strength at this early stage.	Helene
I adore Mildred at this stage. I disagree with her that Ruth and Evelyn are at this stage completely useless... I think they have done some work. It's just, we seem to be quite an active group and it's causing them to stand out. Having them go and try to help Nargis with the fire was more to prevent any arguments occurring between them and Mildred, because if that's allowed to happen before our first challenge then we're going in with little to no unity... and that doesn't set us up to win and get momentum against the boys. Every aspect of this game is the game. There's no room to jepordise any part of my tribes strength at this early stage.	
Throughout the remainder of the day, the women get their shelter virtually completed, noting that they will finish the final touches over the next few days. Despite Nargis, Ruth and Evelyn's efforts, the girls are unable to get a fire going, and thus go without water for another day. Most of the women appear positive about their chances to win the first challenge, wanting to get their own back on the men after the opening ceremony.
It's been a really great first day for our tribe. We're all getting along great! We've got a really diverse group of talents and I think we can definitely give the boys a challenge tomorrow. I don't even want to think of a contingency should we lose, because I just cannot imagine that we will! It's a good day to be a woman in Vanuatu!	Shirley
It's been a really great first day for our tribe. We're all getting along great! We've got a really diverse group of talents and I think we can definitely give the boys a challenge tomorrow. I don't even want to think of a contingency should we lose, because I just cannot imagine that we will! It's a good day to be a woman in Vanuatu!	
===Day 3===
At the sight of the first immunity challenge, the eighteen contestants are informed that as well as immunity, they will also be playing for reward in the form of flint. Both tribes note that they have yet to make fire, with Jeff additionally adding that the losing tribe will not take fire back to camp with them.
===Immunity Challenge===
Reward/Immunity Challenge: Fire Starter
This challenge consists of a commando crawl through a mud pit, three players moving a ball through a table maze, grabbing the ball, climbing a ladder to a balance beam, net slide back to the ground, three other players then using provided materials and matches inside the ball to build a fire in a cauldron to burn through a rope, lowering a torch, lighting the torch, and crossing the finish.
Reward: Flint
Information: For Yasur, Donna causes issues after she bombs the table maze, whilst Ruth also slows the tribe down on the balance beam. However, Virginia and Shirley both take over the table maze and correct Donna's errors. Additionally, Mildred, Minnie and Nargis put in strong performances for the tribe. For Lopevi, Todd and Max O. both equally have a tough time on the table maze, losing what initally was a lead for the tribe. Despite Craig, Marvin, Max H. and Youseph getting across the balance beam extremely quickly, the rest are unable to match the speed and as a result the men lose the first immunity challenge.
Winner: Yasur
===Lopevi===
The men return to camp, having like the previous all-male tribe just lost the first immunity challenge of the season. The morale in camp appears low, with the men all knowing the severity of handing both immunity and fire to the women.
Losing today my decision was made up before we even hit our beach again: Todd. He blew it for us on the table maze, he was slow on the crawl... he didn't get over the beam. More importantly he hasn't pulled his big boy pants on and got to work around the camp! I'm not here to babysit someone who wants to be lazy. I don't think there's a single person in this camp who'll keep him for his performance... it's that simple.	Craig
Losing today my decision was made up before we even hit our beach again: Todd. He blew it for us on the table maze, he was slow on the crawl... he didn't get over the beam. More importantly he hasn't pulled his big boy pants on and got to work around the camp! I'm not here to babysit someone who wants to be lazy. I don't think there's a single person in this camp who'll keep him for his performance... it's that simple.	
All the men other than Todd, Jonathan and Raymond go into the shallow water together to scrub off the mud after the challenge. The conversation quickly turns to the vote, all wanting to lock in a name with little difficulty.
Hearing a name other than my own for this first tribal council is extremely comforting. I feel awful for Todd because he isn't a bad kid, but he just... he's made a target on himself and I don't see how he'll shake this one off. I don't feel secure for the long run, but I'm taking this three days at a time. If someone as temperamental as Craig is worried about someone else, I'm all for it.	Charles
Hearing a name other than my own for this first tribal council is extremely comforting. I feel awful for Todd because he isn't a bad kid, but he just... he's made a target on himself and I don't see how he'll shake this one off. I don't feel secure for the long run, but I'm taking this three days at a time. If someone as temperamental as Craig is worried about someone else, I'm all for it.	
Up the beach, Todd has already begun to pitch his case to Raymond, who he feels is one of the more open minded members of the tribe. Todd explains that he feels he, Charles, Max O. and Marvin will join him in danger if Craig, Jonathan and Max H. take control of the tribe. Raymond somewhat agrees with Todd's argument, admitting that he is worried he will become "a weak link" soon in their eyes.
My name will come up tonight at tribal council. I know after the challenge that Craig, Jonathan and Max H. all said they'd be voting me. I think maybe Youseph is too, so I just need to get the rest of us together and survive this by the skin of my teeth. Jonathan isn't that strong of a player, and he has no reason to be out here. He doesn't need the money. This is just a joke to him... it means so much to me to play and I'm going to fight ten times as hard to stay alive.	Todd
My name will come up tonight at tribal council. I know after the challenge that Craig, Jonathan and Max H. all said they'd be voting me. I think maybe Youseph is too, so I just need to get the rest of us together and survive this by the skin of my teeth. Jonathan isn't that strong of a player, and he has no reason to be out here. He doesn't need the money. This is just a joke to him... it means so much to me to play and I'm going to fight ten times as hard to stay alive.	
Over the next few hours, Todd makes effort to speak to those he thinks are the likely candidates to consider voting Jonathan, whilst the shelter alliance loyalists do their best to keep the group focused on an easy vote against Todd.
I don't know why my 'alliance' is so sure that everything is fine. Maybe I'm just paranoid, but I will never think a vote is set in stone with no more room to move until we go to tribal council. Craig... whilst a good guy and I think loyal... he's too arrogant to think people don't think the same way as him. I'm not risking my neck so if I've got to keep having the same conversations over and over to the point of boring everyone to death... I will.	Jonathan
I don't know why my 'alliance' is so sure that everything is fine. Maybe I'm just paranoid, but I will never think a vote is set in stone with no more room to move until we go to tribal council. Craig... whilst a good guy and I think loyal... he's too arrogant to think people don't think the same way as him. I'm not risking my neck so if I've got to keep having the same conversations over and over to the point of boring everyone to death... I will.	
Before leaving for tribal council, Raymond spends time talking to Max O. and Marvin individually, wanting to gage whether or not keeping outcast Todd would be a worthwhile move, having felt somewhat moved by his earlier plea.
The first vote is never simple in the game of Survivor. We have a choice tonight between Todd or one of the 'shelter group' who are perhaps less trustworthy, but definitely stronger in challenges. I think I know what I want to do, but I don't know if that's what I'm going to do. I need to play this smart for me and the tribe, because I don't want us to be making another decision in three days time. The problem is that as much as I like and respect Todd, I don't know how far out I'd be willing to stick my neck... and if I am questioning it, so are the other three votes he needs to secure a majority tonight.	Raymond
The first vote is never simple in the game of Survivor. We have a choice tonight between Todd or one of the 'shelter group' who are perhaps less trustworthy, but definitely stronger in challenges. I think I know what I want to do, but I don't know if that's what I'm going to do. I need to play this smart for me and the tribe, because I don't want us to be making another decision in three days time. The problem is that as much as I like and respect Todd, I don't know how far out I'd be willing to stick my neck... and if I am questioning it, so are the other three votes he needs to secure a majority tonight.	
At tribal council, all nine men light their torches, knowing that for one of them their time in the game will soon come to an end. Jeff begins by cutting straight to questioning the men as to why they lost, bringing up that both Todd and Max O. notably were weak in the table maze. Max H. comes to Max O's defence, stating that he performed well in other areas of the challenge, and that there is no doubt amongst the team that "he will compete to a high level in other challenges". Jeff asks Max H. if he extends that compliment to Todd, with the following silence and awkward looks answering for him. Todd is asked why he thinks this is, causing him to admit that he feels as if his neck is on the line due to Max H., Craig and Jonathan "conspiring" to get him out of the game. Craig interjects, believing the case to be that Todd is targeted for being the weakest in camp life and challenges combined. Jeff asks the group if anybody disagrees that Todd is the weakest, with the only defence coming from Charles and Raymond who mutually agree that Todd is not "weak" but do feel he was the least helpful over the first three days. Todd defends himself by pointing out that Craig in particular has "bad social skills" that make him uncomfortable, and as a result he spent time away from the shelter building. Both Max H. and Craig audibly laugh at this, feelig as though Todd is using "a cop-out". However, when asking the rest of the tribe, both Raymond and Max O. admit that they can see where Todd is coming from in his issues with the way Craig expresses himself. Craig apologises "for any misunderstanding", but maintains that he has not meant to come across rudel, with Todd cutting him off with a final "well, you did". With the tension clear between certain individuals, Jeff signals Youseph to start the voting.
Todd, you tried to throw me under the bus here tonight, but you did that enough to yourself these last few days.	Craig
Todd, you tried to throw me under the bus here tonight, but you did that enough to yourself these last few days.	
(voting for Todd) I never intended to come across the same way as some of these others, so if I did; I apologise. Having said that, you are the weakest. Good luck.	Jonathan
(voting for Todd) I never intended to come across the same way as some of these others, so if I did; I apologise. Having said that, you are the weakest. Good luck.	
(voting Jonathan) I'd rather vote someone else, but the argument is easier to vote you right now. You threw my name out, so no regrets.I hope the others pull through.	Todd
(voting Jonathan) I'd rather vote someone else, but the argument is easier to vote you right now. You threw my name out, so no regrets.I hope the others pull through.	
After Charles sits down, Jeff goes to collect the votes for the first time this season.
Todd sighs and nods disappointedly. He chooses to say nothing to his tribe after Jeff snuffs his torch, instead walking away from a group that just unanimously ousted him from the game in eighteenth place. Jeff congratulates the men on their first tribal council being unified, but warns them that with one member less and no fire that they clearly have work to do in order to get back in the race against the women.
==Tribal Council==
Tribal Council 1:Lopevi	Tribal Council 1:Lopevi 	 	
VotedAgainst 	Voter 	 	
Todd (8 votes) 	Charles, Craig, Jonathan, Marvin,Max H., Max O., Raymond, Youseph	 	
Jonathan (1 vote) 	Todd 	 	
VOTED OFF:Todd 	VOTED OFF:Todd 	VOTED OFF:Todd	VOTED OFF:Todd
===Final Words===
I kind of expected this. I knew that it was an uphill battle trying to get the five guys together to vote against Jonathan but... I gave it my best shot. It's really... ugh, it sucks to go first! Guess I can't hand in my resignation anytime soon.	Todd
I kind of expected this. I knew that it was an uphill battle trying to get the five guys together to vote against Jonathan but... I gave it my best shot. It's really... ugh, it sucks to go first! Guess I can't hand in my resignation anytime soon.	
===Still In The Running===
Lopevi 	Lopevi	Lopevi 	Lopevi 	Lopevi	Lopevi	Lopevi 	Lopevi 	Lopevi
Charles	Craig 	Jonathan	Marvin 	Max H.	Max O.	Raymond	Todd 	Youseph
Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur 	Yasur
Donna 	Evelyn	Helene 	Mildred	Minnie	Nargis	Ruth 	Shirley	Virginia