Savaii Women's Alliance

**Highest Ranked**: Jen (Winner/21)

The Savaii Womens Alliance was an alliance from Survivor: South Pacific.

One of the most dominant trios in *Survivor* history, the Savaii Women was created out of necessity. They took control over Savaii before becoming unassuming and then controlling over the merged Te Tuna tribe.

## History

### Origins

The red Savaii tribe was formed on Day 1 of *Survivor: South Pacific*. Like her time during *Samoa*, Stephanie was ostracised very early on being perceived as an annoying member of their tribe. However, fellow *Samoa* alumni Crimson and Jen felt like they would be targeted early on for being the most recent players and so formed a Final Three deal with Stephanie. The trio considered Alistair, Fawn and Tommy the biggest physical threats of Savaii and were secretly thankful when Tommy was evacuated at the first immunity challenge on Day 2. Due to the early stage of the game, *Samoa* winner Joe was brought in as his replacement. Upon their return to camp, the *Samoa* women soon brought in Jasmin whilst reconnecting with Joe.

When Savaii lost the immunity challenge on Day 6, the Savaii Women decided to target Virgil who had since become connected to both Alistair and Fawn. Though no Hidden Immunity Idols were hidden this season, the girls were concerned that one could be in play. They spoke to Joe who was working with Charlie and Spencer, where it was agreed that the two groups would split their votes between Alistair and Virgil. When neither player had a non-existent idol at tribal council, Virgil received the most votes and was sent to Redemption Island. After losing the following two immunity challenge, the Savaii Women and Joe voted together to eliminate Alistair and Fawn respectively.

### The Blindside

With only seven castaways left on Savaii and sensing an upcoming merge, the women wanted to have Joe become a permanent member of their alliance. He refused their offer, personally wanting to keep his options open with Charlie and Spencer who were currently on the outs of Savaii. They were offended by Joe's openness about his relationships and felt like they could no longer trust him. When Savaii lost the immunity challenge on Day 14, the Savaii Women felt like they didn't need Joe for the numbers and they instead sent him to Redemption Island.

### The Merge

At the Final Eleven, Savaii merged with the rival Upolu tribe into the yellow Te Tuna tribe. However, they soon became a group of twelve when Lana defeated Dave and Peighton on Redemption Island. Much to the surprise of the Savaii Women, Charlie and Spencer decided to work with the girls against the original Upolu castaways. This group of six had the numbers at the first merged tribal council and they voted out Lana, sending her back to Redemption Island. This group of Savaii castaways continued to work together and dominate over Upolu, leading to the eliminations of Gabriel and Cecilia.

With only nine castaways remaining, the Savaii trio of Crimson, Jen and Stephanie were worried that Charlie and Spencer would flip on them and wanted to make the first move. Along with Jasmin and Jaymi, the Savaii Women had the numbers and they blindsided Charlie. The trio were amazed that no one was truly standing in their way and on Days 23 and 26, the Savaii Women voted out Miles and Spencer respectively. During this time, Joe became the second and final castaway to return from Redemption Island.

### The Endgame

The Savaii Women had worked with Jasmin from the very beginning of the game, but saw her as a real threat to win. With Joe back in the game, Crimson was extremely concerned that Jasmin could try and create an alliance with the men that would overthrow her own trio. She told Joe that Jasmin was trying to go after him and he decided to work with the trio once again. At tribal council, this group of four had the numbers and Jasmin was blindsided. This alliance of four continued to work together to eliminate Devin, before the Savaii Women decided to blindside Joe. When Jaymi failed to win the final individual immunity challenge, the Day 2 trio kept their promise to each other and he was made the final member of the jury.

At the Final Tribal Council, Stephanie was reprimanded by the jury because she was annoying to most of the jury. Many did not like her in the game and the fact she didn't make any moves subtle or flashy. She was seen as a goat in comparison to the other girls and was given third place with no jury votes. Crimson was appreciated for her strategic prowess but also felt that she was cutting too many ties, especially the move against Jasmin. Although Jasmin voted for her to win, other members of the jury were against the move and she was given the title of Runner-Up. In the end, Jen was given the title of Sole Survivor after playing a more subtle game that meant others heavily relied on her for strategic prowess.