That Alliance Is Over

**That Alliance Is Over** is the third episode of Survivor: Taiwan

## Story

### Kinmen

After arriving back from tribal, everybody is in high spirits. Benny says he didn't think a tribal could be any less significant, causing everybody to laugh. Ciera agrees, saying that Tyler being voted out is more of a good thing. Everybody settles into camp for the night, preparing for the next day. Confessionals begin with Joel saying that the night went perfectly. Tyler slept the whole game, meaning he was the perfect person to vote out and now his alliance is closer than ever. Benny says that sticking with his alliance maintains his good position in the tribe, and he wants to keep it that way.

There is a generally cherry mood around camp in the morning. The Kinmen tribe all eat breakfast together, cooked by Ciera. The atmosphere seems brighter than it ever did with Tyler gone, and people begin really getting to know one another. Kate comments on the fact that they're all in such a good mood now that nobody is here to drag them down, and everybody agrees.
Kate makes a confessional saying that Tyler being gone is the best thing for everybody, as they're feeling really close as a tribe. Avery also gives a confessional, reinforcing Kate's points, yet commenting that she's not sure where to go from here, she only trusts Kate and Audrey on a game level, and not at all Joel or Tony.

Ciera gets up and leaves the rest of the tribe after a little while. Realising that the only people around camp are a part of his alliance, Joel talks about the next vote. He says that it's best to stick together until the merge, or at the very least the tribe swap. Tony agrees, saying they stuck together well before and it worked, meaning they should do it again and vote for the one outsider, Ciera. Everybody agrees to their faces, but both Kate and Audrey make confessionals saying that they really like Ciera, but also want to stick to the alliance. Benny says in his confessional that things are looking good for him, he has an alliance, they have a target, and Benny is still on good terms with his tribe members.

Later on in the day, Ciera and Kate talk. Their conversation goes really well, flowing really smoothly. Ciera says that when talking to Kate, things feel natural. Kate is somebody she can trust, because she's genuine and not fake, a rare occurrence in the game. Kate blushes a little, saying that's really sweet. They hug, and Ciera asks Kate if she'd be interested in an alliance. Kate agrees, and ponders whether to tell Ciera that she is the majority alliance's target, but decides not to. Ciera gives a confessional saying that she needs alliance, and Kate is the perfect pick as she's trustworthy and kind. Kate says that this new duo puts her between a rock and a hard place, as she's in the middle of the tribe.

Benny walks around talking to different people. He first stops at Tony and Joel. The three talk for a little while, all laughing at Tony's childish jokes. Joel brings up strategy, saying that he's glad to have been put with both of them. Tony and Benny both agree. Joel and Tony make confessionals about their alliances, saying that their number one allies are each other, but are also loyal to Benny and the greater alliance of six. Benny then walks back to the camp where he meets Avery and Audrey. The three get along really well, being able to relate to each other's experiences and stories. Audrey says in a confessional that besides Kate and Avery, Benny is one of the people she trusts the most. Benny makes a confessional saying that he's good with literally every single person. It's going to be hard to cut alliances, but he'd much rather have to do that than have no allies at all.

### Matsu

In the morning, Jon and Robert have some hearty talks over breakfast. The two still get along really well. Once Jon finishes telling his story about how he badly burnt a food critic's steak, their conversation turns into strategy talk. Robert says that he wants to continue their alliance into the game because he trusts Jon, and Jon assures Robert that he also wants that. Together with the alliance with Natalie and Hayden, they can get far in the game. Robert says in a confessional that Jon and himself will stick together because they get along great.

When walking to the water well to fill up her canteen, Natalie takes in her surroundings. She thinks to herself about what an amazing location to be placed in, when she notices a small scroll tucked up in a tree. Natalie immediately rushes over and grabs it. She opens the scroll and realises that it's a Steal-a-Vote. The note reads, "This is a Steal-a-Vote advantage. After the votes have been cast, bring this to Jeff. You can cancel one person's vote, meaning their vote will not be read nor counted. Then, you will have the opportunity to vote once more, effectively stealing their vote. This advantage expires at the final six." Natalie gasps, looking chuffed with herself. She tucks the advantage into her bra and makes a confessional saying that she feels like the most powerful person in the world with her idol and now a Steal-a-Vote advantage. Unknown to her, Alyssa-Mae is watching from the shadows. She has seen everything and knows of Natalie's Steal-a-Vote. Alyssa makes a confessional smirking to herself. She says that Natalie and her have never seen eye-to-eye, so she has an evil plan concocted.

Everybody is relaxing at the campsite when Alyssa walks in. She calls for a meeting, and everybody looks intruded. Alyssa begins her speech by saying that somebody in the tribe hasn't been as slick as they thought they were. This confuses a few people, but Alyssa continues by saying that one person has found a Steal-a-Vote advantage, but won't say who it is. The person knows who they are, and Alyssa could leak their name to the whole tribe at any minute. Hayden looks flabbergasted, Vay shakes her head, and Natalie looks at Alyssa in complete shock. Alyssa gives a confessional saying that now Natalie knows that she can't come after her, otherwise she can tell the whole tribe about her advantage and put a target on her back. Natalie also makes a confessional, saying that any power she had in finding the Steal-a-Vote has now been transferred over to Alyssa, so she needs to go.

The alliance of Natalie, Hayden, Jon, and Robert gather. Robert says they need trust, so if one of them found the advantage they should come forward. Natalie remains quiet. Jon wonders if Vay found it, and if she did, it could be detrimental as she's their target. Hayden reminds him that even if Vay found the advantage and steals one of their vote, they should still have the majority 4-2. Jon smiles, saying that means they can still vote out Vay. Awkwardly, Natalie suggests they vote out Alyssa since she’s causing trouble, but Jon says it’ll be good to have her around for potential information about the advantage if they need it, much to Natalie's dismay. Jon says that this new information about the advantage is scary, but he trusts that nobody in his alliance is lying about it.

Alyssa's speech about the advantage has caused a stir in the camp. Robert, Jon, and Natalie are talking, trying to figure out who has it. Hayden and Vay are discussing, all while Alyssa sits back and relaxes. Hayden asks Vay if she found it, but Vay swears she didn't. Hayden then wonders if Alyssa was lying about this, and only brought it up to cause drama. Alyssa hears this and says that she can assure him that she's telling the truth. Hayden says to her that if she'd being honest, she should say who found it. Alyssa smirks and says she wants to enjoy her fifteen minutes of fame before name dropping the person. She laughs and lays back down, leaving Hayden and Vay annoyed.

Later on in the day, the situation has calmed a little. The tribe is laying in the shelter, a few people are asleep while others are enjoying the peace and quiet. Natalie looks over at Alyssa, who catches her eye. Alyssa mouths 'sorry' before shrugging and looking away, leaving Natalie frustrated. Natalie makes a confessional about how Alyssa may be expecting her to strike a deal with her due to her exposing the advantage, but Natalie doesn't want to make an alliance out of desperation. Instead, she needs to play it safe and distance herself from Alyssa, as she's walking on thin ice.

### Challenge

**KINMEN**

**MATSU**

The Matsu tribe arrive on the challenge beach, and are shortly joined by Kinmen. Jeff announces that Tyler was voted off, which shocks the other tribe completely. Hayden has his hands over his mouth, while Vay gasps. Jeff asks why there was such a big reaction, and Robert says that nobody expected Tyler to be voted out as he looked to be very strong in their challenges. Jon makes a confessional, saying that it should hopefully be easier to win challenges with him gone.

Jeff then announces that they will be playing **By Any Means Necessary**. Two members from each tribe will race out into the water to collect a ring. They will then try and reach their tribes post while holding the ring to score a point. The first tribe to three points wins. Kinmen has an extra member, so Ciera sits out.

Survivors ready? GO!

The first matchups are Audrey and Kate vs. Alyssa-Mae and Natalie. Communication plays a big part in this challenge, and Audrey and Kate nail that aspect, scoring a point for Kinmen. Their tribe isn't so lucky next round, however, as Jon and Hayden easily score a point against Tony and Benny, tying the score 1-1. Joel and Tony are up next against Robert and Jon. This matchup is a little more even, and for a while it looks as if Joel is pulling the ring to his side. However, in a coordinated pull from Jon and Robert, they manage to score once more, putting Matsu in the lead. The next round is intense, with Kate and Avery going against Natalie and Vay. Kate and Natalie are both the strongest in their pairs, and mainly focus on blocking each other. Natalie grabs a hold of the ring and tosses it to Vay, who manages to run over to the Matsu post, scoring their final point. Matsu wins immunity! Vay gives an excited confessional about how she managed to win the challenge for her tribe, something she never thought she'd be able to do.

### Kinmen

After arriving back at camp, there is some small talk about the challenge. Joel tries motivating them all, saying that it was unlucky and they'll do better next time. Kate sighs, and makes a confessional laughing at herself, as she thought they would be the dominating tribe, yet here they are going to tribal once more. Tony also gives a confessional, saying that he doesn't mind losing as he's a part of the majority alliance, so he can easily pow pow an outsider.

Joel, Tony, Benny, Kate, Avery, and Audrey gather around. Joel says that the alliance has to stick together and vote out Ciera. They're a tight tribe currently, and splitting apart would only break that harmony. Tony agrees, and Benny says he can't wait to make merge together as a six. Audrey nods, saying they're going to go far, and Avery smiles. Kate makes a confessional saying that things are going to be rough tonight, as she either has to vote off Ciera, a friend, or break the alliance. Joel says in his confessional that he's in a power position, and he's going to remain loyal to the people he's with.

Ciera and Kate talk. Ciera asks who to vote for tonight, and Kate hesitates. Ciera looks worried, asking if the vote is on her. Kate sighs, and says it is. However, she really doesn’t want to go through with it. Ciera hugs her and says that if there’s anything she can do to save her, please do it, but she understands if she can’t, which causes Kate to get emotional. Ciera makes a confessional saying that she had no idea she was on the bottom of the tribe and hopes she and Kate can change the vote, but she doesn't want to sacrifice Kate's game in the process.

Kate makes a confessional weighing up her options. On one hand, she has a majority alliance with an easy vote, but she could also save Ciera as she's loyal to her, and almost like a mother figure. Kate walks to Avery and Audrey and suggests the idea of changing the vote. Audrey says she's open to the idea, but Avery is a little more apprehensive. She says that they have everything perfect planned out, and Ciera is a big social threat due to her loveable nature. Audrey asks Kate who she'd vote for if she wanted to flip, and Kate says either Joel or Tony. Tony is a little better socially, but Joel is a physical threat and seems to be leading the alliance. Audrey says in a confessional that she is fine with flipping or remaining loyal, but Avery says in her confessional that she really doesn't want to flip, and hopes Kate can see that.

Kate then approaches Benny. Benny asks if everything's okay, and Kate says that since they're allies she wants to be open and honest with him. Benny looks intrigued, and asks what she's thinking. Kate says that she's not sure if she wants to vote Ciera out. Benny looks shocked, and says that they have to. Ciera is a social threat, plus the alliance has to stick together so they can have the numbers going into a swap or merge. Kate sighs and says in a confessional that she's aligned with Benny, so she wants to keep him in on the loop, however, she's still undecided on which way she wants to go. Benny also gives a confessional, saying that it's ridiculous to want to flip this early. Kate is a good gameplayer, but she has to see why sticking to the alliance is the best idea. Plus, he has friends in the alliance that he doesn't want to turn on.

### Tribal Council

Audrey, Avery, Benny, Ciera, Joel, Kate, and Tony make their way into the tribal council area. Jeff welcomes them and asks Tony how he feels about losing the challenge. Tony says that it sucks, because the tribe is so close. He likes everybody, but they need to do what's best for the tribe and eliminate the easy vote. Jeff asks Kate if that's true, and Kate sighs. She agrees that the tribe is united, but she feels closer with some people than she does others. Ciera smiles and Benny says that alliances also play a big part in the vote. They may like one person a lot, but they should stick to whatever alliance's they have because the game is only just beginning.

Jeff nods, then announces that it's time to vote. Once all votes have been cast Jeff asks if anybody has a hidden immunity idol they would like to play. Nobody stands, so he reads the votes.

First vote...

**JOEL.**

Joel doesn't have any expression to receiving a vote.

**CIERA.**

Ciera nods.

**CIERA.**

Sighing, Ciera looks over at Kate.

**JOEL.**

Joel looks confused, Tony opens his mouth in shock, and Ciera grins.

**JOEL.**

Kate smiles, pleased with herself.

The third person voted out of Survivor: Taiwan...

**JOEL.** (#BLINDSIDE)

Joel looks around, very confused. Tony sits in his seat, looking stunned. Nobody says anything and eventually Joel gets his torch. Once it's snuffed by Jeff, Joel turns to the tribe. He congratulates them on the blindside, saying he didn't expect it. He then turns down the path and out of the tribal council area. As the tribe collect their belongings, Ciera thanks Kate.