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Post by stephen on Jan 28, 2014 12:12:14 GMT -5
Wow, I didn't realize it was 90% that they'd flip. This is going to get reeeeeally interesting. That makes sense that they'd get rid of Sassy (or just one more person, period) before flipping due to the way the numbers are. Ugh, hoping that Sassy somehow wiggles her way out of this.
And you're welcome!
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Post by kirin on Jan 28, 2014 12:19:37 GMT -5
Now that I'm really thinking about things, I don't really think Aaron and Nicole even NEED to flip. I think they just want to in order to make a "big move" but it's really not necessary for them. At final 7, Eric 100% wants to flip on the other Chikaras. So at final 7 Cody would go. I think Eric then wants to get rid of Aaron at final 6, but Aaron, Nicole and Daniel could easily trade in Eric for Robbie or Chris at that point and easily make the final 3. Nicole would have a much easier time getting to final 3 with people like Aaron, Daniel and Robbie.
But even if they flip, Craig and Jeffrey aren't much of threats. Jeffrey, Nicole and Aaron could probably swing Eric and Daniel at some point to get rid of Sami after the other Chikara boys are gone.
So really, the way I see it, those Aaron and Nicole are in a good position either way.
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Post by Sandy on Jan 28, 2014 13:12:54 GMT -5
I cast NicoleGoddess for a reason yall!!!!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 28, 2014 13:25:52 GMT -5
A final 2 with 8 jury?
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Post by stephen on Jan 28, 2014 14:43:04 GMT -5
Isn't it 9 jurors?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 28, 2014 14:48:42 GMT -5
Ah yeah! Got used to eleven people merging ???? THIS IS WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOURE SLEEP DEPRIVED AND HUNGRY AND BILLY IS VOTED OFF
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Post by stephen on Jan 28, 2014 15:34:02 GMT -5
Just because I enjoy making bold predictions that usually end up being wrong, here's another one:
Don't forget about Aaron. He seems to be sitting in almost every power player's endgame plans... He is all for working with Nicole to flip on the Chikara guys, and yet Chris has him and Daniel in their ideal Final 5. Even Sami and him have a little something going on with sharing information, and it seems like they're keeping their mouths shut about it.
Aaron is basically hitting the nail on the head with his strategy discussions lately... he's keeping himself well-liked and seen as valuable to people while still playing, or at least being aware of what's happening, on both sides. He hinted at the fear of making a big move because he doesn't want to lose his status as a non-threat. While that's definitely important to consider, I worry that him sitting back and riding others to the very end will cost him any chance of earning respect from the jury. After all, he's an under the radar player with or without big moves.
The role he has worked himself into, and his style of gameplay right now are enough to earn him an MVP vote from me this week for the first time in a while.
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Post by stephen on Jan 28, 2014 15:49:31 GMT -5
Also one thing about Robbie after reading some stuff:
I have known him for a long time. We worked closely in (I think?) one game and I found myself sort of influenced by him the way I think Cody and Chris have been in this game. The perfect example was back in that Chikara group call talking about the rest of the cast, and kind of bashing everyone. It came off to many of us as unnecessary, childish, and mean. But I don't think Robbie is a mean person. In fact, I think he's actually a very nice guy. In games, he puts all the personal stuff aside and the gloves come off. He'll sit and talk crap about other players for hours to be funny and get people to like him, but I don't think he fully means it, if at all most of the time. It's more putting on a show to get people comfortable talking to him, and thus, building trust so they will come to him with information.
I notice that his fierce competitiveness can cause him to go a little overboard. He's an emotional player, and definitely someone who seems to internally believe they are right about everything (kind of plays the victim, like if someone lied to him but he lied to them 5 seconds earlier, they're still the bad person in his head). I get why this doesn't come across as endearing to the viewers, and it doesn't to me either. And I think the complaining about MVP rankings is even more off-putting. I know Kirin talked about how annoyed she gets when people bitch about MVP a few weeks ago. The comment about the 3 girls being up top because they have vaginas is stupid, false, and was probably made out of frustration.
In this game, Robbie is a villain and I don't think he fully sees himself as one. I could be wrong. But, it would explain why he has this idea in his head that he should be the fan favorite. Regardless of whether he's liked or disliked in here, I do give him credit for the effort he's putting into the game. He has made some mistakes, but I think he has gotten himself into an okay position with a decent shot at making the finals. A lot of people won't turn on him out of fear, and he does have some control for now. His "ways" aren't the type I generally root for as a viewer (and Eric's aren't either, which is why I'm like WTF because I really like him), but I felt that Robbie deserved some recognition and hopefully the insight may explain why he has made himself into one of the least likeable players in our MVP votes.
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Post by kirin on Jan 28, 2014 15:56:29 GMT -5
Well said Stephen!! And I totally agree! Robbie is a VERY emotional player and isn't afraid to show that. And I totally agree that a lot of his comments about others is more to be funny and get the other players to like him. Chris actually said it in one of his confessionals- "bitching is bonding." Like you said, outside this game Robbie is a really, really sweet person. I think just because he puts his whole heart into the game, he gets emotional and it comes across in a negative manner, even if that's not how he intends to be.
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Post by Sandy on Jan 28, 2014 16:29:18 GMT -5
I still like Sobbie Robbie. He reminds me a bit of myself, and I understand where he's coming from a good portion of the time. I said this to Kirin the other day... but Robbie is emotional, passionate, and dedicated to the game, which leads to frustration every other second. If he didn't care about the game he wouldn't get frustrated and whinge in every other confessional.
But yeah, he needs to look at MVP from both sides, as a player and a viewer. Not everyone is going to vote for a Russel Hantz-esque player in a poll such as MVP. I feel like those who understand this and own their role don't let MVP results effect them. Also, there's been villains and males who have topped MVP before, Kurtis, being one of them, so his claim that only vagina's do well in MVP is so off kilter. He's just not coming off as rootable!? lol
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Post by Deleted on Jan 28, 2014 17:17:02 GMT -5
Robbie is playing the "pity me, I'm unpopular and if you disagree then you're wrong" card.
I hope he's dragged to the end and destroyed at FTC.
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Post by Ju1ce on Jan 28, 2014 19:01:45 GMT -5
Moving towards the end, I feel like Nicole, Sami, Eric and Chris have the best shot at actually winning the game. Cody is close there too but all the votes he's received could hurt his chances a bit. Craig and Aaron have very little chance. Daniel and Jeffrey have zero chance. As for Robbie, he's gotten so whiny and un-rootable(not a word lol) that I just want to see him out of the game and on jury already. I do agree that he's passionate about the game which is admirable but still, no thanks to seeing him as the winner of this season. Oh and how could I forget Sassy? I'd love to see her win as she's been my favorite this season but sadly, the odds are so stacked against her, even if she somehow made finals I don't see how she'd win over the jury.
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Post by Joe on Jan 28, 2014 20:04:51 GMT -5
I don't quite have pity for Robbie as he combats his frustrations with being vocal and annoying. While vaginas don't make you win MVP they definitely help. So I see where he is coming from.
I'm so excited for the auction! These things are always interesting and it will be fun if they find out who wins what.
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Post by alex on Jan 28, 2014 20:09:34 GMT -5
I am, of course, #teamRobbie until the end. And I honestly think the reason he is not rootable for, is because he is so emotional, everyone loves villains but when a villain is emotional it becomes off putting to most. I love emotional villains cause that's the kind of player I usually am.
I also think that Robbie has a great chance at winning. As viewers we see their every move, every bitching session and every complaint. All the other people don't see that! They see charming, chatty, super entertaining, social Goddess Robbie.
Soooo, I think he has a chance.
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Post by Joe on Jan 28, 2014 20:15:56 GMT -5
Sami and Sassy have expiration dates unfortunately.
Chris Aaron Eric and Nicole are the ones in good positions to make it the furthest in my opinion. Jeffrey will also slide through a bit further.
I feel like Cody and Robbie will be the casualties in a few rounds. Possibly due to whatever the auction brings us!
Craig is the one who perplexes me. Early on I found him interesting for having a good spot in his tribe but at this merge I have no idea who is really with him.
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