Round 12

[notstephen]

Ah, the joys of final 6....
*first ORG flashbacks... ;_;*

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anyways,

After a painstaking (at least for me) tribal council where the weasel got outweaseled by Nav (might I say, Bryce actually played such a straight forward and loyal game and I loved that so much <3 <3 <3 <3 you Bryce), and the SECOND person of the season goes home with an idol in pocket. What a season. 

I'd like to first congratulate the final 6 when they/if they read this! All of you sincerely deserve to be in the final 6 for one reason or another. It's rare to see that, and it's rare for me to not have a round where I wont really have any fan rankings--because I sincerely would be happy with any of you to be crowned victorious! Instead this round, it's time for me to rank who I would vote for/think should be voted for to win, and why:

[notstephen]

FROM LAST TO FIRST

6. Stephen

Stephen has made some strong connections in this game and has stuck to them through thick and thin. He's definitely earned his way to the final 6 through sticking close with Patrick and the friendship between him/Kate/Patrick/Sara through better or worse. He's been on the wrong end of votes, but he's found Albee and Elise to help him through and even though he's not perceived as the "top", being on the safe side of the vote never helps. He's in a compromising position right now, simply because nobody has Stephen in their final 3 plans except for maybe Patrick. He has immunity this round, which could be enough of an early bargaining chip to help his position and further his chance of winning.

[notstephen]

5. Navneet

Navneet has been such a non-factor for me as a viewer until now. Nav sealed the fate for Bryce, and he's in such a pristine position to seal the fate for other power players like Elise (since he wants to bring Albee to the finals) if he can utilize his social ability to the fullest. He knows who he has the best shot to win against, it's up to him to pull off the communication to make it happen. The interesting thing about Nav's final 3 plan is I believe that Justin will believe he has a shot of winning over Albee and Nav, and Albee will believe he has a shot of winning over Nav and Justin. Albee is EXTREMELY loyal though, so it'll be interesting to see how it plays out. Nav barely scrapes past Stephen in who I think has the best shot of winning, since I don't think he's subjected to being a sitting duck. 

[notstephen]

4. Justin

I predicted that Justin could be the potential winner off the bat. Alas, here he is in the final 6. Justin has been extremely aware of the situations that have occurred in this game. He has been on point almost all of the time as to who is running the game, and who is dangerous. He's been on the bad side of some votes, but if he makes the final it might be endearing enough to get the votes of the likes of Tom and Bryce, former allies of Justin who can respect the fact he's made it this far. Justin isn't the strongest socially, but he's smart as a whip. If you give him the chance to shine at final tribal, I think a lot of people will turn their heads and vote The Dutch Dream (it's a good nickname I just made up, you should totally use it Justin!) the winner of CYS 17. 

[notstephen]

3. Elise

Here's where most people are going to disagree. And I agree. Elise has played the BEST game this series without a shadow of a doubt. She's been on the radar since the get go and she's still here. Clayton reveals her ORG past, she's still here. The window to get Elise out is dwindling. I wouldn't want to miss my chance if I had it. Looks like it's now or never. 

Elise IS the best player, but I can't agree with some of her moves. For example:

As for b), I just told them that "a viewer" had accidentally let it slip to me that Bryce had two idols. I don't want to overuse it (so everyone doesnt think I'm blatantly cheating lol) but it is a useful line when you want to confirm something. That and my mysterious "chronicles friends" or "friends from another org" who supposedly keep confirming whatever random bullshit rumors I come up.

I give her credit where credit is due, use whatever you can/do whatever it takes. But this is just too scummy for me. I have her ranked over everyone 4-6, because I can respect that she deserves to win this game even if I don't necessarily agree with how she's gotten there. Hell, she probably will -- history has a weird way of repeating itself and history keeps giving her big fat hypothetical million dollar cheques. But if I was aware of what she was using, rather lying about people leaking info, or "mysterious friends" influencing the happenings of the game -- I can't give you my vote to win. I learned from Endure to play with a clear head and make impressions and gather information yourself to deduct and share at your will. (sorry Jacob Harpel I love you, sorry for painting the target on you <3). 

[notstephen]

2. Albee

Fun fact: I know Albee as "Albie Sweetheart". He's been nothing like that in this game. At all. 

You know what would be sweet though?

If the person who was guaranteed first boot makes first place due to Paul Clark dropping out.

That's the storyline. That's the big ticket. That's what I'm secretly hoping to see. Albee has been on the right side of EVERYTHING this game. He's here. He's a heat seeking missile, he's made the game entertaining, a lot of people are looking to bring him to the finals. For all of the stuff I might disagree with, he has done this game right in so many ways and he deserves the W. 

What else can I say? Love him or hate him, Albee's earned his spot. He shouldn't be here, but he is and it's not because of a mere 14 round coincidence. 

I don't think Albee will win due to poor jury management, but if I were sitting on the jury voting for Albee and anyone slotted beneath him, he has my vote 100%. 

[notstephen]

1. Patrick

Patrick is the hero of CYS17. Nobody even comes close to me.

Here's a guy coming into his first ORG. Here's a guy who gives it his all. Here's a guy who risks his ass and throws out an idol he worked painstakingly hard for to keep his friends in the game. Here's a guy who's been on the right side of votes, the wrong side of votes, and back to the right side of the votes. He can win immunities. And if he can make it to the finals he's proven that he's done something right. Whether it be immunities (which it wouldn't entirely be since Stephen won immunity this round), or the deadly combination of social/strategic combination (if he survives this vote, in a vote where I think he'd be the target) -- he proves this tenfold. He's in a minority right now, and I think he could be consistently in a minority in this game. But, he has something that I don't think anyone else has. He has an ally he wants to bring to the finals, even if it were more detrimental to him in Stephen (at least to my knowledge this is his intentions). If Patrick can find one vote (JUSTIN JONES!?) -- it can change the entire game. All it takes is one person to flip, and Patrick has an ace in the hole with Stephen. Hell, Stephen has an ace in the hole with Patrick and depending on perception Stephen could shoot up extremely high too. Patrick is the pride and joy of CYS17. He's dodged bullets left and right. He's been on the top, he's been on the bottom, he's made great social connections, he's proven he's a competitor. He's the all-around best in this cast. I'm happy with any of the six winning, but Patrick--at least for now--would be the one who I'd give the most credit where it's due if he pulled off the victory. 

[notstephen]

So it looks as if it's going to Patrick or Nav? (PATRICK/STEPHEN CONTINUE WITH THEIR STORYLINE OF VOTING NAV!!!!)
It comes down to Elise this round. Elise can force a tie and possibly rocks, or play it safe and vote out Patrick. I'd assume the latter, but I hope for her case she realizes what's happening.
Everyone... EVERYONE (except for probably Patrick/Stephen who'd want each other in their FTC plans) wants Nav/Justin in the final 3. Elise needs to make an opening for her to fit into some people's plans (unlikely, but it'd increase her odds). If she sided with Patrick/Stephen, who have played a lot more loyal of a game, it could fare well for her. I wonder if she would risk her entire game (getting booted over rocks) to increase her odds to pencil herself into the finals.

[notstephen]

Nevermind. Stephen and Patrick are voting JUSTIN (why!?)
Stephen is worried they're going to vote for Patrick (if you're worried, shouldn't you do something? I guess better Patrick than him which is true, but still there's a guaranteed vote on your side you can't lose this late in the game).
Stephen thinks Patrick wouldn't be voted out until five, because they'd be afraid of him flipping to Nav/Justin.
...Little does Stephen know the Nav/Justin/Albee f3 is probably going to come to full fruition.
Stephen continues his storyline of being a chicken with his head cut off (unfortunately, I'm really hoping Elise brings them together and makes something happen!)

Elise or Albee will be the winner of CYS17. I have no doubt about it now.

[Host Brandon]

This is crazy!!! I want to know who is leaving between Justin and Patrick but the two swing votes have yet to vote!! COME ON!! This is awful!! D:

I agree...Elise or Albee are going to win the game...hands down!! They are clear front-runners and are playing better games at this point. Elise HAS to side with Patrick and Stephen though...ugh!

[notstephen]

Voting Patrick. Uploading atm

God dammit Elise.
God.
Dammit.

[notstephen]

I'm hoping and praying that Elise and Albee somehow both stay safe tonight. I don't think there's a chance in hell this happens, but at this point these two deserve to be in the finals. I want Justin there too. I can't say I want Nav there. Nav is building up an impressive enough resume to have a shot at winning, especially if this 2-2-1 plan works. But I just don't want him there. Few times it ends up with the two (arguably) strongest players this series in the finals. I'd love to see an Elise/Albee faceoff at the FTC, with an underdog like Justin who could even swing a few votes or even win.

Bring on the live night!

[jamie]

so like does no one besides stephen even care about final immunity? if i was in this game I would be going for as long as I could to win it. Idc if I'm guaranteed f3, I would still put effort into attempting the challenge.

[allan]

Stephen was messaging me about how hard he was going to try for this challenge, convinced he needs it. I really hope he gets it.

[kez]

Elise is the cutest fucking thing. I'm glad she has this challenge locked down <3