Time Is Now For Rupert and Big Tom
by Rich Glanzer
For eight seasons, there have been many physically dominant Survivors. Kelly from season one, Colby from season two, Lex from season three, Brian from season five, and Rupert from season seven. But besides Brian, perhaps none have truly dominated both physically and mentally as well as Boston Rob has this season.
However no one wins immunity every time, and before it's too late Rupert and Big Tom must make their move. Each should realize that Rob will not carry them to the final three, and probably final four. Why should he? He's not nearly as strong as Rupert, and Big Tom is not a physical slouch as well. Both players are popular with the other castaways, and can beat Rob in the final vote. After Shii Ann, they are the obvious one's to go in Rob's master plan. And there's no guarantee Rob will eliminate Shii Ann.
That's why Rupert and Big Tom must get Shii Ann, and either Jenna or Alicia to vote with them. Shii Ann will obviously go for this, and I bet so would Jenna or Alicia. Both would probably have some guilt, and both may think they're in the final three with Rob and Amber. However Alicia would be smart to realize Rob thought Amber was gone when they made their alliance. And Jenna must realize Rob is a snake, and will do what's best for him.
But voting off Rob isn't the answer. At least not for next week. The vote should go for Amber. Because once the guys take out Rob, who has the next big X on their back? That would be Rupert followed by Big Tom. With four women and two men remaining, another Survivor "Battle of the Sexes" will play out, where superior strength and athleticism will be punished not rewarded. That's why after they vote out Amber, they need to stick with Shii Ann, and then vote out Jenna. After Jenna, there will be more men then women, and then the guys can focus on Boston Rob.
However most likely, if Rupert and Big Tom do decide to abandon their alliance, they will vote out Rob if he doesn't win immunity. And then that big giant X, that Lex painted on his back, will have moved to Rupert and Big Tom.
My prediction? Rupert and Big Tom vote off Shii Ann, and get voted off consecutively in the weeks after.
Questions and Feedback, Rich can be reached at rich@survivorskills.com
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