Round 1 - SO IT BEGINS

[Ricky]

Night One Stand Outs

Dreyfus Tribe (no tribe call, so going off chats)


Iqra: This girl hit the ground running making small talk with everyone and I think everyone liked her right off the bat. She's in a good spot already. 

Spencer: He's talking with people but laying low. Submitted a quick confessional about his call with Sam. Also loved him calling himself a douchebag and asshole in his own confessional. I'm liking him a lot more than I thought I would. He understands the dynamic he needs to create between himself and the newbies. 

Chioma: Just because she was present. I didn't even think she would be around. 

Torry: She seemed very genuine in all her conversations, and even got on a call with Jessaca. I thought she would be overplaying on night one, so just because she didnt, she's a stand out for me right now. Love her.


FIRST BOOT POSSIBILITY FROM DREYFUS RIGHT NOW: KYLE

Slyvain Tribe (everyone got on call at one point)

Jessie: This is my number one right now. Hard to describe what it is that impressed me so much, but she just came across as super likeable and friendly and smart. She wasn't try too hard, and you could tell she was reading everyone. 

Devon: Yes, he found the legacy advantage, but he already got clocked as a big threat by the biggest mess of the tribe, Kristine. I'm actually down on Devon right now. He's the kind of player you notice is a threat from the start but you know you can't get him out any time soon, which means he'll go far but people will be weary of trusting him. 

Kristine: We have ourselves our new Kaylee. I thought she would be first boot when we cast her, but for all the wrong reasons. I thought she'd be inactive and really quiet, and it turns out she's the complete opposite. I'm hoping she's not first boot so we get more of her. She's so far the only person to call Devon a threat, so there's that. 

Elyse: I AM HERE FOR THIS QUEEN. That is all. Beautiful, calculated, and just awesome. 

Gabby: In my opinion, she came off a little fake last night. I get it, its hard to make small talk with people you dont know and fake interest in their jobs and lives, but she just came off as too scripted. I'm down on Gabby right now. 

First boot possibility from Slyvain right now: Chris or Kristine

OTHER QUICK THOUGHTS

Alex: He's lying left and right about stuff he doesnt need to. People asked him if he knew Carlos since he lives in Miami and he said he does not. He's also saying he's a grad student when he works at a law firm as a numbers guy. Little lies like these don't make any sense in my opinion. 

POSSIBLE ALLIANCE? - kristine creating a group chat with random people was fucking amazing, and to top it off she added Elyse after a few minutes to "have the numbers". 

[blake]

after Devon's first confessional I think I've kinda turned around from what I said in my cast reveal assessment of him? my big fear was that he would come into this and he'd be a little TOO high horse-ish and would not be as self-aware, but it seems like he is completely aware of the fact that he is on a hot streak and he even went so far as to say "losing would be a gift, because it would humble me a bit" so I'm actually big on Devon now? I find the mentality of doing research on the way the ORG community functions and trying to pinpoint who would be in a good position from his current tribe based on that ~info~ really unique and fun. seems like he's looking to be perceived as Alex's "sidekick" and that he thinks Elyse and Jessie are the two who would be in good positions. it's still early and I still don't really see Devon as having winner potential but I'm higher on him now than I was previously

[blake]

Nov 11, 2019 11:25:26 GMT -5 Ricky said:

Jessie: This is my number one right now. Hard to describe what it is that impressed me so much, but she just came across as super likeable and friendly and smart. She wasn't try too hard, and you could tell she was reading everyone. 

this was the vibe I got from her video too! she seems kinda soft-spoken and laid back, but it comes across as very natural and not like a silent but deadly kinda thing

[Benji]

Dreyfus - This tribe has not had a tribe call. So peculiar for a first night of a game. People have talked about it but there's no clear leader to settle the time. The dynamics are hard to read, but there is a lot of personality here. My brief summary of Dreyfus:


Jessaca - I can sense that she wants to be the one to be a leader/vocal presence for the tribe. There's some obvious restraint, but I think she knows how important it is to be cohesive. Either way, she did a damn good job talking while working a closing shift at the bar. She had two calls late in the morning that I definitely did not have a chance to listen in on. Sounds like they went well. 

Ryan - Slightly active. He's slow going, but understands the game. He's playing the middle and will likely not be a target. 

Iqra - another very active player. She was all over the individual chats last night. She has some energy and I am excited to see her lock in some tight bonds soon. 

Brandon - Also slow going, although he's on vacation. He seems to be getting a stronger reception than someone like Ryan. People like him already. I see him being a number for someone until he finally brings out the player in himself. 

Spencer - The dude bro of the season. Was out until the clubs, but it was chill because it was a Sunday. Here for his memes. 

Torry - Probably the newbie I am most excited to see. She has the energy and is playing this game a bit already. Her and Iqra are talking a lot. I love this duo. 

Chioma - First boot? Probably first boot. She's added wrong people to convos and seems a bit slow answering people's DMs. Sweet girl, but I don't think she has the fight to go far. 

Kyle - Potential first boot, also. I literally had to remind myself who Kyle is. I can't remember any of his conversations (if he's even had any). If this continues, lack of talking will be his downfall

Samantha - took a minute to get her going, but she is in tune with the game. Should be a middle of the road player until a swap. 

Sylvain
 - The talkative tribe. I can't even begin to explain the dynamics here. There are certain people who are really navigating a lot of important conversations and those who are coming off a bit strong. Should be the entertainment of pre-swap. 


Alex
- Lovable guy. Very sweet and active. Everyone is having a general conversation with him. My concern is that he seems to be pretty strict to the small talk and getting to know people. I hope he doesn't come across as disingenuous. Either way, people like him now. I hope he can move into strategy with some people he trusts. 

Devon
- As someone who was aligned with Devon in another game, I am a fan of how he plays. He already has a target on his back, but is aware of his potential to be a threat. He found the legacy idol already, which I knew he would. Dude is always all over the proboards. 

Gabby
- Gabby is currently playing a game similar to Alex. She talked a LOT last night, but she swings in between quick small talk and abruptly bringing up game. She is active enough to keep a target off her back for now. 

Kristine
- The current crackhead of the season. Love this. She's all in and she was very active (for better or worse). Currently the keeper of the first and best alliance of the season (Possible Alliance??). Go off, Queen. 

Jason
- Seems like he is playing a very safe game currently. Talking enough but not too much. He's a smart player and will make the moves when he needs to. 

Elyse
- so fucking calculated. I didn't know what to expect from Elyse, but she's taking it all in and waiting for the perfect numbers. Excited to see how this pans out. 

Jessie
- SUCH A SWEET GIRL. She has this relaxed and all accepting vibe to her. I'm looking forward to see who she trusts and works with. 

Chris
- He seems to be getting the "coming on too strong" person. And I think he's just starting to realize it. I hope he goes full crackhead when he's targeted. 

Grace - her biggest enemy seems to be herself. Grace lacks a bit of confidence and awareness in her own game. People like her and I hope she recognizes that. 

[michaelbrady]

Kristine is WILD. 

[michaelbrady]

Pre-Game Faves:
Brandon - Seems very genuine, love rooting for the "older guy" which is weird cuz he isn't really old at all lol.

Iqra - Messy, will provide drama.

Ryan - Initial winner pick. I just got a good feeling about him and his 'villainous' ways.

Grace - Queen, ready to watch her again.

Sam - If Ryan wasn't my winner pick, Sam would be. Jay picked her as his winner for a reason, she's extremely likable which is what it takes.

Jason - LOVED him in Conquest. He's the Kobe of this season, he's gonna shoot his shot and there's a 100% chance of him thinking wit his dick and ending up in a showmance. #ShootersShoot.

[Carlos]

Alex wanting Gabby out or finding her shady because she asked if he knows me is a little much lmao

[Ricky]

Devil's Island Recap

As I mentioned on the VL Skype chat, Jason had a letter saying Jessaca had information useful for him and Jessaca got an idol that can only be played by someone from the Slyvain tribe. 

Jason immediately messaged her saying his letter told him she had information for him. She asked him to jump on a call real quick, admitted she had information for him, but was not sure if she should share it. It didnt take 5 minutes for Jessaca to say it was an idol and 3 minutes later she had agreed to give it to him. 

I honestly think Jessaca jumped the gun. She should have talked with him more to get a better read for him. Jessaca had the option of keeping the idol and giving it to someone else from Slyvain that she meets at a swap or at the merge. I understand wanting to create bonds with someone by giving them an advantage, but is Jason the person she wants to be creating a bond with? In my opinion, no. She has no idea who he is. I think the right move was to talk with him, get a sense for the type of player he is, and if you vibed well with him, then give it to him, but if after talking for a while, you're skeptical of the person, keep it and find someone you vibe with better to give it to. 

What do y'all think is the right move here?

[michaelbrady]

Let’s goooo!! Jason with an idol 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[michaelbrady]

Ryan is living up to the hype! His confessional explaining his alliance with Brandon Sam and Torry was awesome. That’s a great group who I can definitely get behind and root for this season!
Sam clocked Jessaca as someone who talks to everyone and is showing that she’s got the strategic mind in this game. Though this alliance is brand new, they’re full of my pre season faves and I couldn’t
be happier about it!

[Jay]

Loving how active and crazy this cast is already. The $1000 prize wasnt meant to get people to sign, it was meant for the people who did make it to play hard 24/7 and thats exactly what this cast is doing.

Favorites so far-

1. Sam
2. Alex
3. Brandon
4. Torry
5. Kristine

[Benji]

Dreyfus update:

In the best current spots: Sam and Ryan. People are talking to them, like them and don't seem to be tipped off by them. Yet. I could see Sam overplaying and getting her ass voted out, but it depends how hard she goes after Jessaca. 

In some trouble: Jessaca - Jet Setters Alliance is on to her and want her out first vote. 

Slyvain update:

In the best current spots: Alex and Grace. These two aren't exactly working together, but have many trusted allies in this game. Alex has Jason v close and is in good graces with the rest of the tribe. Grace is feeling everyone out and bounces a lot of her ideas off Elyse. I think that Grace has the most unbiased view of all the players in the game and is ready to go the route that is best for her. I think Alex has the best relationships on the tribe. 

In some trouble: Devon - everyone is on to his poker player life (thanks Kristine!) and Jason is already warming up his torch and pitchfork to get Devon out at the first tribal. 

[Admin]

Grace live confessional regarding the challenge tonight...

[michaelbrady]

Torry is absolute gold

[kyle]

General thoughts on random people:

Grace- I may have got the wrong first impression from her video. But she seems to be really connecting well from the tribe.

Alex- He really seems to be laying out a lot of options for him to move forward which can only be good for him at this point. 

Elyse- She seems like she is not gonna hold back in her confessionals. laughing at her morning post about Alex getting on the boat instead of her.

Gabby- WHAT'S UP YOUTUBE FANS. I really hope she stays because she is hilarious and intense in her confessionals. She has so much enthusiasm. Its funny she is telling people to chill when it sounds like she is the one who needs to chill a bit and be less intense. Please pull through this tribal....and not just cause you are my suicide pool pick.

Jason- I really like him and his book club. Are we gunna talk about his lifesize Jeff Probst cut out in his room? A showmance with Grace... we are going to need more deets on this please.

Kristine- this girl is WHACK but I'm here for it. I feel like her confessionals are a puzzle as Im pretty sure they are out of order, so I was piecing together her storyline... but anyway. She is such a mess..and selling out Jason like that so soon to Devon...yikes. Let's hope shes here for the long haul. 


Sam- I feel like this girl's got a good read on things and is in a decent spot. Throwing the first challenge is a intersting strategy seeing as you just met these people but im here for it. Shows confidence in her ability to build relationships. 

Spencer- Like where his head is at. I am really interesting 

Devon- He's a bit cocky but i guess he won immunity so he can be. But i think his tribe sees through him... though Kristine seems to have taken a shine to him which may be his saving grace. 

Kyle- Talking about lying early on and how he does it in real life. I feel like there is a lot of missed potential here if he ends up going but honestly Id rather him then Chioma cause i want to learn more about this detergent eating. 

Torry- Love that she recognizes her "newbieness" was showing. She sees Sam's strategic and social threat which is a big thing to recognize early on. Also love the posture rant. LOL at her keeping a spreadsheet of everyone! Hopefully she doesnt tell people that.