I can honestly say...this episode is by far my favorite of the seasons so far. I'm just completely amazed at how easily Evil Russell has managed to completely take over and control his tribe. Everyone there, even the guys...has put their trust into a man who has no problem telling people that they need to be careful about double crossing them because they'll be gone. He pretty much shouts out that he has all the power in the tribe and can control everyone and no one tries to step in and do something about it. The man is amazing...like him or not the ability to jump into a situation with total strangers and then wield the power he has almost immediately is insane!
If he makes it to the merge...I don't see that stopping him at all. I bet the 90210 clique on Galu is just as easily manipulated as Foa Foa is. I can see Russell getting in there, breaking up that tribe alliance and taking out the strong players. Then with the help of Shambo, he'll pick off the 90210 group and then use his original tribe to get rid of Shambo and Jaison. After that he'll get rid of Mick (is that the guy's name on Foa Foa? The quiet one in the background?) because he'll just be too likable. I don't have a doubt in my mind at the moment that he can force his way into the final 2 with Natalie and take this entire damn game.
Also...I love how gradually I've gone from supporting Galu to Foa Foa...even with Russell being there. I think he's found a way to manipulate me into liking him. I'm impressed.  |