Pre-Game Thoughts

People often ask me why I watch Survivor. I am always ready to provide a detailed explanation but I usually find that it works best when you compare your love for the show with the dedication that many people show for sports teams. Ever year it is the same game but the players change. Additionally, both fan relationships are based in love, hope and dedication. No matter how horrible a season may have turned out, true fans continue to come back year after year. This doesn't mean that fans can't be vocal about the show/team's failings. That kind of discourse is certainly encouraged Therefore, it is acceptable for people to gripe while simultaneously loving Survivor.

For me personally, I always get excited for the start of any season especially after a long summer hiatus. Blood vs. Water proves no exception to the rule despite the plethora of twists. Is it Survivor that we will be watching or Jeff Probst's Fantasy Island? In either case, I am appalled that Redemption Island is back but am also a bit pleased by how much they have changed the set up. Besides the fact that people can be leaving the game without getting voted out or that one lucky loser can be voted out four times, I kind of love the absurdity. If the producers want to disrupt the game, they may as well let out all the stops! I'm hoping that some loved-ones will switch at the RI duels just to mix up the tribes a bit. I also have my fingers crossed that this season will be rife with examples of people overplaying the game. I think this cast seems relatively likeable so it should be a fun season to watch.