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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 8, 2012 5:43:18 GMT -5
 This is unbelievable, I made it all the way to the Final 2! I'm so excited right now, but also very nervous for what people are going to say. I guess people may be bitter and angry, which I find unnecessary since I worked so hard to get here. I'll see though, I shouldn't take that stuff personal, I'm just... really scared though. I think I'll have a decent shot at winning, but I'm also very aware of the fact that YauMan played an amazing game. He was super social and was a master at getting people to do what Trinity wanted. That's what my game was lacking, plus I didn't have a very clear strategy or vision. I gotta work on that and show that playing non-aggressive can be a good strategy too. |
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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 8, 2012 6:37:21 GMT -5
Putting my opening statement here so I can edit.  Hey guys, How are you all doing? Wow here we are, Final Tribal Council. I had a great time playing this game with you all and getting to know you all. I'm thrilled to be here and to sit next to YauMan, who's been a great ally and friend during the game. Coming into this game, no one really knew what to expect. The huge tribe made strategizing and forming alliances really difficult, so I chose to take things round by round and just be as social as possible. I talked to each and every player in this game (except for Colton and Sash) and tried to get to know everyone a little bit better, without aggressively trying to form alliances. During the first couple of rounds my goal was to see who I could trust and to make people trust me. I gave my all in the challenges, and after winning two in a row I lost the third. That's when it became obvious to me that Jen and YauMan were doing a lot of work to keep me safe and to keep me in the loop when I missed group chats during the evenings when I couldn't be on. That's also when, in my mind, the threesome Trinity consisting of Jen, YauMan, and myself was taking shape. At the same time I had a strong bond with Penner, and some looser ties with others like Angie, Shawna, Kenny, and Courtney. I felt that they were the ones who wouldn't go after me once I lost immunity in the pre-merge stage. Trinity did a lot of discussing and planning together, and all three of us worked hard to get us so far. I was the strong force in challenges, keeping immunity out of other people's hands, YauMan had a lot of connections and tried to steer people away from voting Jen or myself, and Jen did a lot of strategizing and got her hands dirty at times. We had each others backs and usually told each other everything, that is, almost everything. One thing I kept for myself was my close bond with Penner that lasted until like Final 8. I never intended on having multiple things going on at the same time, but Penner, YauMan, and Jen all made me feel part of their games in their own way. I kept both options open for as long as possible, I cared a lot for both parties, and I never really wanted to make a choice. However, the auction and me using a vote nullifier caused some friction between Penner and myself. In that same round YauMan had ensured me that he was going to take me to the Final 2, and I knew for a fact that he was going to stick with that. I ultimately chose YauMan's side, and with our Final 2 deal I've always had some extra security going into the Final 7/6/5 rounds when I wasn't immune. Summarizing, I'd like to point out that I wasn't just safe because of my challenge wins. I also had very strong bonds with people and I put my faith in the people who would keep me in the game whenever I would lose immunity. I fought really hard in challenges, but never relied just on challenges. It paid off, and now I'm here, looking forward to your questions and comments. Last but not least, a HUGE thanks to Amanda, Parvati, DD, and Erik for hosting this amazing game. It's been the best ORG experience I've had and I enjoyed every bit of it. Special thanks to Erik for introducing me to this series a while ago <3  Anthony |
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Post by Amanda Kimmel on May 8, 2012 9:32:18 GMT -5
Aww that last part means a lot. Thanks <3 It's those things that keep me going, y'know? When the stupids and Angie types discourage you... it's always good to know someone enjoyed it. Again, thank you. I'm glad you played and I will be happy to have you back for All-stars |
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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 9, 2012 9:36:32 GMT -5
So let's see... this is what YauMan says...
I know this sounds bad and I dont doubt its true but I never once remember saying final 2 with Anthony. I know we always talked of going to the end together but I mostly asserted that to the Trinity and final 3. I made a final 4 deal with Shawna and talked bout how at that point something could happen, The first final 2 deal I truly felt I made was with Courtney. I sincerely and though I love Anthony to death would have taken her to honor my word to her if I had won the final challenge. With Jen it was the same for me, I didn't feel until the same night Courtney asked me about finals and I told her EVERYTHING bout Trinity (she claimed she had been warned by you that there was an alliance there and you were right). Jen then made a statement right after I told her Courtney asked along the lines of wanna go to final 2 together. Talk about being in an awkward position. The round Jen left, I left the decision ultimately up to Anthony, because for me it was like choosing between two final 2 partners, and I didn't want to do it.
This is what I'm finding in my conversations. He never said the words Final 2 deal (like Trinity was never called alliance either), but he did make me think that he would take me:
YauMan (9:37:25): I think she flips around
YauMan (9:37:28): with what she wants
YauMan (9:37:31): she asked me for a final 2
Anthony Robinson (9:37:35): wow ok
YauMan (9:37:48): her and Jen in the same 30 second period actually
YauMan (9:37:54): she brought up that yo make finals you auto win
Anthony Robinson (9:38:10): I told her I don't trust Jen (just to see if she would change her plans on the spot if I said that haha)
Anthony Robinson (9:38:34): haha lol
YauMan (9:39:37): i did the same thing I was like ya we will have to deal with Anthony later, sitting here going fuck that shit lol
YauMan (9:39:43): Id send Jen home before you
Anthony Robinson (9:39:53): Same, a 100%
Anthony Robinson (9:40:11): <333333 :-)
YauMan (9:40:17): espeically since when I talked to Jen she had the same ealization as courtney that you would win
YauMan (9:40:23): I play to play with the best your deemed th best
Anthony Robinson (21:09:32): and next round I have my idol and we have your prize
Anthony Robinson (21:09:47): plus both Shawna and Courtney claim they're with us
YauMan (21:10:03): yeah courtney thinks were final 2
YauMan (21:10:10): so hopefully Brenda stays outta her head
YauMan (9:51:13): next week gonna blow but you wer ethe first I a ve my word to and will be the one I keep
Anthony Robinson (9:51:36): ok awesome <3
Anthony Robinson (9:51:49): same for me
YauMan (9:52:06): Yau Smurf and Cute Chcolat efor the win
Anthony Robinson (22:35:49): so next round Shawna, I'm thinking; hbu?
YauMan (22:36:10): id like the four to be you me courtney Jen, if Shanwa is immune then chosing between Courtney and Jen
Anthony Robinson (22:36:29): well we stick with the trinity no?
YauMan (22:37:09): Yes as long as Jen doesnèt try to get me to vote you. Trinity is solid as long as there is trust. she hints at voting you out and going to final 2. I get that if its final 2 then one of us has to drop out, but it happening anytime before final three is NOT acceptable
Anthony Robinson (22:37:30): agreed.
Anthony Robinson (22:37:40): and it's gonna be painful to vote Courtney out
Anthony Robinson (22:37:51): but it has to be done if we stick together
YauMan (22:38:17): I will vote out courtney to be loyal to the trinity as long as Jen doesnèt bring up voting u before her. All under the assumption Shawna is immune
YauMan (23:55:38): I think any one left out of court you me jen would make great competitors in a finale
Anthony Robinson (23:56:08): yeah I think so too, I think we all played a very good game so I don't think Jen should be worried about that honestly
YauMan (23:56:40): thats just how the person behind jens character operates
Anthony Robinson (23:56:54): she should be worried about me taking you, but she will take you over me as well and I'm not bothered by it
YauMan (23:57:57): Id take you before her. It just comes down to some of the things she did this game that morally didn't sit right next to me and u have neer been disloyal or against what we stood for htis entire game
Anthony Robinson (23:58:56): hmm yeah but some of the villainous stuff she did benefitted us too
YauMan (23:59:15): her story still sits badly with me
You don't tell someone about your Final 2 deals if you plan to take that person to the Final 2, right?
If Final 3 = Jen, YauMan, Anthony, and you take me over Jen, then you're saying you're taking that person to Final 2 no?
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He's sucking up to Shawna too, well...
Anthony Robinson (23:17:42): yeah; well, she's going after me while we proposed that Final 4 without Courtney to her
Anthony Robinson (23:18:10): that makes it easier imo
YauMan (23:18:24): The moment I heard she wanted you out my loyalties to her died. Courtney has no problem with you or I so I am pro Courtney
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I'll look on my laptop to see if there's more... but yeah, YauMan did make me think he would take me to the Final 2. |
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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 9, 2012 9:59:11 GMT -5
I actually feel kinda played now  I mean, he really tried to make me believe that it was him and me in the end, but it's starting to look like he's made all his decisions just to make sure it's him and Courtney. That's kind of odd, why would he tell me like two or three times about Courtney thinking they have a Final 2 deal? Oh well... he played me really well, that's all I can say actually. He played me well. |
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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 10, 2012 7:43:06 GMT -5
Do we answer Brenda's bathroom question? It's her sixth so?
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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 12, 2012 15:53:55 GMT -5
Ah this was more what I was expecting. It really gets the fun out of this whole thing, I just can't really deal with it. I skimmed over it on my phone and won't be back home until tomorrow. Then I will decide whether or not I'm going to respond (if he allows me to) or just gonna call it a day. I know how hard I fought for this and I will be proud of what I did regardless.
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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 14, 2012 8:03:30 GMT -5
Okay, I removed all my answers from this thread, just to clean up a bit. No need to have all my answers in here when they are in the FTC threads as well I think we're pretty much done with this and I'm happy that FTC is almost over. I have tried my very best to explain everything that I've done, and I believe that I have done the best job I can. I couldn't have done it any better. I loved bitching at Penner, and he may not read what I said, but it felt great writing that stuff. I hope to never ever meet him again. I get all the bitter acting and stuff, but he shouldn't get in with my free time and stuff. That's none of his business and really pissed me off. It did make me doubt whether I should ever play again. That was not a lie. I feel like this vote is going to be a 9-0 vote for YauMan to win the game. Maybe 8-1, but most likely 9-0. I dunno, I just have that feeling. YauMan is such a sweetheart, and he would fully deserve each and every vote for the game that he has played. He has a certain magic about him that I have not. We talked for a bit, just to sort things out, and he didn't play me. He was just being open and honest, and I appreciate that. I will walk out of here with my head held high, and I'm looking forward to talk to each and every one of those people (except for one) when the game is finished. |
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Post by Amanda Kimmel on May 14, 2012 11:29:53 GMT -5
One, the jury was unfortunately cut to seven. Two, you mean all but two people. Penner and BANNEDgie. Three, who do you think you could get votes from, if anyone? Four... I really want you to play in All-stars. You know that. I don't want to have too many people declining... so just give it time. All-stars isn't for over two weeks |
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Post by Anthony Robinson on May 14, 2012 12:13:38 GMT -5
Right, the jury was cut to seven, lol. 7-0 or 6-1 then
Yes everyone except Penner and that troll
Uhm... maybe Kenny, he's a challenge whore too, so he may be more inclined to vote me than others. I expect Jen and Courtney to vote for YauMan based on the relationship they've had. Brenda will vote for her arch enemy. Penner will vote YauMan (and I seriously would choke if I'd get his vote). Shawna and Chelsea are wild cards for me, but I think they're more leaning towards YauMan. I don't think I did a bad job in answering their questions, but with Penner campaigning against me they may be convinced that I didn't play the game or something, idk. I don't expect to win, but it's all good, and I know that 6 out of 7 jurors may actually appreciate my game.
Yeah... I get that, and I'd love to play; I wanna play more than anything. I'm in between finishing something from my previous job and searching for a new job, and this game has taking it's toll on finishing the first thing. I need to work on my time management and get stuff finished. If I play, then I will have less time for stuff, but I'd still love to play. I will give it time, and I'll try to figure out if Penner is returning Comparing styles of confessionals, stuff like that |
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I mean, he really tried to make me believe that it was him and me in the end, but it's starting to look like he's made all his decisions just to make sure it's him and Courtney. That's kind of odd, why would he tell me like two or three times about Courtney thinking they have a Final 2 deal? Oh well... he played me really well, that's all I can say actually. He played me well.