Penner's Scrutiny

[Jonathan Penner]

This is where I will analyze and critique my fellow cast mates.

I will talk about who I have encountered and how I feel about them.

I am fairly uncertain on how much I will update this. Could be from round to round (which is what I will aim to do) or it could be every few rounds.

Only time will tell. (THEME)

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[Jonathan Penner]

Alright! I have talked to some more people so I'd like to get this thing on the road!!
(Disclaimer- I will edit it as the round goes on and add more people I've interacted with as well as relay more information on others I have previously written about.)

Round 1- 18 Contestants

Alicia- Nice girl, surprisingly. I figured she would play her character well. In fact, that could still happen. I don't take anyone's actions in the pre-game at face value as most people will try to conceal themselves. I'm skeptical of her because of her character choice, but maybe I shouldn't let that be a factor at this moment. She's given me no reasons to doubt her at this point in time so I will keep her neutral.

Anthony- I have touched on him a bit, but I will reproduce my thoughts. He seems like a nice guy; I enjoy talking to him. He's easy to speak with and seems very excited for the game. We'll see if this leads anywhere but I can imagine myself working closely with him.

Brenda- She didn't seem so interested in speaking. I don't enjoy people who can't hold a single conversation. Or if you will be going away from your computer, just say so, I will understand.

Brianna- Only chatted with her briefly, but she seems kind. We didn't talk any game, only found out small things about her. I'll need to chat with her more before I can make any major judgments on her.

Colton- I figured someone who signs up as Colton would be similar to him...not the case with this guy. I do not know if he'll survive more than a few rounds. Doesn't talk, short responses, completely boring.

Courtney- Not a bad conversationalist, but her screen name threw me for a loop a bit. Didn't know if she was making fun of it in a sarcastic way or maybe she is autistic and is supporting it or owning it. I decided not to dig into it because I honestly don't care at the moment. It's irrelevant to the game and, if it happens to be a touchy subject, could lead to a bad road. Better left alone. She seems to talk until she gets the answer she needs, then she stops. Going to keep an eye on her. Seems she has already talked with a lot of people about the game and strategies.

Crystal- Very bizarre. Not sure what to say about her. She is an odd conversationalist, but that is better than half the others I have talked with. Assuming she leaves this round, whatever I have to say about her doesn't matter at this point.

Jen- Can't keep a conversation. Hasn't been worth my time.

Michael- Haven't had a formal conversation with him. Apparently he's spreading lies about my actions already so he is on my radar. I will definitely be confronting him about this.

Hatch- Really like this guy already. He is easy-going and nice to talk with. Talked slight game with him, but we seem to be thinking on similar paths which is nice. I see myself working with him in the future.

Yau Man- To sum it up in 3 adjectives: weird, uncomfortable, talkative.

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[Jonathan Penner]

Edited.

[Amanda Kimmel]

To clarify: Courtney's screen name is what it is because her son has autism. She's very open about that.


Looks like Anthony and Richard are potential allies? You still plan on avoiding using that word?

[Jonathan Penner]

Well then that is very sweet of her. I just didn't know how touchy the subject would be so I didn't want to bring it up. I will have to ask her about that sometime.

And both are potential allies. I would say mine and Anthony's is an unspoken one at the moment. Once I get to know them on better levels that word might seep through my lips.

Only Time Will Tell.

[Jonathan Penner]

Round 2- 16 Contestants:

Ace: I've got around to talking to this fellow and I have to say, I am enjoying him. He's a good talker-- good conversationalist. It's what I look for in a game like this and he's ten times better than half this cast. I'm slowly building with him and I do hope it turns into something. We are similar from what I have seen so far and I can only hope we will eventually trust each other.

Alicia- Have had no further contact with her from round 1.

Angie: Angie who? Don't know how this girl keeps escaping the block. Has people doing deeds for her. Well, after this round she can go home; there won't be anything to save her after this.

Anthony- My relationship with him continues to grow. But I realize he is a talkative guy, nice, smart, and strong and he is slowly becoming a threat to my game. But I figure it is only best to stick with him. He'll soon have many allies across the board I presume and I will have to keep an eye on those.

Brenda- No further contact.

Brianna- Try to chat with her but conversations die quickly. I haven't talked much game with her, maybe that's why. In particular I don't think she'll play into my plans very much but that could all change soon.

Chelsea: Really, really like this girl. She's fun and funny and we have great chats. I have made an alliance with her and I think it will be very fruitful and interesting. I can't wait to see it play out. I want to keep it as much under wraps as possible and I want her first and foremost thinking I'm in her back pocket. Nothing gives a girl bigger pleasure than thinking they have a man right where they want them. She is strong and social and everything I'd look for in an ally. I think we can go far together.

Colton- No further contact because he feels the need to either be offline, or be away and let people know he is playing xbox.

Courtney- Haven't seen her since last round.

Jen- I like her; she's endearing. Need more time to speak with her though, but we got in a chat to figure out the vote and we worked fine together. We could be potential allies, but too early to tell right now.

Kenny: Had my first contact with this guy. Not as bad as I had heard, but not living up to any expectations. I think he's a solid contender in the game, but maybe a little too under the radar at the moment. I need to get more from him to get a complete read.

Michael- This guy. If all goes according to plan he will be gone. He is a snake, but his social and strategic game are far off. I don't understand his logic. I'm not sure if he just isn't aware he is giving so much away, but everyone is catching onto his crap and pretty soon it will be flung in his face.

Hatch- Liking this guy a bit more, but he seems to try and stay in majority and not make people upset. He's definitely a follower and I only hope I can get him to be mine. Someone I trust and I hope he's building trust in me as well.

Shawna: Just waiting for her to get removed. Worthless.

Yau Man- This guy is weird. I don't enjoy him personally-- how he talks, what he says-- it's all weird to me. But he seems to be making friends rapidly and I need to get on board with this guy. Maybe I'll learn to like his humor, but being called hun by someone playing Yau Man isn't particularly enticing.

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