In a masterful feat of perseverance and strategy, Mary Zheng came out of Tribal Council safe.
All thanks to the brilliant mind games she played.
Some castaways take an entire season before they can emerge as a breakout superstar.
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For many castaways, aggressive and offensive play is the best way to make it to the top.
Her mission was to prevent Mary from finding it.
It raises the stakes to move fast, but it complicates the timing element.
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Do they go all in with three votes on Mary?
What if she plays her shot in the dark?
You might be played like a fiddle by the castaway at the bottom.
Mary made Sai sing like a canary.
Sai’s hand was exposed.
Eva Erickson already is a winner on ‘Survivor.’
For Mary to ensure her safety, she had to play her Shot in the Dark.
Now, to Mary as a character.
She’s truly exceptional.
Her confessionals are relatable content.
We, too, hate looking for things.
And she didn’t have to look for that idol!
Her actions make us wish we were her.
Her “committing to the bit” meant a dip in the Fijian ocean.
We’re not jealous at all.
The answer is no.
It makes her exceptional.
Moving forward,Mary is easily the most dangerous player on any tribe.She is a genius of persuasion.
She is acutely aware of her surroundings.
Her lackadaisical approach may seem off-putting to some, but its working to her advantage.
Her subtle scheming makes her a threat.
Shes unassuming physically, yet brilliantly strategic.
With no true ally, Mary can continue to move through this game without a care in the world.
She will be added as a number of alliances that need one extra.
If Mary gets to the end, do not be surprised.
And if she does, its likely due to more masterful mind games.Survivorairs Wednesdays at 8:00pm on CBS.
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