Adalantado

Every Survivor strives for adalantado, the need to advance or get ahead in the game. Who will rise to the occasion?

EPISODE 1: SURVIVOR SMACKED ME IN THE CHOPS
AIRDATE: September 19, 2012
Medically evacuated veterans Michael Skupin, Jonathan Penner and Russell Swan return to battle for the title of Sole Survivor. Meanwhile, former teen star Lisa Whelchel (“The Facts of Life”) fights to shield her identity from the tribe and, despite his athletic background, former National League MVP Jeff Kent (San Francisco Giants) hits a rough patch early in the game
Immunity: Kalabaw/Tandang
Voted Off: Zane (Matsing)

EPISODE 2: DON'T BE BLINDED BY THE HEADLIGHTS
AIRDATE: September 26, 2012
Former TV teen star Lisa Whelchel reaches her breaking point early in the game, and as temperatures drop, two castaways make a risky choice to keep each other warm
Immunity: Tandang/Kalabaw
Voted Off: Roxy (Matsing)

EPISODE 3: THIS ISN'T A "WE" GAME
AIRDATE: October 3, 2012
An injury prone castaway incurs a fresh battle wound during an intense Immunity Challenge. Meanwhile, a wary castaway considers an unlikely alliance when one tribe member brings an invaluable gift to the table
Immunity: Kalabaw/Tandang
Voted Off: Angie (Matsing)

EPISODE 4: CREATE A LITTLE CHAOS
AIRDATE: October 10, 2012
Fearing that they may be the next to go home, an aspiring Sole Survivor shares a shocking story from their childhood, and in an effort to escape the looming threat of elimination, sets out to find the elusive Immunity Idol
Immunity: Tandang/Kalabaw
Voted Off: Russell (Matsing)

EPISODE 5: GOT MY SWAG BACK
AIRDATE: October 17, 2012
A twist in the game causes a shift in tribe dynamics. Meanwhile, as conditions worsen at camp, one castaway is faced with a game-changing decision
Reward: Tandang
Immunity: Tandang
Voted Off: Dawson (Kalabaw)
Additional Notes: Due to its decimation, Matsing has been dissolved - Malcolm now joins Tandang and Denise joins Kalabaw. Dana (Kalabaw) elects to pull herself out of the game due to severe illness

EPISODE 6: DOWN AND DIRTY
AIRDATE: October 24, 2012
As castaways get down and dirty to battle it out for a fruitful feast, in an unprecedented move, opposing tribes take to the bargaining table to strike a deal mid-challenge
Reward: Kalabaw
Immunity: Tandang
Voted Off: Katie (Kalabaw)

EPISODE 7: NOT THE ONLY ACTOR ON THIS ISLAND
AIRDATE: October 31, 2012
After Tandang and Kalabaw tribes merge, castaways scramble to solidify their numbers and rank in the new tribe. Meanwhile, Lisa Whelchel is confronted on her past as a former TV teen star
Immunity: Denise and Carter (Jonathan plays the Kalabaw idol and is also immune)
Jury #1: RC

EPISODE 8: DEAD MAN WALKING
AIRDATE: November 7, 2012
In one of the most complicated and entertaining Tribal Councils ever, a brutally honest conversation leads to surprising revelations
Reward: Denise/Jeff/Jonathan/Lisa/Malcolm
Immunity: Jonathan
Jury #2: Jeff

EPISODE 9: LITTLE MISS PERFECT
AIRDATE: November 14, 2012
A priceless reward proves to be a life-changing experience for some Survivors, and an original alliance is tested while an unlikely friendship threatens to sway the game
Reward: Carter/Denise/Jonathan/Malcolm
Immunity: Michael
Jury #3: Artis

EPISODE 10: WHINERS ARE WIENERS
AIRDATE: November 21, 2012
Castaways compete for a luxurious spa getaway and tempers flare when one castaway returns with a full belly and a bitter attitude
Reward: Abi/Carter/Malcolm/Pete
Immunity: Carter (Abi plays the Tandang idol and is also immune)
Jury #4: Pete

EPISODE 11: HELL HATH FROZEN OVER
AIRDATE: November 28, 2012
Castaways exhaust their funds on tasty rewards while one generous castaway makes two bids for his tribemates during the hearty food auction
Reward: Everyone
Immunity: Abi
Jury #5: Jonathan

EPISODE 12: SHOT INTO SMITHEREENS
AIRDATE: December 5, 2012
During an emotional family reunion, an exciting reward challenge enables castaways to join forces with their loved ones. Meanwhile, at a secret meeting, an alliance devises a plan to get rid of their biggest threat
Reward: Malcolm
Immunity: Malcolm
Jury #6: Carter

EPISODE 13: GOUGE MY EYES OUT
AIRDATE: December 12, 2012
The million-dollar prize and title of Sole Survivor is within reach for one of the five remaining castaways. Meanwhile, a few castaways strike a final three deal while aboard a moving ship far from their fellow tribemates
Reward: Michael
Immunity: Malcolm
Jury #7: Abi

EPISODE 14: MILLION DOLLAR QUESTION
AIRDATE: December 16, 2012
The final four survivors scramble to secure their place at the final Tribal Council. Meanwhile, a crucial reward challenge allows castaways to compete for a highly coveted advantage
Reward: Malcolm
Immunity: Michael
Jury #8: Malcolm
Co-Runner Up: Lisa/Michael
Winner: Denise

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