Today we spell "redemption"... R-O-B

As the ever wise Wes Mantooth once said "Today we spell "redemption"... R-O-N." Today's post will be dedicated to one of my favorite Survivor characters Rob Mariano aka Boston Rob. The 22nd season of Survivor kicks off tomorrow night at 8pm. est. This season's name Survivor: Redemption Island is a duality in itself. First, the format for this season is slightly changed. When a contestant is voted off their tribe, instead of leaving the game, they are taken to the area known as Redemption Island. There, they will have to sustain themselves in the same manner as when they were with their tribe, living on limited food and water supplies and shelter. When the next contestant is voted off, they are also sent to Redemption Island, and the two people will face off in a duel challenge. (Sounds strictly athletic to me). The winner remains in the game, living at Redemption Island, while the loser is finally removed from the game. Secondly, two players who have previous experience are both searching for their first win. Russell Hantz, one of the most infamous players of all times, is returning for his third tour, while Boston Rob is returning for his fourth. Both these players have faced off before, both are determined to win, both are there for redemption.

These two players will start the game as major underdogs even though they are seasoned veterans. Why do you ask? Because, all the other cast members already know these two, how they play, and what they stand for in the Survivor franchise. If you disagree, just ask Jimmy Johnson from last season. Even though these two players may seem to be at similar odds, and wish to use this experience to form an alliance, they could not be further odds. They both hate each other, and have had confrontations in seasons past. They will do whatever possible to make sure the other does not win.

This should heat up into a fiery rivalry pending they both make it to the merge. So grab your popcorn, or 12 lbs of UTZs potato chips and tune in for some strictly athletic Survivor action. (If you do not have 12 lbs of UTZs potato chips and would like some, I would suggest asking fellow blogger, Wednesday J. Apparently you save on shipping if you buy 12 lbs.).