Okay, here is the next part:

Gota returns from Tribal Council. Eddie says that it's become clear that the "Cool Kids" are on the outs. They've got to get some allies on their side to stave off the inevitable elimination or hope for a tribal switch.

Meanwhile, Reynold says that they have to convince the others that Shamar's laziness and attitude outweighs his strength. Unfortunately, Eddie is unsure whether or not that will work. But he notes that if the others plan to get rid of the weaker members of the "Cool Kids", at least he and Reynold have some time to survive.

Shamar is wondering if he's going to be able to stick around much longer. He thinks his finger might be infected -- badly. Sherri tries to give him a pep talk and it helps a little bit.

Julia says in a confessional that if Shamar can't stay around any longer, then they have to keep Matt and Michael on their side. Hope also notes in a confessional that the "Cool Kids" might have some hope if Shamar has to leave or if he quits.

Laura is seen talking to Matt and Michael. She reminds them that even if one showmance is broken up, another still is around. They have to break the other one up.

It's Day 8 at Bikal. Andrea and Malcolm are talking. Apparently Brenda had informed them that she was aware they had the Hidden Immunity Idol and wanted to form a Final 5 alliance with them in exchange for the protection of the HII. If Andrea and Malcolm didn't agree, Brenda threatened to reveal the existence of the HII to the whole tribe and have it be flushed out.

Malcolm thinks that their best chance of survival is to agree to the Final 5 alliance. Andrea isn't so sure, as she realizes she and Malcolm are threats in the endgame, but Malcolm reminds her that they have to get to the endgame before they can worry about being threats. Which means they have to make the merge first.

Meanwhile, Dawn is beginning to feel overwhelmed. She's wondering if she can stick around much longer. Cochran tries to give her a pick-me-up and it seems to work. Corinne notes that she has to choose between Cochran and Dawn or Brenda, Erik the Idiot and Francesca. She's leaning towards Cochran and Dawn but thiks that the other three are stronger overall.

It's time for a Reward Challenge! It's out on the water. There is a procession of colored platforms parked out in the water. Bikal enters first and waits.

Jeff Probst: Come on in, guys! (Gota enters.) Bikal is getting a good look at the new Gota tribe. Allie voted out in the next Tribal Cuncil. (The Faves look slightly surprised but someone is heard saying "Alliances".) Ready to get to today's Reward Challenge?

Everyone agrees.

Probst: Here is how it will work. Two team members will be chosen to go out to the first and second platforms. Then, the team will have to transport them to the third platform. When both are on platform three, the whole tribe swims to platform four which is taller but has a very small standing surface. They have to get the whole tribe up on the platform or above the platform, but not in the water or on the legs of the structure. First tribe to succeed wins. Want to know what you're playing for?

Everyone agrees.

Probst: A local bushman will come to your camp. He will serve as a camp inspector and a mentor on how to live better. He will also bring a chicken and some eggs.

The Fans have to sit someone out and choose Laura. Brenda goes up first for the Faves and Julia for the Fans. Andrea joins Brenda and Hope joins the Fans. The Faves use their hands and knees and are first to platform three. Shamar is using a bad technique and thus they fall behind.

The Faves swim to platform four but Cochran isn't the best swimmer, so this allows the Fans to catch up a bit, but on the final platform:

Probst: Bikal wins Reward! (The Faves all celebrate.) Bikal, your reward is waiting for you at camp. Gota, I have nothing for you. Head back to camp and I'll see you at the next Immunity Challenge!

Bikal heads off, celebrating while Gota heads off full of gloom.

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Okay, the Faves have won the Reward. Now before Immunity, somebody from Gota will be medically evacuated. In the real game, it was Shamar. Will it be him again or will it be someone else? I'll take votes until tomorrow at the earliest and the person with the most votes (or with just one vote) will be gone, so please vote!