I agree with Aruba that different people have different opinions about idols and other stuff. But stating that puzzles and idols are staples is faulty. A puzzle is a challenge that is a staple from season 1. Idols came into play later to try and make tribal councils more interesting. Then they spiraled out of control. A puzzle is a challenge which is a huge part of the game. Idols are a gimmick, way different. Michel brings up a point about the way they are hidden. It does seem that certain players find them quite easily and quickly. It wouldn't surprise me if they are placed in favorable locations to find which is a joke. Some of the places in recent seasons where they were found you would have to be a ##### idiot not to see them. They take away from the outwit part of the game big time. They should add a 4th criteria: outluck lol. I agree about making fire. If you can't make fire by the end you shouldn't win. That is such a huge part of surviving. I've said for a long time that a final 3 is a waste of time. I propose tweaking after final ic. Whoever wins final immunity chooses among the other 3 who immediately goes home. Then the remaining 2 compete in fire making to see who sits in final tribal. Sounds more compelling than the lame b.s. they have now. Not looking forward to island of idols. Don't even know if I will catch up online. The only thing I'm hoping for is Sandra gets the best of Boston Douchebag.