Ep 12. Villains Have More Fun

In Survivor season 31 episode 12, titled "Villains Have More Fun," the remaining players in the game continue to fight for the million-dollar prize as the end draws near. The episode begins with the aftermath of the previous Tribal Council, where Sarah was blindsided and sent to the jury. The remaining players are quick to start strategizing for the next vote, knowing that every move they make from here on out will be crucial.

Unsurprisingly, the castaways start to get their plotting and scheming on again. One tribe member sets their sights on a big target, making them the beginning of the end in the game. Meanwhile, others suddenly start playing more under-the-radar with the hope of avoiding that same fate.

The reward challenge is a team effort, with the castaways splitting up into two groups of four to race across an obstacle course and collect puzzle pieces before assembling them to create a giant puzzle. The winning group is treated to a helicopter ride to a deserted island where they enjoy a feast, complete with burgers, fries, beer, and brownies. The reward also comes with an advantage in the next immunity challenge, which could be crucial for securing a spot in the Final Four.

As for the immunity challenge, it's a grueling endurance test that requires the remaining players to stand on narrow poles in the water for as long as possible. Despite the harsh conditions and growing fatigue, the tribe members push themselves to the limit in order to win the coveted immunity necklace. Though the challenge looks like it could be anyone's game, one castaway manages to outlast the others and secure a spot in the Final Four.

At Tribal Council, tensions are high as the remaining players weigh their options and consider the potential fallout of each vote. The power struggle between the various alliances and secret partnerships comes to a head as the votes are read one by one. In the end, one castaway is sent packing and left to join the jury, while the others are left to face the final stretch of the game.

Overall, "Villains Have More Fun" is a rollercoaster of an episode that has plenty of twists, turns, and surprises along the way. The challenges tested both physical and mental limits, while the strategic gameplay kept viewers on the edge of their seats. With the end of the season in sight, the remaining castaways will have to pull out all the stops if they want to come out on top and claim the ultimate Survivor title.