Survivor FOFC Question of the day (28 Feb)

stkelly52 · 02-27-2003, 09:40 PM

In yesterday's challenge, ardent enthusiast "tricked" Schmidty into helping out the Dolamites. This may have helped Schmidty come within one vote of being eliminated.
The question is, do you think that ardent did this on purpose, and, if so, was it ethical?

Poli · 02-27-2003, 09:41 PM

Am I allowed to answer?

McSweeny · 02-27-2003, 09:41 PM

i don't think there was much trickery going on yesterday. This is a message board, people discuss things. Schmidty is still around. It's all good

McSweeny · 02-27-2003, 09:44 PM

though i would be curious to hear your take on it ardent

vex · 02-27-2003, 09:49 PM

Ardent was just being a team player

And yes, I think it was very ethical. This is Survivor, anything goes.

Poli · 02-27-2003, 09:50 PM

I'll wait to answer until I hear from our host, stkelly.

Marmel · 02-27-2003, 09:54 PM

I thought it was brilliant.

Blade · 02-27-2003, 10:30 PM

While it was against us...this is survivor...anything goes...

John Galt · 02-27-2003, 10:36 PM

Jedi mind tricks should not only be allowed; they should be encouraged. These are not the droids you are looking for.

Draft Dodger · 02-27-2003, 10:36 PM

maybe Schmidty was dreaming about his wife when he started dry-humping Ardent's leg?

Swaggs · 02-27-2003, 10:39 PM

Agreed. Nothing unethical about it at all.

SplitPersonality1 · 02-27-2003, 10:44 PM

Unethical? Bah. This is Survivor. Anything goes within the rules.

I'm just glad that ardent is on our side

Poli · 02-27-2003, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by stkelly52
In yesterday's challenge, ardent enthusiast "tricked" Schmidty into helping out the Dolamites. This may have helped Schmidty come within one vote of being eliminated.
The question is, do you think that ardent did this on purpose, and, if so, was it ethical?

OK, here's my side of the story.

It's true, I did "trick" Schmidty into helping us.

I think in a FOFC Survivor game, you have to stick to your guns. Every contestant in the DH tribe could have posted the worst Tennessee football comments ever, they could have posted the best topic ever, or they could have posted some bad things about me in general, and I wouldn't have answered until someone won. Not Coffee Warlord, not heybrad.

There's no way in the world I'm going to help another tribe win immunity, and I'm shocked that someone on the DH tribe did post in ours. Good for us! Dolamites rule.

Yeah, I tricked him. He said Rushmore was his favorite movie. It's not my fault he posted there in the first place. It is my fault he posted twice. But then again, he didn't have to answer. He should have realized what he was doing.

Was it ethical? All is fair in Survivor. The tactics were available for both tribes. I replied to our threads to encourage reaction. Was that wrong, was that ethical? Sure it was ethical.

Poli · 02-27-2003, 10:59 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SplitPersonality1
Unethical? Bah. This is Survivor. Anything goes within the rules.

I'm just glad that ardent is on our side

I'm proud to be a dolamite and I'm glad I'm on your side as well!

Draft Dodger · 02-27-2003, 11:05 PM

he posted in Marmel's thread too...

McSweeny · 02-27-2003, 11:06 PM

yes he's our double-agent

Schmidty · 02-27-2003, 11:23 PM

I totally screwed up yesterday not because I was tricked, but because I was having a busy day and wasn't paying attention well enough. That was my bad, and I apologize to my teammates for that. I'll make sure it doesn't happen again.

I have a request for stkelly. Could we please have a set time for when the immunity challenge will take place? Life is crazy right now, and I just don't have time to keep refreshing the screen. I really don't want to miss another challenge because of schedule problems.

Thanks.

Kodos · 02-27-2003, 11:27 PM

I think part of Survivor is having unexpected things arise. Scheduled times does not seem to fit with that.

I also see nothing wrong with what Ardent did. I know I tried to help my fellow tribe member's threads by replying.

When I think about Ardent, I think: The Force is strong in this one.

Schmidty · 02-27-2003, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Kodos
I think part of Survivor is having unexpected things arise. Scheduled times does not seem to fit with that.

I also see nothing wrong with what Ardent did. I know I tried to help my fellow tribe member's threads by replying.

When I think about Ardent, I think: The Force is strong in this one.

Why not? On the actual show, challenges and tribal councel are at the same set time. The real challenge shouldn't be "How long can I camp out in front of the computer?", it should be "How am I going to do on this challenge?".

Poli · 02-27-2003, 11:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Kodos
I think part of Survivor is having unexpected things arise. Scheduled times does not seem to fit with that.

I also see nothing wrong with what Ardent did. I know I tried to help my fellow tribe member's threads by replying.

When I think about Ardent, I think: The Force is strong in this one.

I amaze myself, daily.

stkelly52 · 02-27-2003, 11:46 PM

I plan on doing a variety of things. There actually are going to be some challenges that I tell everyone when to meet and others when it will come like a theif in the night. This challenge I felt could be done randomly because it could be fullfilled by just 3 tribe members. There will be some where most of the tribe must get involved where speed is everything, and on those I will let you know when.

JeeberD · 02-27-2003, 11:47 PM

Nothing wrong with a little trickery. As many others have said above, anything goes. If I ever get a chance to trick a Dolamite you better believe that I'll jump at it...

Poli · 02-27-2003, 11:49 PM

Trick a dolamite? Never!

Kodos · 02-27-2003, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by JeeberD
Nothing wrong with a little trickery. As many others have said above, anything goes. If I ever get a chance to trick a Dolamite you better believe that I'll jump at it...

Trick a Dolamite? Inconceivable!

Poli · 02-27-2003, 11:53 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by stkelly52
I plan on doing a variety of things. There actually are going to be some challenges that I tell everyone when to meet and others when it will come like a theif in the night. This challenge I felt could be done randomly because it could be fullfilled by just 3 tribe members. There will be some where most of the tribe must get involved where speed is everything, and on those I will let you know when.

I can see it now

US NAVY SHIP SINKS BECAUSE ARDENT STAYED ON THE COMPUTER INSTEAD OF DOING HIS JOB.

McSweeny · 02-28-2003, 12:01 AM

hahahaha

the ship may sink, but team dolamite will win

McSweeny · 02-28-2003, 12:02 AM

wooohooo! i cracked the starting lineup! grizzled here i come!

JeeberD · 02-28-2003, 12:03 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Kodos
Trick a Dolamite? Inconceivable!

Oh, we'll just have to wait and see about that...

Radii · 02-28-2003, 09:22 AM

Though its all already been said, not unethical, and hooray for ardent for being able to get someone from the other team to help fill out his thread

The thread I started didn't hit 10 replies until 14-18 hours later, but I was trying to followup to all my team members threads to encourage more discussion too, all's fair in love and Survivor!

heybrad · 02-28-2003, 10:29 AM

I think we are giving the Dolamites too much credit. Its clear Schmidty just didnt know the challenge was taking place. We all talked about it back in camp and we are a united tribe. I guarantee you that when it comes time for the challenge where we eat bugs, Schmidty will be there and he'll eat a big ass cockroach.

SplitPersonality1 · 02-28-2003, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by heybrad
I guarantee you that when it comes time for the challenge where we eat bugs, Schmidty will be there and he'll eat a big ass cockroach.

LOL.

It's even funnier when you read it as: "Schmidty will be there and he'll eat a big ass-cockroach."

Is an ass-cockroach related to a dung beetle?

I really need to get more sleep.

02-27-2003, 09:41 PM	#2
Poli FOFC Survivor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Wentzville, MO	Am I allowed to answer? __________________ Cheer for a walk on quarterback! Ardent leads the Vols in the dynasty forum.

02-27-2003, 09:50 PM	#6
Poli FOFC Survivor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Wentzville, MO	I'll wait to answer until I hear from our host, stkelly. __________________ Cheer for a walk on quarterback! Ardent leads the Vols in the dynasty forum.

02-27-2003, 09:54 PM	#7
Marmel Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Manchester, CT	I thought it was brilliant. __________________ 81-78 Cincinnati basketball writer P. Daugherty, "Connor Barwin playing several minutes against Syracuse is like kids with slingshots taking down Caesar's legions."

02-27-2003, 10:30 PM	#8
Blade College Prospect Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Edmonton, Alberta	While it was against us...this is survivor...anything goes... __________________ Just trying to get by unnoticed... Loyal fan of the Edmonton Oilers and Philadelphia Eagles.

02-27-2003, 10:36 PM	#9
John Galt Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Internets	Jedi mind tricks should not only be allowed; they should be encouraged. These are not the droids you are looking for. __________________ I do mind, the Dude minds. This will not stand, ya know, this aggression will not stand, man. - The Dude

02-27-2003, 09:41 PM	#3
McSweeny College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Somerville, MA	i don't think there was much trickery going on yesterday. This is a message board, people discuss things. Schmidty is still around. It's all good

02-27-2003, 09:44 PM	#4
McSweeny College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Somerville, MA	though i would be curious to hear your take on it ardent

02-27-2003, 09:49 PM	#5
vex Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Tulsa	Ardent was just being a team player And yes, I think it was very ethical. This is Survivor, anything goes.

02-27-2003, 10:36 PM	#10
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	maybe Schmidty was dreaming about his wife when he started dry-humping Ardent's leg? __________________ Mile High Hockey

02-27-2003, 10:39 PM	#11
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	Agreed. Nothing unethical about it at all. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

02-27-2003, 10:44 PM	#12
SplitPersonality1 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Grafton, WI	Unethical? Bah. This is Survivor. Anything goes within the rules. I'm just glad that ardent is on our side

02-27-2003, 11:05 PM	#15
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	he posted in Marmel's thread too... __________________ Mile High Hockey

02-27-2003, 11:06 PM	#16
McSweeny College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Somerville, MA	yes he's our double-agent

02-27-2003, 11:23 PM	#17
Schmidty Coordinator Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Early, TX	I totally screwed up yesterday not because I was tricked, but because I was having a busy day and wasn't paying attention well enough. That was my bad, and I apologize to my teammates for that. I'll make sure it doesn't happen again. I have a request for stkelly. Could we please have a set time for when the immunity challenge will take place? Life is crazy right now, and I just don't have time to keep refreshing the screen. I really don't want to miss another challenge because of schedule problems. Thanks. __________________ Just beat the devil out of it!!! - Bob Ross

02-27-2003, 11:27 PM	#18
Kodos Resident Alien Join Date: Jun 2001	I think part of Survivor is having unexpected things arise. Scheduled times does not seem to fit with that. I also see nothing wrong with what Ardent did. I know I tried to help my fellow tribe member's threads by replying. When I think about Ardent, I think: The Force is strong in this one.

02-27-2003, 11:46 PM	#21
stkelly52 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Seattle WA	I plan on doing a variety of things. There actually are going to be some challenges that I tell everyone when to meet and others when it will come like a theif in the night. This challenge I felt could be done randomly because it could be fullfilled by just 3 tribe members. There will be some where most of the tribe must get involved where speed is everything, and on those I will let you know when. __________________ Check out an undrafted free agent's attempt to make the Hall of Fame: Running to the Hall Now nominated for a Golden Scribe!

02-27-2003, 11:47 PM	#22
JeeberD General Manager Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Town of Flower Mound	Nothing wrong with a little trickery. As many others have said above, anything goes. If I ever get a chance to trick a Dolamite you better believe that I'll jump at it... __________________ UTEP Miners!!! I solemnly swear to never cheer for TO

02-27-2003, 11:49 PM	#23
Poli FOFC Survivor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Wentzville, MO	Trick a dolamite? Never! __________________ Cheer for a walk on quarterback! Ardent leads the Vols in the dynasty forum.

02-28-2003, 12:01 AM	#26
McSweeny College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Somerville, MA	hahahaha the ship may sink, but team dolamite will win

02-28-2003, 12:02 AM	#27
McSweeny College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Somerville, MA	wooohooo! i cracked the starting lineup! grizzled here i come!

02-28-2003, 09:22 AM	#29
Radii Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	Though its all already been said, not unethical, and hooray for ardent for being able to get someone from the other team to help fill out his thread The thread I started didn't hit 10 replies until 14-18 hours later, but I was trying to followup to all my team members threads to encourage more discussion too, all's fair in love and Survivor!

02-28-2003, 10:29 AM	#30
heybrad Norm!!! Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Manassas, VA	I think we are giving the Dolamites too much credit. Its clear Schmidty just didnt know the challenge was taking place. We all talked about it back in camp and we are a united tribe. I guarantee you that when it comes time for the challenge where we eat bugs, Schmidty will be there and he'll eat a big ass cockroach.

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