The Challenge: Free Agents - Love in the Fast Lane

Assuming off of the title, this is going to be the car racing mission. Going to be interesting to see how the voting dynamic goes when it's a pair(?) picking the elimination players instead of half the house voting.

[QUOTE=Livewitpeace;403331]Totally! I just wanna see how they are partnered up.[/QUOTE] Same. If I remember correctly from the teaser, it looked like Dustin and Nany were in the same car, so if that is the case, I would guess it would be the Duel "pick your own partner" style.

[QUOTE=EstimatedRoa;403334]Same. If I remember correctly from the teaser, it looked like Dustin and Nany were in the same car, so if that is the case, I would guess it would be the Duel "pick your own partner" style.[/QUOTE] There was a sneakpeak that revealed two more teams as well. Can't say I would've thought of those two paired up willingly but who knows

[QUOTE=auldx;403336]There was a sneakpeak that revealed two more teams as well. Can't say I would've thought of those two paired up willingly but who knows[/QUOTE] Oh, never saw. Maybe it's like the first mission, randomly selected people can pick partners or just random all together.

[QUOTE=EstimatedRoa;403339]Oh, never saw. Maybe it's like the first mission, randomly selected people can pick partners or just random all together.[/QUOTE] [url=http://www.zap2it.com/blogs/the_challenge_sneak_peek_watch_frank_and_ct_struggle_with_driving_stick_shift-2014-04]'The Challenge' sneak peek: Watch Frank and CT struggle with driving stick shift - Zap2it[/url] if you want to see.

I am more excited to see how the order for each team is going to be select it, every season the winning team of the prior mission select the order of everyone.

Emilee's run though...

Hi, I'm just registered today and I'm pumped for tonights episode. I've been following Vevmo a couple of years and after watching years of the Challenge there's something I want to say: Am I the only person who hates the "rookies have to pay their dues" excuse? It gives any contestant with the vet label a sense of entitlement; thiking that if their name comes up for possible elimination it's a freaking crime but if it's a rookie it all good, the rookies rarely stand up for themselves and kiss *** (which is why Battle of the Seasons 2 is my favorite season, loved the rookie revolution!), and it usually leads to the same people to the finals which makes it boring to watch. The reason I keep watching is because I hope for another BOTS2 where the rookies won't take the veterans BS.

I'm excited for this episode, lots of drama to expect. I think the winning team, Nia's team, are choosing their partners right? Ct > Emilee Nia > Frank Swift > Theresa Nany > Dustin The rest pick Jordan Laurel Preston Devyn Bananas Johnny Jessica Jasmine Cohutta

[QUOTE=TKW92;403360]Hi, I'm just registered today and I'm pumped for tonights episode. I've been following Vevmo a couple of years and after watching years of the Challenge there's something I want to say: Am I the only person who hates the "rookies have to pay their dues" excuse? It gives any contestant with the vet label a sense of entitlement; thiking that if their name comes up for possible elimination it's a freaking crime but if it's a rookie it all good, the rookies rarely stand up for themselves and kiss *** (which is why Battle of the Seasons 2 is my favorite season, loved the rookie revolution!), and it usually leads to the same people to the finals which makes it boring to watch. The reason I keep watching is because I hope for another BOTS2 where the rookies won't take the veterans BS.[/QUOTE] Welcome. I joined a couple months ago myself. You should listen to Jemmye's interview on the Bus Drivers Route and she kinda went over this. Throwing in the Rookies early makes sense because it's just an excuse to send people into the elimination. Over time these guys become friends and while it makes sense to do a power move and throw in Camilla over Latoya on paper, these guys are friends and just throw someone in they met a couple days ago, instead of someone they've known for a couple years.

[QUOTE=EstimatedRoa;403362]Welcome. I joined a couple months ago myself. You should listen to Jemmye's interview on the Bus Drivers Route and she kinda went over this. Throwing in the Rookies early makes sense because it's just an excuse to send people into the elimination. Over time these guys become friends and while it makes sense to do a power move and throw in Camilla over Latoya on paper, these guys are friends and just throw someone in they met a couple days ago, instead of someone they've known for a couple years.[/QUOTE] I understand making allies and easy choices, but that kind of strategy only makes sense for the vets because "rookies first" is an excuse so they can keep getting money. Besides who wants to go to the finals competing against players who had played the game 8-9 times? If you truly want to maximize your success you take out the stronger players early game so if you do manage to see yourself in a elimination round or the final challenge you don't have to worry about facing vets like CT, Bananas or Theresa.

[QUOTE=TKW92;403360]Hi, I'm just registered today and I'm pumped for tonights episode. I've been following Vevmo a couple of years and after watching years of the Challenge there's something I want to say: Am I the only person who hates the "rookies have to pay their dues" excuse? It gives any contestant with the vet label a sense of entitlement; thiking that if their name comes up for possible elimination it's a freaking crime but if it's a rookie it all good, the rookies rarely stand up for themselves and kiss *** (which is why Battle of the Seasons 2 is my favorite season, loved the rookie revolution!), and it usually leads to the same people to the finals which makes it boring to watch. The reason I keep watching is because I hope for another BOTS2 where the rookies won't take the veterans BS.[/QUOTE] Probably because most of the rookies are afraid that if they go against the people who are veterans who have other long-standing members of the show on their side then any rebellion by them will get them in trouble with the numbers.

[QUOTE=RealCynic;403373]Probably because most of the rookies are afraid that if they go against the people who are veterans who have other long-standing members of the show on their side then any rebellion by them will get them in trouble with the numbers.[/QUOTE] They might as well go big since they start the game with targets on their backs.

since the premiere was exciting i decided to watch the episode live and comment with you guys :smile-new:

[QUOTE=RealCynic;403373]Probably because most of the rookies are afraid that if they go against the people who are veterans who have other long-standing members of the show on their side then any rebellion by them will get them in trouble with the numbers.[/QUOTE] Might as well go big since they start the game with targets on their backs so they pretty much have nothing to lose.

[QUOTE=RealCynic;403373]Probably because most of the rookies are afraid that if they go against the people who are veterans who have other long-standing members of the show on their side then any rebellion by them will get them in trouble with the numbers.[/QUOTE] Nobody had the balls to go up against CT when he was a rookie. The same can be said about Laurel, Marlon and Jordan.

[QUOTE=JayTee;403378]Nobody had the balls to go up against CT when he was a rookie. The same can be said about Laurel, Marlon and Jordan.[/QUOTE] When CT was a rookie, they weren't treated any differently. Laurel was on Fresh Meat... there was a first-time Challenger on every single team. Marlon and Jordan were constant targets on Rivals 2.

Is anyone excited for the opening ?

[QUOTE=DarkFights;403380]Is anyone excited for the opening ?[/QUOTE] I am! I can't wait to see it!

Awww, looks like I probably won't be able to take part in the live chat with you guys, but I'll still be watching live. Fingers crossed for another great episode!

[QUOTE=Youssarian;403379]When CT was a rookie, they weren't treated any differently. Laurel was on Fresh Meat... there was a first-time Challenger on every single team. Marlon and Jordan were constant targets on Rivals 2.[/QUOTE] Nobody was willing to say that they weren't afraid of Marlon and Jordan. They tried to get rid of them because they thought of them as threats. Instead of picking Marlon and Jordan first they sent teams like Robb and Zach, Tyrie and Lolbar, Leroy and Ty.

[QUOTE=JayTee;403384]Nobody was willing to say that they weren't afraid of Marlon and Jordan. They tried to get rid of them because they thought of them as threats. Instead of picking Marlon and Jordan first they sent teams like Robb and Zach, Tyrie and Lolbar, Leroy and Ty.[/QUOTE] This is true. However, at least one team voted for Jordan/Marlon every single round simply because they were rookies.

[QUOTE=Youssarian;403385]This is true. However, at least one team voted for Jordan/Marlon every single round simply because they were rookies.[/QUOTE] Maybe if Rivals 2 had stronger teams then I could see them choosing Jordan and Marlon first. I don't know, but I see it as the nature of the Challenge to send the rookies in first. I don't mind it, and if I were a rookie I would definitely expect my name to be called out first since I'm new. Get your feet wet and show people why they shouldn't mess with you (Latoya).

I'm excited for the aftershow just because of Susie! Lol

[QUOTE=melm3;403387]I'm excited for the aftershow just because of Susie! Lol[/QUOTE] Susie is on the after show?! Is she the host?!

[QUOTE=Youssarian;403379]When CT was a rookie, they weren't treated any differently. Laurel was on Fresh Meat... there was a first-time Challenger on every single team. Marlon and Jordan were constant targets on Rivals 2.[/QUOTE] I'm not sure if it's true, but Jordan said that if the voting had gotten back to the guys, Jordan and Marlon would have been going in. Robb/Derek went in again because the girls already burned that bridge. They probably should have gone in after that, but the girls messed up the voting.

[QUOTE=Youssarian;403388]Susie is on the after show?! Is she the host?![/QUOTE] Don't know if she is hosting or just a guest commentator but regardless im happy to see her on the tv screen!

[QUOTE=melm3;403390]Don't know if she is hosting or just a guest commentator but regardless im happy to see her on the tv screen![/QUOTE] OMG Me too. I am actually beyond excited right now. It's been too long since Mrs. Meister Butler's face has been on my screen.

There was a promo a second ago where it showed: *Camila and Nany fighting* Camila: I don't give a **** about Nany *crying* Nany: she is a *****