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I can't even decide who I want out next. I guess Jerri.
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JackSparrowBauer |
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I think Jerri's next =(
The only ones left that I LOVE are Parv and Jerri. I liked Candice, but didn't love her. I <3'd Amber on TAR, but on Survivor she went way too far for me to appreciate her since she was so bland.
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Katy Carney |
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~ 4. AMBER BRKICH-MARIANO ~
THE BEST OF THE BEST <3 Amber is such a controversial figure and it's obvious to me that the Amberealousy that swept the nation so many years ago is still in full effect. Some backstory: Amber was my first ever favorite Survivor. I watched Borneo but I really wasn't that obsessed with it and then Australia came around and I was instantly captivated with Jerri and Amber and their adorable big sister/little sister dynamic (which has never ever been repeated on the show ever) and I obviously gravitated towards Amber because she was the younger of the two. When ASS rolled around and I found out there would be returning players I was soo excited and Amber was my number one person I wanted back, more than anyone else, but I thought it impossible as she was such a lowkey figure in Survivor lore. When I found out she was on I was like the only person in all the world that was legit thrilled at the prospect. Of course then I read spoilers and found out she won I was super happy because it just felt like such a validatin you know? But even at that point I never could have imagined that Amber would become half of the most notorious, scene-stealing, ruthless, show dominating reality power couple in the history of the planet earth. Amber's story is truly one for the ages and if you can't see that then I honestly feel sorry for you.
AMBER MOMENTS <3
On Amber's personality: Amber is pretty low key compared to most of my other favos but I don't think that's a bad thing as I do have a huge weakness for borewhores provided they're attractive and not whiny. Anywho, all of Amber's appearances on reality television have convinced me that she's really likable and has a good sense of humor even tho she lacks the confrontational edge that provides so much entertainment.
On Amber's gameplay: It would be pretty much impossible for Amber not to be underrated because people refuse to give her credit for like...anything. I think it's undeniable that she's a good player even if you don't see her value as a character, because she is athletic and socially capable. A lot of people accuse her of being a follower which I think fair, but I think Amber would have done just fine on ASS even if Rob weren't there so w/e. She tries to save herself when it's necessary and beyond that she plays it pretty safe, which may be boring television but it's not bad gameplay.
omh I love this intro On Amber's placement: Amber's transition from mousy fanfare-less UTR also-ran to dominating legendary reality royalty is the stuff dreams are made of. I firmly believe that Amber is underrated in all respects and I think I would feel that way even if I hadn't been a fan from day one, back when nobody knew who she was and they didn't even play her songs on the radio. I was very happy that she won the "Hottest Girl Ever on Survivor" vote at America's Tribal Council. Being recognized for the important things <3 Obviously without ASS and the ensuing TARs Amber would probably be a bit lower but as it stands she is one of the most notorious figures in all of reality television and you need to make peace with that.
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Snake Charmer |
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Such a great write-up and .gifs as always <3
One thing about Amber is that she deserved to win that reward challenge in Aus. because COLBY CHEATED. -still pissed- |
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JackSparrowBauer |
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Oh, Amber. Definitely a polarizing figure. I agree that she deserves more respect as a winner (but not THAT much more), but she was a complete bore in
Australia and I didn't really like All-Stars that much, and I also found her showmance with Boston Rob annoying, because it led to one of the worst
post-merges ever, so I can't really appreciate her that much. That being said, she's pretty cool as a person and is mostly just underedited. Hence why
I stand by the argument that Amber on Survivor = snore, and Amber on TAR = <3.
I still can't see why she beat Stephg.oddess but at least Jerri beat her. |
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Mikester |
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I was also an Amber fan back when Outback was first airing (while everyone else was in love with Elisabeth) and just like you she was my first favorite since I
only casually watched Borneo. So I have a personal investment in Amber and despite not being important to the series as a whole she's probably one of the
most important Survivors to me. She'd be in my top ten and probably top five, also.
Romber <3 I want to see the baby! I can't even imagine what kind of legendary reality tv star she's destined to become. |
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ANDand19 |
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So here are my thoughts:
Like you, I loved Amber in Outback. She was my first ever Survivor favorite, too, and I won't take that away from her. I was so excited when I heard she'd be on All Stars. I rooted for her the entire time, but I was disappointed in her because I hated Rob. But definitely, I was rooting for her on finale night. So I didn't hate Amber at this point. But when Amber became Romber, I hated this because I hated Rob so much and I hated that she was associated with him. They did all their reality shows, which did nothing for me in terms of my liking for Amber since it was only associating her with Rob more. And upon rewatch of ASS, I realized, why the fuck did I even like her? She was really blah during ASS, and I was only rooting for her because she was my first favorite ever. I will always think of Amber the same way I think of Elisabeth. Outback Amber and Outback Elisabeth are completely different people than who they are now. It's sad, but true. I will love Amber when watching Outback and hate her when watching ASS. It's the same way with Stephenie for me. No matter how much I hated her in Guat, I will always love her when watching Palau. I can't help it. Amber, my first Survivor favorite ever <333 Romber Amber <///3 |
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idk which Amber I like more. She really came out of her shell in ASS and imo she was much prettier (it was prob the better bathing suit and the tan) but I
originally fell in love with stealth Amber.
Hopefully one of my top 3 won S20 tonight <3 |
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astroline |
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Katy, I have to say that this is easily my favorite ranking thread ever. You've done such an awesome job. <3333
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The Purple Parrot |
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I hope Amber dies.
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Katy Carney |
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That gif inspired my next ranking: ~*buff fashions*~. I prob won't start it for a long time so no one steal my idea thanks.
astroline wrote: aw ty! |
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Katy Carney wrote: |
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AMBER <3
omg i love her so very much. She is ridiculously underrated in every way, people refuse to give her any credit for anything she ever did. I loved her so much in australia and personally thought she was more of a sweetheart than elisabeth. Her crying after the blindfold and stretcher challenges in australia made me love her/feel so sad for her and are two of the most memorable moments of aus IMO. Also Romberownage. |
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ZombieLinda |
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Ambergoddess <3 I was a big Rombertard in general. I think I wanted Rob to win at the time but now I'm happy it was Amber. ^_^
I hope they're on BB12 together with their new baby Little Lucia Rose Mariano in a stunning twist. =O |
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unduli clone wrote:LMAO...Let's make out! |
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Kitty Pryde1 |
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greenbikini wrote:That's why you were the best fan, by far. |
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tomash |
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Tracyownage! ^_^
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Joaqenix |
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Such a great write-up on Amber! I had the same experience as you and Mikester (shocker!
tbh the one thing I'm bummed about with S20 is that Amber just gave birth and won't be on. |
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