Reddit is already sick of a ‘Survivor 47’ castaway

Rome Cooney, known for his bold gameplay in Survivor 47, has certainly made waves—both positively and negatively—among fans and fellow contestants. His recent actions, particularly during the third episode, have ignited a fiery debate among viewers, especially on Reddit.

In episode 3, Rome, whose real name is Jerome, played a pivotal role in eliminating Aysha Welch from the Lavo tribe during the first Tribal Council. Utilizing a one-time immunity idol and a steal-a-vote advantage, he orchestrated a move that aligned Kishan Patel and Teeny Chirichillo with him and Genevieve Mushaluk, resulting in Aysha’s ousting and leaving her ally Sol Yi vulnerable.

The focus of the episode quickly shifted to the toxic rivalry between Rome and Sol. After the red team faced their second consecutive immunity challenge loss, tensions rose. Kishan, feeling threatened by Rome’s aggressive gameplay, formulated a plan to blindside him. He teamed up with Sol, Teeny, and Genevieve to take out Rome. However, Genevieve decided that keeping Rome in the game would be more beneficial for her strategy, leading to Kishan’s unexpected elimination instead. This left Rome with an expanded influence over the tribe, showcasing his ability to maneuver through chaotic situations.

The backlash against Rome’s gameplay has been intense. Many fans have taken to Reddit to express their disdain for his arrogant attitude. Comments ranged from disbelief at Sol’s restraint to outright hatred for Rome’s personality.

• One user remarked, “I’m honestly surprised Sol hasn’t punched him yet after following him around,” highlighting the physical and psychological tension between the two.
• Another user expressed frustration, stating, “I absolutely detest Rome’s personality and playing. ENTIRELY too full of himself.”
• The humor among fans was also evident, with one quipping, “It’s time for him to Rome away,” a clever play on his name that sums up their feelings toward him.

Analysis of Rome’s Strategy

Despite the chaos and drama he brings, some fans believe Rome’s overconfidence will ultimately lead to his downfall. One commentator analyzed his chances, stating:

“The interesting thing is anyone can tell he’s not gonna last long at all the way he’s playing. Guy got power drunk with his steal-a-vote. Now it’s gone. Teeny & Sol should definitely be going after him… If he happens to make it to merge, he’s gonna have 10+ people who hate him instead of 2. Terrible strategy.”

While Rome continues to thrive for now, the sentiment among fans suggests that his style may not be sustainable. His confidence and strategic moves draw comparisons to other infamous players like Tony Vlachos, known for their eccentric and bold tactics. However, the prevailing opinion is that Rome’s approach may lead him to a swift exit from the game, which many viewers eagerly anticipate. As the season unfolds, it will be interesting to see if Rome can adapt his strategy or if he will fall victim to the backlash his gameplay has generated.