So You Think You Can Meke? is the eighth episode of Survivor: Fiji.
Story[]
| “ | The two tribes learn a traditional Fijian dance and then must perform at the Reward Challenge, where the winning tribe is treated to a feast with the locals. Later at Tribal Council, a showdown pits two tribemates against each other in a war of words. | ” |
—Episode Synopsis[2] | ||
Day 20[]
Alex, Mookie, and Edgardo search for and find their camp's Hidden Immunity Idol while Lisi and Dreamz are asleep. They agree not to tell Lisi and Dreams of their alliance. Lisi wakes up shortly afterward and is onto Mookie. She begins to search for the idol and Mookie goes as far as to help her dig to maintain the belief that the idol is still hidden.
Moto learns their next challenge is a dance-off, and they spend the rest of the morning learning how to "meke" from Fijian dancers. Ravu also practices and they apply face paint to get in the spirit of things.
At the challenge, Moto performs first, then Ravu follows. The Fijians approve of both tribes' appearance and spirit, but they felt Ravu was less coordinated and thus Moto is rewarded with a great Fijian feast. Lisi is sent to Exile Island where she struggles with the weather, the state of her tribe, and thoughts of quitting the game.
Day 21[]
Earl and Michelle discuss whether their next target should be Stacy or Boo. Dreamz hopes for a merge soon and Edgardo worries about where Dreamz's allegiance lies.
At the Immunity Challenge, Boo scores a bullseye with the blow darts to put Moto in the lead. In the second round, Yau-Man has the closest shot with the spear to increase Moto's lead. Edgardo feels confident with the bow and arrow for the third round but he can't even hit the target, giving Moto an easy immunity win.
At Ravu, Lisi's frustrations lead to her ask Alex to vote her out next. The rest of the tribe is on board with that and they discuss how they are coping at this stage of the game. Lisi changes her mind, however, and urges Alex and Edgardo to vote for Dreamz with her. Her change of mind comes too late though as her tribemates vote her out, making her the second member of the jury.
Challenges[]
Challenge: So You Think You Can Meke?
Given a lesson at camp, the two tribes must perform a traditional Fijian meke in front of three judges – Fijian dance experts – at a local village, accompanied by local singers. Best dance (in terms of appearance, authenticity, and spirit) wins.
Reward: A feast at a local village, while enjoying Fijian opera.
Winner:
Moto (exiled Lisi Linares)
Challenge: Warrior's Choice
All players compete in each round, and they're playing for points for the closest to the target in each round (one point in the blowgun round, two in the spear round, three in the bow and arrow round). Highest score wins.
Winner:
Moto
Tribal Council[]
| Tribal Council 8: Ravu | |
|---|---|
| Voted Against |
Voter |
 Lisi (4 votes) |
    Alex, Dreamz, Edgardo, Mookie |
Dreamz (1 vote) |
Lisi |
VOTED OUT: Lisi Linares | |
Voting Confessionals[]
Lisi's and Dreamz' confessionals were aired.
Mookie |
“ | (voting against Lisi) Since you don't wanna be here, here ya go. | ” |
Alex |
“ | (voting against Lisi) Sorry about this, Lisi, but I need someone who's going to be in it for the long run, and I hope you figure everything out, and I hope we can still be friends. Take care. | ” |
Edgardo |
“ | (voting against Lisi) I'll see you at the other side. | ” |
Lisi |
“ | (voting against Dreamz) You're a grown man. Consider a name change. | ” |
Dreamz |
“ | (voting against Lisi) I've been waiting to do this for a long time. | ” |
Final Words[]
Lisi |
“ | You can sit there and say whatever, but I know who I am. It's not a matter of will. When the ship is sinking, you get off the ship. Another thing, Ravu, you guys are never going to get it together. You guys are losers, over and over and over again. There's nothing I could say, other than try to hold onto yourselves, because together you're nothing. | ” |
Still in the Running[]
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Trivia[]
- The title of the episode and the Reward Challenge are a play on So You Think You Can Dance.
- This episode marks the first time a post-swap tribe makes the merge with all its members representing only one gender.
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