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Survivor, created by Charlie Parsons and hosted by Jeff Probst, is a groundbreaking reality competition series that strands a group of strangers in an isolated, often exotic, location. Divided into tribes, contestants must navigate the harsh natural environment while competing in physical and mental challenges. Success in these challenges earns rewards or immunity from being voted out. The core of the game involves forming alliances, strategizing, and managing complex social dynamics. At regular intervals, known as Tribal Council, participants gather to vote one fellow contestant out of the game. This process continues until only a few remain, with a jury of previously eliminated players deciding who among the finalists will be crowned the "Sole Survivor" and win a significant cash prize. The series explores themes of human nature under extreme pressure, the complexities of social interaction, and the balance between individual ambition and group cooperation. It highlights how ordinary people adapt, strategize, and sometimes deceive to "outwit, outplay, and outlast" their competitors. Since its premiere in 2000, Survivor has consistently placed its contestants in diverse, remote settings, from tropical islands to dense jungles, testing their resilience and strategic acumen.