Second day, round 2 of 9 in my first game... and I'm looking decent. It'll be difficult (It didn't help that I woke up at 1100est today, and elimination is 1500est) for me because I think most of the people in my game are in class right now. I'm not, my term ended a month ago (lucky me!)
It's still going to be hard, but I hope that I don't get axed too early. I need 11th to Karma... I already made the money (although 8th is actual break even...) Still, I hope I do good in it.
I've made early mistakes. First, I picked a bad start time. I should have jacked in at 2200 rather than 1500, because the days are 12hrs long.
Oh... wait. How do you keep the Algo from ruining your life? Three simple things:
1) Pick a time that works for you. You want to start play at 2000-2300 in your time zone. This way, you're active and you can have fun.
2) Try to talk about everything... that is, keep the conversation friendly and open. Talking about movies, TV, sports, etc.
3) Don't NEG. I know it's a great strategic move, but it's annoying in the early rounds. Plus, it's Commandment #3 of BlueBomber's 21 rules of reality TV: The irritating ones in survival games ALWAYS go home first.
