This week’s episode of "Survivor 48," titled "My Enemies Are Plottin'," brought a whirlwind of tension and strategic maneuvering. Not every player resorts to deception or allowing paranoia to dictate their game, but the aftermath of last week’s shocking elimination of David Kinne has everyone on edge.

With Mary Zheng reeling from her ally's unexpected departure, she found herself trapped within the majority alliance and began plotting her path to power. The strength-based alliance reigned supreme during reward and immunity challenges, showcasing their physical prowess and unwavering loyalty.

However, one player on the minority side, seemingly resigned to fate, failed to rally support or utilize her opportunities, including the all-important 'shot in the dark' that could have turned the tide.

Who Was Voted Off This Week?

In this action-packed episode, Kyle Fraser scooped a tasty chicken and waffles reward, while Joe Hunter clinched the immunity necklace for the second consecutive time, keeping his control intact. Strategizing with intent, Kyle selected Eva Erickson, Shauhin Davari, and his secret alliance member Kamilla Karthigesu to join in the reward, leaving the others disappointed and simmering at camp.

However, their plans stumbled during the immunity challenge when Joe expertly balanced a tricky task to secure his safety for another day in the game.

Back at camp, the atmosphere turned ominous, swirling around either Mary or Star Toomey as potential targets. Mary urged her alliance to trust her, vying for a vote against Star, who took a decidedly laid-back approach while professing her determination not to succumb to paranoia. Surprisingly, Star opted not to play her shot in the dark, potentially sealing her fate.

The vote was nail-bitingly close, but in the end, Star— a 28-year-old sales expert from Augusta, Georgia— found herself voted out, becoming the fourth member of the jury.

Recap of Last Week's Eliminations

Last week's drama saw David Kinne, Kyle, Joe, Shauhin, Eva, and Mary wield their physical strength and commitment to honesty in a tense tribal council. Yet beneath the surface, Kyle was secretly aligning with Kamilla and forming dubious ties with Shauhin, setting the stage for David’s downfall.

In the preceding challenges, David faced off against Joe in a critical showdown for immunity, but ultimately stumbled, enabling Joe to gain a tactical advantage.

As tribal council neared, whispers of discontent brewed around David and Mitch Guerra. Unsettled by Kyle's secret maneuvering, David attempted to redirect the votes, but it was ultimately his own betrayal that led to his elimination.

What’s Next on Survivor?

As Season 48 unfolds, alliances are shifting, and strategic gameplay is at the forefront of everyone's mind. Tune in Wednesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT on CBS or stream on Paramount+ to catch every twist and turn!

Meet the Host, Jeff Probst!

For all 48 seasons, the ever-charismatic Jeff Probst has guided contestants and audiences alike through the grueling journey of "Survivor." Stay tuned for more thrilling surprises as the competition heats up!