Amazing Race: All Stars

[Prudence]

I was actually significantly less annoyed by Rob and Amber this time than in their previous outings. This time they seemed more out to have a good time and confident, but not obnoxiously so. Maybe they've matured into their fame or something. In the past, they've bugged me more. And it's not even really their fault - of course they're going to talk about themselves during their interview moments. But the producers chose to give them way more air time than other people. Maybe this time there were other equally notorious teams who shared the air time, so there was more of Romber playing well and less of Rob talking about how he's the most amazing stud since Secretariat.

[mousepod]

At least with Survivor, there's the whole idea that the losers (and ultimately the winners) are chosen by the peers, so the illusion of "fair play" is necessary to a point. For AR, I am amazed at the way some of these teams play the game.

Farewell, Rob and Amber. I enjoyed rooting for you. I wonder if they'll ever go to the Philippines?

[Jughead P. Jones]

I think a part of Rob and Amber's charm wasn't so much how they played the game, but how other teams COMPLAINED about how they played the game. Seeing teams like Charla/Mirna whine and complain and freak out over how Rob and Amber were playing the game actually made Rob and Amber rise in my ranks, because as self-absorbed and high and mighty as they seemed to be on the race, they never once complained about anyone else's game and how everyone else was screwing them over, because what other teams thought was never a concern to them. Rob and Amber basically ran their own race the whole time, making short-term alliances to try and advance in the race. It's one main reason why they were the runners-up in season 7, after all. And, I think it's why a lot of people seem to respect their GAME PLAY.

I can't really comment on their personalities, though. I've never met Rob and Amber, and in all likelihood, I probably won't either.

[JWBear]

Originally Posted by Jughead P. Jones

I think a part of Rob and Amber's charm wasn't so much how they played the game, but how other teams COMPLAINED about how they played the game. Seeing teams like Charla/Mirna whine and complain and freak out over how Rob and Amber were playing the game actually made Rob and Amber rise in my ranks, because as self-absorbed and high and mighty as they seemed to be on the race, they never once complained about anyone else's game and how everyone else was screwing them over, because what other teams thought was never a concern to them. Rob and Amber basically ran their own race the whole time, making short-term alliances to try and advance in the race. It's one main reason why they were the runners-up in season 7, after all. And, I think it's why a lot of people seem to respect their GAME PLAY.

I can't really comment on their personalities, though. I've never met Rob and Amber, and in all likelihood, I probably won't either.

Teams complaining (and obsessing) is not new to Rob & Amber. In most of the past seasons there was a front-runner who the other teams talked about. I suspect that the reason we see more of it with them has to do with editing. Other teams from season 7 have said that there was a lot less “Ramber” obsessing going on than was shown - it was edited to make it look like it was constant.

As far as respecting their game play goes, while I acknowledge that they are excellent racers, I just can’t get past his personality. I tend to root for teams I like, regardless of how well they are racing.

[Ghoulish Delight]

Originally Posted by JWBear

As far as respecting their game play goes, while I acknowledge that they are excellent racers, I just can’t get past his personality. I tend to root for teams I like, regardless of how well they are racing.

It's funny, I'm usually the same way. But for some reason it doesn't bother me as much with Rob. I can't put my finger on it, but I think it all comes down to him really separating the game from reality. Most of the time when he's an asshole to someone (behind their back or to their face) it's because that someone is doing something that's really irrational in the context of the game and they probably deserve it. Doesn't mean he's not an asshole, but at least he's usually right.

[Ghoulish Delight]

Visible mojo for JPJ. I'm not saying I'd ever want to have Rob and Amber over for tea, but I completely respect them as competitors.

[Nephythys]

This is a game- a race. What is with people getting mad because someone lied to them, or someone passed them up.

It's a RACE- the idea is to pass each other, not make friends and help someone else win!

I had the same issue with Survivor All Stars- Lex had a hissy fit and said he was ending his friendship with Rob because Rob helped vote him out- wahhhhhhhhhh- that's how the game works!

[Ghoulish Delight]

Originally Posted by Nephythys

I had the same issue with Survivor All Stars- Les had a hissy fit and said he was ending his friendship with Rob because Rob helped vote him out- wahhhhhhhhhh- that's how the game works!

Oh, that was a feaking classic because Lex had done the exact same thing to Ethan, Colby, Hatch, and Jerri. He definitely wins for biggest Survivor baby ever (and that's a hell of a title to earn).

[Nephythys]

Originally Posted by Ghoulish Delight

Oh, that was a feaking classic because Lex had done the exact same thing to Ethan, Colby, Hatch, and Jerri. He definitely wins for biggest Survivor baby ever (and that's a hell of a title to earn).

I miss players like Rupert- who was willing to steal the other teams shoes!!

Sorry-don't mean to derail to Survivor. The whining is so pathetic- win or lose on your own merit and stop whining when someone outplays you. (especially Mirna- bleaugh!!!)

[JWBear]

Originally Posted by Nephythys

I miss players like Rupert- who was willing to steal the other teams shoes!!

Sorry-don't mean to derail to Survivor. The whining is so pathetic- win or lose on your own merit and stop whining when someone outplays you. (especially Mirna- bleaugh!!!)

I agree. That's one of the reasons why I'm rooting for the Cha Cha's and the BQs (in that order).