Tribal Tidbit Although ALL-STARS began with 18 Survivors instead of the usual 16, this is only the second time that a mere 8 castaways have received Tribal Council votes against them by episode 6. There are 2 main reasons for this: both Rob C. and Richard were voted out unanimously, and 2 All-Stars have bowed out of the game. The first time there were votes against only 8 Survivors at this point was in OUTBACK, when Michael Scupin left the game early. Osten left PEARL ISLANDS PANAMA in episode 7, but by episode 6, 11 castaways already had votes against them.