Survivor Caramoan - Fans vs Favorites, Matt's Torch

original movie prop

This torch was used by various members of the Bikal tribe, including 'Fan' Matt Bischoff, who was voted out on Day 16. Though originally from the Gota tribe ("Fans"), Matt ended up on the Bikal tribe ("Favorites") after a tribal switch in episode 6 ("Operation Thunder Dome"), which saw him voted out in a 4-2-1 vote. Matt started the game using a Gota torch, but can be seen using this particular Bikal torch when he is voted out. Though each of the 20 contestant torches used this season were similar overall, they each had markings that made them unique/distinct. This Bikal torch features the Bikal tribal colour (purple) and is adorned with skulls, beads, rope and straw. Other "Favourites" carried this torch throughout the season, however I've deemed it Matt's since he uses it upon exiting the game. The torch has also been signed by host Jeff Probst.