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Two ‘chests of chance’ were brought out but only one contained a game-saving shield(Image: BBC)<\/p>\n
The result of the tense moment was revealed tonight, with James forced to leave the castle immediately after opening an empty chest.<\/p>\n
In James’ exit speech, he said: “It’s been amazing. I’ve learned a lot about myself and it’s just been an incredible experience. I feel strangely serene right now, what a game. Thank you,” before revealing his identity as a Faithful.<\/p>\n
“At the first Round Table when the blindfolds went on I was selected immediately, and have been from the start, a Traitful Faithful,” he quipped, briefly tricking his co-stars into thinking they had caught out a Traitor with his wording.<\/p>\n
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Rachel’s fate hung in the balance after the stalemate(Image: BBC)<\/p>\n
Fans rushed to social media to share their thoughts on the dramatic moment. One penned: “I’m gutted he’s gone, but I guess the heat’s on her now!” as another said: “I just can\u2019t see how this isn\u2019t a Traitors win from now!”<\/p>\n
“Stephen will regret not voting for Rachel. He had a great opportunity to win this,” said a third. A fourth penned: “James was definitely a Marmite player but you can\u2019t deny his chaotic nature wasn\u2019t entertaining.”<\/p>\n
After the Round Table, Rachel appeared to have clawed back some trust from the Faithfuls, notably from Faraaz who had started gunning for her.<\/p>\n
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