A new traitor has risen on The Traitors Season 4 Episode 9 “Think Outside the Box.” Last we left off, Eric had learned the truth about Rob. He was a traitor and had been working with Lisa and Candiace. And when presented with a choice to join Rob or be killed, he decided to take a walk on the dark side. But was it the right decision? Because right from the jump Eric was nervous about his new role. And Kristen might’ve caught onto him…
So sit back, relax, and join us for our breakdown of The Traitors Season 4 Episode 9 “Think Outside the Box”!
MORE: Need a refresher of last week’s episode? Read our breakdown of The Traitors Season 4 Episode 8 “A Queen Never Comes Off Her Throne”!
1. Was Eric the right choice for a traitor?
Lizzie: I don’t think he’s a terrible choice, he seemed to be good at strategy and doesn’t feel like someone who’d betray Rob. But there’s a part of me that feels Kristen might have been a better one. Still, I think this is a kind of wait and see situation. They only have to get through a few more roundtables and Rob is pretty damn secure so is his top priority making sure the other Traitor isn’t caught? I don’t think so.
Lyra: I think Eric was the right choice to become a traitor. And it wasn’t because he’s the strongest liar. It’s because when it really comes down to it and Rob needs someone to trip over themselves and get caught as a traitor, it’s going to be Eric. And it’s not because he’s not a good player. He is. It’s because he’s the quiet sweet type who clearly has bucketloads of anxiety. Then Rob comes around and just elevates that anxiety, making Eric fear people will find out his secret at every turn.
2. Is Rob going to betray Eric?
Lizzie: I was sure he would! This is a game, like he said. However, I think he believes that Eric can still convince people and if not that it won’t draw any attention to him anyway, so I don’t think he needs to betray Eric. Basically, I don’t think so. Though I think he would if he had to in order to win.
Lyra: I don’t think Rob is going to betray Eric. Yet. Right now Rob doesn’t have to do much work in messing with Eric’s reputation as a faithful because he’s doing it himself. Also there’s the fact that Eric is a really good cover for Rob. And personally, I wouldn’t get rid of him so easily when there are other targets who would benefit from being eliminated to get Rob to the final round table.
3. Do you think it was the right decision for Johnny and Tara to reveal their friendship?
Lizzie: Not really. I don’t think it helps the faithful at all. But again, they were desperate. What other play did they really have that would have helped? Now, I’m just sitting here side-eyeing people who didn’t know Johnny and Tara were besties before, which is apparently everyone in this game.
No, seriously. I know they were downplaying it early in the game but famous besties of over a decade should not have to “reveal” their friendship.
Lyra: Yeah I don’t think they should’ve revealed their friendship. Because they were totally downplaying it enough that people were surprised about how close they were. Now they’re being suspected as traitors.
As for people knowing who Johnny and Tara are. Before The Traitors Season 4 I recognized Johnny’s face. But I had no idea what he did. As for Tara, I’ve never seen that woman in my life. I could walk right past her and nada. But that just goes to show you that there are so many fandoms out there, including sports.
4. Who do you think Rob and Eric should kill?
Lizzie: Natalie is the right choice, I think. Rob could have just lied to Eric and not told him about Kristen’s suspicions and then done Kristen. But I think taking out Tara or Johnny isn’t smart as one of them is likely to be next. Especially if they’re not murdered. All the heat was on them and will be on them again if neither of them is murdered. So it’s really only Natalie or Kristen and since Eric already knows Kristen doesn’t trust him, then the obvious play is Natalie to avoid the heat.
Lyra: Honestly, I hope they take out Tara. Why? Cuz mess. I want to see how Johnny survives without Tara. Maybe he’ll spiral? But also it goes back to how messy Rob and Eric were suggesting Tara over and over again during the episodes game in “Think Outside the Box.” Also, I think making a choice like Tara would lead to Eric crashing out when he sees Johnny crashing out. Win win.
5. Who do you hope doesn’t make it to the end?
Lizzie: Honestly, I don’t think I’ll be too upset with anyone in this group. Quite like this cast, if I’m being honest. I think Maura might be the weakest player of them all, but a part of me feels like that’s her game. I don’t know, honestly, I’m just having a blast!
Lyra: Maura. I don’t want her to make it to the end. She hasn’t done anything besides serve an impeccable face card. And sorry not sorry, that’s not enough to get you to the end. Mark too. What have you done besides get rocks from Lisa way back when? Nada. It feels like they’ve been taking a backseat in a game that needs you to give it your all.
Traitors airs new episodes every Thursday on Peacock.
