For the faithfuls, the hardest part isn’t the game—it’s breakfast. Imagine walking into the Marriott breakfast buffet, and seeing the person you accused of murder the night before. They’re right there, buttering a croissant, looking you in the eye.
You’d have to choose between the porridge and the scrambled eggs while being paranoid. “Did Paul choose the black pudding because he’s evil, or because he’s Scottish?” It’s a minefield.
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And for the traitors? They have to act normal. They wake up, brush their hair, and try not to laugh when a faithful says, “I think you’re safe, mate.” Meanwhile, their pillow is still stained with fake tears from the murder they just committed.
Do They Actually Sleep?
Let’s be honest: no one sleeps well. The rooms are quiet, but the brain is louder. I once stayed at a Travelodge and felt a lot of pressure over a hair in the shower—imagine having murder on your mind.
Contestants have admitted they lie awake, rethinking every vote. Some even say they hear the castle’s theme music in their dreams. That’s the kind of insomnia only a reality TV show can provide.
One former traitor, Wilf, said on a podcast that he’d stare at the ceiling and practise his “I’m innocent” face in the mirror. He also admitted he once ate three packets of biscuits from the minibar out of pure anxiety. Relatable.
