Ep 1. The Hunted

In Alone season 8 episode 1, titled "The Hunted," ten new survivalists are dropped off in a remote location in the Canadian wilderness. The contestants are all veterans, including military veterans and first responders, who must survive alone with no food, shelter or human contact. They are allowed to bring only ten essential survival tools.

The episode opens with the contestants hiking through the dense woods carrying backpacks with their essential tools. It is immediately clear that these veterans are experienced and well-prepared for what lies ahead. They are all eager to begin what promises to be the toughest challenge they’ve faced.

Once the contestants reach their designated drop-off location, they set up camp and start applying their survival skills. They begin by building shelters and collecting food and water. Some of them opt to fish in a nearby river, while others set traps in the forest. One contestant even tries to create a primitive bow using a piece of wood he found.

As they explore their surroundings and search for resources, the contestants encounter a new twist in the game: "The Hunted." These are experienced trackers and hunters who will be tasked with hunting down and trying to capture the contestants in order to eliminate them from the game. It creates an extra layer of danger and suspense that quickly raises the stakes.

The contestants are warned of The Hunted's presence, and soon signs of their approach are found around the participants' campsites. The contestants are on high alert, and their survival skills are put to the test as they work to evade those who are trying to find them.

The contestants soon realize they must work together to survive and outsmart The Hunted. They set up lookouts and traps, and coordinate their movements to avoid being caught. It quickly becomes a game of cat and mouse, with the added challenge of having no idea when or where The Hunted will arrive.

As the days go by, the contestants begin to feel the physical and mental strain of being completely isolated. They miss the comforts of home and the company of their loved ones, and they become increasingly exhausted from the constant stress of the game. One participant even contemplates tapping out, admitting that he is struggling more than he thought he would.

However, despite the immense pressure and challenges they face, all the contestants work tirelessly to survive. They push themselves to their physical and mental limits, relying on their experience, instincts and will to persevere.

The first episode of Alone season 8 sets the stage for what is sure to be a thrilling and intense season. With a new twist and an incredibly experienced group of contestants, it promises to be even more difficult and exciting than the past seasons. As the adventurers continue to face challenges and overcome obstacles, viewers are left anxiously awaiting their next move and the outcome of this life-changing journey.