Ep 1. All-Stars: Hunted Humans

In Naked and Afraid XL season 4 episode 1, titled "All-Stars: Hunted Humans", thirteen previous contestants are brought back to compete against each other in an ultimate survival challenge. The episode begins with the introduction of each contestant, revealing their past experience in the show. Among the contestants are the ten-year-old veteran, EJ Snyder, marine biologist, Alison Teal, and survivalist, Matt Wright, all of whom are fan favorites from the show's previous seasons.

The contestants are dropped off in the jungles of the Philippines, where they will have to fend for themselves for a 40-day period. However, in this season, a twist has been added to the game, which brings in an entirely new challenge. The contestants will not only have to survive in the wild, but they will also be hunted by a group of tribal hunters, who will be tracking them down. The hunters are skilled and trained in traditional hunting methods, making the challenge even more daunting for the contestants.

The first task for the contestants is to build a shelter to protect themselves from the elements. The contestants are given a few basic tools, including a machete, a pot, and a fire starter. The contestants waste no time getting started and quickly begin gathering materials for their shelters. The challenge of building a shelter is made even more difficult because of the harsh tropical climate, which is constantly raining. The contestants are forced to work through the rain to build their shelters, which is a difficult and tedious process.

As the contestants begin to settle down, they realize that they must find a way to find food to survive for the next 40 days. They start to explore the jungle, in search of food, water, and other resources. They quickly realize that hunting and finding food in the jungle will not be an easy task. However, some of the contestants, like EJ Snyder, are skilled hunters, and they are determined to provide food for the group. Others, like Matt Wright, focus on finding edible plants and fruits to supplement their diet.

As the days go by, tension starts to mount among the contestants, and the pressure of being hunted starts to take a toll. The hunters are constantly on the prowl, and their presence is a constant reminder of the danger that the contestants are in. The contestants are forced to be on high alert at all times, and they must learn to work together, as they face one of the most challenging and dangerous environments. With fatigue, hunger, and the pressure of being hunted, each day becomes more difficult, and the contestants are pushed to their limits.

In the end, the episode ends on a cliffhanger, leaving viewers eagerly awaiting the next episode. Throughout the episode, viewers get a glimpse into the personal struggles of each contestant, along with the intense and brutal challenge that they must face to survive in the jungle. The "All-Stars: Hunted Humans" episode is a thrilling and suspenseful start to the fourth season, which promises to be one of the most exciting and challenging yet.