Otto Axelson (Survivor: Madagascar)

Name (Age): Otto Axelson (34)

Tribe Designation: Drakaka Current Residence: Portland, Oregon

Occupation: Statistics Professor

Personal Claim to Fame: Emigrating to the United States from Sweden at 5 years old and learning English in a matter of 5 months. Not only did I display immense perseverance, I also displayed my aptitude for learning quickly!

Inspiration in Life: John Nash. His dedication to game theory principles and ability to view problems through unconventional means inspired me to become devoted to the foundations of logic and finding inventive means of solving problems.

Hobbies: Designing and solving puzzles, complex math problems, video games and weight training. Pet Peeves: Those who think so narrowly they are only able to see one answer to a problem. 3 Words to Describe You: Inventive, quick-witted, focused.

SURVIVOR Contestant You Are Most Like: I have Brian Heidik's remorseless ferocity and charisma, Jonathan Penner's penchant for snarky remarks, Yul Kwon's quiet, calculating intellect, Tony Vlachos' ability to find unique solutions to problems and a dash of myself to complete this recipe!

Reason for being on SURVIVOR: I love solving problems and as a fan of this show, I believe that I can solve the conundrum of why certain players fail.

Why you think you'll "survive" SURVIVOR: I am not only innovative and sharp in my thinking, but also approachable and willing to see multiple sides of any issue. I am seemingly unassuming and friendly, but my intelligence and sneakiness elude the others

Why you think you will be the Sole Survivor: My ability to solve any problem before my opponents will allow me to take the crown that is winning Survivor!