User blog comment:ArtDraw12/TD Theories: Leshawna's going to be in the finale next time/@comment-2212492-20151230051251

I wouldn't say that there's a pattern but the fact that the more likeable characters are the ones that reach the finale. For instance, like you said, the surfers were never planned to reach the finale but this happened due to executive meddling due to them being semi-fan favourites for the younger viewers.

Now the contestants that have the highest chance to reach the finale are those which have the traits to do so like Noah's smarts, Jo's athletic ability or even Harold's mad skills. Leshawna does have a chance to reach the finale but the way her character played out, it doesn't have a high chance of happening because she's quick to make conflicts and as seen in Total Drama Action, doesn't fare well when making alliances. That being said, it'd be a real treat to see her in another season.