Card Ninja

Blueprint Description[]

The distance record for throwing a playing card is just over two-hundred sixteen feet. In this challenge, the contestant must throw them for accuracy, as they attempt to stick a card into half a watermelon. This must be done once.

Game Description:[]

Throw & stick cards into watermelons.

History[]

This is a level 2 challenge in the United States. This is a level 4 challenge in Australia for one watermelon and level 7 for three.

Household Items:[]

At least one deck of cards
Half a watermelon
Foul line 6 feet from watermelon
Table

Set Up:[]

Blake DuPlant (not in scene) gets $2,500 from being a Card Ninja.

Place the half watermelon on the table so the pink side is perpendicular to the ground. Set up the foul line 6 feet away from the watermelon.

Rules:[]

1. Prior to game start, contestant stands in designated start zone with hands at sides.

2. Once game begins, contestant may pick up cards.

3. Contestant must choose a designated throwing hand, and may hold and throw only one card at a time from that hand.

4. Contestant may hold multiple cards in the non-throwing hand.

5. Contestant must remain in the designated zone for the duration of game.

6. Any card thrown while not standing in the designated zone will not count.

7. To complete the game, a total of three cards must stick IN the watermelon(s) concurrently within the 60-second time limit and remain in the watermelons for three consecutive seconds.

8. Any card released within the 60-second time limit may count towards a player's total.

Tips & Tricks[]

Throw the cards like you would toss a frisbee, or overhand like a dart, with a quick flicking motion. To increase your chances of success, you may want to try practicing your throwing technique and aim before the game begins. You can also try using different cards or adjusting your grip to find a throwing style that works best for you.

Hold a card in your throwing hand and experiment with different grips.
Practice throwing the card from different distances and angles.
Pay attention to the way the card flies through the air and adjust your grip and throwing style accordingly.
Practice your throwing technique regularly to improve your accuracy.