Pitch Black

Blueprint Description[]

Throwing an object to hit a target takes a keen eye and the ability to judge distance; two things that are impossible to do without light! In this challenge, the contestant must throw neon plastic glow rings over six prepositioned hooks to form a triangle, all the while in the dark.

History[]

This is an unaired challenge and has never been used or played due to the additional burden of being played in the dark, which would not allow the cameras/lighting to cover the player's actions fully.

Household Items:[]

At least 6 neon plastic glow rings
6 hooks

Rules:[]

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

2. Once game begins, the contestant may grab and hold multiple glow rings.

3. Contestant may only use one designated hand to release glow rings one at a time.

4. Rings may land in any order on the wall.

5. Contestant may not cross the designated foul line when tossing rings.

6. To complete the game, the contestant must concurrently hang all SIX rings on the six hooks within the 60-second time limit and they must remain that way for three consecutive seconds.

7. Any ring released from the hand within the 60-second time limit may count towards the player's total.

Tips & Tricks[]

Practice your aim: Practice throwing the glow rings to improve your accuracy and aim. This will help you get the rings onto the hooks more consistently.
Plan your throws: Think about the order in which you will throw the rings and the trajectory they will need to follow to land on the hooks. This will help you plan your throws more effectively.
Use your body to help throw the rings: Consider using your body to help generate more power and accuracy in your throws. For example, you could use a wind-up or pivot to help generate more force.
- Wind-up: When throwing a ring, you can use a wind-up motion to generate more force and power. To do this, you can pivot your body and bring your throwing arm back before releasing the ring. This can help you throw the ring further and with more accuracy.
- Follow-through: After releasing the ring, make sure to follow through with your throwing arm to help improve your accuracy. This can help you maintain control over the ring's trajectory and ensure it lands where you want it to.
- Use your non-throwing hand: You can use your non-throwing hand to help guide and stabilize your throwing arm as you release the ring. This can help you throw more accurately and with more control.
- Use a pivot:
  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your non-throwing arm extended out to the side for balance.
  2. Bring your throwing arm back and pivot your body slightly in the direction you will be throwing.
  3. Release the ring, using the momentum of your pivot to help generate force and power.
  4. Follow through with your throwing arm to help maintain control over the ring's trajectory.
Think about the trajectory of your throws: Consider the trajectory of your throws and how the rings will behave once they are in the air. This will help you get the rings onto the hooks more consistently.
Use your other senses: Use your other senses, such as hearing and touch, to help guide your throws. For example, you might listen for the sound of the ring hitting the hook or feel for the resistance of the ring against your fingertips.
- Hold the ring gently: Hold the ring gently between your thumb and fingers, using just enough pressure to keep it from slipping.
- Pay attention to the feel of the ring: As you throw the ring, pay attention to the feel of it against your fingertips. Look for changes in resistance or texture that can help you gauge the trajectory of the ring.
- Make adjustments as needed: If you feel the ring start to slip or lose resistance, make adjustments to your throw as needed to get the ring onto the hook.
- Use the glow of the rings: Look for the glow of the rings as they travel through the air. This can help you gauge the trajectory of your throws and make adjustments as needed.