How to Throw a Playing Card

Whether you’re stuck indoors on a rainy day or looking to entertain friends at your next poker night, launching cards across the room with quick, pinpoint accuracy offers a simple yet satisfying diversion to those moments of boredom. With the right grip, proper wrist action, and a bit of practice to hone your technique, you’ll soon be sending cards sailing through the air with surprising speed and control . . . and feeling a bit like Gambit to boot. 

Illustration by Ted Slampyak