The idea for Card En Ciel was born out of Romain’s love of both card throwing and skydiving. As a child, he was always fascinated by the art of card throwing, and spent hours practicing in front of a mirror, perfecting his technique. As he got older, he discovered the thrill of skydiving, and was immediately hooked.
“It took a lot of trial and error to get it right,” he admits. “But once I did, I was hooked. There’s something about the combination of the thrill of skydiving and the precision of card throwing that’s just addictive.” Card En Ciel
With the help of a friend who was an experienced skydiver, Romain began experimenting with throwing cards while in mid-air. It wasn’t easy, of course – the wind resistance and turbulence made it difficult to control the cards, and Romain had to develop a whole new technique. The idea for Card En Ciel was born
For those who may be unfamiliar, card throwing is an art form that involves using a deck of cards as a projectile, with the goal of accurately hitting a target. It’s a skill that requires precision, focus, and a great deal of practice. Card En Ciel, whose real name is Romain, has spent years honing his craft, and has become one of the most skilled card throwers in the world. “It took a lot of trial and error
“I love the idea of taking something that’s considered ‘normal’ – like card throwing or skydiving – and turning it on its head,” Romain says. “By putting them together, I’m able to create something that’s truly unique and exciting.”