0:00poolside challenge intro The scene opens with an overhead, slightly high-angle shot of two men standing by a residential swimming pool. The pool's surface is clear blue, and the surrounding area features concrete paving and lush green trees in the background under bright daylight. One man, dressed entirely in black with a balaclava, stands to the left, holding a black RODE microphone. The second man, wearing a maroon t-shirt and dark jeans, is leaning over the edge of the pool, holding a black duffel bag which is partially submerged in the water. The text overlay "100 lbs is heavier than it looks" is prominently displayed in a white box with black text at the top center of the screen, against the backdrop of the trees. The overall mood is anticipatory and slightly mysterious.
0:01challenge explanation The camera shifts to a medium shot, slightly angled to the side, focusing on both men by the pool. The man in black, still holding the microphone, stands on the left. The subject, in the maroon shirt, is now standing upright on the diving board, with the black duffel bag handcuffed to his right wrist. He briefly looks at the camera with a confident smile before turning his attention back to the pool. The background features more of the green trees and a glimpse of a house and outdoor furniture. The bright natural light illuminates the scene. Several text overlays appear: 'Every second = 1% off' at the top, 'Handcuffed to 100lbs' with a yellow arrow pointing to the bag, 'Every second' at the bottom, and then 'to escape, 1% off.' A critical disclaimer 'DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME' and 'THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS' appears at the bottom. The man speaks directly to the camera, explaining the challenge.
The shot captures the subject, still handcuffed to the heavy black duffel bag, as he jumps off the diving board into the bright blue swimming pool. His body is in mid-air, slightly hunched over the bag. The background is dominated by the clear blue water of the pool and the concrete edge of the poolside. The natural sunlight creates clear reflections on the water's surface. The action is quick and decisive.
0:06underwater sinking initial search The camera transitions to an underwater POV, looking up from the bottom of the pool. The water is a vibrant clear blue, illuminated by the sunlight filtering through the surface. The subject and the heavy black duffel bag are sinking rapidly towards the light blue tiled pool floor. Numerous small, white, cylindrical sticks are scattered across the pool bottom. Bubbles rise from the sinking figures. A black timer '00:00.68' (and then increasing) is displayed at the top center, with '% off!' above it. Text overlays state: '40+ sticks in the pool, limited visibility, and I have to find the key in one of them before I run out of oxygen.' As the subject sinks further, a yellow arrow points to one of the white sticks, with the word 'Key' next to it, indicating its location.
0:10underwater key search The scene is an underwater close-up, focusing on the subject's hands as he frantically searches for the key among the scattered white cylindrical sticks on the light blue tiled pool floor. The water is still clear, but the urgency of the situation is conveyed through his rapid movements and the constant timer at the top counting up, indicating increasing discount percentages. Bubbles stream past his face and hands. Text overlays state: 'This is seriously one of the dumbest things I've ever done' and later 'Starting to freak out a little...'. A red 'X' graphic appears briefly when he picks up an incorrect stick. His eyes, visible through his glasses, are darting back and forth, showing growing frustration.
0:22underwater key found The underwater camera provides a slightly wider shot than the previous close-up, allowing more of the pool floor and the subject's upper body to be seen. The subject, still handcuffed to the black duffel bag, is positioned near a white drain cover on the pool floor, surrounded by white sticks. The water remains clear blue, and sunlight filters from above. The text overlay changes to 'I'm literally right next to the key!!', and a yellow arrow points directly to a specific white stick (the key) lying on the pool floor near the drain cover. The timer continues to advance at the top. The subject's hands reach for the key with renewed urgency, and his face shows intense focus as he finally locates it.
0:27underwater unlocking first cuff The camera tightly frames the subject's hands and wrists underwater as he attempts to unlock the handcuffs. The water is crystal clear, allowing for a detailed view of his actions. The black duffel bag lies just below his hands. Two graphical padlock icons appear at the bottom of the screen, labeled 'LEFT CUFF' and 'RIGHT CUFF'. The timer continues its countdown at the top. The subject's fingers struggle with the small key and the cuff mechanism. His movements are precise but show the difficulty of the task. After a few moments, the 'LEFT CUFF' padlock icon changes to a green checkmark, signifying success.
0:33underwater unlocking second cuff The underwater camera maintains a close-up on the subject's hands, now focusing on the second cuff. The water remains bright and clear. The left cuff has been unlocked, and the chain hangs freely. The subject is now using the key to attempt to unlock the right cuff, which is still attached to the black duffel bag. Text overlays include: 'My lungs are burning bad', 'That last one is so hard to get', and 'Giving it all I have'. The 'LEFT CUFF' icon shows a green checkmark, while 'RIGHT CUFF' still shows a padlock. His hands shake slightly from the exertion and lack of oxygen, emphasizing the struggle. Bubbles indicate he is running out of breath.
0:41underwater cuffs unlocked and surface The camera pulls back slightly to a medium underwater shot, showing the subject's full upper body. With a final effort, the 'RIGHT CUFF' padlock icon also changes to a green checkmark, indicating both cuffs are unlocked. The chain between his wrists is now free. Text overlay briefly appears: 'GOT IT! Now to surface!'. The subject pushes away from the black duffel bag, which remains on the pool floor, and begins to propel himself upwards towards the surface. Bubbles stream rapidly from him as he ascends, signifying relief and urgency to breathe. The clear blue water and sunlight filtering through remain consistent. The timer continues to count up until the video ends.
