How to Make Ddakji

Ddakji (딱지) is a traditional Korean game that gained worldwide popularity through Squid Game. Here's a step-by-step guide to make your own ddakji.

Video Tutorial

Materials Needed

  • Colored paper (preferably thick paper)
  • Scissors
  • Ruler
  • Patience

Steps

  1. Start with a square paper

    • Cut your paper into a perfect square
    • Standard size is about 10cm x 10cm
  2. Fold the paper

    • Fold the square in half diagonally to make a triangle
    • Unfold and repeat with the other diagonal
    • You should have creases forming an X
  3. Create the base

    • Fold each corner to the center point where the diagonals meet
    • You should now have a smaller square
  4. Final folds

    • Fold two opposite sides to the middle
    • Repeat with the remaining sides
    • Tuck the corners in
  5. Practice throwing

    • Hold your ddakji at a slight angle
    • Aim to hit your opponent's ddakji with a quick, sharp motion

Tips for Playing

  • The goal is to flip your opponent's ddakji
  • Practice makes perfect
  • Different paper thickness will affect performance

Remember to always play safely and have fun!