A Very Loose Interpretation of Taskmaster -- the Home Edition

You’re in.

At some point soon, you will receive a sealed task. Do not open it early. Do not tamper with it. Do not attempt to outsmart the process before it has begun.

Commit to the bit.

Each task must be completed as it is first attempted. The process is part of the game.

How this works

• Start filming in landscape orientation
• Show the sealed task briefly on camera
• Break the seal
• Read the task out loud in full. The task will end with: Your time starts now. From that moment, your attempt begins.

All the information is on the task.

Roles

• If solo, you are responsible for filming yourself. Ensure you remain visible for most of the task.
• If you have an assistant, they film, and observe. They are not your teammate. They must not offer suggestions or hints.

The assistant can read the task aloud to you if you prefer them to, or you can read it outloud to them and the camera.

Rules

• Only your first attempt counts
• You may not restart, redo, or “just quickly try again”
• You may not pause or stop recording to gain an advantage
• You may leave the camera or change locations if necessary
• Short gaps in filming are allowed (i.e. temporary off-screen activity)
• Do not seek outside help unless explicitly permitted

Filming

Film in landscape orientation.

Make sure what you’re doing is reasonably visible and understandable. Audio should be clear enough to follow your decisions.

Footage that cannot be reasonably used may be sanctioned accordingly.

Beyond that, you are trusted to exercise judgement.

Task Windows, Deadlines & Communications

You will receive the sealed brief. You may open it and begin the task only during the designated task window. You may complete the task anytime within this window, but once the window closes, this task is no longer eligible.

Do not discuss the task with anyone else — including other players — until the task window has ended. Commitment and secrecy are part of the game.

Communications:

• A WhatsApp group chat will be used strictly for announcements.
• Additionally, you will receive an email notification when each task window opens.

The Olympic spirit

This is a game of creativity and commitment based on trust. There are no prizes for technicalities. Do not redo tasks, rehearse outcomes, or optimise. Commit fully. <3