You are an inventor. Each card shows two random objects. Combine them into one product that solves a real problem. Name it, say what it does, who would buy it, and why the world needs it.

1. Define the problem your product solves — in one sentence
2. Describe your product and how it works — keep it simple enough for a child to understand
3. Identify your target customer — who are they, how old, what do they care about
4. Set your price and explain why — too cheap looks amateur, too expensive needs justification
5. Name one competitor and explain why you are different or better

• The Entrepreneur

  You are pitching YOUR product — the one you invented at the start of the lesson. You must present: the problem it solves, how it works, who buys it, your price, and why you need €200,000.

  Must use: Use the pitch structure from the Lesson Board: hook → problem → solution → market → ask. Know your numbers — make them up if you have to, but make them sound realistic. Handle every question with confidence.

• The Tough Shark

  You have invested in 60 companies. You are blunt and fast. You look for numbers, not stories.

  Must use: Ask: "What's your unit cost?", "Who's your competitor?", "What stops a big company from copying this?" If you like the idea, offer a tough deal: €200,000 for 30%, not 15%. Your real concern: your last three investments failed. You need a winner.

• The Market Shark

  You focus on customers and market size. You don't care about the product — you care about demand.

  Must use: Ask: "How do you know people will buy this?", "Have you tested it with real customers?", "What's your market size?" If the entrepreneur can't prove demand, you're out. Your real concern: you missed investing in a unicorn last year because you thought the market was too small. You don't want to make that mistake again.

• The Gut-Feeling Shark

  You invest in people, not spreadsheets. You want passion, authenticity, and a founder who won't quit when it gets hard.

  Must use: Ask personal questions: "Why you?", "What happens if this fails — do you have a Plan B?", "Tell me about a time you almost gave up." If the founder is honest and passionate, you'll invest even if the numbers are weak. Your real concern: you backed a charismatic founder last year who turned out to be a fraud. You want genuine, not polished.

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  That's a great question — here's how we see it. We've actually thought about that, and our strategy is... I appreciate the honesty — let me respond to that directly. The numbers speak for themselves... If we had more time, I'd walk you through... We're confident because... That's exactly why we need this investment — to... I'd rather be honest with you now than overpromise.

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  Pressure

  The Tough Shark says: "I'll give you the €200,000 right now. But I want 40% equity and a board seat. You have 30 seconds to decide or I'm out. Clock starts now."

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  Revelation

  The Friendly Shark shows their phone: "I just searched your product on Amazon. There are already three similar bottles priced at €29. What's your response?"

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  Twist

  A third shark (played by the tutor) suddenly says: "I'm not investing money. But I'll give you free manufacturing in my factory for two years — saving you approximately €300,000. In exchange, I want 20% equity and exclusive production rights." This is a completely different kind of deal. Do you take it?

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  Crisis

  The Tough Shark asks: "Be honest — have either of you ever failed at a business before?" One entrepreneur has a failed startup they didn't mention in the pitch. The other knows about it. Do you tell the truth?

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  Decision

  Two sharks make offers simultaneously. Shark A: €200,000 for 25% equity. Shark B: €150,000 for 15% equity plus their personal network of 500 retail contacts. Less money but better connections. You can only choose one. How do you decide — and how do you reject the other without burning the bridge?

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  Constraint

  The Tough Shark says: "Before I make my final offer, I want to see a live demo. Show me the app right now." Your app has a known bug — the reminder notification sometimes fires twice. Do you demo and hope it works, explain the bug upfront, or refuse the demo?

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  Opportunity

  After the formal pitch, the Friendly Shark pulls you aside: "Off the record — I love this product. But the bottle market is small. What if we pivoted to a full hydration platform — an app with subscriptions, partnerships with gyms, corporate wellness packages? I'd invest €500,000 for that version. Are you interested?" This is triple the money but a completely different business.

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  Twist

  As you're about to shake hands on a deal, the Tough Shark's phone rings. They step away, come back and say: "Sorry — my team just told me we invested in a direct competitor yesterday. I legally can't invest in you. I'm out." Your best offer just disappeared. Do you take the remaining offer which is worse, or walk away with nothing?

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