Everybody knows that Thanksgiving is a holiday that was conceived by the friendship forged by the Pilgrims and the Native Americans. So for our fall classic here at ED, we decided to set these two longtime friends against each other in everyone’s favorite Thanksgiving pastime, Punkin Chunkin. If these two had to compete to see who could send a pumpkin furthest into the horizon, who would have the edge? Would the Pilgrims advanced tech of the time be enough to surpass the craftiness and ingenuity of the clever Indians? We’re here to break it down.
| Pilgrims | Indians | |
| Strength | Advancements in materials and joinery will definitely play into the hand of the Puritans | Knowledge of the resources available could lead to some tactical advantages |
| Chunker | Look for a well designed fulcrum trebuchet out of the Pilgrim camp, heavily influenced by the work of the great European inventors of the 15th century | The Natives are certainly known for their bow skills, and this would be no exception with a sturdy and reliable bow action catapult |
| Pumpkin | We’d say that the newfound Bostonians would most likely use a variety of the winter squash due to the compliments of low-calories and high fiber! | We believe the Indians would use a field pumpkin to get a good weight distribution and keep things classic |
PILGRIMS: Also known as Team Cape Cod Chunkers, the Pilgrims will certainly look to show off their superior chunkin ability on the Indians home turf. Watch for integrations from the Santa Maria, because the third ship was pretty much expendable anyways. Possible decorations for their chunker may include a triple black paintjob with white trim, and a well stocked assortment of pies and fresh dairy. But no buckles!!! Pilgrims never had buckles!!!
INDIANS: The Indians, better known as Team Bowin’ Chunks will try and defend their home field by showing those Pilgrims whose chief. No illegal immigrant is going to come to their country and out chunk them! It is sure to be a festive display for Bowin’ Chunks as their catapult could be decorated with accessories such as a full head dress, the Florida State fight song as entrance music, and a reservation to the winners podium. Just hope those bleepin Cubs don’t show up.
No doubt this is going to be a chunk to remember. Leave a comment and let us know what you think!
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