One Hand.
Full Control.
ERCHAM (AIR-kam) MK1 combines a gaming keypad and built-in optical mouse in one ambidextrous device, so you can move, aim, click, and press keys with one hand.
Designed for one-handed gamers and PC users, including amputees, people with limb differences, and people with limited use of one arm.
- Built-In Optical Mouse
- Fully Ambidextrous Design
- Modular Thumb Clusters
- Patent Pending
Targeting an October 2026 Kickstarter launch (hopefully around Halloween), pending prototype testing.
The Kickstarter launch is when the campaign opens for backing. Product delivery comes later, after the campaign and production.
What is ERCHAM?
First off, the name ERCHAM comes from Erchamion, "air KAH-m i-on", an Elvish word meaning "one-handed." It felt right: a name rooted in resilience, with a modern, tech-forward edge.
ERCHAM MK1 is a one-handed gaming and productivity controller that combines a gaming keypad with a built-in optical mouse, so you can move, aim, click, and press keys without a second input device.
Whether you're a gamer adapting to a new reality, someone born with a limb difference, or simply seeking the ultimate in ergonomic efficiency, ERCHAM was designed with you in mind.
True One-Handed Gaming
Reach the keys, analog stick, and built-in mouse with a single hand. No second device required.
Accessibility First
Built for gamers with limb differences, injuries, or conditions that affect hand mobility. Dignity through design.
Beyond Gaming
Seamlessly transition from intense gaming sessions to productive work. One device, endless possibilities.
Performance Driven
Built around an optical mouse sensor, programmable keys, and a strap-stabilized grip. Performance specifications are planned and will be confirmed through prototype testing.
Modular Thumb Cluster System
Dedicated left- and right-hand thumb modules slide onto their respective sides, so one device works for either hand. One device. One SKU.
Fully Ambidextrous by Design
Unlike traditional gaming keypads that lock users into a left-handed or right-handed layout, ERCHAM features removable modular thumb clusters designed specifically for each side of the device.
The left-hand thumb cluster and right-hand thumb cluster can be attached or removed independently, allowing users to configure ERCHAM for the hand they use.
Whether you're left-handed, right-handed, or need the flexibility to switch between configurations, ERCHAM adapts to you - not the other way around.
Removable, slide-on thumb clusters configure the ERCHAM MK1 for left- or right-handed use. Each cluster puts an analog stick, dedicated space bar, and primary left-click button within easy reach of your thumb while your fingers control the keys.
One Hand. Full Control.
Why It Matters
- One device for either hand
- No separate left-hand and right-hand models
- Easier manufacturing and lower cost
- Better accessibility for amputees and mobility-limited users
- Future-proof modular design
The result is a truly ambidextrous gaming and productivity controller built around the user instead of forcing the user to adapt to the hardware.
Explore Every Angle
Get an intimate look at the ERCHAM MK1 from every perspective. See the precision engineering and thoughtful design that makes true one-handed control possible.
360 View - Full Rotation
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Underside Detail
Explore the precision engineering up close
Horizontal Profile
See the ERCHAM MK1 from every angle
See ERCHAM In Action
Explore our collection of product renders showcasing the ERCHAM MK1 in all its stunning color variants and angles.
Arctic White - Hero Angle
Arctic White - Front Keys
Arctic White - Side Profile
Arctic White - Front Strap
Arctic White - Front View
Arctic White - Side Detail
Arctic White - Top Down
Arctic White - Rear View
Digital Camo - Front Keys
Digital Camo - Hero Angle
Digital Camo - Side Profile
Digital Camo - Front Strap
Digital Camo - Front View
Digital Camo - Low Profile
Digital Camo - Top Down
Digital Camo - Rear View
Royal Purple - Front View
Royal Purple - Hero Angle
Royal Purple - Side Profile
Royal Purple - Front Strap
Royal Purple - Top Down
Royal Purple - Low Profile
Royal Purple - Rear View
Crimson Red - Hero Angle
Crimson Red - Front Keys
Crimson Red - Side Profile
Crimson Red - Front Strap
Crimson Red - Front View
Crimson Red - Low Profile
Crimson Red - Top Down
Crimson Red - Rear View
Interstellar - Hero Angle
Interstellar - Front Keys
Interstellar - Low Profile
Interstellar - Front Strap
Interstellar - Front Logo
Interstellar - Side Profile
Interstellar - Top Down
Interstellar - Rear View
Stealth - Hero Angle
Stealth - Top Down
Stealth - Front Keys
Stealth - Low Profile
Stealth - Front Strap
Stealth - Front Logo
Stealth - Side Profile
Stealth - Rear View
Why ERCHAM Stands Apart
ERCHAM combines a gaming keypad, a built-in optical mouse, a strap-stabilized grip, and modular thumb clusters for either hand in a single device.
"I set out to build a device that lets people with limb differences work and play with either hand. Ambidexterity matters to me because if someone in my situation only had use of their other arm, most existing devices would be useless. The Razer Tartarus, for example, is left-hand only, has no mouse, and no way to stabilize your hand. The Azeron Cyro points in the right direction, but each unit is built for one specific hand."
ERCHAM was designed to solve all of that: one device, either hand, real mouse control, and a strap-stabilized grip built for true one-handed use.
Built-In Mouse
No more reaching for a separate mouse. The integrated precision sensor gives you complete cursor control at your fingertips.
True One-Handed Control
Unlike keypads that still require a mouse, ERCHAM delivers complete independence. Everything you need, in one hand.
Ambidextrous Design
Whether you're left or right-handed, ERCHAM adapts to you. Truly universal design for everyone.
Strap-Stabilized Grip
A strap holds your hand to the device, so control doesn't depend on grip strength alone.
Accessibility at Core
Not an afterthought. Accessibility is the foundation. Designed from day one for limb differences and mobility challenges.
Gaming + Productivity
From competitive gaming to daily workflow, ERCHAM transitions seamlessly. One device for your entire digital life.
From Loss to Legend
The moment everything changed.
In 2020, a motorcycle accident left Joe Tomasulo's right arm paralyzed, and he later underwent amputation. Gaming, something that had been part of his identity, suddenly felt like it belonged to a past life.
Recovery meant more than healing. It meant surviving on disability, living paycheck to paycheck, and rebuilding a sense of purpose from nothing.
Finding nothing on the market that didn't demand two hands, he took matters into his own. He glued a mouse sensor to a Razer Tartarus, strapped his arm to it, and reclaimed his control.
"Erchamion", from Tolkien's Elvish, meaning "The One-Handed."Like Beren Erchamion who lost his hand to a wolf but achieved the impossible.
That first prototype wasn't elegant. It was duct tape, desperation, and defiance. But it worked. And for the first time since the accident, the future felt possible again.
What started as a desperate hack for survival is evolving into the ERCHAM MK1: a purpose-built design now heading into official prototype testing.
ERCHAM MK1 is coming to Kickstarter.
Empathy
Born from lived experience
Purpose
Built from necessity, not convenience
Resilience
Forged through adversity
From Concept to Reality
ERCHAM isn't vaporware. It's a proven concept with real prototypes and real results.We're currently building the official prototype and targeting an October 2026 Kickstarter launch (hopefully around Halloween), pending prototype testing.
I worked alongside friends and talented 3D artists to refine the model to where it is today, building and iterating across professional industry tools.
Development Roadmap
Concept & Research
Initial research into one-handed control ergonomics, user needs assessment, and competitive analysis.
Official Prototype
Functional prototype built, with hands-on testing and design refinement next.
Testing & Refinement
Extensive testing with gamers, accessibility advocates, and people with limb differences. Iterating based on feedback.
Kickstarter Launch
Opening the Kickstarter campaign, targeted for October 2026 pending prototype testing. Manufacturing and delivery follow after the campaign.
ERCHAM MK1: Initial Functional Prototype
Early Development BuildOur first functional prototype is built for hands-on testing of the controls, mouse tracking, and ergonomics. This early build focuses on functionality, with further testing and refinement ahead. The development team plans to provide a slimmer, more polished version later in October, moving closer to the design shown in our website renders.
Actual prototype photos. Design and finish remain subject to refinement.
Optical mouse sensor: PixArt PMW3389DM-T3QU, confirmed by the development team.
Our Partners
Manufacturing and prototyping specialists helping bring the official ERCHAM prototype to life.
Talented 3D artist who helped refine and perfect the ERCHAM model design.
Featured ERCHAM in a YouTube Short that racked up over 1.6 million views, spreading the word about one-handed gaming.
Developer and content creator behind Moddo, lending technical expertise and reach to help push ERCHAM forward.
City Editor at LOUtoday who covered ERCHAM in a feature article, bringing local news coverage to the project.
Graphic artist who designed the promotional graphics and visuals used across the ERCHAM website.
Graphic artist behind Graphic Cooking Lab, contributing promotional design work for ERCHAM.
More partners joining as we head toward launch.
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See It In Action
Watch Joe playing Halo using the ERCHAM MK1 Tartarus proof of concept with one hand.
Join the Conversation
See the original post that started it all on r/disabledgamers and join the community discussion about adaptive gaming.
View Reddit PostMaking Waves Worldwide
From viral Reddit posts to international media coverage, ERCHAM is capturing attention and changing the conversation around accessible gaming.
Featured In
Disabled gamer prototypes true one-handed keyboard-and-mouse controller
After Losing His Arm in a Crash, He Built the Controller No One Made
Amputee builds one-handed gaming controller after losing right arm
Gamer who lost arm built one-handed controller
Lo de este jugador es digno de elogio: perdio su brazo en un accidente
MK1 Controller - One-Handed Gaming Innovation
ERCHAM: Gaming y productividad para una sola mano
Local news coverage of disability gaming innovation
Amputee Gamer Builds ERCHAM MK1: A One-Handed Keyboard-and-Mouse Controller
Viral post on r/pcmasterrace with millions of views
Louisville creator builds the ERCHAM one-handed controller
What People Are Saying
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Targeting an October 2026 Kickstarter launch (hopefully around Halloween), pending prototype testing.
The Kickstarter launch is when the campaign opens for backing. Product delivery comes later, after the campaign and production. Early-bird pricing will be announced before launch.
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