Brainy by Craig Petty

Effect

The 'Brainy' trick by Craig Petty is a clean and examinable version of the classic 'Brainwave' card trick. A spectator selects a card from a blue deck, while a red deck contains a prediction. When the red deck is revealed, the only blue-backed card in it is the spectator's chosen card, while the rest of the cards are blank. This creates a strong visual impact and leaves the audience amazed.

Full details

'Brainy' uses two decks of cards: one for the spectator to select a card and another for the prediction. The trick is designed to be fair, with no gimmicks or rough-and-smooth techniques involved. The selection process is straightforward, and the reveal is clean and examinable. The only blue-backed card in the red deck is the spectator's chosen card, while the rest of the cards are blank. This makes the trick highly visual and impactful.

Who should consider the trick

'Brainy' is ideal for magicians who want a clean and examinable version of the 'Brainwave' trick. It is suitable for performers who value fairness and strong visual impact in their routines. The trick is also a good choice for those who enjoy using multiple decks in their performances.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty level of 'Brainy' is moderate. It requires handling two decks of cards and some setup time. However, the method is straightforward, and the trick does not involve complex sleight of hand or gimmicks. With practice, most magicians should be able to perform 'Brainy' effectively.

What magicians say

Magic-tv describes 'Brainy' as a clean and examinable version of the 'Brainwave' trick, emphasizing its fairness and strong visual impact. They note that the trick uses two decks and requires some setup time but highlight its examinable nature and lack of gimmicks as significant advantages. The trick is part of a larger release on The Netrix, which includes many other magic tricks.