Brainy Opener
Created by: Craig Petty
Brainy Opener is a close-up card trick where a spectator names any card, and through a magical change, that card is revealed as the only blue-backed one in a red-backed deck. The trick starts with a seemingly ordinary deck, ensuring the spectator sees no blue cards before the surprising transformation. It's a quick, impactful trick that leaves a strong impression, requiring a specific setup with one blue-backed card.
Key features
- Uses a regular deck of cards with one blue-backed card
- Spectator names any card
- Magical change reveals the named card as the only blue-backed one
- Quick and easy to perform
- Strong visual appeal
Pros
- Simple to learn and perform
- Leaves a strong impression on spectators
- Visual and surprising effect
- Can be a great opener for a magic act
Cons
- Requires a specific setup with one blue-backed card
- Limited to one performance per deck setup
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Brainy Opener by Craig Petty | Available To Learn On The Netrix
Craig Petty's 'Brainy Opener' is a standout trick where a spectator names any card, and through a magical change, that card is revealed as the sole blue-backed one in a red-backed deck. Starting with a seemingly ordinary deck, Craig ensures the spectator sees no blue cards before the surprising transformation. He adds a humorous touch by 'fixing' the odd blue card, seamlessly setting up the deck for more magic. This trick is celebrated for its simplicity, visual appeal, and the strong impression it leaves. While it requires a specific setup with one blue-backed card, its effectiveness and ease of performance make it a must-try for magicians looking to add a quick, impactful trick to their act.
Takeaways:
- Brainy Opener is a trick that mimics the brainwave deck effect with a regular deck.
- The trick involves a magical change where the named card becomes the only blue-backed card in a red-backed deck.
- Available to learn on The Netrix platform.
- Praised for its simplicity and visual impact.
- Requires a specific setup with one blue-backed card among red ones.