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Card Table Index by Daniel Madison and O'Hare

Created by: Daniel Madison, O'Hare

Card Table Index is a close-up magic utility device designed for magicians performing at a card table. It serves as a modern adaptation of classic holdout principles, allowing for the secret control, loading, or stealing of cards during seated table routines. Spectators will see seamless card manipulations without detecting the device, enhancing effects like card switches or forces. Buyers should note that this is a specialized tool requiring integration into table-based performances and is the result of a collaboration between Daniel Madison and O'Hare, marketed as 'The Mad Holdout'.

Key features

  • Modern take on classic holdout principles for card magic

  • Designed for enhancing table work and card control in seated routines

  • Utility device that integrates secretly into card table performances

Pros

  • Enhances table work and card control

  • Modern adaptation of reliable holdout techniques

  • Seamless integration into seated performances

Cons

  • Full functionality details not fully explained in promotions

  • May require practice to integrate effectively into routines

Effect

The Card Table Index creates the appearance that a magician has complete control over cards while seated at a table. The performer can handle cards naturally, with no suspicious movements. Cards seem to appear, vanish, or change at the magician's fingertips without any visible method. The device allows for impossible card controls and transformations directly under the spectator's view.

Full details

The Card Table Index is a utility device for card magic performed at a table. It is a modern version of classic holdout principles. The device helps magicians secretly control, load, or steal cards during a performance. It integrates into seated, table-based card routines. The tool was created through a collaboration between Daniel Madison and O'Hare. It is designed specifically to enhance table work and card control for magicians.

Who should consider the trick

Magicians who perform card magic while seated at a table should consider the Card Table Index. It is for performers who want to improve their card control during close-up table routines. This device suits magicians interested in utility tools that assist with secret card maneuvers. It is ideal for those who appreciate modern adaptations of classic magic principles.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Card Table Index is a utility device, not a sleight of hand technique. Its difficulty depends on the user's ability to integrate tools into their performance. Proper setup and practice are required for smooth operation. The device is designed for seamless use during table work. Performers must practice to make the tool appear natural and undetectable.

What magicians say

Daniel Madison describes the Card Table Index as a clever tool for enhancing table work. He states it is a modern take on classic holdout principles. Madison promotes the device as a collaboration between himself and O'Hare. He notes its purpose is to aid in the secret control of cards during a seated performance. The device is presented as a utility for magicians looking to improve their card table routines.

What people are saying about Card Table Index

Daniel Madison says...

The Card Table Index is a modern take on classic holdout principles, designed for enhancing table work and card control.

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