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Cardtoon by Dan Harlan

Created by: Dan Harlan

Cardtoon is a non-sleight-of-hand card trick that combines visual appeal with clever mechanics, making it accessible to magicians of all skill levels. The trick involves a cartoon-style animation effect with playing cards, creating a memorable and engaging experience for spectators. The new version features improved durability and handling thanks to USPCC stock, refreshed artwork, and is arranged in Mnemonica order for added deception, allowing it to blend seamlessly with other stacked-deck routines.

Key features

  • Self-working or minimal-sleight card trick

  • Printed on USPCC stock for better handling and durability

  • New artwork for refreshed visual appeal

  • Arranged in Mnemonica order for added deception

  • Accessible to a wide range of skill levels

Pros

  • Simple yet impactful

  • Durable and high-quality materials

  • Visually appealing

  • Can be integrated with other stacked-deck routines

Cons

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Effect

Cardtoon is a card trick that creates a surprising and entertaining moment for the audience. A spectator selects a card, and when it is revealed, it appears to transform into a cartoon-style drawing of itself. The effect is visual, unexpected, and often gets strong reactions due to its playful nature.

Full details

Cardtoon is a self-working or minimal-sleight card trick, meaning it requires little to no advanced card handling skills. The new version has been updated with several improvements:

  • Printed on USPCC stock, making the cards more durable and easier to handle.
  • Features new artwork, enhancing the visual appeal.
  • Arranged in Mnemonica order, allowing magicians to incorporate it into stacked-deck routines for added deception.

The trick is designed to be easy to perform while still delivering a strong magical moment.

Who should consider the trick

Cardtoon is ideal for:

  • Beginners who want a reliable trick with minimal sleight of hand.
  • Performers who enjoy visual and interactive card magic.
  • Magicians who use the Mnemonica stack and want to integrate this effect into their routines.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Cardtoon is rated as easy to perform. Since it relies on clever mechanics rather than complex sleights, it is accessible to magicians of all skill levels. Even those with no prior card magic experience can learn and perform it quickly.

What magicians say

Dan Harlan, the creator of Cardtoon, discusses the trick's origins and improvements in a promotional video. He highlights its self-working nature and the benefits of the new version, including better handling and the Mnemonica stack integration.

Magicians appreciate Cardtoon for its simplicity and strong audience reactions. The trick is often recommended for performers who want a fun, visual effect that requires little practice. The Mnemonica stack addition makes it even more deceptive for those who use stacked-deck routines.

For magicians looking for an easy yet impactful card trick, Cardtoon remains a popular choice.

What people are saying about Cardtoon

VanishingIncMagic says...

Dan Harlan reveals the creative process behind Cardtoon, a trick that has gained a strong following for its simplicity and impact. [...] The Mnemonica stack integration is a smart addition, allowing magicians to blend it seamlessly with other stacked-deck routines.

Promotional videos