Color Changing Deck Routines by Drew Perry

Effect

The Color Changing Deck Routines with Bricked by Drew Perry create a visually stunning transformation where a standard deck of cards appears to turn into a deck of Lego bricks. The audience sees a magician performing with a normal deck, only for it to visually change into Lego-themed cards, complete with Lego-style court cards and back designs. The climax involves the entire deck physically transforming into a solid Lego block, leaving spectators amazed.

Full Details

Bricked is a custom-designed deck of cards that mimics Lego bricks in appearance. The deck includes:

• Lego-themed playing cards with court cards resembling Lego minifigures.
• A solid Lego block gimmick that matches the size and shape of a standard deck, allowing seamless switches.
• Custom gaff cards for additional routines, including visual changes, mentalism reveals, and runaway joker-style effects.

The effect works by switching the deck for the Lego block at a key moment, creating the illusion that the cards have physically transformed. The deck can also be used for various card routines, such as color changes, ambitious card, and sandwich effects.

Who Should Consider the Trick

• Close-up magicians looking for a visually deceptive and engaging prop.
• Performers who work with mixed-age audiences, as Lego has universal appeal.
• Card magicians wanting to expand their repertoire with a unique twist on classic routines.
• Mentalists who can incorporate the gaff cards for reveals and predictions.

Difficulty

The trick is designed to be accessible to magicians of different skill levels:

• Beginner-friendly: Some routines require minimal sleight of hand, such as simple deck switches or self-working gaff card reveals.
• Intermediate to advanced: More complex handlings involve deck switches, color changes, and ambitious card sequences.
• Performance tips are included to help with misdirection and smooth execution.

Craig Petty notes that the deck switch is easier than similar tricks (like Omni Deck) because the Lego block closely resembles a real deck, making the deception more natural.

What Magicians Say

• Craig Petty calls Bricked "one of the best hard tricks" he’s seen and praises its versatility for routines like color-changing decks and ambitious card.
• Drew Perry, the creator, emphasizes that the deck was designed for real-world performance, with input from Craig to refine the routines.
• Performers at Blackpool Magic Convention 2024 reportedly sold out of the trick quickly, indicating strong demand.
• Chris Congreave demonstrates how easily the deck can be incorporated into existing routines, calling it a "game-changer" for close-up magic.

The combination of visual impact, audience engagement, and multiple performance options makes Bricked a standout product for magicians looking to add a fresh, deceptive effect to their sets.