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Color Magic by BigBlindMedia

Created by: BigBlindMedia

Color Magic is a captivating card trick that combines elements of color designation and mathematical prediction, creating a strong illusion of fairness and free choice. Spectators are given the seemingly free choice to designate cards as red or black, with the trick culminating in a reveal that all designated colors are correct and the sum of the remaining cards matches a previously predicted number. This trick is ideal for close-up or parlour magic, appealing to those who enjoy puzzles and mathematical principles in their magic. Buyers should note that presentation is crucial to sell the illusion of randomness and fairness.

Key features

  • Combines color magic with mathematical prediction

  • Creates a strong illusion of fairness and free choice

  • Ideal for close-up or parlour magic

  • Presentation is key to the trick's success

  • Accessible to a wide range of magicians

Pros

  • Engaging and interactive for spectators

  • Simple to perform once the method is understood

  • Offers a compelling blend of visual and mental magic

Cons

  • Requires careful presentation to maintain the illusion of free choice

  • May not be suitable for those looking for purely visual tricks

Effect

The trick Color Magic creates a strong illusion of fairness and prediction. A spectator freely chooses whether cards are red or black. The performer separates the cards based on these choices. At the end, every card the spectator called red is actually red, and every card they called black is indeed black. Additionally, the remaining cards add up to a number the magician predicted beforehand.

Full Details

The trick uses a standard deck or a carefully arranged sequence. The spectator designates cards as red or black, believing their choices are completely free. The performer places the chosen cards aside while keeping others in reserve. The final reveal shows that the spectator’s designations were correct, and the leftover cards sum to a predicted number.

The method likely involves mathematical principles or a structured deck setup. Presentation is crucial—the spectator must believe their choices are random. The trick is designed to be simple to perform once the method is understood.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick suits magicians who enjoy mathematical or prediction-based effects. It works well for close-up or casual performances. Beginners can learn it quickly, but experienced performers can enhance it with strong presentation.

Difficulty

The trick is not technically demanding. The challenge lies in selling the illusion of free choice. The method is straightforward, making it accessible to most skill levels.

What Magicians Say

BigBlindMedia describes the trick as a blend of color magic and mathematical prediction. They emphasize the importance of making the spectator believe their choices are free. The video suggests the trick is engaging and easy to perform once the method is known.

The creator highlights the spectator’s role in the trick: "The Spectator decides if one is red or if one is black... completely free choice." The reveal is designed to be surprising, proving both color accuracy and a predicted sum.

The trick is presented as a strong, self-working effect that relies on presentation rather than complex sleight of hand.

What people are saying about Color Magic

BigBlindMedia says...

The trick’s success hinges on the perception of randomness. The spectator's choices are not truly random, but are guided by the performer's setup. [...] The reveal showcases that the cards designated as red are indeed red, and the cards designated as black are indeed black.

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