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Dead Ringer by SeanDevine

Created by: SeanDevine

Dead Ringer is a close-up card trick that involves a spectator selecting a card, which then magically appears at a position in the deck that matches a number they've thought of, without the magician seemingly knowing either the card or the number beforehand. It's a mentalism and card magic hybrid that plays on the spectator's perception and memory, creating a moment of astonishment when their card is revealed at the exact position they were thinking of. Buyers should be comfortable with card controls and forces to perform this trick effectively.

Key features

  • Combines mentalism with card magic for a powerful effect

  • Requires familiarity with card controls and forces

  • Uses a memorized deck or marked deck for advanced versions

  • Can be performed with any deck of cards

  • Highly customizable presentation to fit the performer's style

Pros

  • Creates a strong moment of astonishment

  • Flexible presentation options

  • Does not require gimmicked cards for the basic version

  • Can be adapted for different skill levels

Cons

  • Requires practice to perform smoothly

  • Advanced versions may need a marked or memorized deck

  • The trick's success heavily relies on the performer's ability to misdirect and control the audience's attention

What people are saying about Dead Ringer

SeanDevine says...

Dead Ringer is one of those tricks that plays on the spectator's perception and memory, creating a moment of astonishment when their card is revealed at the exact position they were thinking of. It's a mentalism and card magic hybrid that's both powerful and flexible in presentation.

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