Defaced by Martin Breassas

Effect

'Defaced' by Martin Breassas is a card trick that creates a series of stunning visual transformations. The deck first turns face up, then a selected card is revealed. Next, the entire deck changes color from blue to red. Finally, the faces of the cards go completely blank. The effect is highly visual and leaves the audience with multiple moments of surprise.

Full details

The trick uses a specially printed deck from the United States Playing Card Company. It is designed as a multi-phase routine, with each phase building on the previous one to create a cumulative impact. The deck is not examinable, which is a limitation, but the visual transformations are strong enough to compensate for this. The trick requires minimal sleight of hand, making it accessible to a wide range of performers.

Who should consider the trick

'Defaced' is ideal for beginners or those looking for a visually impactful card trick that is easy to perform. It is also suitable for magicians who want a multi-phase routine that delivers multiple moments of surprise. However, those who prioritize examinability in their tricks may find this aspect lacking.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is beginner-friendly and requires minimal sleight of hand. The multi-phase routine is straightforward to execute, making it accessible to performers of all skill levels. The visual impact is achieved through the specially printed deck, reducing the need for complex techniques.

What magicians say

Magic-tv notes that 'Defaced' is easy to perform but criticizes its lack of examinability. They describe it as a card trick where the deck turns blank, highlighting its simplicity but pointing out the limitation of the deck not being examinable. AlakazamMagicUK praises the trick for its multi-phase routine and visual impact. They mention that it is beginner-friendly and uses a custom-printed deck, though they also acknowledge the non-examinable deck as a slight drawback. Both reviewers agree on the trick's strong visual appeal and ease of use.