Destiny Deal by Craig Petty

Effect

Destiny Deal is a card trick where a spectator shuffles the deck, selects any card, and thinks of any number. The magician then reveals that the chosen card is exactly at the spectator's selected position in the deck. The trick appears completely fair, with no forces or deck manipulation, making the outcome seem impossible.

Full Details

Destiny Deal is a modern take on the classic "Any Card at Any Number" (ACAAN) effect. It uses a custom gimmicked card that simplifies the process, allowing the magician to perform the trick with minimal sleight of hand. The gimmick is designed to hide in plain sight, often disguised as an instruction card. The trick works with any red-backed Bicycle deck and is examinable before and after the performance.

Key features include:

• The spectator shuffles the deck freely.
• No force is used for the card or number selection.
• The trick can be performed with a borrowed deck.
• It resets instantly, making it ideal for walk-around or table-hopping performances.
• The gimmick is durable but may require simple DIY repairs over time.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Destiny Deal is ideal for magicians who want a strong, self-working ACAAN effect that requires little practice. It suits performers who work in close-up, walk-around, or table-hopping settings. Beginners will appreciate its simplicity, while experienced magicians can use it as a reliable worker trick.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The trick is almost self-working, requiring minimal sleight of hand. The gimmick handles most of the work, making it accessible to magicians of all skill levels. The included 50-minute tutorial covers multiple handlings, including variations with the card face up or face down.

What Magicians Say

• BAM_magic calls it "one of the most commercial any card at any number effects," praising its practicality and instant reset.
• magic-tv highlights its examinability and the clever use of an instruction card as a hook.
• monstermagicshop describes it as a "fun, participatory card trick" with strong audience engagement.
• AlakazamMagicUK emphasizes its commercial appeal, with Wayne Goodman calling it a "smash hit worker’s dream."
• Craig Petty himself claims it "breaks every rule of magic" while remaining foolproof and practical.

Destiny Deal is widely regarded as a strong, easy-to-perform ACAAN effect that delivers powerful reactions from audiences.