Foiled Again by Bizzaro
Created by: Bizzaro
Key features
Utility gimmick for card reveals
Clever and unique method
Situational and niche application
Requires integration into larger routines for best effect
Pros
Clever core idea
Can be powerful in the right context
Cons
Situational use may not fit all routines
Niche tool with limited broad appeal
Effect
Foiled Again is a magic trick that uses a special gimmick for card reveals. A spectator selects a card. The magician then uses the gimmick to reveal the chosen card in a surprising way. The reveal often involves a foil-like material, creating a unique visual moment for the audience.
Full details
Foiled Again is a utility gimmick. It is a tool designed for a specific purpose in card magic. The gimmick helps a magician reveal a chosen card. The method is clever. The gimmick is not a full routine by itself. It is a component that can be added to a magician's existing card work. The construction is functional for its intended use.
Who should consider the trick
This trick is for magicians who perform card magic. It is best for performers who want a unique reveal method. Craig Petty and Ryland noted it is a niche tool. It is powerful in the right context. Magicians who create their own routines may find it useful. It is for the creative magician looking to add a specific type of reveal to their arsenal. It is less suitable for magicians who prefer complete, ready-to-perform tricks.
Information on how difficult it is to perform
The difficulty level is not high for basic operation. The gimmick works as intended. However, performing Foiled Again well requires thought. A magician must integrate it into a routine smoothly. Craig Petty and Ryland said its use is situational. This means the performer needs to plan where and how to use it. It does not require advanced sleight of hand, but it does require presentational skill to make the moment impactful.
What magicians say
Craig Petty and his son Ryland reviewed Foiled Again. They found the core idea to be clever. They also noted that the gimmick is situational. Craig Petty said, "It was seen as a niche tool that could be powerful in the right context." They advised magicians to consider their own performing style. They suggested asking if the gimmick solves a problem they actually have. Foiled Again was featured in a Magic Live 2025 showcase by Bizzaro, indicating it is recognized within the magic community.
What people are saying about Foiled Again
Bizzaro says...
The title hints at foil-based magic or a playful, self-referential routine.
Craig Petty says...
They noted that while the gimmick works, its use is somewhat situational and might not fit seamlessly into every performer's existing routines. It was seen as a niche tool that could be powerful in the right context.
Review videos
Space Cube, Shanghai Coins, Foiled Again & Seer Pendant | Craig & Ryland's Magic Review Show
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Promotional videos
The Best Tricks of Magic Live 2025
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