Half & Half by Kimoon Do

Effect

The Half & Half trick is a visually engaging routine that combines a folding matrix with a triple prediction. The magician presents a set of half-cards, which the spectator mixes and arranges into a grid. After a series of folding and turning actions chosen by the spectator, the magician reveals three predictions that match the final outcome perfectly. The climax shows a chosen card appearing exactly as predicted, despite the spectator making all the decisions.

Full Details

Half & Half uses a set of specially prepared half-cards that fit inside a small wallet. The spectator shuffles and arranges the cards into a 4x4 grid. They then choose which sides to fold, creating a seemingly random pattern. Despite their free choices, the magician’s predictions—written before the trick began—match the final result exactly. The routine includes:

• A prediction of how many cards will remain face down.
• A correct guess of a specific card (e.g., the Jack of Hearts).
• A final reveal where a mismatched half-card transforms into the exact predicted card.

The trick is examinable at the end, with no setup or reset required.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Half & Half is ideal for magicians who:

• Enjoy self-working or low-sleight tricks.
• Want a visually striking routine that stands out from standard card tricks.
• Perform in settings with table space (not ideal for walkaround).
• Appreciate strong audience interaction and decision-based magic.

Difficulty

The trick is completely self-working, requiring no sleight of hand. The only challenge is memorizing the folding sequence, which is clearly explained in the tutorial. Beginners and experienced magicians alike can perform it with minimal practice.

What Magicians Say

Craig Petty from Magic TV praised Half & Half, calling it "very baffling" and awarding it 95%. He highlighted:

• The strong triple prediction structure, which builds suspense.
• The examinable nature of the props with no reset needed.
• The visual appeal of the half-cards, which immediately grab attention.

He noted the only drawbacks are the need for table space and the fixed outcome (though the prediction card can be customized with extra effort). Overall, he plans to add it to his close-up set, calling it a "great idea" with strong commercial potential.