SleightfulHaunted Deck Routine by Les French Twins
Created by: Les French Twins
Key features
Premium build with ultra-premium materials and a custom magnet refined over three years.
Versatile for various performance settings including walkaround, stage, TV, and social media.
Includes Distancia device, custom coin, extra straps, magnets, and a smartwatch sticker.
30-minute tutorial by Theory 11 with multiple camera angles and detailed explanations.
360° performance-friendly with nearly flawless angles.
Coins and props can be examined, though the deck requires minor modifications.
Pros
Super visual, impossible-seeming magic without relying on threads or traditional gimmicks.
Durability and versatility make it a worthwhile investment for serious performers.
Clean, thread-free execution with a high level of interactivity and creativity.
Cons
Must be kept at least 2 feet away from electronics and credit cards due to powerful magnets.
Requires intermediate skill level and comfort with gimmicks.
Premium investment priced at $149.95.
Effect
The Haunted Deck Routine makes a deck of cards appear to move on its own. The deck can cut itself to a chosen card, flip cards face up or down, or even levitate slightly. The effect looks like the deck is haunted or controlled by an unseen force.
Full Details
The routine uses the Distancia device, a high-end magic tool designed to look like a smartwatch. It contains powerful custom magnets that interact with hidden components in the deck. The device is built with premium materials, including a magnet refined over three years for strength and reliability.
The Haunted Deck Routine is part of a larger system that includes other effects, such as moving coins and floating objects. The deck can be handled naturally, and spectators can examine the cards with minor modifications. The device works in walkaround, stage, TV, and social media performances.
Who Should Consider the Trick
This routine is best for intermediate magicians comfortable with gimmicks. It suits performers who want visual, interactive magic without traditional threads or obvious setups. The Distancia device is versatile, making it useful for multiple effects beyond just the Haunted Deck Routine.
Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform
The routine requires intermediate skill. The 30-minute tutorial from Theory 11 provides clear instructions with multiple camera angles. The handling is not overly complex, but familiarity with magnetic gimmicks helps. The device itself is easy to use once set up correctly.
What Magicians Say
Beau from Murphy's Magic Stumped praises the Haunted Deck Routine for its natural handling and impossible effects. He highlights the clean execution and the ability to perform at 360° angles. The tutorial is described as crystal clear, covering basic handling and advanced applications.
The Distancia device is noted for its premium build and strong magnets, though users must keep it away from electronics and credit cards. The haunted deck effect is one of the standout routines, allowing for interactive and mind-blowing performances.
Magicians who enjoy visual, impossible-seeming magic will find this routine a strong addition to their repertoire. The device is durable and versatile, making it a worthwhile investment for serious performers.
What people are saying about Haunted Deck Routine
MurphysMagicSupplies says...
Beau highly recommends Distancia for magicians who want super visual, impossible-seeming magic without relying on threads or traditional gimmicks. [...] The haunted deck routine is another standout, allowing the deck to be handled naturally while still producing impossible effects.
Review videos
Move or vanish items with your mind! | Distancia by Les French Twins | STUMPED review
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