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J30 ACAAN

J30ACAAN is a stunning mentalism and close-up magic trick where a spectator freely selects any card and any number (e.g., the Jack of Hearts and 30). The magician then deals the deck face down, and the spectator's chosen card appears exactly at their selected number—no sleight of hand, gimmicks, or prearrangement required. This trick is performed with a regular deck, making it impromptu and highly deceptive. The climax is a jaw-dropping moment of impossibility, leaving audiences questioning how such a feat could be possible. Perfect for mentalism performers or magicians looking for a clean, foolproof ACAAN (Any Card at Any Number) routine.

Key features

  • No gimmicks or sleight of hand required

  • Uses a regular deck for impromptu performances

  • Fully customizable with variations and bonus tips

  • Ideal for mentalism and close-up magic

Pros

  • Pure mentalism with no setup

  • Highly deceptive and foolproof

  • Endless customization options

  • Works with any spectator

Cons

  • Requires purchasing the tutorial to learn the method

Effect

The J30ACAAN trick is a mentalism effect where a spectator freely chooses any card and any number. The magician then deals the deck to that exact number, revealing the spectator's chosen card in that position. The entire process happens with no sleight of hand or gimmicks, using a regular deck. The kicker moment leaves the audience stunned, as the card appears exactly where predicted.

Full details

J30ACAAN is a pure mentalism trick that works with any borrowed deck. The spectator selects a card through a series of free choices, including color, suit, and value. They also pick a number through a random mathematical process. The magician never touches the deck during the selection phase. The spectator deals the cards themselves, counting to their chosen number, where their card appears. The method requires no gimmicks, forcing, or sleight of hand, making it highly practical for impromptu performances.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who want a strong mentalism effect with minimal setup. It suits performers who prefer impromptu magic and dislike carrying gimmicked decks. Mentalists will appreciate the clean, psychological approach. Beginners can learn it easily since it requires no advanced sleight of hand. Professionals will enjoy the customization options and the strong audience reaction.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

J30ACAAN is easy to perform from a technical standpoint. The method relies on psychology rather than manual dexterity, making it accessible to beginners. The hardest part is delivering the presentation convincingly. The performer must guide the spectator through the selection process naturally. The tutorial provides detailed instructions on handling different spectator choices and maximizing the impact.

What magicians say

ReidFerry demonstrated J30ACAAN live at the Blackpool Magic Convention 2025, calling it "pure mentalism magic." He emphasized that the trick is fully impromptu and uses a regular deck. The effect leaves spectators questioning whether it was chance, coincidence, or fate. The tutorial includes a 50+ minute breakdown of the method, variations, and performance tips. The main advantage is the lack of gimmicks or sleight of hand, allowing endless customization. The only downside is that the method is not revealed without purchasing the tutorial.

What people are saying about J30 ACAAN

ReidFerry says...

This ACAAN trick is pure mentalism magic: a spectator picks any card and any number, and the deck is dealt to reveal their card exactly at that position, all without sleight of hand or gimmicks.

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