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Key Card Technique by MattMcGurk

Created by: MattMcGurk

Key Card Technique is a close-up card magic trick that uses a borrowed, shuffled deck with no setup required. A spectator freely selects a card through a clever force system, and the magician then reveals it using three random predictions that spell or count directly to the chosen card. This self-working routine involves no difficult sleight of hand, making it ideal for impromptu performances and suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to professionals, promising to deliver high-impact, deceptive magic that can fool even experienced magicians.

Key features

  • No setup required and works with any shuffled deck

  • Uses a key card technique and force system for a free card selection

  • Self-working with no difficult sleight of hand

  • Suitable for beginners and professionals

  • Involves three random predictions to spell or count to the chosen card

Pros

  • Easy to master and perform

  • Can be done with a borrowed deck

  • Produces strong reactions and is highly deceptive

Cons

  • May rely on specific conditions for the force to work effectively

  • Limited to card-based revelations without additional variations

Effect

The Key Card Technique trick makes a spectator choose a card freely from a shuffled deck. The magician then uses three random predictions to spell or count directly to the chosen card. The audience sees an impossible match between the predictions and the selected card.

Full details

This trick uses a key card method and a force system. It works with any shuffled deck and requires no setup. The method allows a spectator to make a genuine free selection. The magician then uses three different predictions to spell or count to the chosen card. The routine is self-working and uses no difficult sleight of hand.

Who should consider the trick

This trick suits beginners and professionals. It works for performers who want a strong effect with a borrowed deck. It is for magicians who prefer self-working methods. MattMcGurk states it is accessible for both beginners and seasoned performers.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is designed to be easy to perform. It requires no difficult sleight of hand. It is entirely self-working. MattMcGurk confirms it is accessible for beginners and requires zero pre-performance setup.

What magicians say

MattMcGurk says the trick "completely fooled him despite his professional background." He calls it "incredibly deceptive" and states it will "fool anyone, even pro magicians." He emphasizes that it delivers "insane reactions" and makes the performer look like a seasoned professional.

What people are saying about Key Card Technique

MattMcGurk says...

This routine is designed to be performed with any shuffled deck and requires no difficult sleight of hand, making it accessible for both beginners and seasoned performers. [...] The creator emphasizes that this method is incredibly deceptive and will 'fool anyone, even pro magicians.'

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