Legacy by Vanishing Inc

Effect

Legacy is a magic trick that uses a Himber wallet and aged playing cards to create a mysterious vanishing and reappearing effect. The magician tells a story about a gambling relative who left behind a special wallet with a unique system. The cards seem to change or vanish inside the wallet, creating a surprising moment for the audience. The trick relies heavily on storytelling to make the magic feel real.

Full details

Legacy is an updated version of the older trick called Heirloom. It includes a Himber wallet, a photograph of a gambler (or another character), and a set of aged playing cards. The wallet has a five-way out system, meaning it can produce different results depending on how the magician handles it. The trick is designed to be simple and mostly self-working, though the magician must sell the story to make it convincing.

The wallet locks when closed, which helps with the illusion. The included cards have an old-style design but are new, so some magicians may choose to age them further for a more authentic look. The trick can be performed quickly, but it works best when the magician takes time to build the story.

Who should consider the trick

Legacy is a good choice for magicians who enjoy storytelling and close-up magic. It works well in small, relaxed settings where the audience can focus on the narrative. Mentalists may also like this trick, especially if they adapt it by using ESP cards or a different backstory, as suggested by Gareth.

Magicians who prefer quick, visual tricks without much setup may find Legacy useful, but they should be prepared to invest time in the performance to make it effective.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Legacy is not technically difficult. The wallet does most of the work, and the moves are simple. However, the trick requires strong storytelling skills to make the magic feel real. A magician who rushes through the performance will weaken the effect.

Gareth mentions that the wallet could benefit from being broken in to look more natural, but this is not required for the trick to work.

What magicians say

Gareth from mentalistonashoestring describes Legacy as a "very simple trick that uses a Himber wallet" and praises its self-working nature. He notes that the wallet could be improved by aging it further and dislikes the Vanishing Inc logo inside.

He also suggests creative adaptations for mentalists, such as replacing the playing cards with ESP cards and changing the backstory to involve a scientist or shaman. This makes the trick more versatile for different performance styles.

Overall, Legacy is a solid trick for magicians who enjoy storytelling and want a simple but effective close-up effect.