Melt by Michael Chatlin

Effect

The trick Melt creates a striking visual illusion where a black seven card appears to melt through a red seven. The black card seemingly dissolves, leaving the red card blank or displaying the black seven's pips on its back. The effect happens directly in the spectator's hands, making it highly interactive and baffling.

Full Details

Melt is a self-contained trick that comes with all necessary props, including custom cards and a wallet. No sleight of hand is required, making it accessible to beginners. The trick resets quickly, allowing for repeated performances in walkaround or street magic settings. A detailed instructional video is included, guiding performers through setup and presentation.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for:

• Beginners looking for an easy-to-learn yet visually impressive effect.
• Performers who want a quick, reset-ready trick for walkaround or street magic.
• Magicians seeking interactive effects that happen in the spectator's hands.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

Melt is rated as beginner-friendly, requiring no advanced sleight of hand. The trick relies on custom props and a straightforward method, making it easy to learn from the included video instructions. While simple, proper timing and presentation enhance the effect.

What Magicians Say

• AlakazamMagicUK calls it "visually stunning" and praises its simplicity, stating it "happens right in the spectator's hands."
• Fiddlin' Johnny mentions Melt as a visually striking trick generating buzz, though he hasn’t personally tried it.
• Magic Orthodoxy discusses a different version of Melt (a color change sleight), noting its potential for ambitious card routines but classifying it as intermediate-level.

Overall, Melt is widely recommended for its strong visual impact and ease of use, particularly for beginners and performers who value quick, interactive effects.