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Omni Break by Victor Zatko

Created by: Victor Zatko

Omni Break is a close-up card trick where the deck dramatically breaks into pieces at the climax of an ambitious card routine. The deck, held together by a locking system, falls apart into six pieces when the top card (the locking mechanism) is removed. This visual and tactile surprise can be performed as a standalone piece or integrated into a card routine, with various methods for switching in the gimmicked deck. The trick is designed to leave spectators with a puzzle-like experience as they hold the broken pieces.

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Omni Break (Red) by Victor Zatko from Monster Magic
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Key features

  • Visual and tactile surprise with the deck breaking into pieces

  • Can be performed as a standalone piece or integrated into a card routine

  • Various methods for switching in the gimmicked deck provided

  • Locking system allows the deck to be handled normally before the reveal

Pros

  • Unique and visually striking finale to an ambitious card routine

  • Multiple switching methods cater to different performance styles

  • Can be performed with the deck in play from the beginning for a standalone effect

Cons

  • Fiddly to handle, especially when pocketing the gimmick

  • Requires careful angle management to maintain the illusion

  • Reset can be time-consuming, making it less practical for working magicians

Effect

Omni Break is a card trick finale where a deck of cards appears to break into multiple pieces in the spectator's hands. The effect is often used as the climax of an ambitious card routine. The deck holds together until the magician removes the top card, causing the rest to fall apart dramatically.

Full Details

Omni Break is a gimmicked deck designed by Victor Zatko. It consists of a standard-looking deck that can be handled normally but splits into six puzzle-like pieces when triggered. The gimmick uses a locking system—the top card keeps everything in place until removed.

The trick includes a tutorial covering multiple methods for switching the gimmicked deck into play, some requiring clothing adjustments and others not. It also suggests alternative presentations, such as using it as a breakaway gag where the deck falls apart when a spectator tries to shuffle it.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Omni Break is best suited for magicians who:

  • Perform ambitious card routines and want a fresh, visual finale.
  • Enjoy gimmicked decks and don’t mind resetting between performances.
  • Prefer tricks with strong tactile reactions, as the pieces can be examined after the effect.

Those who dislike handling multiple pieces or need quick resets may find it less practical.

Difficulty

The trick is not technically difficult but requires smooth handling to avoid accidental reveals. The main challenge is the deck switch, which must be executed cleanly. The tutorial provides detailed instructions, making it accessible to intermediate performers.

What Magicians Say

  • Craig (Magic-TV) liked the concept but felt it lacked justification—why does the deck break apart? He also found it fiddlier than the classic Omni Deck.
  • Alex Kirk (Monster Magic Shop) called it a "novel twist" but noted the reset can be cumbersome for working professionals. He suggested performing over a table to avoid dropped pieces.
  • Ryland (Magic-TV) enjoyed the visual impact but wasn’t sure he’d perform it regularly, though he appreciated the breakaway gag idea.

Overall, Omni Break offers a unique, visually striking effect but may not replace more practical finales for some performers.

What people are saying about Omni Break

magic-tv says...

I think that people would react really well to it... I just wish they spent a bit more time on justification.

monstermagicshop says...

A twist on the classic Omni Deck... adding a tactile surprise. Kirk appreciates the novelty but finds it fiddly compared to the original Omni Deck.

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