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Post It Force by PigCake

Created by: PigCake

Post It Force is a deceptive close-up card magic technique that allows you to force a specific card on a spectator while appearing to give them a completely free choice. The spectator sees you casually handle a borrowed, shuffled deck, then asks them to name a number or simply think of a card. Through natural-looking deck handling that disguises a clever cull and control action, you ensure they end up with your predetermined card. This is not a standalone trick but a utility move designed to set up predictions, thought-of-card effects, or mentalism routines where you need to know which card the spectator is thinking of. Buyers should know it requires practice to make the handling look natural and works best when integrated into a broader routine with strong presentation.

Key features

  • Requires no difficult sleight of hand, making it accessible for all skill levels

  • Can be performed with a borrowed, shuffled deck, enhancing the illusion of fairness

  • Uses a cull and control method disguised as casual deck handling

  • Relies on misdirection and natural handling for deception

  • Designed as a utility move for setting up predictions or thought-of-card effects

  • Works well with psychological or mathematical premises in presentation

  • Practical alternative to more common forcing techniques like the Hindu Shuffle Force or Classic Force

Pros

  • Simple and effective method with high deceptive potential

  • Can be performed impromptu with any deck

  • Integrates seamlessly into routines without raising suspicion

  • Adds a layer of impossibility when done after spectator shuffles

  • Clear tutorial available with step-by-step instructions

Cons

  • Requires practice to avoid stiffness in handling

  • Not a standalone trick—needs to be part of a larger effect

  • May not be suitable for performers who prefer more direct forcing methods

Effect

The Post It Force makes a spectator believe they have a completely free choice of any card from a shuffled deck. The magician can then reveal they knew the selected card in advance.

Full details

The Post It Force is a card force. It is a method to control which card a spectator will choose. The method uses a cull and control action. This action looks like casual deck handling. The force works with a borrowed deck. The deck can be shuffled by the spectator. The method is designed to be a utility move. It sets up other effects like predictions.

Who should consider the trick

This force is good for magicians of all skill levels. It is good for performers who want a simple force. It is useful for magicians who perform with borrowed decks. It is a strong choice for those who do mentalism or prediction effects.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Post It Force is not difficult. It requires no complex sleight of hand. The main challenge is making the actions look natural. Practice is needed to achieve a smooth flow. The performer must avoid stiff or rehearsed movements. PigCake says practicing the flow until it feels natural is important.

What magicians say

PigCake loved this force. He said it is simple and effective. He noted it can be performed with a borrowed, shuffled deck. He called it a practical and deceptive method. PigCake recommends using it with a psychological or mathematical premise. He said it is a valuable alternative to more common forcing techniques.

What people are saying about Post It Force

PigCake says...

This is a highly practical tool for any magician's arsenal, praising its combination of simplicity and power. [...] The force is simple and requires no difficult sleight of hand, and it can be performed with a borrowed, shuffled deck.

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