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Quran by Craig Petty and Lloyd Barnes

Created by: Craig Petty, Lloyd Barnes

The Infinity Deck by Craig Petty and Lloyd Barnes is a versatile deck of cards designed for a wide range of magic and mentalism routines. Its core feature is based on the Quran principle, allowing performers to execute various effects such as predictions, matches, and forces with minimal sleight of hand. The deck is adorned with unique imagery on each card, sparking creativity and offering multiple performance possibilities. Suitable for stand-up, close-up, and cabaret settings, the deck is examinable and comes with extensive tutorial videos covering numerous routines and principles.

Key features

  • Based on the Quran principle for versatile magic and mentalism routines

  • Each card features unique imagery to spark creativity

  • Minimal sleight of hand required for most routines

  • Suitable for various performance settings including stand-up, close-up, and cabaret

  • Deck is examinable and comes with high-quality construction

  • Includes extensive tutorial videos covering a wide range of routines

Pros

  • Vast number of routines and principles to explore

  • High-quality construction and imagery

  • Minimal sleight of hand required for many routines

  • Versatile for different performance settings

  • Comprehensive and detailed tutorials

Cons

  • One of the imagery reveals can be ambiguous, potentially leading to misinterpretations

  • Tutorial videos are lengthy, which may be tedious for some users

Effect

The Quran trick is a mentalism and magic routine performed with the Infinity Deck. A spectator freely cuts and deals cards, stopping at any point they choose. The magician reveals a prediction that matches the selected card, creating a moment of surprise. The deck uses unique imagery to enhance the effect, making it appear as though the magician predicted the exact outcome.

Full Details

The Infinity Deck is designed by Craig Petty and Lloyd Barnes. It uses a Quran principle, allowing multiple routines such as predictions, forces, and matching effects. The deck contains different images on each card, which serve as creative prompts. Some routines require minimal sleight of hand, while others involve mathematical principles or false shuffles. The deck is examinable and works in various performance settings, including stand-up and close-up.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick suits magicians who enjoy mentalism and prediction-based effects. It is ideal for performers who want a versatile deck with multiple routines. Those who prefer self-working or low-sleight tricks will find the Quran routine particularly useful. The Infinity Deck is also a good choice for performers who like combining magic and mentalism in their acts.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The Quran routine is described as "self-working and direct," requiring little sleight of hand. Other routines may involve false shuffles or mathematical calculations, but they are not overly complex. The tutorial videos are lengthy, covering multiple routines in detail. While some adjustments may be needed for certain reveals, the overall mechanics are manageable for intermediate magicians.

What Magicians Say

Sebastian Toca, a reviewer, highlights the deck's versatility and quality. He praises the number of routines available but notes that one image reveal can be ambiguous. He states, "The deck is well made, and the images are good quality," but adds that some routines lean more toward magic than mentalism. Despite minor concerns, he rates the Infinity Deck 9 out of 10, recommending it for those who appreciate Craig Petty's work.

What people are saying about Quran

sebastiantoca9208 says...

The Infinity Deck is pretty easy to use, requiring minimal sleight of hand for many routines. [...] The deck's practicality is also praised – it can be used in various performance settings and doesn't necessarily require a table.

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