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Red Black Separation by CardMechanic

Created by: CardMechanic

Red Black Separation is a visually stunning card trick where the magician separates a shuffled deck into two piles, revealing that one pile contains all red cards except for one black card, and the other pile contains all black cards except for one red card. This trick falls under the close-up magic category and requires a full deck setup with cards arranged in alternating red and black order. It's a great trick for beginners and experienced magicians alike, offering a clear and magical outcome with minimal sleight of hand.

Key features

  • Requires a full deck setup with cards in alternating red and black order

  • Minimal sleight of hand needed, making it accessible for beginners

  • The outcome is always the same, ensuring a reliable performance

  • Can be performed after the deck has been shuffled and cut, adding to the mystery

Pros

  • Easy to learn and perform

  • Visually impressive with a clear magical outcome

  • Reliable and self-working once the setup is done

  • Engages the audience with a surprising reveal

Cons

  • Requires initial setup which might not be practical for impromptu performances

  • The trick's method might be quickly figured out by more observant spectators

  • Limited to decks with a clear distinction between red and black cards

What people are saying about Red Black Separation

CardMechanic says...

This requires a full deck setup you want to grab all the red cards put them into one pile grab all the black cards and put them into another pile and what you want to do is you want to have the cards in alternating red black red black order [...] because of the pattern doesn't change like I mentioned before the order changes but the pattern doesn't because the pattern doesn't change the outcome is still going to be the same there's going to be one red card within all the black cards and one black card within all the red cards.

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