Revolution Number Nine by Aaron Fisher

Revolution Number Nine

This section details the “Revolution Number Nine” trick, derived from Aaron Fisher’s The Paper Engine, a revised and expanded edition available through Saturn Magic. The trick is presented as one of several showcased within the book, emphasizing deceptive techniques and audience misdirection.

Effect

“Revolution Number Nine” involves the seemingly impossible transfer of a card from one hand to the other, while maintaining a visual illusion of the card remaining in the original hand. The effect creates the impression that the card vanishes and reappears in a completely different location, relying on subtle hand movements and audience focus.

Full Details

The trick centers around a modified version of the Gravity Halfpass, a move detailed extensively in the new chapter of the Paper Engine. Fisher’s approach prioritizes minimizing visible hand action. The core of the effect relies on a precise, almost imperceptible manipulation of the deck and the card, combined with a directed gaze from the performer. The audience’s attention is deliberately drawn to a specific point in the performer’s presentation, masking the actual movement of the card. The Gravity Halfpass is presented as a key element in achieving this seamless transfer. The technique is described as requiring a high degree of control and precision in finger placement.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is suitable for magicians with a foundational understanding of card manipulation. The Gravity Halfpass, a prerequisite for “Revolution Number Nine,” requires a degree of dexterity and control. Reviewer SaturnMagicShop suggests this trick is appropriate for magicians who are comfortable with more advanced sleight of hand techniques. It’s not recommended for beginners seeking their first card manipulation trick. Magicians who appreciate deceptive presentations and enjoy creating a strong sense of wonder in their audiences will find this effect particularly appealing.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The Gravity Halfpass, the foundational element, is described as requiring significant practice to master. Fisher notes that he dedicated twenty years to refining the move, emphasizing the need for precise finger control and minimizing visible movement. The overall “Revolution Number Nine” effect, while visually impressive, depends heavily on the performer’s ability to execute the Gravity Halfpass flawlessly. The reviewer, SaturnMagicShop, highlights the importance of maintaining audience focus and misdirection, suggesting that these elements are equally crucial to the trick’s success as the sleight of hand itself.

What Magicians Say

SaturnMagicShop states, “This is a promotional video for the 20th Anniversary Edition of Aaron Fisher’s The Paper Engine, available through Saturn Magic. The video emphasizes the book’s significance and the improvements made in this new edition, positioning it as a must-have for magicians of all levels.” Johnny Thompson, the original foreword author, notes the book’s value as a collection of techniques designed to create deceptive and engaging magic. Fisher himself expresses joy in sharing the magic contained within the book, encouraging magicians to utilize the techniques to astonish their audiences. He emphasizes the importance of directing audience attention, stating, “You’ll discover that powerful magic comes from misdirection that is supported by moves that actually help you keep your audience’s attention where you want it to be toward the effect and away from the method.”