Royal Command by Alex Xan

Effect

Royal Command is a card trick where a selected card mysteriously rises from the deck. The magician can make any chosen card float up, creating a strong visual and magical moment. The trick can also involve combining two selected cards into one unique card, which then rises from the deck. The effect is clean, surprising, and leaves the audience wondering how it was done.

Full details

Royal Command works with any standard poker deck, and the gimmick can be installed in under two minutes. The trick is self-contained, meaning it resets instantly and is ready to perform again immediately. It requires no visible moves or extra gimmicks, making it easy to handle and perform. The trick comes with a DVD that provides extra routines and bonus performance ideas, expanding the possibilities for presentations. It is suitable for both walk-around and table magic, making it versatile for different performance settings.

Who should consider the trick

Royal Command is ideal for magicians who want a reliable and visually impressive card trick that is easy to set up and perform. It is perfect for those who perform in walk-around or table settings and want a trick that can be reset quickly. Beginners will appreciate its simplicity, while experienced magicians can use the included DVD to explore more advanced routines and presentations.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Royal Command is considered easy to perform. The gimmick is simple to install and handle, and the trick requires no complicated moves or sleight of hand. The instant reset feature makes it practical for repeated performances. The included DVD provides additional routines and ideas, but the basic effect is straightforward and accessible for magicians of all skill levels.

What magicians say

AlakazamMagicUK highlights the simplicity and practicality of Royal Command, noting that it can be added to any poker deck in under two minutes and is easy to handle. They praise the included DVD for expanding the trick's possibilities with extra routines, such as making any named card rise. They describe it as a reliable, crowd-pleasing effect with no downsides.

Another review from AlakazamMagicUK emphasizes the trick's versatility, mentioning that it works with any picture card chosen by spectators and resets instantly. They appreciate the lack of visible moves or extra gimmicks, making it a strong visual effect. The included DVD and bonus performance ideas are also highlighted as valuable additions. The only minor drawback noted is the need for a gimmicked deck, but the overall impact of the trick makes it a standout choice for magicians.