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Sealed³ by Axel Hecklau

Created by: Axel Hecklau

Sealed³ is a stunning close-up, parlour, or mentalism trick where a spectator signs a card, which then impossibly appears sealed inside three nested envelopes, creating a tangible and impossible souvenir. The effect is direct, clean, and highly visual, with the magic unfolding logically and fairly in front of the spectators, making it ideal for professional performances that leave a lasting impact. Buyers should note that it requires no cleanup and is designed for repeated use in various settings.

Key features

  • Instant reset for quick repetition in performances

  • Versatile for close-up, parlour, or mentalism contexts

  • Logical and direct handling that enhances fairness

  • Leaves a signed, sealed souvenir for the spectator

  • No suspicious moves, making it highly fooling

Pros

  • Exceptionally clean and fast routine

  • Highly practical for professional use with instant reset

  • Creates a strong magical moment with a lasting souvenir

Cons

  • May require practice to master the envelope handling

  • Not suitable for large stage performances due to its intimate nature

Effect

A spectator signs a playing card. The magician shows three envelopes of different sizes. The signed card vanishes. The magician opens the largest envelope to reveal a smaller sealed envelope inside. This process repeats until the smallest envelope is opened. Inside is the spectator's signed card, sealed within. The spectator keeps the nested envelopes and signed card as an impossible souvenir.

Full details

Sealed³ is a magic trick by Axel Hecklau. It is a version of the classic card to envelope plot. The routine uses three nested envelopes. The method is structured to happen in front of the spectators. No suspicious moves are needed. The final result is a signed card sealed inside all three envelopes. The trick has an instant reset. This allows a magician to perform it again immediately. The method is logical and direct. It is designed to feel fair to the audience. The trick provides a physical souvenir for the spectator.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is for magicians who perform professionally. It is suitable for close-up, parlour, and mentalism performances. It is ideal for performers who want a strong, fooling effect. Magicians who value a clean method and a tangible souvenir will find it useful. It is also good for those who perform multiple times in one setting.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The handling is described as logical and direct. The method is structured for ease of use. It does not require advanced sleight of hand. The trick can be performed after a reasonable practice period. The instant reset makes it practical for live performance. The difficulty level is manageable for most magicians with some experience.

What magicians say

Steve Faulkner says Sealed³ is "one of the smartest and most elegant versions" of the card to envelope plot. He calls the routine "exceptionally clean, fast, and fooling." He notes the handling "feels logical and direct" and makes the magic happen "right under the spectators' noses." Faulkner highlights the "instant reset" as a major advantage for professional use.

Another magician, lloydb, sees Sealed³ as a "potential powerhouse parlor finale" in his discussion. He considers it a strong effect worth analyzing for performance.

What people are saying about Sealed³

lloydb says...

Sealed³ is a potential powerhouse parlor finale, praised for its sheer effectiveness and fooling power.

Steve Faulkner says...

Sealed³ is one of the smartest and most elegant versions of the classic 'Card-to-Envelope' plot I have ever encountered. The handling feels logical and direct, enhancing the sense of fairness throughout the performance.

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