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Slow Burn by Tobias Hudson

Created by: Tobias Hudson

Slow Burn is a card magic trick featured in Tobias Hudson’s *Modular Card Magic*. It is a close-up card trick that involves a slow, suspenseful revelation of a chosen card, creating a dramatic and engaging experience for the spectator. The trick is part of a collection that encourages magicians to adapt and personalize routines to their performance style.

Key features

  • Part of the *Modular Card Magic* book, which includes over 20 routines and 30 ideas

  • Encourages personalization and adaptation of tricks

  • Includes full-color photographs and scannable barcodes for video demonstrations

  • Features a mix of self-working and challenging material

  • Forward by Roger Kerzon and inspired by Dai Vernon’s *Encyclopedia of Card Tricks*

Pros

  • High-quality, full-color layout with clear instructions

  • Video demonstrations available via scannable barcodes

  • Encourages creativity and personalization

  • Diverse range of material suitable for various skill levels

Cons

  • Requires purchase of the entire book (*Modular Card Magic*)

  • Some routines may be challenging for beginners

Effect

The trick Slow Burn is a card routine that builds suspense and delivers a strong magical moment. The audience sees a series of actions that appear impossible, culminating in a surprising revelation. The exact nature of the effect is not disclosed, but it involves clever card handling and misdirection to create a memorable performance.

Full details

Slow Burn is part of Tobias Hudson’s book Modular Card Magic. The book provides detailed instructions, full-color photographs, and video demonstrations via scannable barcodes. The trick is designed to be adaptable, allowing performers to modify it to fit their style. The book also includes performance tips and alternative handling options.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who enjoy card magic and want to add a strong, adaptable routine to their repertoire. It suits performers who like to build suspense and deliver a powerful climax. The book Modular Card Magic is recommended for those who appreciate a mix of classic plots and innovative techniques.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty level of Slow Burn is not explicitly stated, but the book contains a range of material from self-working to challenging techniques. The inclusion of video tutorials suggests that some parts may require practice. Performers should be comfortable with intermediate card handling to execute the trick smoothly.

What magicians say

Magic Orthodoxy describes Modular Card Magic as "one of my favorite magic books of the year," praising its clear instructions and adaptable routines. He highlights Slow Burn as one of the creative and unique tricks in the book. Murphy’s Magic Supplies notes that the book encourages customization, calling it a "toolbox" for magicians. Roger Kerzon, who wrote the foreword, describes it as a "cornucopia of new and novel ideas."

The book’s layout, with step-by-step instructions and video links, makes learning Slow Burn and other tricks accessible. Performers looking for a well-structured resource with strong card magic will find this book valuable.

What people are saying about Slow Burn

magicorthodoxy says...

This book feels more like a toolbox than it does a magic book. It feels like it's full of fun stuff that you can put together and he does he encourages you to make these tricks your own.

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

I really want it more to be like a toolbox that you can use and and take little bits from as and when they suit you. Think there's something for everyone in here and that's modular card magic.

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