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The Nardy Family by PigCake and Alakazam Magic

Created by: PigCake, Alakazam Magic

Hotspot is a visually striking close-up magic trick where a quarter is heated slightly, and then a lighter is pushed directly through the center of the coin. The coin, lighter, and any other props can be handed out to the audience for complete examination. Multiple handlings are taught, offering performers flexibility in their presentation. This trick is PigCake's first official trick in magic, produced by Alakazam Magic.

Key features

  • Involves pushing a lighter through a quarter

  • Props can be examined by the audience

  • Multiple handlings taught for performance flexibility

  • PigCake's first official trick in magic

Pros

  • Visually striking effect

  • Complete examination possible

  • Multiple handlings for varied performances

  • Produced by a reputable magic company (Alakazam Magic)

Cons

  • May require practice to master the handlings

  • Specific props needed (quarter and lighter)

Effect

The Nardy Family trick involves a visually striking effect where a quarter is heated slightly, and a lighter is pushed directly through the center of the coin. After the penetration, the coin, lighter, and any props used can be handed out for complete examination by the audience. The trick appears impossible, as the coin remains intact and examinable after the lighter passes through it.

Full Details

The Nardy Family trick is produced by Alakazam Magic and is PigCake's first official magic release. The effect includes multiple handlings, meaning performers can choose different ways to execute the penetration while maintaining the ability to hand out all props for inspection. Chris James contributed to the prototype, and the trick was developed in collaboration with the Nardy family (Peter Nardy and Harry Nardy).

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who want a visually impactful, impromptu effect that can be performed with everyday objects. Since the props can be examined, it is well-suited for close-up and street magic performances. Those who enjoy coin magic or penetration effects will find this particularly appealing.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The trick is designed to be accessible, with multiple handlings taught to accommodate different skill levels. PigCake emphasizes that the method is straightforward, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced performers. The ability to hand out the props for examination suggests that the method is cleverly disguised, requiring minimal sleight of hand.

What Magicians Say

PigCake expresses strong enthusiasm for the trick, calling it "my first trick in Magic officially" and praising its deceptive nature. He highlights the examinability of the props and the multiple performance options, stating, "you'll be able to have multiple ways to slam the lighter right through the coin itself and still be able to hand everything out." The collaboration with Chris James and the Nardy family suggests a well-developed and polished effect.

The trick is presented as a must-have for magicians looking for a strong, visual, and examinable effect. PigCake's excitement and the involvement of respected figures in magic indicate that The Nardy Family is a high-quality release.

What people are saying about The Nardy Family

PigCake says...

this is my brand new trick with alakazam magic called hotspot this Thursday will be the live launch of when you'll be able to take a quarter heat it up a little bit and then take a lighter and push it right through the center of the coin [...] you could then take it out and hand everything out for complete examination multiple handlings are taught of this bad boy

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