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The Sign by Liam Montier

Created by: Liam Montier

The Sign is a close-up mentalism and card trick where the magician seemingly predicts a spectator's star sign. Using a set of specially designed Zodiac cards, the performer asks the spectator to name their star sign. When the cards are displayed, the spectator's sign stands out as the only card with a red back, while all others have blue backs, creating a visually striking and clean revelation. This self-working trick requires no sleight of hand, memory work, or gimmicks, and it resets instantly for quick, repeat performances. It's ideal for icebreakers, casual settings, strolling magic, and even Zoom calls, with potential for integration with other effects like QR code predictions to enhance the experience. Buyers should note that the cards are not examinable, but this can be mitigated with presentation.

Key features

  • No sleight of hand required

  • Instant reset for quick performances

  • No memory work or gimmicks

  • Visually striking revelation with red and blue card backs

  • Highly portable and adaptable to various performance settings

  • Self-working and easy to perform

  • Can be combined with other effects for a stronger routine

Pros

  • Visually striking and clean effect

  • Easy to perform with no setup

  • Affordable price

  • Highly portable and practical for real-world use

  • Strong audience impact and great for interaction

  • Does not require complex calculations or memory

Cons

  • Limited to star sign revelations, which may not resonate with all audiences

  • Cards are not examinable

  • Some tricks in similar acts might feel repetitive if overused

Effect

The Sign is a star sign divination trick. A spectator names their star sign. The magician shows a set of Zodiac cards. The spectator's chosen star sign card is the only one with a red back. All the other cards have blue backs. This creates a clear and surprising visual revelation.

Full details

The Sign uses a set of specially printed cards. Each card features a different star sign. The method involves a strategic placement of one card into the deck. No sleight of hand is needed. The trick resets instantly after each performance. The purchase includes the printed horoscope cards and access to a short instructional video. The cards are not meant to be examined by the audience after the trick.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is good for magicians who perform in casual settings. It works well for strolling magic or as an opening effect. It is suitable for performers who want a quick and visual trick. It is also a good choice for those building a mentalism act on a budget. People who prefer self working magic with no memory work will find it useful.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Sign is very easy to perform. Reviewer Sebastian Toca describes it as "Bare Bones easy" and "self-working". It requires no sleight of hand. It does not need any memory work or complex calculations. The method is straightforward. Most magicians will be able to perform it after watching the short instructional video.

What magicians say

Reviewers highlight the trick's simplicity and strong visual impact. AlakazamMagicUK notes that it requires "no sleight of hand" and has an "instant reset". They say it is "visually striking" and "great for icebreakers". Sebastian Toca says, "It's one of the best on the market". He praises its portability and adaptability for various performance settings like close-up and Zoom calls. He also recommends using a kicker effect to divert attention from the cards, since they are not examinable. He gives the trick a very high rating, calling it a "near-perfect trick".

What people are saying about The Sign

AlakazamMagicUK says...

The performer uses a set of specially designed Zodiac cards, asking a spectator to name their star sign. When the corresponding card is placed on the table, it stands out as the only one with a red back, while the rest have blue backs. This creates a clean, visual surprise that requires no sleight of hand, memory work, or gimmicks.

sebastiantoca9208 says...

The Sign is a star sign prediction effect where the magician seemingly predicts a spectator's star sign. [...] Sebastian highlights the effect's ease of execution, describing it as 'Bare Bones easy' and 'self-working.'

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