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Three Card Location by Steven Ellers

Created by: Steven Ellers

Three Card Location is a captivating card trick where three spectators each cut the deck, lose their card in a portion of the deck, and then the magician reveals each of their cards in a different and progressively more impossible way each time. This trick falls under the close-up card magic category, offering a blend of mystery and impossibility that escalates with each reveal. Ideal for magicians looking to add a multi-phase, interactive card effect to their repertoire.

Key features

  • Progressively more impossible reveals of three spectators' cards

  • Interactive and engaging for audiences

  • Suitable for intermediate skill level magicians

  • Part of a curated collection of 10 distinct card tricks in 'X (My 10 Go-To Card FX)' by Rune Carlsen

Pros

  • High-impact, multi-phase card trick

  • Engages multiple spectators

  • Included in a high-quality, hardbound book with full-color photographs

  • Access to supplementary video content via a Facebook group

Cons

  • Requires purchase of the entire book for access

  • May need practice to master the progressively impossible reveals

Effect

In the Three Card Location, three spectators each cut the deck and lose their selected cards in different portions. The magician then reveals each card one by one, with each revelation appearing more impossible than the last. The effect builds in intensity, leaving the audience amazed as the magician locates all three cards in increasingly surprising ways.

Full Details

The Three Card Location is a multi-phase card trick designed to create a strong sense of impossibility. Each spectator cuts the deck and freely chooses a card, which is then lost in the deck. The magician proceeds to find all three cards using different methods, with each discovery appearing more difficult than the previous one. The routine is structured to build suspense and deliver a powerful climax.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for magicians who enjoy interactive routines that involve multiple spectators. It works well for both casual performances and more formal settings. The Three Card Location is particularly effective for performers who want a strong, repeatable routine that builds in impact.

Difficulty

The Three Card Location is described as suitable for intermediate-level magicians. While it does not require advanced sleight of hand, it does involve structured handling and timing to maximize the effect. The method is logical and can be learned relatively quickly, making it accessible to hobbyists and working performers alike.

What Magicians Say

David from Magic Orthodoxy highlights the Three Card Location as one of the standout effects in Rune Carlsen's book X (My 10 Go-To Card FX). He notes that the trick is "progressively more impossible," with each revelation increasing the impact. The routine is praised for its strong structure and ability to engage multiple spectators.

The book itself is well-regarded for its clear explanations and high-quality production, making the learning process smooth. The inclusion of supplementary video content in the associated Facebook group also helps clarify any challenging aspects of the trick.

Overall, the Three Card Location is recommended for magicians looking for a reliable, audience-tested routine that delivers strong reactions.

What people are saying about Three Card Location

magicorthodoxy says...

Three Card Location is from Steven Ellers, where three spectators are each going to cut the deck, lose their card in a portion of the deck, and then you will reveal each of their cards in a different and more impossible way each time.

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