TNR by Lloyd Starr

Effect

The TNR (Torn and Restored) is a card trick where a signed playing card is visibly torn in half and then restored to its original state. The audience sees the card being torn, and moments later, it is seamlessly put back together with no visible damage. The restored card can be examined closely, and even the signature remains intact.

Full Details

Lloyd Starr's TNR is designed to be performed openly, with no hidden moves or extra pieces. The card is torn in full view, and the restoration happens slowly, allowing spectators to witness every step. The method eliminates the usual "scar" or crease that often remains in other torn and restored card tricks, making the restoration appear flawless.

The trick requires no pre-setup and can be performed repeatedly with minimal preparation. The restored card can be handed out for examination, adding to the impossibility of the effect.

Who Should Consider the Trick

The TNR is ideal for magicians who want a highly visual and interactive card trick. It works well in close-up performances, walk-around magic, or even casual settings. Since the method is practical and repeatable, it suits performers who want a strong effect without complicated setups.

Difficulty

The TNR is designed to be accessible. While it requires some practice to master the handling, Lloyd Starr emphasizes that it is not overly difficult. The method is structured to be straightforward, allowing magicians to focus on presentation rather than complex sleight of hand.

What Magicians Say

Lloyd Starr describes the TNR as the culmination of years of refinement: "For so long, I've wanted a torn and restored card that had no extra pieces, where it's torn openly, restored openly, with no funny moves."

Kay, a spectator in the video, reacts with genuine surprise: "I'm completely fooled... unless you've got a needle and thread at your sleeve, I have no idea how you did that."

Starr also highlights the practicality of the trick: "I wanted to be able to just have this and perform it 20 times a night with no effort whatsoever."

The TNR is praised for its slow, deliberate presentation, making the restoration seem even more impossible. As Starr notes, "The close-up stuff is slow, and you can see every tiny little piece... you don't see any sleight of hand."

For magicians looking for a clean, examinable torn and restored card effect, the TNR offers a strong solution with minimal handling and maximum impact.