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Trifecta by Harrison Trusler and Simon Lipkin

Created by: Harrison Trusler, Simon Lipkin

Trifecta is a versatile magic trick that can be performed as a card trick or a mentalism routine, depending on the version. The card trick version, by Harrison Trusler, involves three spectators each finding the mates to their selected cards, creating a layered, interactive experience. It's designed to be visually engaging and highly baffling, leveraging multiple participants to enhance the sense of impossibility. The mentalism version, by Simon Lipkin, includes three powerful routines: a dictionary book test with 100% accuracy, a Post-It note prediction requiring no sleight of hand, and 'Many Happy Returns' for recalling any spectator's birthday. Both versions are ideal for close-up, parlour, or social settings, emphasizing audience engagement and clean methods.

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Key features

  • Involves three spectators, enhancing the sense of impossibility

  • Easy to execute, suitable for magicians of varying skill levels

  • Visually engaging and highly baffling

  • Designed for walkaround or social settings

  • No sleight of hand required for the mentalism version

  • Includes a dictionary book test with 100% accuracy

  • 'Many Happy Returns' allows for the recall of any spectator's birthday

Pros

  • Crowd-pleasing and practical

  • Participant-driven magic

  • Clean methods prioritize audience experience

  • Powerful, audience-friendly effects without complicated moves

Cons

  • Mentalism version requires specific props like a dictionary and billets

Effect

In Trifecta, three spectators each select a card and then find its mate in a seemingly impossible way. The trick builds suspense as each participant’s discovery reinforces the impossibility of the effect. The audience sees a fair and interactive routine where multiple people participate, making the outcome more baffling.

Full details

Trifecta is a card trick by Harrison Trusler, featured in his Mirror Mirror e-book. It uses a straightforward method that does not rely on difficult sleight of hand. The trick is structured so that each spectator’s card revelation appears natural and unforced. The routine works well in walkaround or social settings, where engaging multiple participants enhances the impact.

Who should consider the trick

This trick suits magicians who want a crowd-pleasing routine that is easy to perform. It works for beginners and experienced performers alike. Those who enjoy interactive magic with multiple spectators will find Trifecta particularly effective. It is ideal for close-up or social performances where audience participation is key.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The method is easy to execute, making it accessible for magicians of all skill levels. No advanced sleight of hand is required. The focus is on presentation and audience engagement rather than complex techniques.

What magicians say

BigBlindMedia describes Trifecta as visually engaging and highly baffling, emphasizing its participant-driven approach. They note that the trick appears organic and fair, with each spectator’s discovery adding to the impossibility.

The1914 highlights that Trifecta includes mentalism routines with no sleight of hand, making them practical for performers who prefer straightforward methods. They mention that the effects are audience-friendly and work well in close-up or parlour settings.

Both reviewers agree that Trifecta is a strong choice for magicians looking for practical and puzzling routines that engage multiple spectators.

What people are saying about Trifecta

BigBlindMedia says...

For magicians looking for a crowd-pleasing card routine that’s both practical and puzzling, Trifecta seems like a strong contender—especially for walkaround or social settings where engagement is key.

The1914 says...

In 'Trifecta,' Simon Lipkin presents three mentalism routines that are as easy to perform as they are astonishing. [...] These routines are perfect for magicians who want powerful, audience-friendly effects without complicated moves.

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