Ultimate Free Choice
Created by: Alexander Herman
Ultimate Free Choice by Alexander Herman is a close-up card magic trick designed to fool magicians with its unique method. A spectator's freely chosen card mysteriously matches a prediction that was in the magician's pocket all along. The trick involves a series of card eliminations leading to one final card that matches the prediction, creating a moment of astonishment. Buyers should note that the trick requires carrying an extra card in the pocket and may involve additional props depending on the version performed.
Key features
- Designed as a magician fooler, utilizing methods unfamiliar to most magicians
- Involves a prediction that matches a spectator's freely chosen card after a series of eliminations
- Can be performed with just a deck of cards and one extra card in the pocket
- Includes a 'Remote Rosetta Shuffle' to maintain the force card's position
- Uses 'Magician's Choice' to guide the selection process subtly
Pros
- Highly effective at fooling magicians due to its unique method
- Streamlined, impromptu version available for those who prefer simplicity
- Creates a strong moment of astonishment when the prediction matches
Cons
- May feel restrictive or forced when down to two cards
- Requires carrying an extra card in the pocket
- Some versions may not feel as fair or free to the spectator
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Ultimate Free Choice videos
INCREDIBLE Free Choice - Tutorial
The 'Ultimate Free Choice' trick by Alexander Herman is a magician fooler where a spectator's freely chosen card matches a prediction. The creator of this video introduces a streamlined, impromptu version that requires only a deck of cards and one extra card in the pocket. They start by setting up the trick with the force card on top of the deck and its match in the pocket. The tutorial highlights the 'Remote Rosetta Shuffle' to maintain the force card's position and uses 'Magician's Choice' to guide the selection. The reveal, showcasing the matching card from the pocket, is designed to be more straightforward and surprising than the original method. The creator's approach focuses on simplicity and effectiveness, making it accessible for magicians at any level.
Takeaways:
- The tutorial offers a simpler, impromptu version of the 'Ultimate Free Choice' trick.
- It emphasizes using just a deck of cards and one extra card in the pocket.
- The creator demonstrates the trick and then breaks down each step for clarity.
- Key techniques include the Remote Rosetta Shuffle and Magician's Choice.
- The final reveal is designed to be more surprising and straightforward than the original.
Magic Comparison Review - Ultimate Free Choice VS The Last Choice
The video is a comparison review of two magic tricks: Alexander Harmann's Ultimate Free Choice and Dani DaOrtiz's The Last Choice from his Chaos Project. The reviewer starts with Harmann's Ultimate Free Choice, priced at $25, which involves a prediction and card elimination process. The reviewer criticizes it for feeling restrictive, especially when down to two cards, and for its over-reliance on magician's choice, making it feel less fair. The bonus impromptu version is also dismissed as not truly impromptu due to the need for a marked deck. On the other hand, Dani DaOrtiz's The Last Choice, priced at $110, is praised for its fairness, flexibility, and the psychological genius behind its elimination process. The reviewer highlights how it feels more fair and gives spectators more control, making the magic feel more impossible. The video concludes with a strong recommendation for DaOrtiz's version over Harmann's, citing its superior structure, feel, and value.
Takeaways:
- Dani DaOrtiz's The Last Choice is praised for its fairness and flexibility.
- Alexander Harmann's Ultimate Free Choice is criticized for feeling restrictive and overpriced.
- The reviewer recommends The Last Choice over Ultimate Free Choice for its superior structure and feel.
- Both tricks involve a card elimination process, but DaOrtiz's version gives spectators more control.
- The Last Choice includes multiple impromptu versions, adding to its value.
Latest and Greatest Magic Products February 2025
The creator discusses three magic products they plan to buy in February 2025: Craig Petty's Atomic Deck, Alexander Herman's Ultimate Free Choice, and Roberto Giobi's Unexpected Agenda. They express excitement about reviewing the Atomic Deck thoroughly, despite past conflicts with Craig Petty, and highlight its potential as a 'Holy Grail' of any card at any number effects, though they note some concerns about its development. The Ultimate Free Choice is praised for its clever plot, and the Unexpected Agenda is recommended for its value as a magic book. On the other hand, the creator decides against purchasing Christian Grace's Incredible, Mark Lemon's TIC Peak, and R Paul Wilson's Challenge Coin, citing various flaws and preferring other alternatives for similar effects. The video aims to save viewers money by sharing honest reviews and recommendations.
Takeaways:
- The Atomic Deck is highlighted as a significant product with potential but has some concerns regarding its development.
- Ultimate Free Choice and Unexpected Agenda are recommended for their clever plots and value, respectively.
- Incredible, TIC Peak, and Challenge Coin are not recommended due to perceived flaws and the availability of better alternatives.
- The creator emphasizes the importance of honest reviews to help viewers make informed magic purchases.
- A giveaway is announced for subscribers, offering a chance to win magic secrets or products.