World’s Apart by Peter Turner and Pigcake

Effect

"World’s Apart" is a magic project by Peter Turner and Pigcake that explores the classic "Out of This World" plot. In this effect, a spectator separates a shuffled deck into two piles—typically red and black cards—without looking at the faces. Despite the apparent randomness, the spectator successfully divides the deck perfectly by color, creating a moment of astonishment. The project presents multiple variations, including psychological twists, marked deck applications, and memory-based approaches, making it more than just a standard card trick.

Full Details

"World’s Apart" is a collaborative effort featuring contributions from Peter Turner, Pigcake, Michael Ammar, and Roberto Giobbi. The project includes:

• Multiple Routines: Different takes on "Out of This World," including Picky Pete’s Touches (where the spectator intentionally gets some wrong before the reveal), marked deck methods, and mentalism-based approaches.
• Techniques Covered: The Gilbreath Principle, card forces, memory-based value assignments (avoiding traditional red/black distinctions), and one-ahead matching tricks.
• Jam Session: A 43-minute segment where Turner and Pigcake brainstorm and exchange ideas, offering creative insights beyond structured routines.
• Performances: Three live performances by Peter Turner, demonstrating real-world applications of the material.

The total runtime is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, with individual trick explanations ranging from 4 to 30 minutes.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This project is ideal for:

• Intermediate to Advanced Magicians: Those familiar with card magic will benefit most, as some techniques require foundational knowledge.
• Fans of "Out of This World": Magicians who already perform this plot and want fresh variations.
• Mentalism Enthusiasts: Several routines incorporate psychological and memory-based approaches, making them suitable for mentalism performances.
• Creators Looking for Inspiration: The jam session provides unstructured brainstorming, useful for developing new ideas.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

The difficulty varies by routine:

• Beginner-Friendly: Some methods, like the marked deck routine, are straightforward if you already use marked cards.
• Intermediate: Techniques like the Gilbreath Principle and one-ahead matching require practice but are well-explained.
• Advanced: Memory-based assignments and psychological twists demand strong audience management skills.

David from Magic Orthodoxy notes that while he typically performs only one or two "Out of This World" effects, the variety in this project makes it valuable for expanding one’s repertoire.

What Magicians Say

David praises the project, calling it "a fun little master class in the Out of This World plot." He highlights the rapport between Turner and Pigcake, describing their dynamic as entertaining—Turner with his dry humor and Pigcake with a more sarcastic style.

Key takeaways from his review:

• "Picky Pete’s Touches is a really interesting take"—where the spectator gets some predictions wrong before the final reveal.
• "The jam session is 43 minutes... great ideas in there"—valuable for generating new approaches.
• "Well worth $35... 2 hours and 40 minutes of Out of This World content"—emphasizing the project’s depth.

David strongly recommends "World’s Apart," especially for magicians who enjoy creative twists on classic plots. He also mentions excitement for Turner’s upcoming "Holy Grail" project, drawing parallels to his love for Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.

For those interested in beginner magic, David promotes his second channel, The Magic Channel Card Tricks, which focuses on simple tricks and magic kit reviews.