SleightfulMagic Review - Blank Marked Deck by Yoan Tanuji
David from Magic Orthodoxy delivers a detailed review of the Blank Marked Deck (BMD) by Yoan Tanuji, emphasizing its potential as a creator's utility rather than a trick itself. This deck, a standard Bicycle-printed deck with blue Maiden backs, comes in a drawer slide box and includes a key card. Priced at $36, or in packs of three for $60, the BMD offers a versatile system for magicians to build custom routines, featuring markings (numbers 1-52 and the alphabet twice) that allow for personalized deck creation. While Magic Dream Paris offers a $36 tutorial, David suggests experienced marked deck users may not need it. He demonstrates a '12 Days of Christmas' packet trick example and highlights the importance of careful marking. David advises keeping the deck unmarked when not in use and encourages collaboration with artists for custom markings. Ultimately, he believes the BMD is a valuable tool for magicians seeking to move beyond pre-packaged magic and create something truly original, and promotes his Magic Orthodoxy membership for access to a vast library of magic content.
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Key points
The Blank Marked Deck is a utility for creating custom magic routines.
It's a standard Bicycle-printed deck with blue Maiden backs.
The deck costs $36 or $60 for a pack of three.
Markings consist of numbers 1-52 and the alphabet twice.
Experienced marked deck users may not need the optional tutorial.
Careful marking is important when customizing the deck.
The deck should be kept unmarked when not in use.
Collaboration with artists is encouraged for custom markings.