Holding Pattern by Alvo Stockman and Penguin Magic

Holding Pattern by Alvo Stockman, distributed by Penguin Magic, is a visually stunning card trick that uses a custom gimmick to create an impossible, examinable finale. The trick involves three cards being selected and lost in the deck, only to be revealed one by one in an escalating sequence of impossibilities, culminating in a physical, examinable card that appears to have changed ink. The effect is simple to perform, making it ideal for magicians of all skill levels, and the included instructional video by Erik Tait covers not just the routine but also bonus applications like a multiple-out ending for mentalism and Alvo's 'Double Insurance' routine. The trick is praised for its visual and surprising transformations, self-working nature, and versatility, generating massive reactions from audiences.