Magic Review - Toys by Craig Petty & Alakazam
David from Magic Orthodoxy delivers an enthusiastic review of "Toys" by Craig Petty, a new release from Alakazam. He highlights the trick's portability, clever assembly of familiar effects, and overall fun factor, centered around a folded piece of paper and a credit card-sized prediction. The routine comprises four distinct effects: a Railroad Car/Clock Trick (similar to David Copperfield's classic), a Bundle Selection, a DVD Number Prediction, and a Gossip-style effect (a variation of Craig Petty's popular "Gossip" trick). While the tricks aren't easily repeatable for the same audience due to shared reveals and a one-in-five probability in the final effect, David praises the high production quality, particularly the magazine-style catalog, and considers the $39 price a good value. He recommends "Toys" for performers seeking a portable and engaging routine, emphasizing Craig Petty and Alakazam's commitment to quality and value. David also promotes his Magic Orthodoxy membership for additional content and encourages viewers to support Petty and Alakazam.
Key points
Portable and easy to carry.
Clever assembly of familiar effects.
Four distinct effects in one routine.
High production quality, especially the magazine-style catalog.
Good value for the price ($39).
Not easily repeatable for the same audience.
Extensive tutorial (over 3 hours), but core tricks can be learned in 90 minutes.