Outnumbered by John Bannon
John Bannon's Outnumbered is a fascinating tutorial and promotional video that dives into his latest collection of mathematically inspired card tricks. These routines are crafted to feel like real magic, cleverly hiding their mathematical foundations to ensure they're deceptive and engaging for both magicians and lay audiences. Bannon shares insights into making these self-working tricks appear organic, emphasizing natural handling to keep the focus on the magic. Highlights include routines like Game, Set, Match, Self-Working Miracle, and Sum of All Fours, all designed to be foolproof and ready for real-world performances. Bannon's passion for transforming mathematical principles into visceral magic shines through, making Outnumbered a valuable resource for magicians seeking baffling yet practical tricks.
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Key points
Self-Working & Disguised Math: Tricks built on mathematical principles but appear as real magic.
Foolproof for All Audiences: Designed to fool spectators unless they know the method.
Real-World Performance Ready: Minimal setup with maximum impact for professional use.
Natural Handling: Emphasizes making mathematical underpinnings invisible to focus on the magic.