One Impossible Prediction! Big Blind by Craig Petty

Craig Petty's video is a vibrant tutorial and promotion for his creation, 'Big Blind,' a self-contained prediction effect using three poker chips. Petty enthusiastically presents it as an 'ultimate walkaround miracle,' emphasizing its deceptive simplicity and powerful impact. The core concept involves a spectator freely selecting a card, and then revealing that card printed on the back of three poker chips they've been holding from the beginning. The effect is straightforward: a spectator freely chooses a card, and the performer, seemingly without any prior knowledge, correctly predicts the card's suit, value, and full identity. The reveal involves the spectator flipping over the poker chips to find their chosen card printed on the reverse side. Petty highlights several key advantages: no forces or switches, adaptability to various settings, relative ease of learning, and compact props delivering a significant impact. While he doesn't explicitly detail the method, he alludes to clever presentation and psychological influence, mentioning a basic sleight of hand and a self-working version. Petty's demonstration emphasizes confident presentation and misdirection, using playful banter and mock bets to build anticipation. He positions 'Big Blind' as a powerful and versatile addition to any magician's repertoire, perfect for performers seeking a clean, impactful, and easy-to-learn effect.