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Think Of Any Card | IMPROMPTU Card Trick Tutorial

This tutorial video teaches an impromptu card trick where a spectator thinks of any card without naming it, and the magician finds it from a shuffled deck, creating a powerful and miraculous effect. Inspired by Joshua Jay's 'Out Of Sight', the method is practical and requires no gimmicks or difficult sleight of hand, making it accessible for any standard deck. The video starts with a full performance to showcase the trick's impact, followed by a detailed breakdown of the handling and psychological procedures that guide the spectator, emphasizing the importance of presentation and scripting to enhance the mystery and shock of the revelation.

Key points

  • The trick is impromptu and can be performed with any standard deck of cards.

  • It is credited to and inspired by Joshua Jay's effect 'Out Of Sight'.

  • No difficult sleight of hand is required; it relies on clever psychological procedures.

  • The spectator never has to name their card aloud, increasing the mystery.

  • The video includes a performance section followed by a tutorial for learning the method.

  • Presentation and scripting are crucial for maintaining the illusion of mind reading.