Savant Deck by Craig Petty and Lloyd Barnes
The Savant Deck, created by Craig Petty and Lloyd Barnes, is showcased in this promotion video as a revolutionary gimmicked deck that allows magicians of all levels to perform seemingly impossible feats like instant calculations and card revelations without advanced sleight of hand. The deck, printed by USPCC with standard Red Rider backs, is fully examinable and utilizes a classic principle to achieve effects that would normally require a stacked deck, yet it allows for full shuffling by spectators. Highlighted routines include summing the value of face-up cards instantly and naming a spectator's pocketed card after shuffles, among others. The Savant Deck is praised for its beginner-friendly, pro-level effects, audience interaction, and credibility under scrutiny, making it a must-have for magicians looking to enhance their repertoire with high-impact, low-skill card magic.
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Key points
The Savant Deck is a fully examinable USPCC-printed deck with standard Red Rider backs.
It allows for full shuffling by spectators while achieving effects that would normally require a stacked deck.
Highlights include instant calculation of card values and naming a spectator's pocketed card after shuffles.
The deck is beginner-friendly but produces pro-level effects.
No duplicates or markings, maintaining credibility under scrutiny.