The card predicted by the witches! | Witchfinder by David Forrest | full performance

This video showcases a full performance of David Forrest’s “Witchfinder,” a packet trick now available from Alakazam. Forrest delivers a captivating close-up presentation with an overhead view, centered around a spectator freely selecting, signing, and losing a card back into the deck. After a cut, the selected card is revealed to be precisely 12 cards down from the cut point. The performance is enhanced by a compelling narrative drawing on the historical context of the Salem witch trials, with Forrest cleverly connecting the deck's “Charming Moonlight Forest” design to the hiding places of the accused women. He explores the grim realities of the trials, adding depth and intrigue to the effect. The trick utilizes an El Count, a mathematical principle in card magic, which is explained in a 30-minute instructional video included with the trick. Forrest emphasizes the importance of storytelling and visual appeal in magic, suggesting that the historical narrative transforms the trick into a more engaging and memorable experience. Overall, “Witchfinder” appears to be a well-constructed packet trick that combines a clever effect with a compelling narrative, and David Forrest believes it is a 'nice trick'.