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Magic Review - Where in the World by David Markz and Lord Hari

This video is a thorough review of "Where in the World," a new effect from David Marx and Lord Hari, available through Lord Hari's Pocket Miracles website. The reviewer, David, emphasizes his commitment to providing honest assessments of magic tricks to help viewers make informed purchasing decisions. "Where in the World" cleverly integrates a real-world app, "What Three Words," into a magical routine. The spectator names a landmark, and the performer uses the app to reveal that the landmark corresponds to a specific set of three words. The kicker is that the performer then displays a miniature replica of the landmark, seemingly predicting it from the start. The $57 package includes a custom-designed box, a postcard with a URL leading to a 53-minute tutorial video, a specially printed deck of cards, and miniature replicas of famous landmarks. The tutorial covers decoding the marked deck, card forcing techniques, and modifying the deck. David highlights that the effect works well with multiple spectators and suggests carrying multiple miniature landmarks. He considers "Where in the World" a "fun, solid trick" that blends mentalism, card magic, and a 3D kicker ending, suitable for a wide range of performers. While the coded marking system requires practice, he believes the effect is worth the investment.

Key points

  • The effect integrates the "What Three Words" app into a magical routine.

  • The package includes a custom-designed box, tutorial video, marked deck, and miniature landmarks.

  • The tutorial covers decoding the marked deck, card forcing, and deck modification.

  • The effect works well with multiple spectators.

  • An internet connection is required to use the app.