The Best NO SETUP Go To Card Trick EVER MADE!

MLT Magic Tricks・2 minutes read

Perform a no-setup card trick using four aces to determine a spectator's chosen card's suit and value, with a killer ending revealing their original selection as the ace of spades. The trick involves controlling the spectator's card to the top, discreetly peeking at the suit, and using the aces to reveal the card's identity.

Insights

  • The trick involves using the four aces to determine the suit of the spectator's selected card, ultimately revealing it to be the ace of clubs.
  • Through discreet control of the spectator's card to the top of the deck and clever manipulation of the aces, the magician creates a captivating illusion that culminates in a surprising and impressive reveal, showcasing the importance of precise sleight of hand and strategic card handling in creating magical effects.

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Recent questions

  • How can I impress someone with a card trick?

    By performing a no-setup card trick where the spectator shuffles the deck, selects a card, and it is controlled to the top. Use the aces to determine the suit of the spectator's card, revealing it in a captivating manner.

  • What materials do I need for the card trick?

    You will need a deck of cards with four aces to perform the trick. Ensure the spectator shuffles the deck and selects a card that is not an ace to maintain the element of surprise.

  • What is the key technique used in the trick?

    The key technique involves controlling the spectator's card to the top of the deck discreetly, peeking at the suit, and using the aces to match the suit of the selected card for a dramatic reveal.

  • How do I reveal the spectator's card in the trick?

    To reveal the spectator's card, introduce the aces face down, perform double lifts to show and return the aces, and conclude by placing the ace of clubs on the deck, unveiling the spectator's card, and cutting the aces for a magical effect.

  • What is the final reveal in the card trick?

    The final reveal involves transforming the spectator's selection into the ace of spades, showcasing it as the only face-up card in the deck, and astonishing the spectator by unveiling their original choice as the real ace of spades for a memorable and impressive conclusion.

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Summary

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"Deck of Cards Magic Trick Tutorial"

  • MLT Magic Tricks performing and teaching a no-setup card trick perfect for impressing with a deck of cards.
  • Spectator shuffles deck, selects a card (e.g., 7 of spades), and it's controlled to the top.
  • Aces (diamonds, hearts, spades, clubs) are used to find the suit of the spectator's card.
  • Ace of hearts, diamonds, and spades are turned over, returned to the top, indicating the suit isn't a match.
  • Ace of clubs turned over, placed on deck, revealing the spectator's card (10 of clubs).
  • Tutorial: Need a deck of cards with four aces. Spectator shuffles, selects a card (avoid aces).
  • Control the selection to the top, peek at the suit discreetly (e.g., spades).
  • Pick up aces in order matching the suit of the spectator's card (e.g., ace of spades on top).
  • Introduce aces face down, perform double lifts to reveal and return aces, determining the suit.
  • Conclude by placing the ace of clubs on the deck, revealing the spectator's card, and cutting the aces.

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"Magic trick reveals ace of spades"

  • Perform a magic trick where the spectator's selection magically transforms into the ace of spades; keep the ace facedown on the table, spread out the deck facedown, reveal the ace of spades as the only face-up card, and astound the spectator by revealing their original selection as the real ace of spades, ensuring a killer ending that is not too difficult to master with memorization of the steps.
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