Every once in a while a principle is discovered. Reduction is a revolutionized approach to achieve a classic plot in magic. From the mind of Nicholas Lawrence, a devious method was invented to perform a visual diminishing effect with no gimmick at all. Imagine pulling a deck of cards of out the box and leaving it on the table. You have the spectator select a suit. As you place your fingers on top of the deck and gently rub the cards, the thickness of the deck slowly gets thinner and thinner. You immediately spread the remaining cards to show all the suits have vanished except for the chosen suit. A visual mystery that is simple and powerful.
“There has been discussion if this item is advertised correctly as not requiring a gimmick. There is indeed no gimmick or gaff needed, however the deck needs to be set-up in a specific way prior to the performance. It would not be possible to perform this with a borrowed deck. The set-up of the deck is described in excellent detail on the DVD and is well within everybody’s grasp, I consider it very easy. During performance it is best if the effect is viewed from a top down angle, rather than eye level with the cards. Having said this I think it is a great trick and enjoyed the different handlings.” – Wolfgang Wollet, Tricksupply.com
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