Magic Tricks

First of all let's get the negatives out of the way: This is a "needy" effect meaning you're going to have to supply a lot of your own materials. You're going to need a STANDARD back Bicycle deck. In my area, everyone seems to be carrying the Mandolin backs these days, I had to go to several stores before finding a Standard back deck. You're also going to need an internet connection to obtain the instructions because there are none included, just a link to a password-protected set of videos on Vimeo. Finally you're going to have to supply some magician's wax (which I did not have) or double-sided tape to keep the envelope closed. I was expecting to get this trick and be able to practice and perform right out of the box but that just wasn't the case.

As far as the trick itself, I think it definitely has potential. One unfortunate thing NOT revealed on the promo video is that there are 3 possible outcomes depending on what card the spectator stops at. The "best" outcome is the only one demonstrated on the video. One of the other outcomes is manageable but the third (and statistically the LEAST likely) is downright nasty. I've tried it out on family and friends and when that 3rd ending comes-up it's just confusing to the them and doesn't have near the wow-factor that the other two have.

Other than that I think its a nice packet trick that when it hits it really amazes. The supplied envelope is actually a paper-like plastic that should last much longer than a paper envelope. But my main gripe is that it comes pretty incomplete out of the box and is up to you to gather the necessary materials to be able to perform. I would have GLADLY spent $5 extra to have instructions and a complete deck included (other packet tricks in this price range include everything needed). So that's why I'm giving it 3 stars.