Dean Dill's Blizzard...
mitchell_leary
because of a BLIZZARD, I felt tis was the proper time to reveal the
workings of Dean Dill's trick of the same name. If you're a magician
and don't own the trick, shame on you (newbies excused).
There is a second rather powerful secret divulged in this video and
the performer probably doesn't have a clue he's giving it away. Not
that he's an idiot, most magicians don't discover it unless they're
into advanced card work.
First, here's the video tutorial for Dean Dill's BLIZZARD. I
commented on my prefered method for switching decks in the comments
section. This guy does it a little different, and that's ok. Watch
the video and come on back so we can discuss the other card secret
divulged but completely unrelated to the main trick:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MylBuAkydM&feature=related
Ok, welcome back. That other secret I wanted to discuss is in
reference to the slightly different shades of ink used in printing the
cards. This subtlety flies past most of the public, including most
magicians. It can be used for all sorts of magic and gambling tricks.
For example, imagine knowing where asll the high cards are at in the
deck during a game of Blackjack. Yes, it's bold, but I've actually
used this. I'm so bold in fact that I use a mixture of blue and BLACK
Bicycle cards. Unless you're looking for it, people don't see it,
it's that subtle.
HOWEVER, let's stick to the uses of this principle in magic.
You could have the cards legitimately shuffled, you're handed the pack
face down, and you thern seperate the red and black cards into two
piles.
Or, maybe have a card selected from the blue backed deck, turn your
back while it's signed. During this time you switch the blue backed
deck for the one of a different shade (or the black deck).
You get the idea, invent your own tricks.
On a seperate note, the biggest problem I've had with different shades
of ink usually involve the gaffed decks we buy from magic dealers.
Double backers are the biggest culprit. When possible, always inspect
the gaffed cards before you buy them.
-Leary-
Al Hastings
> Considering most of the airports along the east coast are closed
> because of a BLIZZARD, I felt tis was the proper time to reveal the
> workings of Dean Dill's trick
Mitch,
I dunno if it was you or some place else I read about using a deck
shell to use as a switch for the omni deck, but i'd definately want to
thank the person for that idea. It kills!
-A
mitchell_leary
Damn, I wish I'd thought of that. What a fantastic idea! Thanks for
posting that Al.
While we're on the topic of posting ideas, allow me to impart these
words of wisdom learned the hard way. When performing the straight-
jacket escape WEAR A CUP if you'll be using the crotch strap. I damn
near had to go to the emergency room thanks to a big burly biker
tightening the straps as tight as he could.
-Leary-
John Black
3765ed...@i40g2000yqh.googlegroups.com>, mitchel...@yahoo.com says...
> First, here's the video tutorial for Dean Dill's BLIZZARD. I
> commented on my prefered method for switching decks in the comments
> section. This guy does it a little different, and that's ok. Watch
> the video and come on back so we can discuss the other card secret
> divulged but completely unrelated to the main trick:
Mitch,
I've resisted all these years, but you guys are going to make me get a
gaffed deck yet...
I saw your comment. I like your way of getting rid of the other deck and
box but now you will have a deck and box in your pocket. Not bad as long as
there is not too much more evidence to hide during the set. With his way, I
guess, he could just put the box back on the table. Then no one would
wonder why the box that had been there the whole time is now gone. On the
other hand, with his way, there is actually a brief time where BOTH decks
are visible which I'm not crazy about. Anyway, its a nice effect and I
beleive neither of you will get busted on your methods.
John Black
Al Hastings
> other hand, with his way, there is actually a brief time where BOTH
decks
> are visible which I'm not crazy about.
It's like asking a spectator to shuffle the deck after you palmed
their card off - there is just a good feeling that you did something
so ballsy to produce a strong effect.
Other than a laugh or asking a spectator a question, the best
misdirection is shrugging your shoulders (David Williamson recommends
this while doing the top change), I have no idea why it works, but
people will always look at your face for a moment when you do that.
-A
mitchell_leary
> In article <760bd320-1786-4455-a885-
> 3765edee1...@i40g2000yqh.googlegroups.com>, mitchell_le...@yahoo.com says...
Hi John,
Maybe I should explain this set up a little bertter. What you do is
start out with the gaffed deck on under the shell box, with the real
deck on top of the box. This is how the whole thing is set on the
table in front of you. With him stairing at the four cards in front
of him, you reach over and lift the real deck and box (together as
one) up and stick the whole thing in your front pocket. He may glance
up, but when he sees the deck still on the table he goes right back to
stairing at the four cards.
It never registers whether the deck was on the box or the box was on
the deck. The thought that a deck switch has occured never enters the
guys mind. I've performed this trick dozens (maybe hundreds) of times
through the years and have never been caught, it still blows me away
to this day. My magic dealer showed me this when I bought the trick
and I've always used it. I don't think I've ever even read the
instructions to Blizzard. I may have to find them and re-read them as
I was kind of wondering why the guy in the video was using ther switch
he used.
I've also played with the idea of using a similar switch with other
effects. Such as using it with a Boston Coin Box. I'm wondering if
you could switch a stack of coins like the deck was switched. I
haven't given it enough thought to come up with an effect, or even a
reason for switching one stack of coins for another. I just can't
believe how well such a bold deck switch like this works. I only wish
I was smart enough to tease out the pure psychology involved so I
could apply it to other effects, and maybe even write a book about
it.
Something like this is discovered purely by accident, I don't believe
we humans are smart enough to intentionally dream something like this
up on purpose. Then again, Dean is one of the extremely rare non-gay
beauticians in the world. Maybe his brain works differently.
-Leary-
bill page
wow cool like balky
John Black
@s29g2000pra.googlegroups.com>, mitchel...@yahoo.com says...
> I've performed this trick dozens (maybe hundreds) of times
> through the years and have never been caught, it still blows me away
> to this day.
I completely believe you. Great trick.
John Black
Twm o'r Nant
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>First, here's the video tutorial for Dean Dill's BLIZZARD. I
>commented on my prefered method for switching decks in the comments
>section. This guy does it a little different, and that's ok. Watch
>the video and come on back so we can discuss the other card secret
>divulged but completely unrelated to the main trick:
>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MylBuAkydM&feature=related
I wish I had known about the use of a shell a few years ago. I was issued a
challenge. The spectator wanted to remove a card from the deck, sign the
back and replace it. Without passing the deck back to me, I was to tell hi,
what card he had removed.
I agreed to do it, but explained that I had to use 'remote viewing'. He was
to seal the deck, and place it on his person, and keep it safe until we next
met, by which time I would reveal the card. I needed to switch the deck
between him removing his card and replacing it. The shell method would have
been so neat, I'm almost tempted to repeat the trick - but I'll resist! I
shall find another use for the gimmick.
On a related topic to the ink question, most of the gaffed decks available
in the UK are 'poker' decks, where most packs of cards are 'bridge' cards,
slightly smaller. I seldom use a gaffed deck. The bigger size just calls
attention to the fact that these are not ordinary cards.
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Twm