HEARTBEAT: The Sensational Connection in Magic

HEARTBEAT, Ellusionist’s best-selling product of 2023, is a magical experience that transcends visual perception into the realm of sensations. Developed by Juan, a seasoned magician, this effect offers a unique connection between the performer and the spectator, leaving a lasting impression on both. In this review, we delve into the captivating qualities of HEARTBEAT, exploring its simplicity, impact, and the profound experience it creates.

SETUP

Magic is typically a visual art, but HEARTBEAT takes a different approach. The real magic lies in the sensation it evokes. When performing this effect, you place a pencil against your fingertips, establishing an intimate link with the spectator. With a touch to your heart, an inexplicable connection is forged. The spectator can feel the rhythm of your pulse coursing through the pencil. It’s an experience that defies explanation and must be personally witnessed to be fully understood.

HEARTBEAT’s brilliance lies in its simplicity. There are no elaborate electronics or concealed gimmicks. The pencil and your hands can be freely examined by the spectator before and after the effect. This transparency enhances the impact of the experience, as the spectator is left with a sense of awe and wonder at the seemingly impossible connection that occurred.

EFFECT

HEARTBEAT is not just a magic trick; it’s an unforgettable experience that leaves a lasting impression. It creates a deep emotional bond between the performer and the spectator. The effect is so powerful that it has the potential to form special connections and foster unique relationships between individuals. This makes HEARTBEAT a remarkable addition to any magician’s repertoire, capable of creating moments of genuine astonishment and wonder.

On the product page, customers have praised HEARTBEAT for its effectiveness and impact, as evidenced by numerous positive reviews. One review commends the effect, items, and tutorial, emphasizing that while not everyone may be able to perform all the effects, the ability to astound those who can makes it a worthwhile purchase. Another review highlights the simplicity of the method, allowing performers to focus entirely on their performance.

OVERALL 

HEARTBEAT is a true gem among magical effects, captivating both performers and spectators with its sensory connection. With its simplicity, impact, and ability to forge deep connections, HEARTBEAT has rightfully earned its position as Ellusinonist’s best-selling product of 2023. If you seek to astound and leave a lasting impression, HEARTBEAT is an essential addition to your magical repertoire.

Available NOW from ellusionist for $34.95 and get 10% off automatically on checkout.

NOW on Kickstarter, The Groundskeeper Playing Cards

Wyrmwood Gaming is an established brand from Boston, Massachusetts providing high-quality crafted items for luxury furniture and accessories for tabletop gaming since 2012. They have produced many beautiful products, from modular gaming tables to dice rolling towers and game pieces storage boxes.

Wyrmwood team then stumbled upon The Gentleman Wake, who had reviewed a few of their products. When they learned that TGW produced decks of playing cards, they have an idea to create Wyrmwood’s first official deck of playing cards- The Groundskeeper Playing Cards.

The Groundskeeper Playing Cards is designed by Dan Gretta, who also designed the gaming accessories for the decks, such as the poker chips and dealer coins.

The deck comes in three editions – the standard decks of Crimson and Cobalt and the limited edition luxury deck of Clover. Crimson and Cobalt standard editions are in Red and Blue respectively, while the Luxury Clover limited edition is in Green with metallic gold foil with gold gilding. The decks with be printed by Cartamundi – the standard editions are also available in a set of PVC cards.

The back design features a classical filigree design composed within the ancient architecture of the columns and niches. In the centre, there are the intertwining hands that represent Wyrmwood’s hardworking hands.

The top and bottom of the artwork feature two maidens reaching onto an amphora planted with a beautiful plant. The standard editions feature single color between red or blue. The limited edition feature green with gold foiling on the borders and some of the details.

The Ace of Spades features an illustration of a leprechaun’s head on the enlarged pip. The pips are modified slightly, with half of the pips featuring gold wood grain patterns.

The courts are custom illustrated yet they stay true to the classic rendition of the standard courts. It is a design made for card games. The beautiful artwork of the decks made them fit for collection as well.

The tuck box is a two-stage structure: a main box that contains the cards covered with the sleeve. The sleeve features beautiful architectural artwork adorned with gold foiling details. There is a die-cut window to peek into the main box.

Pushing away the sleeve, the main box welcomes you with a very beautiful, jaw-dropping illustration of a mystical garden. This garden tells a fantasy story of Wyrmwood’s connection with the natural material – in line with the wood craftsmanship of their products. There are a lot of details that can be found within the illustration, and the longer you see it, you can feel you are brought inside the painting. The main box features an interior pattern. These boxes are produced by Studio Pression in France.

These decks are specially designed for poker sets, so with that in mind, the decks come with custom-designed poker chips. Wyrmwood Gaming will be producing the exclusive wood boxes, cabinets and gaming tables for the project. The three decks may come with a wooden box. The most exclusive set for the project is the luxuriously crafted cabinet: which includes 6 decks, 3 dealer coins (dealer with small blind – big blind), and 6 drawers full of poker chips. 

The decks are printed with true linen finish, on slimline paper stock by Cartamundi. Pledge starts from $20 for the standard edition deck on Kickstarter!

OPC's Palmegranate Playing Cards Released!

Organic Playing Cards has brought back the Palmegranates, a concept brought back by popular demand, but with a new twist! TWO different decks- the Yellow edition and Red edition will be sold together as one Palmegranate.

The deck features an eye-catching red/brown/yellow colorway with a mirrored card back design, along with slightly modified court cards. Each tuck case is embossed with seeds and the different decks perfectly fit together!

Each of these decks are limited to 1500 and they have numbered seals. The Palmegranates are printed with TWPCC. Also, When you order 6 decks you will get them in a basket of Palmegranates! Available now on riffleshuffle.com for $17.90.

Keith Haring Playing Cards by Theory11

Get ready to step into the vibrant world of iconic artist Keith Haring with the latest drop by Theory11 that showcases Keith’s contemporary pop art.

Keith’s signature style comes alive as his iconic figures dance and play, capturing a sense of joy that has made his art so well-loved all over the world.

The artwork is expressed all over – from the tuck box, custom card backs to the courts, Aces and Jokers. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a card game fanatic, or simply seeking a unique gift, these cards will elevate each experience while paying homage to one of the most influential artists of our time.

So don’t miss the chance to bring the brilliance of Keith Haring into your card games. Let his artful journey begin and immerse yourself in the joyous spirit of his iconic figures.

Available now from theory11 for $14.95.