Looks great, plays great, seems impossible but it’s not, it’s fun and it looks like real magic.
There is really only one simple move and it’s really not a move. For all intents and purposes, the
spectator does most of the work just prior to the amazing climax of this effect.
The card
chosen by the spectator is really a free choice not a force - great start. There is no controlling
of the selected card - nice! There is nothing to make, glue, cut or add to the deck - this keeps
getting better. There is no sleight of hand, nothing complicated to do at all - Really? Yes. Pro or
novice - doesn’t matter, it’s easy. As I was watching the tutorial I just followed what Nathan did
with a deck of cards and it worked that quickly, I was already doing it. What you see in the trailer
is exactly what happens. Learning time - a couple of minutes. If you are a pro, Nathan does show an
alternate handling but this is not necessary.
What reason would you not buy this one, there
are none, this is a keeper and can be done in a moments notice. No set up required, totally
impromptu, use your deck or the spectator's as long as they don’t mind being left with a signed card
in their deck. But why not, what a great story they will tell about you the next time they play
cards and the signed card comes into play. This will also fool other Magicians if that’s what you
are into. Don’t hesitate, this is a ‘must have’.
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I am always looking for something that can be done anywhere/anytime with no prep AND with a borrowed
deck. This is that, my friends.
What 'Dark Triumph' does - and what it does so sneakily -
is having it appear that the magic is happening in the spectator's hands. The presentation is simple
and humorous, with the final reveal of a randomly selected signed card as the only face down card in
the deck a hoot.
No arts/crafts. No heavy sleights. No crazy moves.
Get this. Now.
Thank me later.
This is a worker. Big time.
Well done, Nathan.
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The two missing parts of any great Triumph has always been BOTH a borrowed deck and a spectator
shuffle. this is the solution. Awesome Nate!
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This is great Nathan. Really Great. I performed it at the Chicago Magic Lounge 5 min after watching
the tutorial. Floored ‘em! 😊
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Triumph is my absolute go to card trick. I’ve performed it thousands of times over the last almost
30 years. The first version I learned was taught to me by Baffalo Bill at the Cu Coo’s Nest in
Pittsburgh Pennsylvania (thanks Bill!).
I’ve tried several versions since then and always
go back to Bill’s method.
But I will definitely use Nathan’s handling to take it to the
next level. The fact that the spectator can shuffle is revolutionary! I do think that instead of
shuffling under the table, I will shuffle and have the spectator shuffle in a large black satin bag
or pillow case on the table itself.
Nathan is a great teacher and he takes the time on
this download to really go over some of the finer details and nuances.
It’s a great effect
and I don’t know why I didn’t think of this! I’ve always handled the cards casually and as openly as
possible, but this added layer of the spectator handling the cards takes it to a whole new level.
The one caution I have for those considering this purchase is that there is a little bit of
management to do, to keep your volunteer from either seeing how it’s done or messing it up
altogether. But it’s very easy and good practice to build up chops for other effects that require
more intense audience management.
Great stuff Mr Kranzo!
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This is brilliant. I'm a beginner at I get overwhelmed with a lot of tricks and then I give up on
them :D This one is different - this is a no brainer - even I can do it. No preparation, borrowed
deck, easy to perform - just brilliant. Best money i've spent on penguinmagic!
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This is an interesting solution to the Triumph plot that allows you to let the audience member
shuffle. There are virtually no moves, it's really easy to remember, and it can be done with a
shuffled borrowed deck, making it a real worker. I'm adding this to my impromptu repertoire.
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The two missing parts of any great Triumph has always been BOTH a borrowed deck and a spectator
shuffle. this is the solution. Awesome Nate!
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Through a presentational ploy Kranzo has taken away the sleight of hand and added SPECTATOR
SHUFFLES! It’s crazy, but it’s true! A spectator shuffles Triumph which is practically self
working.
Very thoroughly taught, you will be doing this in very little time.
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This is a self working trick that's easy to learn. It does take some audience management and proper
setting. Table, chair, etc. I've gotten around this with a large silk bandana. I've found that this
way makes for less dropped decks and makes everything look above board. And for some reason, with
the bandana covering the hands while shuffling less folks think your up to something.