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Charms Deck by Nikolas Mavresis & David Jonathan


Hidden within this unique tarot-style deck is the best marking system we've ever seen. The 19 routines you'll learn will transform your magic and create unforgettable experiences.
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The Charms Deck — A Pocket-Sized Powerhouse of Meaning, Mystery & Magic

“A brilliantly quirky and personal utility—organic in appearance and amazingly fun for your audiences.”
Marc Spelmann

“Charms Deck is incredible — it’s a full act ready to go in your pocket… bursting with clever reveals and jaw-dropping moments. Truly brilliant!”
Joel Dickinson

“Everything they create is a banger, and the Charms Deck is no exception. Highly recommended!”
Alex Latorre

“Fresh, entertaining, amazing! So many hidden miracles in one deck — are you kidding?! You can build real connection with your audience. Another winner from David & Nikolas.”
Rizki Nanda

“A tiny museum in your pocket… a powerful tool for uplifting, authentic readings. I can’t wait to buy a brick and take them on the road!”
Paul Draper

A New Kind of Reading. A New Kind of Magic.

Built for connection. Designed for astonishment.
The Charms Deck by Nikolas Mavresis & David Jonathan introduces an entirely new system for personal readings—not tarot, not playing cards, but a curated world of lucky charms from across global cultures.

Whether you want to give meaningful, uplifting readings… deliver impossible predictions… or blow minds with playful, deeply visual mentalism… the Charms Deck is your new secret weapon.

It’s not just a deck.
It’s an experience waiting to happen.

What’s Inside the Charms Deck

A beautifully produced, meticulously engineered toolkit filled with secrets:

  • 40 tarot-sized cards, each illustrating a symbol of luck from around the world

  • A special Charm Finder card

  • A physical Hongbao envelope reveal

  • A triple prediction hidden inside the tuck box

  • 10 Omen cards — bad-luck symbols for powerful color-separation effects

The artwork is stunning.
The symbolism is universal.
And the secrets built into the deck are next-level.

19 Routines — Endless Possibilities

The in-depth tutorial teaches 19 effects, plus complete instruction on:

  • A remarkably easy-to-read multi-layered marking system

  • A stack that lets you know the card above and below any selection

  • A shading system that reveals exactly which card is missing

Here are just a few of the miracles you’ll perform:

1. The Alphabet of Fate

Your spectator makes a series of fair choices. When the final layout is revealed, the shapes of the selected charms form letters that spell the exact prediction set aside from the start.

2. Good Luck vs. Bad Luck

Using pure instinct, the spectator separates the Omen cards from the lucky charms with 100% accuracy.

3. The Lucky Number Reveal

A charm is freely chosen using the spectator’s personal lucky number. You read their mind and reveal the exact charm they’re thinking of.

4. The Impossible Group Read

A spectator mixes their chosen charm among several others. You name not only their selection… but every charm they’re holding.

5. The Red Envelope Miracle

A Hongbao envelope is placed on the table from the beginning. A charm is freely selected. Nothing is inside the envelope—because the envelope itself is the charm… a symbol of Chinese good fortune.

A Deck With Meaning. Magic With Impact.

The Charms Deck can replace your everyday cards to infuse your favorite routines with deeper connection and richer storytelling. The marking system is bold, elegant, and shockingly easy to read. The stack work is effortless. The symbolism gives every performance emotional weight.

Years in development, this is one of the most versatile and power-packed marked decks ever created.

Share the luck.
Create unforgettable moments.
Experience the wonder of the Charms Deck by Nikolas Mavresis & David Jonathan.

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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on August 19th, 2025
I think David Jonathan and Nikolas Mavresis are probably the best creator duo in magic but even for them, this one is special.
First, there's the product. The cards are beautiful , the packaging is first class and the little props are delightful. Good, solid cards that should last too.

The method: The word diabolical gets thrown around a lot but yeah....definitely that.

Finally, the teaching. You would expect, with these 2, that the instruction would be world class....and you'd be right. They teach a "Craig Petty length" video of effects for this deck and each and every one is a worker. It's not just plug and play stuff. Not just the 350th Gemini twins trick. It's obvious why this project took them so many year to complete. It's an entire act in a tarot sized box.
I'm going to base a full, 20 minute set around it!
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Versatility and Quality Report this review
Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on August 23rd, 2025
I saw this deck advertised here and started thinking about the possibilities.
The concept seemed very interesting and well thought out. I like the Tarot sized design it goes very well with the concept of luck it adds a sense of purpose and mystery. The routines given are well explained and attainable through practice and performances. I really am excited to try something new with the product with its added narratives and descriptions. It’s a really cool project. In a way it reminds me of snaps which is a treasure chest full of great possibilities. I’m very satisfied and glad I scooped it up.
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Interesting but slightly lacking Report this review
Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on August 23rd, 2025
The theming of this deck is I think where 70% of the value comes from. The intersection of spirituality is a great well for performance and storytelling.

I’m not in love with most of the tricks and routines in the instructional materials. Some are okay but most are not specific to this deck or anything this deck does. The “LOTUS” reveal is killer but everything else fell a little flat for me.

Markings are set up for lefties and not righties. Not a major issue but something to be aware of.

Instructional video is also a bit meandering and slow.

I don’t regret my purchase but I view a lot of the included tricks as more of a fun bonus rather than the meat of this deck.
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Simply great Report this review
Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on October 27th, 2025
This product is simply great. Try using Ted Lesly’s spectator as mmmentalist with this deck. I’m sure you’re gonna love it.
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A Swiss Army knife of fortunes Report this review
Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on October 25th, 2025
Bought this deck directly from DJ at his lecture at Marc DeSouza's House of Magic. The physical quality is excellent and they look rad.
I love cards, however I often want a deck that looks "Fortune Telling" or "Tarot". These hit that mark.
Lots of great fx that can be layered into your routine.
It is also possible to do many classic tricks with these cards for a different feel as an alternative to standard playing cards. Tons to learn on the video.
Worth every Penny = get a deck!
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