Rematch is the latest top notch offering from cream of the crop providers Vanishing Inc. The creator Caleb Wiles is one of my favorite names in modern card magic, if your unfamiliar with Calebs's material, you should go search! NOW!
Rematch comprises of three different effects. The effect which this review explores is '26!'.
'26!' takes on the matching plot, famously tackled by such greats as Tamariz, Hartling & Ackerman to name a few. The plot involves selected cards matching mates in a corresponding packet & usually ends with a complete deck match, i.e. every pair of mates are in a matching position. For those who don't know the plot, the deck is believed to be undoubtedly mixed throughout - which is obviously where the magic element arises.
Unlike some of the previous versions (which use full deck stack), Caleb's relies on a small set-up which can be done on the fly (method taught) . The effect is split into three phases, each combining devious & apparently unintentional, nonchalent actions to cause each moment of magic to really come as a surprise and hit hard, of course making this not only fooling for magicians but totally bewildering for laymen!
In keeping with the ultimate finale, Caleb's version includes an entire deck match which is not only a wonderful act of magic, but a devilishly crafty piece of psychology too.
The method is practically free from sleights, a couple of back to basics moves, but nothing hardcore or illogical. All in all this a very well constructed effect, super clever, super commercial, super impact.. superb!
This one gets a highly recommended badge from me, sweet work Caleb, keep'em comin!
Available at http://www.vanishingincmagic.com/
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