The performer predicts the color matches among randomly assembled pairs and the identity of the spectator's remaining card.
A prediction envelope has been placed in full view on the table.
The spectator cuts into a regular deck and deals a small packet of cards to the performer. After a genuine riffle shuffle and a couple of cuts, he deals a small packet of cards to himself as well.
Without looking at the faces, the performer removes two cards from different positions in his packet and tables them face down. The spectator takes the top two cards from his own packet and freely places one onto each of the performer's cards, forming two random pairs. The procedure is repeated a few more times until the spectator is left with a single card, which he sets beside the prediction envelope.
The envelope is opened, revealing two prediction cards. The first reads: "3 pairs will match in color." The performer displays the resulting pairs, confirming the prediction. The second reads: "2 reds - 1 black." Once again, the prediction is correct.
To conclude, the playing card beside the envelope is turned over. It is the Jack of Hearts. The prediction cards are turned over as well, revealing the words Jack and Hearts.
Effortless. No sleight. No move. No marked or duplicate card.
1st edition 2026, PDF 12 pages.
word count: 2429 which is equivalent to 9 standard pages of text
