Ebook - Temptation by Gordon Bean

Unleash Unforgettable Magic: Temptation by Gordon Bean

Imagine performing a card trick so utterly baffling, so transparently impossible, that even the CEO of the U.S. Playing Card Company is left speechless, convinced you're using specially manufactured cards. That's the profound power of Temptation by Gordon Bean, a phenomenal close-up effect meticulously designed to elevate your magic to legendary status.

The Impossible Unfolds Before Their Eyes

At its core, Temptation is a masterclass in deceptive simplicity. Using just three ordinary playing cards – the Ace, Two, and Three of Spades – you'll create an illusion of impossible transpositions that defy all logic. Spectators will watch in disbelief as cards visibly jump from hand to hand, making the impossible seem tangible and real. The routine masterfully builds to an astonishing climax: a card vanishes from your hands only to reappear in the spectator's own hand. Their minds will race for an explanation, quickly settling on the only logical conclusion they can conceive: "You must be using gaffed cards."

Beyond Belief: Examine the Evidence

This is precisely where Temptation truly shines and distinguishes itself. After witnessing the impossible, you confidently invite your bewildered audience to pick up and thoroughly examine the cards. With expert precision, they'll scrutinize every detail, only to discover what Gordon Bean himself assured the U.S. Playing Card Co. CEO: these are just ordinary, high-quality Bicycle playing cards. "The finest cards made," as Gordon aptly puts it, emphasizing their authentic nature. This pivotal moment of realization, when their only logical explanation is utterly shattered, creates a lasting impression of pure, inexplicable magic that lingers long after your performance.

Mastery Made Simple for Every Performer

Forget endless hours of practice dedicated to perfecting complex sleights. Temptation is ingeniously designed to deliver maximum impact with no difficult sleight of hand required. Whether you're a seasoned professional seeking a powerful new routine or a budding enthusiast eager to perform a true miracle, the included photo-illustrated instructions provide clear, step-by-step guidance, ensuring you'll master and perform this effect with absolute confidence and captivating flair. Esteemed magician Whit Haydn unequivocally calls it "the perfect walk-around version of Three-Card Monte," praising its practicality and "mind-blowing effect" due to the complete examinability of the cards at the end. Add Temptation to your repertoire and leave an indelible mark on every audience you encounter.

Original Specs

Of the hundreds of people on whom Gordon Bean field-tested his new effect, Temptation, a particularly notable spectator was one Greg Simko, C.E.O. of the U.S. Playing Card Co. One evening, Mr. Simko was at The Magic Castle to discuss a custom deck being made for the film Shade, and when asked to perform an effect for him, Gordon brought out the Ace, Two and Three of Spades.

The routine's first phase sent the Three visibly from Gordon's right hand to his left hand, and Mr. Simko smiled. He had seen a lot of amazing sleight-of-hand and assumed this was more of the same. Next, the Ace jumped the other way, and Mr. Simko leaned forward. Finally, the Two jumped down to his own hand and Mr. Simko knew the only possible explanation. "You're using some of those special cards we printed for you." Gordon smiled and motioned for him to pick up the cards. Mr. Simko examined them with an expert's precision. "But they are ordinary Bicycles," said Mr. Simko. "The finest cards made," agreed Gordon with a smile. I wouldn't use anything else."

• No Sleight of Hand Required
• Photo-Illustrated Instructions
• Cards Made by the U.S. Playing Card Co.
• Cards May Be Examined

"Temptation is the perfect walk-around version of Three-Card Monte. Since all the cards are examinable at the end, it is a practical as well as a mind-blowing effect." -Whit Haydn