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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
Hey guys, Here is another version of S.C-A.R-E.D which is a bonus routine in the book. The idea for this version came from Alan Rorrison so a big thank you to him!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltX2iPvwRQ4 JamieD
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Nico Zottos Elite user 486 Posts |
Okay guys......I got an Advanced Preview of S.C-A.R-E.D so here is my review.
Effect 10/10- The effect is very well thought out and seems to be well researched. There are numerous handlings in the PDF and are all practical for everyday use, which leads me to my next subject. Practicality 10/10- This effect is IMPROMPTU. The "set-up" is all done infront of the spectator in the form of a routine. The deck can be borrowed from the spectators on that special occasion that someone asks. There is an advanced handling which requires about 30 seconds to make which for me, is not long at all for a trick like this. There is also another version with a ghost, this requres 15-20 second setup. PDF 8/10- The PDF is very well constructed with detailed instructions and photos to help guide you through. Routines 9/10- The routines are very well thought out but there are not to many, leaving room for you to create your own. Overall I give this effect a 9.5/10...When this comes out, I highly recommend looking into it! |
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
This is amother small review from Kit Felgate of who I sent a pre-release to:
"Jamie also kindly sent me over a pre release copy of the manuscript. Having worked with Jamie on my own release, and having many conversations regarding routines and ideas I knew that Jamie wouldn't dissapoint. The PDF is one of the most professional looking ones I've seen in the magic community. You can tell a lot of effort has gone into the lay out to make it easy to read. The pictures are crystal clear. At first (probably because I'm an idiot) I didn't get it, and it simply wouldn't work. After talking with Jamie I realised I was in fact an idiot and was doing it all wrong. Once I could do it I gave it half an hour of practice and showed my mum. She knows all about loops and IT, etc. So once I showed her S.c.a.r.e.d she didn't know what to think, will be using this in the real world once I have it down pat. The handling can be a little bit fiddly but doesn't take long to get use to, however, I'm sure the performer will adapt it to his own style and mechanics preferences. I highly recomend this, as it's cheap and you can even do it with a borrowed deck with a bit of caution. All you need is a deck of cards. I'm not just saying this because Jamie is a friend, but this is 10/10."
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Y2John Inner circle 1498 Posts |
Hey...
Lol that review gives it a 10 yet before talking with the creator, understood the directions within the manuscript to be different to that which the creator wanted, and thus got it entirely wrong. Then he shows it to his mum, and the reaction seemed, well, like nothing much... then he has yet to perform it in the real world, and yet gives this a 10, and this is after saying it's fiddly etc and so on. Then we have this Nico who has a preview copy, and also gives it 9.5... to me it seems that the second review is not worth looking at, and the 1st appears to me to be someone helping out and putting in a good word. Hey, maybe I'm wrong, and the 1st reviewer really did think it worthy of a 9.5, but I'm not convinced. The demo did look pretty cool though, seems like a nice version. |
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
Hey Y2John,
Nico has been testing S.c-A.R-E.D with me for somtime and I knew he would give a honest opingion of the PDF and the written side of the effect as well as the actual effect. Kit was infact reviewing the PDF mainly. I wanted a few honest opingions of the standard of the PDF because in the end it is these words on a page that people are buying. He didn't understand it at first but I realised why and edited the pdf so it was more understandable. This is why I wanted to send a few of them to freinds, then I could find any faults that anyone had with it and perfect it. I want to bring out an effect in which everything has been considered and make sure that the standard is the very best quality. I personally have been using S.C-A.R-E-D for a few months now and I can assure you the reactions are far better then "and the reaction seemed, well, like nothing much..." There is a bonus routine which was inspired by Alan rorrison, The reactions you will recieve from this version of the effect is worth every ounch of effort that's been put into this project. The reactions you'll recieve range from pure fright, screams, gasps and I've even had a young women shed a tear at the prospect of the deck cutting it'self and a cartoon ghost manefesting on the back of her signed card. I ask that you check the effect out yourself and give YOUR opingion of it. These are honest and true opingions. I did not ask for them to be nice or false. I asked them to be honest. JamieD
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Y2John Inner circle 1498 Posts |
Hey JamieD...
No worries, I understand, and you are doing the right thing by doing things that way. Also it's good to get a reply which has honest and thoughtful answers, and that actually gets your point/view across without dismissing others. The effect on the vid does look cool, and based on that and the comments I would say it seems like a decent take on that style of effect. Cheers. |
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
Y2John, Thank you for your understanding, I hope to hear your points on the effect soon.
JamieD
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Alan Rorrison V.I.P. 2494 Posts |
I will post a full review later this evening when I have more time but I must say. I have it. I use it and I find it a fantastic method!
Have a peek you will not be disapointed |
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Kit New user 61 Posts |
Hello Café,
My previous review of the manuscript was before trying it out on the real world, therefore I'm writting another quick review. Having spent today performing this routine to strangers the reactions have been amazing. I had one girl scream and drop the cards when I performed it in her hands. This is ideal for table hoping or walk around. A table, a pair of flat palms, even on the ground, there are no restrictions. The PDF now has a variety of handlings which makes my last comment about being fiddly, obsolete. You won't be dissapointed and you will quickly find this routine fitting into your arsenal. |
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Cameron Francis V.I.P. 7025 Posts |
This is really, really terrific! I'll be honest, I've never done a Haunted Deck effect before. Don't like IT and didn't want to work with a gimmicked deck. But this is so practical. You really can have the special something in the deck, or in the card case, and not have to worry about anything. You're ready to go whenever.
Two thumbs way, way up!
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
Two more comments that were very kindly given about the effect:
"This a clever and creative solution to this classic plot in magic. I love it!" - Peter Eggink "Very nice! A sound ‘on the fly’ method for a classic effect." - David Forrest JamieD
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
Hey Guys, This is hopfully to be released within the next week. I'll give you a date in a day or two!
Jamie Daws
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
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Cameron Francis V.I.P. 7025 Posts |
I was very flattered to have my ideas included in the final manuscript. This is really, really terrific. I'm carrying it with me all the time now. And the best part is, it takes no effort to carry it around as what you need slips into your card case or your deck without any muss or fuss.
MOMENT'S NOTICE LIVE 3 - Six impromptu card tricks! Out now! http://cameronfrancismagic.com/moments-notice-live-3.html
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
The handlings the Cameron came up with were fantastic and I think they were a fantastic way to finish of the project. I'm glad you use it Cameron because goodness knows it's got me out of some tight spots!
JamieD
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Thomas Kwon Veteran user 333 Posts |
This is REALLY AMAZING. I have recently got this, and all the claims made in the ad, and all the comments made by others are 100% true. Like some others, I have never performed haunted pack, due to their methods being too "gimmicked". That being said, Jamie's handling eliminates the drawbacks on other traditional methods available on the market, and his handling, which is very easy and practical, allows you to focus on the presentational aspects of the effect.
If you haven't performed haunted deck tricks because of their "gimmickedness", this is THE product that you should get. 9/10 is my overall rating of this absolutely excellent product. (after all, nothing's perfect) |
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JamieD Inner circle London 1798 Posts |
Heya Tom,
Thanks for the Kind words! I'm glad you feel like you can do the Haunted Deck effect as it is an absolute Classic! All the best, JamieD
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Dominic Reyes Inner circle Got to a gig too early so wrote his 1429 Posts |
Just dropping in to say well done Jamie for an excellent bit of practical, useable magic!
Also the passworded support forum for S.C.A.R.E.D is now live at http://www.streetsleights.com Jamie has posted some extra tips etc, so if you have any good ideas/ presentations you would like to share only with other owners of the effect, please do post them. It should grow into a very useful resource. Good luck with your magic Dominic Reyes
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Nbac New user 13 Posts |
This days we are used to see more and more effects everyday and at the same times more and more gimmicks. So, for me, making a great effect impromptu is a really good idea. And for that price, it's a bargain! I've tried it and it had the same result as other haunter deck, people don't see your fingers holding the deck as they don't move and they just experience real magic. Thanks a lot for sharing it.
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