Ebook - Cons for the Distinguished Gentleman by Jason Ladanye (Digital Download)
Description & Effect
Unlock the Secrets of Card Mastery
Step into the refined world of Jason Ladanye, the 'Gentleman Thief,' with 'Cons for the Distinguished Gentleman' – a comprehensive digital download of his latest lecture notes. This essential 26-page ebook is meticulously crafted to elevate your card magic, offering five high-impact, stage-ready effects that blend unparalleled skill with captivating entertainment. Designed for the discerning performer, these routines promise to leave your audience utterly spellbound and solidify your reputation as a true master of prestidigitation. Prepare to add sophisticated, show-stopping pieces to your repertoire, each designed to elicit gasps and thunderous applause.
Pop-Up Poker: An Instant Royal Flush
Imagine a spectator shuffling a deck, then picking five random cards. In a flash, you not only find your own five cards but reveal them to be an undeniable Royal Flush, right before their very eyes. Ladanye's 'Pop-Up Poker' is a visual tour de force, an instant classic that combines sleight-of-hand with pure theatricality, leaving no doubt about your mastery over the pasteboards.
Ladanye's Collectors: A Sophisticated Trap
Experience Jason's refined take on the timeless Collectors plot. You'll set an impossibly high challenge, only to watch as the four Aces impossibly and elegantly trap all the spectator's selected cards. This routine is a masterclass in misdirection and execution, transforming a classic into a contemporary marvel that feels both impossible and perfectly natural.
A Gentleman's Game: The Art of Deception
Engage your audience in a casual game of high-card cut where the secret to victory lies in a well-placed lie. The twist? Even when your spectator attempts to replicate your 'strategy,' they simply cannot win. Ladanye's version of this engaging effect is packed with humor, showcases astounding skill, and culminates in an incredible, inexplicable transposition that will have everyone questioning reality.
Nightmare on Fifth Street: A Reputation Maker
Ready to build your legend? In a gripping game of Texas Hold 'em, you seemingly deal your opponent the four Aces – an unbeatable hand. But then, with a dramatic reveal on the river, the final card completes *your* winning hand, turning an apparent defeat into an astonishing victory. 'Nightmare on Fifth Street' is more than just a trick; it's a powerful narrative that guarantees gasps and cements your status as an unforgettable performer.
The Devil's Warm-Up: A Master's Introduction
Begin your show with an absolute bang. 'The Devil's Warm-Up' is a non-stop, electrifying sequence of magic and skill designed to immediately command attention and set a dynamic tone for your entire performance. This powerful opener doesn't just entertain; it unequivocally declares you a true master with a deck of cards, ensuring your audience is hooked from the very first moment.
Original Specs
Jason’s latest set of lecture notes which include five high-impact card effects. 26 pages / Comb bound.
Pop-Up Poker:
You and the spectator try to find a royal flush by picking five random cards from the deck they shuffled. You find yours instantly in a very visual way!
Ladanye’s Collectors:
Here’s Jason’s version of this classic effect. You set the bar a little too high with a challenge, but eventually the Aces trap all the selections.
A Gentleman’s Game:
Play an easy game of high-card cut with a spectator where the secret to winning is lying. When the spectator tries to lie, they still can’t win. In Ladanye’s version of this effect, you have lots of laughs, you show incredible skill, and the audiences witnesses an incredible transposition.
Nightmare on Fifth Street:
From a shuffled deck, you deal your opponent the four Aces during a game of Texas Hold ’em. However, the last card on the river completes your winning hand. This one is a reputation maker!
The Devil’s Warm-Up:
This opener will set the tone for the rest of the show. It’s a non-stop powerful mixture of magic and skill that tells your audience you are a master with a deck of cards.
