John Guastaferro – Second Storm

Experience the magic of John Guastaferro’s “Second Storm,” a captivating sequel to his acclaimed “Brainstorm” DVDs from 2003. This collection showcases John’s signature close-up magic, blending creativity and entertainment, perfect for both casual and formal performances. Renowned magicians worldwide commend John’s innovative effects, with Jon Racherbaumer noting, “Second Storm illustrates John’s extraordinary talent for creating unforgettable moments.” This series features exclusive card and non-card effects, along with fresh insights from John’s 2005 lecture notes, including special segments called “Brainstorm Breaks” that ignite your creativity.

Quick Draw — A striking visual opener using just a pencil and a finger ring, showcasing John’s unique Ring Load and Drop Link technique.

Tricycle Cards — Watch as four “baby jokers” mature into a delightful packet trick. You’ll learn to craft the clever gaff in minutes.

Teeter Totter Aces — Spectators assist in revealing the four Aces with a simple finger push, making it ideal for strolling performances.

Famous Aces — Witness John’s breathtaking Ace assembly, where the Aces vanish from their packets only to reunite inside the card box. This effect is the talk of the town!

Jokers To Go — Two Jokers inside the card box magically switch places with the spectator’s chosen card.

Remote Possibilities — A 52-on-1 card acts as a TV remote to reveal the spectator’s selection, offering a clever twist on the ambitious card plot with a surprising conclusion.

Fair Trade — The four Aces showcase their mind-reading skills before transposing with the four Kings.

QuickPocket — Signed Kings are placed in different pockets, only to instantly switch places with the spectator’s signed Aces. Two variations are included.

The Eerie Truth — A random card is selected with dice rolls, and after matching your written prediction, you unveil the eerie truth that the trick never occurred!

BONUS: Vino Aces — Featured in L&L’s “World’s Greatest Magic” series, John’s “Vino Aces” is a stunning presentation inspired by the classic “MacDonald’s Aces,” perfect for close-up and parlor performances.

BRAINSTORM BREAKS — Additional ideas and effects:

Cigarette Pack to Cards — A rapid, visual opener where a cigarette pack transforms instantly into a deck of cards.

The Stress Test — A clever card revelation using a stress test card.

Trans-Pocket Switch — Reveal a card from your pocket with a surprising twist.