It’s Saturday morning, 9:00, and time for the Monster Magic Saturday Show! Good morning—hope you’re all well. If you hear any noise, that’s just the river knocking things into the boat. Anyway, let’s get into the reviews.
- Penic by Nemo Liu (Hanson Chien Productions)
A flash-production gimmick for making a pen (or other object) appear. Comes with everything you need, including flash wool and a symbolon pen, but works with Sharpies too. Safe handling of flash wool is emphasized. You get two gimmicks, practical design, and easy clean-up. Not revolutionary, but a solid, reliable opener. Price: £25.99.
https://monstermagic.co.uk/products/penic-by-nemo-hanson-chien
- Crystal Tablet by N2G
A modern take on the Omni Deck. After a routine, the spectator finds their signed card sealed inside a crystal block. The clear version is best—fully examinable, though the block has minor production lines. Strong double-reveal impact, but pricey at £42.99, especially since the signed card can’t be given away. Great for hobbyists or special events; pros may prefer the classic Omni Deck.
https://monstermagic.co.uk/products/crystal-tablet-pure-edge-by-n2g
- Cheater Chips by Craig Petty
Ten marked poker chips designed with Phil Smith’s system, plus gaffs for transpositions, predictions, and more. High-quality clay chips with subtle markings. Craig teaches 15+ routines in a 3-hour tutorial, covering forces, shuffles, and classics reimagined with chips. Not groundbreaking, but versatile, engaging, and refreshingly different from endless card tricks. Price: £49.99.
https://monstermagic.co.uk/products/cheater-chips-by-craig-petty-1
- Vanishing Card Case by Nicholas Lawrence
An update of the classic disappearing deck, disguised as a card clip. Visual, direct, and great as an opener. Tutorial by Craig Petty includes vanish, color change, and multi-phase routines. Build quality could be stronger, and it lacks some convincers of the old version, but still a striking effect. Price: £35.99
https://monstermagic.co.uk/products/the-vanishing-card-case-by-nicholas-lawrence
That’s it for this week, go grab some magic and enjoy the best hobby in the world. See you next time!