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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Jokers of 2014
« on: December 22, 2014, 01:40:49 AM »Seconded!
Brilliant!
I'm going to assume you're seconding Four Points and not one of the other unseconded nominations...
Yessir, fixed my last post.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Jokers of 2014
« on: December 21, 2014, 07:33:00 PM »
Four Points, seconded!
Brilliant!
Brilliant!
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Gatorback Riders from David Blaine
« on: November 30, 2014, 11:23:45 AM »I camp at my computer, but not for sales. I just like to be lazy sometimes.
I'm guilty of it also. I don't think its something to be embarrassed about. There are worse places to be. It's something I don't complain about. I'm in my comfort zone and its my choice.
Before the internet, people used to wait on lines hours for concert tickets. Travel to dozens of stores to find a highly-saute after OR sold out Christmas toys.
Warning: Grammar Police
People used to travel to dozens of stores for things that were highly... pan fried?
Just busting your chops. Thought I would get it over with before Don chimes in!
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Les Printemps by Ricky Smith [DANANDDAVE.COM]
« on: November 29, 2014, 10:38:09 AM »I feel its a very simple design. I do like it.
Simple, but it has a lot going for it. The fact that these were given to friends of Ricky as wedding favors the likes of Dan & Dave Buck add to the allure of the deck. I really like the "honest" back story. Great idea to help fund Ricky's wedding.
Can someone explain the AoS? I know the logo OR face used is from ZEN. Why is EPCC using it for other decks? What does the logo on the AoS represent?
I think I remember reading somewhere, that is their representation of a Genie. I would imagine they are adopting this as one of, if not their only logo going forward. A magic based company such as they are, it would make sense to me. I would guess that any non customized AoS will get this treatment. Not entirely sure about any of this, it's mostly me speculating. May be a better idea to ask Bill K via the EPCC PCF AGENT thingy.
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Design & Development / Re: Deck Finesse Ltd
« on: November 18, 2014, 02:12:15 PM »
These are now available through Vanishing Inc.
https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/magic/magic-accessories/deck-finesse-glass-display-case/
https://www.vanishingincmagic.com/magic/magic-accessories/deck-finesse-glass-display-case/
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Extra Card or Cards in a Deck of 2014
« on: November 14, 2014, 06:54:20 AM »
I'll second Pagan and nominate the Independence Diptych.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Deck of 2014 Award
« on: November 14, 2014, 06:49:14 AM »
Seconded!
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: TEASER!! Breaking Bad?
« on: November 09, 2014, 11:30:34 PM »Here's a little teaser Albino Dragon posted on their fb page.
The signs point to a breaking bad themed deck, however no name has been confirmed.
Is a name really necessary? It looks like the show's opening sequence!
I think it's safe to say that this is a Breaking Bad deck. I would say it's 100% Will.
100% Will? I would have thought paper, personally...
Dammit Don, well done. I make a concerted effort to use proper English and appropriate punctuation to avoid your corrections. Burned again!
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Introduce Yourself / Re: Old face, new introduction
« on: November 09, 2014, 11:23:32 PM »
Congrats on the new position Marcus! You were already pretty dialed in but it's nice to have an inside man as a member of our community. Glad I can ask my magic questions here instead of having to deal with the Cafe.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: TEASER!! Breaking Bad?
« on: November 09, 2014, 01:47:08 PM »
This quote is from Albino Dragon, on this forum, in regards to the last lackluster Breaking Bad deck attempt...
"Yeah, I know a company already has the licensing rights for Breaking Bad so I'm sure we'll see one early next year.
I would agree with Don that creating your own IPs is definitely a much safer route to avoid litigation. "
I think it's safe to say that this is a Breaking Bad deck. I would say it's 100% Will.
"Yeah, I know a company already has the licensing rights for Breaking Bad so I'm sure we'll see one early next year.
I would agree with Don that creating your own IPs is definitely a much safer route to avoid litigation. "
I think it's safe to say that this is a Breaking Bad deck. I would say it's 100% Will.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Bicycle(TM)-Branded Deck of 2014
« on: November 07, 2014, 07:22:01 AM »
I'll nominate the Frontier decks.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Art Deck of 2014 Award Nominations
« on: November 07, 2014, 07:16:32 AM »
I nominate Pocono Modern.
Clipped Wings, Seconded.
Clipped Wings, Seconded.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Crowd funded Campaign Deck of 2014 Award Nominations
« on: November 07, 2014, 07:14:30 AM »
I'll Second these 2.
Pagan by Uusi
Origins by Rick Davidson
Pagan by Uusi
Origins by Rick Davidson
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Back Design of 2014
« on: November 07, 2014, 07:13:21 AM »
I'll second all those that haven't been.
Gatorbacks by David Blaine
Pagan by Uusi
Origins by Rick Davidson
Gatorbacks by David Blaine
Pagan by Uusi
Origins by Rick Davidson
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Face Design Cards of 2014
« on: November 07, 2014, 07:12:06 AM »
Hotcakes Seconded.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Tuck Box of 2014
« on: November 07, 2014, 06:54:59 AM »
I'll second the following from the "not seconded" list...
Independence Deck Limited Editions by Jackson Robinson
Dale Mathis Collection 3-D Mechanized Deck by Dale Mathis
52 Plus Joker 2014 Club Deck (Silver) by Jackson Robinson/EPCC
Independence Deck Limited Editions by Jackson Robinson
Dale Mathis Collection 3-D Mechanized Deck by Dale Mathis
52 Plus Joker 2014 Club Deck (Silver) by Jackson Robinson/EPCC
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Best Deck of 2014 Award Nominations
« on: November 07, 2014, 06:51:45 AM »18
The Conversation Parlor / Re: Contest - What Day Will Someone Make the 100,000th Post?
« on: November 02, 2014, 12:19:10 PM »
December 7th.
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Magical Cardistry Bonanza / Re: Wizard Wars
« on: September 08, 2014, 10:14:36 PM »Anyone watch the latest episode of Wizard Wars? Blake Vogt and Adam Trent's performance was by far the best I've seen so far on this show.
Was disappointed with Dan Hauss' performance. The magic was good, showmanship was somewhat bleh. I have the utmost respect for him and the magic he creates, but that performance from him felt boring.
What do you guys think?
I'm finding the pretense to be a bit much. They show people "working on their act", scouting the props and cutting a random length of wood on the circular saw but NONE of it ends up in their acts. It's kind of ridiculous, so why bother - ditch that crap, show us the real work or add more performers. It just wastes time and looks dumb. How many of those people actually use any of the wood they cut?
Agreed Don, there is a lot of fluff. They could definitely cut out all that garbage. I would imagine it's hard to show them actually prepping their routines without tipping any methods. They could fill the time with the "wizards" and judges performing. That would be much more enjoyable.
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Magical Cardistry Bonanza / Re: Wizard Wars
« on: September 08, 2014, 03:43:58 PM »
I think Hauss is a much better behind the scenes guy. He is an excellent creator but I have never been overly impressed with his performances. At least not the handful that I have seen.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Legends v1 vs v2
« on: September 07, 2014, 07:26:49 PM »
Legends V1=Best deck of cards on the planet. That is all. Please continue.
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Your top 3 in these categories
« on: September 07, 2014, 07:19:42 PM »I am just now beginning to collect decks and it's really overwhelming to this newcomer the amount of beautifully designed decks that have come out and/or are coming out, so I would really love to get everyones opinion on their top 3 in these categories. I would really appreciate it as it would help me decide which decks to start off my collection with.
Back design
1)
2)
3)
Face design
1)
2)
3)
Tuck Box
1)
2)
3)
Handling
1)
2)
3)
Overall favorites
1)
2)
3)
All of my answers are in no particular order...
Back design
1) Monarchs (Any) Just gorgeous.
2) Origins (Either) These are the second best deck to come from KS, Second only to anything Uusi has produced.
3) Bohemia (Either) These guys couldn't make a bad deck if they had a gun to their head.
Face design
1) Origins
2) Bohemia
3) Royal Optik
Tuck Box
1) Bohemia
2) Origins
3) Monarchs
Handling
1) Legends V1. This is my all time favorite usable deck and nothing even comes close. (Drops the Mic)
2) Rider backs. I like to perform so I am used to these as a go to deck.
3) Noc V3. Again we are back to the EPCC/LPPC companies. These guys are good.
Overall favorites
1) Bohemia. Again, Uusi can do no wrong. This is a fact.
2) Legends V1. These decks are unstoppable!
3) Royal Optik. I thought long and hard over this last selection. I just love this team.
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A Cellar of Fine Vintages / Re: Need expert feedback - Rare Bee USPC logo Tech Art Deck with 808 AoS
« on: September 07, 2014, 12:03:26 PM »
Awesome that you were able to cross it off your list. Congrats on the score. It is a nice deck. Enjoy!
EDIT: LET'S GO RAVENS!!!
EDIT: LET'S GO RAVENS!!!
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A Cellar of Fine Vintages / Re: Need expert feedback - Rare Bee USPC logo Tech Art Deck with 808 AoS
« on: September 07, 2014, 09:29:48 AM »
This guy has had these on ebay for ages @ $20. Safe to say they are currently worth about $20.
They are not exceedingly rare. I've heard the gift shop story before and, while I believe it, I'm certain that a lot more than "a few" ended up there along with other outlets. These are pretty easy to get a hold of.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251639012794?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2661&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
They are not exceedingly rare. I've heard the gift shop story before and, while I believe it, I'm certain that a lot more than "a few" ended up there along with other outlets. These are pretty easy to get a hold of.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251639012794?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2661&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
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Playing Card Plethora / Re: Post Your Collection / Your Newest Acquisitions
« on: August 15, 2014, 12:05:21 PM »
Awesome Rob! I'm glad you finally got your hands on one.