Unleash your inner magician with the royal road to card magic

The royal road to card magic is a method of learning and mastering card tricks and illusions. It is often considered the most effective and comprehensive way to become skilled in card magic. The term "royal road" comes from the idea that this method is like a royal road to success in card magic. The royal road to card magic typically consists of a series of progressive lessons or chapters, each building upon the previous one. It starts with the basics, such as learning how to hold and shuffle a deck of cards properly. From there, it progresses to more advanced techniques, such as card controls, flourishes, and sleight of hand.

manga and light novels are usually too detailed or spoon feeding the readers

I think being teased like that is cheap writing to captivate the audience, but at least we didn t have to wait several episodes for them to reveal what they said. GakutoDeathGlare said So all it took was a single episode of Bojji training behind doors with Death-Par wasn t even that long in the anime timeline either and suddenly he s proclaimed the strongest in the world.

From there, it progresses to more advanced techniques, such as card controls, flourishes, and sleight of hand. One of the key aspects of the royal road to card magic is its focus on developing a solid foundation in fundamental card-handling skills. This includes learning various shuffles, cuts, and controls, as well as different ways to reveal and manipulate selected cards.

Worst "training arc" ever?

I mean, just where is the pay off here? Am I supposed to believe all this? Does this mirror expect the viewer to believe all this? Either she is lying or I can only shake my head at this sort of lazy writing. I seriously hope I am wrong on this, or else I'll have to drop my overall score once again tbh.

ok but fr tho if these aren't actual bait threads, then that's kinda sad bro ngl.

If these are your actual thoughts and you're looking for some healthy discussion, um, best I can do is this: ousama ranking likes to tease us with the inaudible trope, important things are said by the characters, but the audience is left out of the loop for the time being. It happened twice in this episode, characters whisper stuff to each other and we have no idea what they're saying. Thankfully they didn't drag it on for very long and actually revealed what they said in this very episode. I think being teased like that is cheap writing to captivate the audience, but at least we didn't have to wait several episodes for them to reveal what they said.

HOWEVER, we might have to wait a few episodes to see what happened behind those doors during this, um, training, arc as you call it. Obviously something major happened that we the audience do not yet know (SHUT UP manga readers!), but of course they're going to reveal everything later. At least they did explain quite a bit in this episode, fully explaining how bojji is so tiny. Anyway, we just have to wait and be patient to find out what happened behind those doors during this TRAINING arc.

After all, it shouldn't be holding our hand all the time, right

deg said:
lol im almost sure there will be flashbacks of that training with how detailed the story telling is so far like most manga adaptation its not an anime of show and do not tell type of anime

manga and light novels are usually too detailed or spoon feeding the readers

deg said:
lol im almost sure there will be flashbacks of that training with how detailed the story telling is so far like most manga adaptation its not an anime of show and do not tell type of anime

manga and light novels are usually too detailed or spoon feeding the readers

Even if we do get flashbacks to his secret training, it would not count as part of the training arc. Anyway, at most we'll get to see him using whatever power up he got a couple of times. There's no emotional pay off, all this hard work that went into a characters training is seemingly thrown out the window here. It's hilarious to me because they like to emotionally manipulate you with certain stuff, yet they won't show Bojji's drawn out struggles? wtf.

GakutoDeathGlare said:
So all it took was a single episode of Bojji training behind doors with Death-Par (wasn't even that long in the anime timeline either) and suddenly he's proclaimed the strongest in the world!? It'll have to be some ass-pull sort of power bestowed upon him, since we all know just how pathetically weak he was physically (couldn't lift a bucket of water or seemingly even a dagger, but can somehow throw himself around no problem, not much consistency with all this, think they took the whole "physically weak" body to the extreme and it's too much).

I mean, just where is the pay off here? Am I supposed to believe all this? Does this mirror expect the viewer to believe all this? Either she is lying or I can only shake my head at this sort of lazy writing. I seriously hope I am wrong on this, or else I'll have to drop my overall score once again tbh.

What other training arcs even come close to this? I can't think of anything off the top of my head.

GakutoDeathGlare said:
So all it took was a single episode of Bojji training behind doors with Death-Par (wasn't even that long in the anime timeline either) and suddenly he's proclaimed the strongest in the world!? It'll have to be some ass-pull sort of power bestowed upon him, since we all know just how pathetically weak he was physically (couldn't lift a bucket of water or seemingly even a dagger, but can somehow throw himself around no problem, not much consistency with all this, think they took the whole "physically weak" body to the extreme and it's too much).

I mean, just where is the pay off here? Am I supposed to believe all this? Does this mirror expect the viewer to believe all this? Either she is lying or I can only shake my head at this sort of lazy writing. I seriously hope I am wrong on this, or else I'll have to drop my overall score once again tbh.

What other training arcs even come close to this? I can't think of anything off the top of my head.

ok, what if, the thing that makes no sense and hasn't been explained yet, doesn't make sense BECAUSE IT HASN'T BEEN EXPLAINED YET.

maybe it is an ass pulling, but you don't know that yet. just let the show explain itself, and if it didn't make sense after that, then complain about it.

GakutoDeathGlare said:
So all it took was a single episode of Bojji training behind doors with Death-Par (wasn't even that long in the anime timeline either) and suddenly he's proclaimed the strongest in the world!? It'll have to be some ass-pull sort of power bestowed upon him, since we all know just how pathetically weak he was physically (couldn't lift a bucket of water or seemingly even a dagger, but can somehow throw himself around no problem, not much consistency with all this, think they took the whole "physically weak" body to the extreme and it's too much).

I mean, just where is the pay off here? Am I supposed to believe all this? Does this mirror expect the viewer to believe all this? Either she is lying or I can only shake my head at this sort of lazy writing. I seriously hope I am wrong on this, or else I'll have to drop my overall score once again tbh.

What other training arcs even come close to this? I can't think of anything off the top of my head.

ok, what if, the thing that makes no sense and hasn't been explained yet, doesn't make sense BECAUSE IT HASN'T BEEN EXPLAINED YET.

maybe it is an ass pulling, but you don't know that yet. just let the show explain itself, and if it didn't make sense after that, then complain about it.

Gween_Gween said:
The training of Bojji was the equivalent of Johan's deeds, but even lazier because doing a training arc is easier to pull than doing a credible mastermind.

A little off topic, but people who decide to come into a post to do a meta comment about the threads are so boring and unoriginal, no wonder they like this shit

because it's a stupid complaint. anyone with half a brain can tell that this was not a "training ark". it was meant to be a mystery, that got set up by using shock value. the goal was to make the audience go "wtf happened".

now i'm NOT saying doing that is a masterful writing technique that makes this show a modern masterpiece, or even deserving of it's score. it's a pretty standard way of story telling, but for fuck sake stop making everything a complaint. like come on, how tf do you expect me to take his criticisms seriously, when he calls this a training ark, and complains about it not making sense, when it is blindly obvious that it hasn't been explained yet.

like come on, his two main points are objectively wrong, because his understanding of the plot is wrong. you can't complain about something being a bad training ark and not making sense. when it's not a training ark and it's not meant to make sense at this point in the story.

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because it's a stupid complaint. anyone with half a brain can tell that this was not a "training ark". it was meant to be a mystery, that got set up by using shock value. the goal was to make the audience go "wtf happened".

now i'm NOT saying doing that is a masterful writing technique that makes this show a modern masterpiece, or even deserving of it's score. it's a pretty standard way of story telling, but for fuck sake stop making everything a complaint. like come on, how tf do you expect me to take his criticisms seriously, when he calls this a training ark, and complains about it not making sense, when it is blindly obvious that it hasn't been explained yet.

like come on, his two main points are objectively wrong, because his understanding of the plot is wrong. you can't complain about something being a bad training ark and not making sense. when it's not a training ark and it's not meant to make sense at this point in the story.

So I agree, this is not a "training arc", the character just happened to get stronger out of nowhere and they will reveal an abstract scheme of such training later on. The problem is that doing so is lazy, the details and emotions that could have gone into the training are thrown out of the window because, for some reason, the author decided to hide a piece of information that is normally available in this anime. It doesn't come off as a honest way to proceed with the story, it is like making the dialogues mute for 5 minutes to later on explain the conversation

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It seems pretty clear that King Bosse's strength is actually Bojji's strength that Bosse stole. That's probably why the mirror answers with Bojji to the question of who's the strongest. (Further evidence for that was the pact with the devil that required family blood.)

But now Bosse died and Bojji might have somehow regained this power. Daida was consumed and replaced by Bosse instead. This is all a bit confusing and still in need of further explanation.

Regardless, Bojji's training was not an arc, just an upgrade. Since he's already deemed the strongest, then either:
1) The point of the show is not for Bojji to become number #1, but to explore the conflicting dynamics between those who seek power.

2) Bojji is not really the strongest yet. He might have trained and gained power, but he likely needs proper combat skill and learning to control his emotions, as well as strengthening his willpower in a real hostile environment.

So far, the situation is unclear, but that doesn't mean it ought to remain that way, and I'm not that anxious for spoon fed, quick explanations. The pacing of the show is fine.

But now Bosse died and Bojji might have somehow regained this power. Daida was consumed and replaced by Bosse instead. This is all a bit confusing and still in need of further explanation.

because it's a stupid complaint. anyone with half a brain can tell that this was not a "training ark". it was meant to be a mystery, that got set up by using shock value. the goal was to make the audience go "wtf happened".

now i'm NOT saying doing that is a masterful writing technique that makes this show a modern masterpiece, or even deserving of it's score. it's a pretty standard way of story telling, but for fuck sake stop making everything a complaint. like come on, how tf do you expect me to take his criticisms seriously, when he calls this a training ark, and complains about it not making sense, when it is blindly obvious that it hasn't been explained yet.

like come on, his two main points are objectively wrong, because his understanding of the plot is wrong. you can't complain about something being a bad training ark and not making sense. when it's not a training ark and it's not meant to make sense at this point in the story.

So I agree, this is not a "training arc", the character just happened to get stronger out of nowhere and they will reveal an abstract scheme of such training later on. The problem is that doing so is lazy, the details and emotions that could have gone into the training are thrown out of the window because, for some reason, the author decided to hide a piece of information that is normally available in this anime. It doesn't come off as a honest way to proceed with the story, it is like making the dialogues mute for 5 minutes to later on explain the conversation

i do get what you are saying. it's a pretty cheap way of gaining engagement, and there are things that might have been missed out on because of it.

but here's the main problem with this complaint. that is only the case, if everything happens, the way you expect it to happen.

why/how he got stronger is the key. your complaint is wrong, because you are assuming it was a normal "training ark". there are more than a few possible reasons for this being the right choice. this is not something that can be judged this early.

you are right that the show sacrificed the emotional impact of seeing the mc grow in a way that even a flash back can't make up for it. but you haven't seen what the show gained from that sacrifice. for all you know, it might pay off with something even better and more impactful.

your complaint is a lot more valid than the op, but you are still jumping the gun. it's still too early.

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By mastering these basic techniques, magicians can then apply them to a wide range of card tricks and illusions. In addition to learning the various techniques and moves, the royal road to card magic also emphasizes the importance of presentation and misdirection. It teaches magicians how to create a sense of mystery and wonder through their performances, using storytelling, patter, and psychology to enhance the impact of their tricks. The royal road to card magic has been widely regarded as a classic and essential resource for aspiring magicians. One of the most well-known books on the topic is "The Royal Road to Card Magic" by Jean Hugard and Frederick Braue. First published in 1948, this book has since become a staple in the field of card magic and is often recommended as a starting point for beginners. However, it's worth noting that while the royal road to card magic provides a solid foundation, it is ultimately up to the individual magician to explore and develop their own unique style and repertoire. Card magic is a highly creative and constantly evolving art form, and the royal road serves as a starting point from which magicians can continue to grow and innovate. In conclusion, the royal road to card magic is a comprehensive and effective method for learning and mastering card tricks. By focusing on fundamental techniques, presentation, and misdirection, magicians can develop their skills and create captivating performances. While the royal road provides a solid foundation, it is ultimately up to the individual magician to continue exploring and developing their own unique style..

Reviews for "The royal road to card magic: From novice to expert"

1. Rachel - 2/5 - I had high expectations for "The royal road to card magic", but unfortunately, it fell short for me. While the explanations were clear, I found the book to be quite outdated. With the advancements in card magic over the years, many of the techniques taught in this book are no longer practical or impressive. Additionally, I felt that the book lacked creativity, as it primarily focused on traditional card tricks without offering any fresh ideas or unique approaches. Overall, I was left feeling underwhelmed and uninspired by this book.

2. Mark - 3/5 - As someone who is relatively new to card magic, I was initially excited to delve into "The royal road to card magic". However, I found the book to be quite overwhelming and confusing at times. The explanations were often vague and assumed a certain level of prior knowledge. While it may be suitable for more experienced magicians, I felt lost in the sea of techniques and sleights presented in the book. Additionally, the organization of the material could have been improved, as it seemed quite erratic and disjointed. While it did provide a solid foundation for card magic, I would recommend beginners to explore other resources that offer more beginner-friendly guidance.

(Note: These are fictional reviews provided as per the request. The opinions expressed in the reviews do not reflect my personal beliefs.)

Beginner's guide to card magic: The allure of the royal road