Running Scissor Cut, also known as a One-Handed Overhand Shuffle, is a continuation of the Scissor Cut that systematically strips off smaller packets from the main bottom packet. The move requires significant flexibility in the thumb muscles due to the need for an unusually wide thumb extension, creating space for the upper packet to drop. References Dan & Dave discussing this move (5:06-7:54) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6m0mjWI7m1Y
Waterbend is a smooth card drop in which the cards form two simultaneous arcs, creating the illusion of a flowing waterfall. Two popular variations of the move are: The classic version, where the cards are arranged in a "T" shape. A variation where the upper packet is positioned noticeably higher. References Nikita Yatsik performing the variation: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sq66-g-jd-I
One Handed Triforce is widely regarded as one of the most difficult moves in cardistry. It is a highly complex structure built from three interconnected triangles forming a stable formation. The construction process involves carefully separating additional packets and gradually sliding them into place under controlled tension. Origin Antoine Thomas tells the story of the trick: I did play legend of zelda myself and forming a one-handed triforce is an idea that has been tickling that fractal-friendly mind of mine ever since I did my first square struct. The complex nature of that particular structure obviously wouldn't allow me to do a quick and flashy formation, yet I wanted something pleasing to watch... The solution was to make the formation itself a crazy recasting sequence, made of structures like the pentagon, the square in pentagon, the house, and the triple triad, leading to that dream-come-true climax. References quote from the description of video from XCM Vlog by Antoine on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BmP9GS8vdo&list=PLB6795B5456D9D846
Giant Fan is a variation of the thumb fan that uses interlaced cards to create a larger fan. A popular variation is to significantly rotate the top packet inward before performing the fan. References the variation's presentation, Youtube Short, https://youtube.com/shorts/B1mbZbHqwfM?si=1lJ4b5ddkx8qawmu
Cascade is one of the classic card drops. Interlaced cards are released freely, creating a waterfall-like effect, known as a cascade. For smoother performance, newer decks are recommended.
Kryptonite is a complex one-handed flourish that divides the deck into multiple packets. Its difficulty and visual appeal come from rotating one packet while maintaining a demanding grip on the remaining packets, keeping them separate throughout the move.
Prism is a modern classic flourish that involves constructing a complex card structure and rotating it around its own axis. The move is highly versatile, allowing for a wide variety of performances. Variations differ in the shape of the structure, the number of layered structures, or the ability to perform two independent Prisms simultaneously. The most common variations include: A prism-shaped structure. A rhombus. An "M"-shaped Prism (referred to by the creator as "prisM"). A tower made of permanently bent cards arranged in an alternating pattern (known as "Prismeme"). References multi-layer prism: https://youtube.com/shorts/eo76dz4hW4Q?si=h3Wwt2enEmrf1pP3) (0:41 to the end) https://www.reddit.com/r/cardistry/comments/1cojhrk/a_few_fun_prism_variations/ (0:17 to 0:31) https://www.reddit.com/r/cardistry/comments/1cojhrk/a_few_fun_prism_variations/ Instagram story on Andrew's official account (fourth slide): https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17943856048346310/ Andrew's Instagram story (second slide): https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17943856048346310/
The Donut Fan is a highly visual display flourish based on a thumb fan. The fan is thrown into the air, allowing the falling cards to land on the hands and form a large donut-like shape. There are two main variations: A standard thumb fan transformed into a donut shape, where the cards are loosely spread apart. An interlaced thumb fan that is expanded into a larger donut, creating a much tighter and more structured formation.
Flo is a simple flourish that spreads the cards across the hands into a small rainbow-like arc. It is best performed with low-friction cards for cleaner movement.
This one handed move is a self working OH rhombus. Name given for the "snapping" motion that forms the rhombus.
