A card is chosen, signed, and returned to the deck. The cards are shuffled face up and face down and are thoroughly mixed.

Without any fancy moves, you spread the cards and show that they are all now facing the right way, except for the chosen card.

Pteroleum is the most beautiful and direct Triumph effect we’ve ever seen.

But it’s more than just a triumph effect. It can also be used to perform a stunning version of Oil & Water, in which the face-up and face-down cards are separated from one another, starting with just a few cards and ending with the entire deck.

You’ll learn multiple variations of each routine, as well as Max’s favorite use of the Petroleum principle: a dual-reality Triumph. Devilishly crafted, it’s the most powerful card magic trick Max can perform—and now it’s yours.

Max explains every aspect of the routine in 1 hour and 22 minutes of crystal-clear, step-by-step instructions, so you can start performing right away. Includes a Petroleum gimmick in the Red Bicycle Maiden Back design. A hidden gem kept secret for years… now in your hands.

“”I was lucky enough to witness this miracle, and I saw firsthand the impact this will have on your spectators. Bravo.”
– Dani DaOrtiz