Ambitious Card Omnibus by Daryl – The Ultimate Guide to the Ambitious Card

Ambitious Card Omnibus is the definitive work on the most celebrated card effect in magic history: the Ambitious Card. Widely regarded as the final word on the Ambitious plot, this monumental volume delivers everything a serious card magician needs to master, refine, and elevate their performance.

Originally published in 1987, this expanded edition includes all material from the first printing—plus an exclusive bonus chapter featuring Daryl’s legendary Ultimate Ambition. Every nuance, subtlety, and psychological detail is explained with exceptional clarity. Nothing has been omitted.

Whether you are a dedicated student of card magic or a seasoned professional, Ambitious Card Omnibus offers a timeless deep dive into the structure, history, and advanced handling of this iconic routine.

Inside You’ll Discover

A complete technical arsenal, including:

• Double Turnover & Double Lift Variations

• Double Lift Build-Up

• Top Change

• Bluff Pass

• Color Changes (multiple methods)

• Pop-Up Card

• Center Double Lift

• Hofzinser Spread Pass

• Tip-Over Change

• Tabled Ambition

• Ambitious Move

• Kagemusha Principle

• Paintbrush Change

• Impromptu Duplicate

• Outjog Change

• Screened Leipzig Pass

• Ultra Move

• Ambitious Double Deal

• Ambitious Gimmickry

• Four Powerful Finales

• The Ambitious Twins

• Under Foot

• And much more

Every phase is broken down in precise detail, making Ambitious Card Omnibus not just a collection of moves—but a complete system for constructing unforgettable Ambitious Card routines.

Why You Need This Book

• The most comprehensive Ambitious Card reference ever published

• Detailed explanations suitable for intermediate to professional magicians

• Historic insight into the evolution of the Ambitious plot

• Techniques that strengthen sleight-of-hand mastery

• A timeless resource for building your signature routine

If you perform card magic, this book belongs in your library.

Order your copy of Ambitious Card Omnibus today and master the most powerful plot in card magic.