INTRODUCING FINAL DEGREE
In 2010, One Degree changed the game, proving that small micro-shifts lead to remarkable results. In 2024, the acclaimed sequel, The Nth Degree, pushed those boundaries even further. Now, the journey reaches its peak.
Final Degree is the epic conclusion to John Guastaferro’s influential trilogy. More than just a title, it is a creative doctrine—a guide to finding moments of triumph and applying the definitive ‘final touch’ to your magic.
This is John’s most ambitious work to date, featuring 28 masterful card routines built on meticulous methods and poetic presentations. Alongside the magic, six insightful essays dive deep into brand identity, routine construction, and the relentless pursuit of mastery. Returning to the philosophy that started it all, Final Degree reminds us that the extraordinary isn’t miles away—it’s just one degree further.”
PURCHASE
Final Degree (US orders)
- $60 (+ $5 shipping within US)
- Signed by John
Final Degree (outside USA)
- $60 (+ $15 international shipping)
- Signed by John
INSIDE FINAL DEGREE
CHAPTER 1 – The Extra Mile
1. LIGHTNING STRIKES TWICE – John’s illuminating version of Chicago Opener will become your new favorite opener
2. LIFE IMITATES ART – Reveal three selections using a blank card and small easel
3. HYPERSPACE – A whimsical, auditory effect using the card box and a miniature slinky
4. DETOUR – A fun and interactive routine that combines Ambitious Card and Card to Wallet
ESSAY: The Power of Agility
CHAPTER 2 – FASDIU Feats
5. MIND TRIP – Two cards are chosen in opposite ways, yet you find them with a trippy transposition kicker
6. BOXED TRANSPO – Cause two cards to change places with the flick of the card box
7. PROOF POSITIVE – A mental card revelation wrapped in a courtroom drama presentation
8. CLAIRVOYANCE – A fooling and eerie revelation of a thought-of card
ESSAY: Master’s Degree: Achieving Mastery in Magic
CHAPTER 3 – Revisiting Invis-Turn
9. MR. E. TAKES A TURN – A three-phase routine that weaves John’s Invisi-turn move with the Mystery Card plot
10. MR. E. IN TECHNICOLOR – Take the mystery further as a signed card is found to be the odd-backed mystery card from the start
11. DOUBLE PLAY – Double the impact of the Invis-turn move in this multi-phase two-card transposition
12. IMAGIN-ACES – Use the Invisi-turn move as part of a visual Ace production
ESSAY: Magic T.I.P.S.
CHAPTER 4 – Semi-Automatic Stunners
13. HANDOUT ACES – Several participants pass the deck to find the four Aces in this completely hands-off Ace production
14. BETS IN SHOW – A self-working blockbuster prediction routine using cards and poker chips with an ending they won’t see coming
15. A VALUABLE CHANGE – Two random cards predict a sandwiched selection, followed by a change in fate
16. HIGH ROLLER – Two participants play a game of high card and unexpectedly find the four Aces
ESSAY: Achieving Your Brand Promise
CHAPTER 5 – Affinity for Aces
17. DALEY PREQUEL – The participant holds all the power by causing the held Ace of Spades to transpose with the sandwiched Ace of Clubs
18. QUANTUM ACES – After the Aces are removed from the deck, a selected Ace vanishes and reappears reversed in the deck
19. PICKPOCKET – An Ace production where one is found in your pocket, two in the participant’s pocket, and the final Ace during a surprise deck vanish
20. WONDER ACES – In print for the first time. Learn John’s incredible Ace production and full-deck color change. A true masterpiece!
ESSAY: Anatomy of a Routine
CHAPTER 6 – Focus
21. Q&A SESSION – A multi-phase routine using four Queens and four Aces
22. RICOCHET REBOUND – Cause the Queens and Aces to change places twice using John’s clever take on R. Paul Wilson’s Ricochet
23. TRICYCLE CARDS – A charming effect where four miniature Jokers grow into full-size Jokers, then change into the four Kings
24. LITTLE WHITE LIES – A chosen Queen matches your written prediction, then everything turns blank…even the prediction itself
ESSAY:Question Everything to the Third Degree
CHAPTER 7 – At the Table
25. KING FLING – After the Kings are produced, they instantly appear in four different places
26. PROGRESSIVELY WILD – After three cards are chosen, a Joker changes into the first card; this pair changes into the next card; then all three transform into the final card
27. CRAZY CASINO – A fun casino-themed routine featuring John’s interlaced fan change to produce a royal flush
28. ULTIMATE FATE – The closer of all closers. This is a matching effect, Ace production, and suit separation…and all it takes is a cut.
Epilogue: What’s Next?