Junji Ito is a Japanese manga artist known for his horror and suspenseful stories. He has gained popularity worldwide for his unique and terrifying art style. One of his notable works is his series of witch cards. The witch cards in Junji Ito's stories are a recurring theme that adds an element of mystery and darkness to his narratives. These cards are often used as a form of divination or fortune telling, revealing the secrets and fates of the characters involved. The artistry and detail in the witch cards are sinister and haunting, perfectly capturing the eerie atmosphere of Junji Ito's stories.

ANNA DEGUZMAN

Anna DeGuzman is a trailblazing Filipina-American cardist, mentalist and magician, and at just 24, she’s already recognized as one of the world’s premier female masters of cardistry. After being inspired by magician and “America’s Got Talent” season 13 winner Shin Lim, Anna began pursuing a career at 18 and soon proved to be a prodigious talent, full of charismatic personality with extraordinary range, performing everything from mesmerizing sleight of hand to illusions. As one of the only women and among the youngest in her craft, Anna’s charm, wit and relatability have won her loyal fans and viral success on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. She dazzled the judges and audience during her audition with playful banter and an impressive command of her craft. She dreams of winning “America’s Got Talent” and one day performing in Las Vegas as the strip’s first headlining female magician.

The artistry and detail in the witch cards are sinister and haunting, perfectly capturing the eerie atmosphere of Junji Ito's stories. They depict various symbols and scenes, often showcasing grotesque and unsettling imagery that leaves a lasting impression on readers. The witch cards are not only visually striking, but they also play a significant role in the progression of the stories.

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Fil-Am magician Anna de Guzman finishes 2nd place in ‘America’s Got Talent’

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De Guzman makes history as the first female close-up magician to make it to the 'AGT' finale

MANILA, Philippines – Filipino-American magician Anna de Guzman finished as the runner-up in the 18th season of the reality talent competition America’s Got Talent (AGT).

For her final performance, the 25-year-old magician involved not only the judges but also host Terry Crews and all audience members.

She asked each of them to shuffle a deck of cards, pick one card, slip the chosen card into an envelope, and hide it under their respective seats.

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De Guzman then proceeded to show off several shuffling tricks while she asked Crews to also shuffle his own deck of cards and choose a chunk of it to keep.

She then unveiled that her chosen deck nearly matched the deck of Crews — with the last card, the queen of hearts, being the one found in the envelopes of the judges and audience members.

After completing her trick, De Guzman revealed that the set of cards — two of hearts, six of diamonds, nine of spades, two of diamonds, three of hearts, ten of clubs, and ten of spades — signified the broadcast time of her final performance: September 26, 2023, at 10:10 pm.

“I believe in her magic,” judge Sofia Vergara said. “That was amazing. I’m so proud that you’re here. You’re the first woman that has made it to the finals. You deserve to be here.”

Judge Simon Cowell exclaimed: “How the hell did you do that! That was magic, that was unbelievable.”

Meanwhile, judge Howie Mandel shared that he’s “very impressed.”

“You are magical, young lady. And you are adorable,” he said.

“You brought the wow to the finale and it packed a punch. It was fantastic,” judge Heidi Klum said.

De Guzman also disclosed after her performance that her mother flew all the way from the Philippines to support her in the finals round.

Although she fell short of winning the competition, De Guzman still made history as the first female close-up magician to make it to the AGT finals. Adrian Stoica and his dog Hurricane won the competition.

De Guzman also took to social media to celebrate the milestone.

“We did it. Season 18 runner-up. This is just the beginning. Can’t wait to show you what’s next,” she said.

In a separate post, she wrote: “I will remember this for the rest of my life. Thank you for being a part of history.”

During the audition round, De Guzman shared that she’s been doing “cardistry” or the “manipulation of playing cards” for five to six years now, but she felt like “magical things happen all the time” in her life.

Prior to America’s Got Talent, De Guzman also appeared in various shows such as MTV’s Amazingness, CW’s Penn & Teller: Fool Us, The Steve Harvey Show, and Australia’s Got Talent to showcase her cardistry skills. – Rappler.com

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The AGT 18 Act nearly didn't go as planned when Simon, Heidi, Howie, and Sofia antics led to "the most uncontrolled magic you'll ever see".

Following Anna DeGuzman's charming audition (which she confessed nearly didn't work out in the end) the magician and "cardistry" expert made America’s Got Talent history by becoming the first female close-up magician to advance to AGT Live Shows.

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"That's kind of a big deal," she said during September 12's episode. "I'm here to inspire more young girls because I didn't have a female magician role model when I was getting started."

DeGuzman continued to break barriers during the fourth Live Results Show of Season 18, when she was advanced into the week's Top 2 alongside Chibi Unity via America's Vote. We'll now see her compete in the September 25 Finale as a member of the season's Top 11.

"My mom, she's why I do all of this. My mom raised me by herself and worked really hard to give me the best that she could, and now I wanna win AGT so I can give back to her," she said.

Read on for a recap of DeGuzman's Live Show performance, and how like her audition, it nearly didn't go as planned.

They serve as a catalyst for supernatural events, creating a sense of foreboding and impending doom. The characters who encounter these cards are forced to confront their darkest fears and confront the horrors that lie beneath the surface. The symbolism behind the witch cards is thought-provoking and adds depth to Junji Ito's narratives. Each card represents a different aspect of the story, whether it be a cursed object, a malevolent entity, or a tragic event. As readers follow the characters' journey through the cards, they become immersed in a world of fear and despair. Junji Ito's witch cards stand out as a captivating and chilling element in his works. They showcase his talent for creating a sense of unease and terror through his art. These cards serve as a window into a sinister and macabre universe, where every turn of a card brings forth a new nightmare..

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