Using Spy Devices in Magic

Aug 14, 2010
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Hello people! I really want to perform this effect.

Walk to someone. Ask him/her to think of something and then you read his mind and reveal his/her thought. The person could think of a number, name, something important to him/her, his/her fear, anything at all. No force and no other props. Just a paper and sharpie.

I really want to be able to do that effect. The only way I think it's possible is to use spy devices. Any suggestions or comments?
 
Maybe some preshow work might work, but then you might need an out. I know Psychological Sublties has a few mental forces you can check that out. ALso, check out corinda's 13steps if you can. he talks about thumbwriters.
 
Dec 18, 2007
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What is a pre show? I'm just a beginner in mentalism.

Do a search and pick up a copy of Paul Brook's THE GIFT, it is a very sound guide to Pre-show (one of only 6 or so that exist -- we old guys want to keep such a secret weapon quiet)

Preshow is a valuable technique but not one most are comfortable learning to work with. If you ever get to see Jon Stetson work, show up a good hour prior to show time and watch him as he moves through the room entertaining folks at each table... it's a brilliant bit of business!
 
Dec 23, 2007
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speaking of spy devices though. Awhile back i was picking up my new Lock pick set and i saw an advertisement for something called a Covert Coin. Its essentially a coin with a compartment inside. I thought it looked awesome. Imagine the possibilities. I think i will probably end up picking one up since i can use it in conjunction with a shim or a variety of other ideas and i will let you know how it goes. Its kinda crazy some of the non-magic stuff out there with magic applications.
 
Nov 20, 2007
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There are lots of ways you can do this Enzo. Start reading some of the things that have been suggested to you, and you'll find a lot of methods for exactly what you've described, using only pen and paper, and sometimes nothing at all if you so wish.
 

Justin.Morris

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Aug 31, 2007
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I agree with what has already been posted. what I would add is that you should choose the effect to help focus your study. for instance a nail writer is great for numbers or short words, where as if you want to do a drawing duplication effect, then a nail writer is not ideal. So choosing a specific effect will help narrow your search. if you're not sure about what is available, 13 Steps is a must have.

And keep in mind there are also tons of ways to reveal a selection. Try to think outside the box.
 
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