Magic Tricks

This is a great system. I have two concerns.

1. The price is very high. The reason it is high is to prevent just ANYBODY getting the secret to this great method. So I understand why it is high, but I think would have been just fine to filter out the real magicians and those who just want secrets.

2. While the method is great, keep in mind this is not like traditional Two-person codes. This is a simplified code, meant for basic, but powerful, tricks. If you wanted to have someone point to any object in a room, or draw any picture, it requires a good amount of memory work. He does go through a method that he calls the Alpha Code, but says to only use it when called upon, and use it sparingly. This method is more of "How many fingers am I holding behind my back?" type of code.


Cons aside, I got a hang of this method right away, and was able to teach my partner in a quick manner. Having tried the one in 13 Steps to Mentalism, though it is almost comparing apples to oranges, this method is a lot easier to remember, and to store in your brain. The 13 Steps method, while more flexible in what objects you could do, called for list memorization and awkward speech. This is a great trick, and if you can pick up a used copy, or happen to have the cash, this is a must have for any two man routine.