Emoji Trick by Ellusionist

Created by: Ellusionist

The Emoji Trick is a classic mentalism effect designed for children's performances, where a single emoji is revealed after a series of eliminations. The performer asks the child to select and eliminate emoji cards until only one remains, which the performer has predicted beforehand. This trick is part of the 'How to Read Minds Kit for Kids' from Ellusionist, aimed at introducing mentalism to a younger audience in an engaging and accessible way. The kit includes various props and routines suitable for kids, making it a great option for magicians looking to add a mentalism element to their children's shows.

Key features

  • Suitable for children's performances

  • Includes a variety of props and routines

  • Well-made tutorials totaling around 1.5 hours of content

  • Designed to introduce mentalism to a younger audience

  • Can be the foundation for a kid-friendly magic act

Pros

  • Engaging and accessible for kids

  • Well-made tutorials

  • Good value for the price

  • Includes a professionally made impression pad

  • Can provide a solid foundation for a 1-hour performance

Cons

  • Some props are of low quality

  • Forcing pencil case is flawed in design

  • UV pen is cheap and may break easily

  • Deck of cards is small and of lower quality

Effect

The Emoji Trick is a visual and interactive mentalism effect designed for children. A spectator selects an emoji from a set of cards, tears it into pieces, and eliminates choices through a series of steps. Despite the random elimination process, the magician correctly predicts the final remaining emoji. The trick combines prediction, audience participation, and a playful theme that appeals to younger audiences.

Full Details

The Emoji Trick is part of the How to Read Minds Kit for Kids by Ellusionist. It uses a classic elimination principle, where a spectator narrows down choices until only one remains. The kit includes pre-printed emoji cards, making setup quick and performance straightforward. The effect does not require advanced sleight of hand, relying instead on a simple but clever method.

The trick is one of several routines in the kit, which also includes an impression pad, billets, a UV pen, a calculator, and a forcing pencil case. While some props in the kit are noted for lower quality, the Emoji Trick itself is well-received for its engaging presentation and ease of use.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for:

  • Magicians who perform for children and want to add mentalism to their shows.
  • Beginners looking for simple, self-working effects.
  • Performers who need quick, visual tricks that require minimal setup.

It may not be suitable for those who exclusively perform for adults or prefer complex, sleight-heavy routines.

Difficulty

The Emoji Trick is rated as very easy to perform. No advanced techniques are required, making it accessible even for beginners. The method is straightforward, and the included instructions provide clear guidance. Reviewer Sebastian Toca notes that the routines in the kit are "very Bare Bones, good, direct, and easy to understand for both adults and kids."

What Magicians Say

Sebastian Toca, who reviewed the kit, highlights the Emoji Trick as one of the standout items. He describes it as "a really nice effect and especially for kids," praising its entertainment value. He also notes that the trick uses a "classic principle" executed in a way that is engaging for younger audiences.

While some props in the kit receive criticism for quality, the Emoji Trick itself is well-regarded. Toca rates the overall kit an 8.75 out of 10, emphasizing its value for children's performances. He concludes that the effects, including the Emoji Trick, are "surprising, easy to do, and can be performed anywhere."

For magicians seeking a fun, visual trick for kids, the Emoji Trick is a strong option within the How to Read Minds Kit for Kids.

What people are saying about Emoji Trick

sebastiantoca9208 says...

The Emoji Trick is a really nice effect and especially for kids I think with the Emojis and everything it's going to be very entertaining. [...] The kit is surprisingly good and could be a foundation for a kid-friendly magic act.

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