ESP Pouch by Vince Wilson

Effect

The ESP Pouch is a mentalism prop that allows performers to present three distinct effects. The audience sees the magician make accurate predictions about choices made freely by spectators. The effects include Free Will, where a prediction matches a spectator's choice, Ruin of Ruin, which involves matching symbols, and Psychic Prediction, where the magician reveals a hidden thought or selection. The pouch appears to be a simple container, but it enables powerful mentalism routines.

Full details

The ESP Pouch contains three mentalism effects in one compact prop. Free Will is a classic prediction effect where the magician's written prediction matches a spectator's freely chosen option. Ruin of Ruin is based on John Hvit's work and involves matching symbols between the performer and participant. Psychic Prediction is a more recent effect where the magician reveals a spectator's hidden thought. The pouch is designed for portability and impromptu performances. It uses psychological principles like equivocation to create strong magical moments.

Who should consider the trick

The ESP Pouch is ideal for magicians who want to add mentalism to their close-up or impromptu performances. It suits performers looking for multiple effects in one affordable prop. Beginners will appreciate its ease of learning, while experienced mentalists can use it as a reliable tool in their repertoire. As Mark Stevens notes, "If you're looking for an economy way to have some fun that fits in your pocket, easy to do, this is the way to go."

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The ESP Pouch is designed to be easy to learn and perform. Mark Stevens states, "Trust me, if you just learn it, which is easy, I would guarantee this effect." The methods rely more on psychological principles than complex sleight of hand, making it accessible to performers of various skill levels. The routines can be performed immediately after understanding the basic handling.

What magicians say

Mark Stevens praises the ESP Pouch's value and effectiveness: "For an economy price you get both of these... in terms of application and what you do and the price point, it's powerful." He particularly highlights the Free Will effect, calling it "one of the greatest effects that came out" and noting its "ingenious psychological subtext." About the performances, he says, "It's just a killer... it always hits well, it's one of my favorites." Stevens concludes by recommending it for both new users and those replacing previous versions: "If you do know what it is and you can't find yours, this is a great one to buy."