Hysteria by Chad Long

Created by: Chad Long

Hysteria is a one-handed bare-handed coin assembly trick created by Chad Long, perfect for close-up magic and social media performances. The magician starts with four silver dollars, ensuring they are fair and nothing is hidden. With one hand behind their back, they effortlessly assemble the coins, creating an impossible and visually stunning effect. This trick is beginner-friendly, requires no extra coins or gimmicks, and is ideal for magicians looking to add a quick, impactful routine to their repertoire.

Key features

  • One-handed bare-handed coin assembly

  • Perfect for social media and close-up magic

  • Beginner-friendly with no extra coins or gimmicks

  • Creates an impossible and visually stunning effect

  • Available as a digital download from Penguin Magic

Pros

  • Highly visual and impossible-looking

  • Easy to learn and perform

  • Versatile for various performance settings

  • No extra coins or gimmicks required

  • Great for social media content

Cons

  • Limited to coin magic enthusiasts

  • May require practice to perfect the one-handed technique

Effect

Hysteria is a one-handed bare-handed coin assembly trick. The magician shows four coins, places one hand behind their back, and assembles the coins using only the other hand. The effect is clean and impossible-looking, making it a strong visual piece for audiences.

Full details

Hysteria, created by Chad Long, is a coin assembly trick that requires no extra coins or gimmicks. The magician uses only four coins and performs the assembly with one hand, often while the other hand is behind their back. This creates a striking visual effect that appears effortless and impossible. The trick is designed to be performed in close-up settings or even on social media, where its clean and direct nature can shine.

Who should consider the trick

Hysteria is ideal for magicians who enjoy coin magic and want a strong, visual trick that can be performed in various settings. It’s particularly well-suited for those who perform in social situations or want to create content for social media. Beginners will find it accessible, while experienced magicians can use it as a quick, impactful addition to their routines.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Hysteria is beginner-friendly, with a method that is straightforward to learn and execute. The one-handed nature of the trick requires some practice to make the movements smooth and natural, but it doesn’t demand advanced sleight of hand. Magicians with basic coin handling skills will be able to perform it effectively after a short period of practice.

What magicians say

Craig Petty, a well-known magician and reviewer, describes Hysteria as "one of the best coin assemblies" and praises its impossible appearance. He highlights its suitability for social media due to its clean and visual nature. Craig also recommends it as a great follow-up to other coin tricks like 'Shadow Points,' emphasizing its versatility and impact in performance.

What people are saying about Hysteria

Craig Petty says...

Hysteria is one of the best coin assemblies and a great follow-up to 'Shadow Points'.

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