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Impossible STOP Trick

The Impossible STOP Trick is a visually stunning piece of close-up or street magic where an action appears to freeze or stop abruptly, creating an impossible moment that defies the spectator's perception. This trick plays with timing and perception, likely utilizing either a clever physical method or a psychological approach to achieve the effect. It's designed to be immediate and impactful, requiring no complex storytelling, making it a strong addition to any magician's repertoire.

Key features

  • Visual magic effect that creates an impossible moment of freezing or stopping

  • Suitable for close-up or street magic performances

  • Relies on either a physical method or psychological approach

  • Emphasizes clean setup, natural pacing, and misdirection

  • No complex storytelling required

Pros

  • Visually stunning and immediate impact

  • Versatile for various performance settings

  • Clean setup and natural pacing enhance believability

Cons

  • Exact method not disclosed, may require additional research or purchase

  • Performance relies heavily on timing and misdirection, which may need practice

Effect

The Impossible STOP Trick creates a moment where an action appears to freeze suddenly, defying logic. To the audience, it looks like a movement or object stops in place without any visible cause. The effect is immediate and visual, making it highly engaging for spectators.

Full details

The trick relies on either a physical method or psychological technique to create the illusion of stopping time. The exact method is not disclosed, but it likely involves precise timing and misdirection. The performance requires a clean setup and natural pacing to make the freeze moment convincing.

Who should consider the trick

This trick suits magicians who perform close-up or street magic. It works well for those who prefer visual effects over story-driven magic. If you like tricks with a strong, immediate impact, the Impossible STOP Trick is a good choice.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty depends on the method used. If it involves sleight of hand, it may require practice to perfect timing. If it uses a psychological approach, the challenge lies in controlling the spectator's attention. The trick is likely intermediate level, needing rehearsal for smooth execution.

What magicians say

SeanDevine describes it as a "visually impossible moment" that plays with perception. He suggests it could be a strong piece for close-up or street magic sets. The trick may share similarities with effects like "Stopped" by Jay Sankey or "Freeze" by Gregory Wilson, which also use freezing illusions.

The Impossible STOP Trick is a visual effect that can enhance a magician's set with a striking moment of impossibility.

What people are saying about Impossible STOP Trick

SeanDevine says...

Would love to see the actual method—sounds like a strong, visual piece for a close-up or street magic set!

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