Liquid Metal by Morgan Strebler

Effect

Liquid Metal is a metal bending routine. A magician shows a normal metal fork to the audience. A spectator can sign the fork. The magician then causes the fork to bend and twist. The fork appears to become soft like liquid metal. The fork stays bent. The magician often gives the bent fork to the spectator as a souvenir.

Full details

Liquid Metal is a routine created by Morgan Strebler. It uses specially engineered forks called Liquid Forks. These forks are designed for reliable bending. The routine is often performed as a multi-phase effect. This means the bending happens in stages to build astonishment. A tutorial by David Penn is available. The tutorial teaches a complete routine with presentation tips. The effect is highly visual and leaves a physical object with the spectator.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is good for magicians who perform at gigs. It works well at weddings and close-up events. Craig Petty states it is a staple in walkaround sets for professional magicians like Need Phoenix and Thomas Maloney. It is also suitable for magicians who want a strong visual effect that does not require spoken language. This makes it effective for international audiences.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The trick is presented as easy to learn. The Liquid Forks are engineered to simplify the bending process. Craig Petty emphasizes that practice is important for audience management and avoiding detection. The method relies on timing and misdirection rather than complex sleight of hand. The tutorial by David Penn provides clear instructions for the routine.

What magicians say

Craig Petty gives a positive view of Liquid Metal. He performed it live at a wedding and discussed its commercial strength. He said, "Liquid Metal is a highly commercial routine." In a tutorial on gigging, professional magicians Need Phoenix and Thomas Maloney listed Liquid Metal as a staple trick in their walkaround sets. Craig also included it in his list of 10 close-up tricks that leave a souvenir, noting its "highly visual" nature and "strong reactions." He mentioned that the forks can be costly, which is a consideration for performers.