Liquify by Tobias Dostal

Effect

Liquify by Tobias Dostal is a visually stunning magic trick where solid objects appear to melt into liquid and then reform back into solid form. The performer can take a borrowed ring, coin, or even a phone and seemingly liquefy it in their hands, making it drip like molten metal before transforming it back into its original state. The effect is highly visual and leaves audiences baffled, as it defies the laws of physics in a way that looks completely organic.

Full Details

Liquify includes:

• Eight colored gimmicks (black, white, gold, silver, honey, reddish-brown, caramel, and green) to match different objects.
• Five matching rings (black, white, gold, silver, and brown) for borrowed ring performances.
• Over an hour of tutorial content, including detailed instructions and performance tips from Tobias Dostal.

The gimmicks are made from durable, flexible material (likely latex or rubber) that allows for realistic "melting" movements. The rings are large in size, which may be a consideration for performers with smaller hands.

Who Should Consider the Trick

Liquify is ideal for:

• Close-up magicians who want a strong, impromptu visual effect.
• Performers who enjoy organic, interactive magic with everyday objects.
• Advanced beginners to intermediate magicians—while the mechanics are simple, selling the effect convincingly requires practice and acting skills.

It is not recommended for stage or parlor magic due to its close-up nature.

Difficulty

The trick is easy to learn but challenging to perform smoothly. The mechanics themselves are straightforward, but the illusion relies heavily on:

• Acting—believing you're actually melting the object.
• Angles—some moves require careful handling to avoid exposure.
• Practice—rehearsing in front of a mirror is essential to refine the fluidity of the effect.

As Fiddlin' Jonny notes: "Despite how simple it is, I still am personally struggling with this looking good... achieving a smooth performance demands practice and acting skills."

What Magicians Say

• Fiddlin' Jonny: "This is one of the best pieces of visual magic I've seen all year... it might be maybe the best piece of visual magic I've seen all a year long."
• RealMagicReview (Steve Faulkner): "The visuals are insane... it's so odd and weird, and the audience responses are verbal—they don't expect this kind of visual melting thing."
• AlexisReviews: "The quality is amazing... Tobias is an amazing creator with crazy ideas. It's not a one-trick pony—you can do lots of things with it."
• MagicWorldUK: "It's totally unique... I've never seen anything like it before. The reactions are incredible."

Pros:

• Highly visual and organic.
• Versatile—works with rings, coins, phones, and more.
• Durable and well-made gimmicks.

Cons:

• Requires practice to perform convincingly.
• Some may find the rings too large.
• Higher price point, but reviewers agree the value justifies the cost.

Liquify is a standout effect that offers a fresh, modern take on transformation magic. If you're willing to put in the practice, it can become a powerful addition to your close-up repertoire.