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Machiavel by Guillaume Botta

Created by: Guillaume Botta

Machiavel is a comprehensive book on wallet magic by Guillaume Botta, spanning over 300 pages. It covers a wide range of effects from foundational techniques to advanced psychological strategies, including impossible locations, mentalism applications, and multi-phase routines. The book is designed for magicians of all levels, emphasizing theatrical construction for strong climaxes and reset potential. It also includes alternate handlings, conceptual brainstorming, and bonus chapters on mentalism and scripting, making it a valuable resource for close-up workers and mentalists alike.

Key features

  • Comprehensive guide on wallet magic

  • Over 300 pages of content

  • Suitable for all levels of magicians

  • Includes impossible locations, mentalism applications, and multi-phase routines

  • Emphasizes theatrical construction and performance psychology

  • Alternate handlings and conceptual brainstorming included

  • Bonus chapters on mentalism, scripting, and confabulation

Pros

  • Blends technical skill with theatrical construction

  • Wide range of effects for every style of performer

  • Valuable for both close-up workers and mentalists

  • Includes bonus chapters for deeper emotional engagement

Cons

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Effect

The Machiavel trick involves a playing card visually transforming or moving in an impossible way, often ending up in a wallet. The effect is designed to create a strong climax, leaving the audience amazed. The trick combines sleight of hand with psychological techniques to enhance the illusion.

Full details

Machiavel is part of Guillaume Botta's book Gold, which focuses on wallet magic. The book contains over 300 pages of material, covering basic techniques to advanced routines. The trick uses a wallet as a key prop, allowing for impossible card locations and transformations. Some routines include multi-phase sequences where a card appears to move on its own before ending up in the wallet. The book also provides alternate handlings and performance tips to fit different styles.

Who should consider the trick

Machiavel is suitable for magicians who perform close-up magic and want to incorporate wallet-based effects into their routines. It works well for performers who enjoy psychological techniques and visual transformations. The book is designed for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced magicians looking to refine their wallet magic.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty of Machiavel depends on the specific routine chosen. Some techniques require basic sleight of hand, while others involve more advanced moves. The book includes detailed instructions and alternate handlings to accommodate different skill levels. Performers should expect to practice the moves to achieve smooth execution.

What magicians say

MurphysMagicSupplies describes Gold as a "must-have resource" for wallet magic. They highlight the book's focus on theatrical construction, ensuring strong climaxes and reset potential. The routines, including Machiavel, blend technical skill with psychological strategies to create powerful effects. The book is praised for its variety, offering something for every style of performer.

What people are saying about Machiavel

MurphysMagicSupplies says...

For magicians who want to unlock the full potential of wallet magic, *Gold* appears to be a *must-have* resource. Botta’s approach blends technical precision with performance psychology, making it valuable for both close-up workers and mentalists.

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