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Mental Monster by Luis Zavaleta and Michelle

Created by: Luis Zavaleta, Michelle

Mental Monster is a Halloween-themed kids' magic trick where the magician seemingly reads the mind of a child to identify a 'monster' image from a set of ten. The trick involves flimsy cardboard props and a confusing presentation, with only one of the ten images actually being a monster. Marketed for children's performances, it lacks a live demo with kids and has been criticized for its unconvincing method and poor quality. The trick is best suited for close-up or small group settings but falls short in execution and durability.

Key features

  • Halloween-themed kids' magic trick

  • Uses cardboard props for image selection

  • Designed for close-up or small group performances

  • Marketed for children's shows but lacks a live demo with kids

  • Criticized for poor durability and confusing presentation

Pros

  • Unique Halloween theme for seasonal performances

  • Simple premise suitable for kids' shows

Cons

  • Flimsy cardboard props unsuitable for repeated use

  • Confusing presentation with only one monster image

  • Lacks a live performance demo with children

  • High price ($55) for the quality offered

  • Unconvincing method and poor logical flow

Effect

The 'Mental Monster' trick is designed for kids' shows and involves a Halloween-themed presentation. The magician uses a set of images, with only one being a monster, to create a mentalism effect. The audience is led to believe the magician can predict or influence their choice of the monster image.

Full details

The trick includes a set of ten images, with only one being a monster. The props are made of cardboard, which has been criticized for being flimsy and unsuitable for kids' magic. The presentation is Halloween-themed, which some reviewers found out of place and unprofessional. The trick lacks a live performance demo, making it difficult to gauge its effectiveness in a real-world setting.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is marketed towards magicians who perform for children. However, due to the poor quality of the props and the confusing presentation, it may not be the best choice for those looking for a reliable and durable kids' show trick.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty level of 'Mental Monster' is not explicitly discussed in the reviews. However, the confusing presentation and lack of a live performance demo suggest that it may require significant effort to make it engaging and convincing for an audience.

What magicians say

Craig Petty from Magic TV strongly advises against purchasing 'Mental Monster'. He criticizes the trick for its poor presentation, flimsy cardboard props, and lack of a live performance demo. He also mentions that the $55 price tag is unjustified for the quality offered. Another review from Magic TV echoes these sentiments, highlighting the poor durability and presentation of the trick. Overall, the reviews suggest that 'Mental Monster' may not be a worthwhile investment, especially for those performing for children.

What people are saying about Mental Monster

Craig and Ryland says...

'Mental Monster' is criticized for poor durability and lack of live performance, making it a disappointing choice for kids' shows.

Craig Petty says...

The trick is marketed for kids but lacks a live performance demo with children, the presentation is confusing, and the method looks unconvincing. [...] The props are made of cheap cardboard, which is unsuitable for kids' magic, and the $55 price tag is unjustified.

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