Odyssey by Chris Philpott
Created by: Chris Philpott
Odyssey by Chris Philpott is a luxury travel magazine that doubles as a magic tool, featuring 10 unique effects. This close-up and mentalism trick allows performers to create a variety of experiences, from making spectators unable to read words others can ('Speechless'), to revealing thought-of images ('Image Reading'), and even performing a strong mentalism effect with visual elements ('Pegasus Page'). The magazine is designed to look and feel like a high-quality publication you'd find at a bookstore, making it a versatile prop for magicians and mentalists.
Key features
- 10 different effects in one magazine
- High-quality design that resembles a real luxury travel magazine
- Versatile for close-up and mentalism performances
- Includes a variety of effects from word play to image revelation
- Comes with a 2-hour instructional video
Pros
- Exceptional quality and realistic magazine design
- Wide variety of effects for different performance styles
- Includes a book test based on the UF Grant long word principle
- Strong mentalism effects like the 'Pegasus Page'
- Creator offers replacements at a cheaper price if needed
Cons
- Price point may be high for some at $100
- May require significant practice to master all 10 effects
What people are saying about Odyssey by Chris Philpott
Odyssey by Chris Philpott videos
Magic Review - 10 Tricks In 1! (Odyssey by Chris Philpott)
The reviewer dives into 'Odyssey', a luxury travel magazine by Chris Philpott that doubles as a magic tool, featuring 10 effects. The magazine's quality is praised for its realistic look and feel, akin to top-tier magazines. Effects include 'Speechless', where a spectator can't read words others can; 'Relaxation Time', playing with emotions and perception; 'Drunk Monkey', a favorite for its humor and interaction; 'Dreams Come True', involving destination revelation; 'Unhypnotized', focusing on positive affirmations; a book test based on the UF Grant long word principle; 'Psychic Scribblies', a clever word prediction; 'Image Reading', revealing thought-of images; and the 'Pegasus Page', a strong mentalism effect with visual elements. The reviewer appreciates the magazine's versatility, quality, and the thought behind each effect, recommending it for its value and the unique experiences it offers. The price is $100, deemed worth it for the quality and variety of effects included.
Takeaways:
- Odyssey combines luxury magazine aesthetics with 10 versatile magic effects.
- Effects range from mentalism to interactive performances, suitable for various audiences.
- The magazine's design and quality are highlighted as top-tier, enhancing the magical experience.
- Includes famous effects like 'Pegasus Page' and 'Unhypnotized', adding value for performers.
- Priced at $100, it's considered a worthwhile investment for the quality and variety of effects.
- A full performance of 'Drunk Monkey' is included, showcasing the magazine's potential in live settings.