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Outside the Box by Mads Lundbek

Created by: Mads Lundbek

Outside the Box is a magic download featuring three visually stunning and practical routines: a ring-on-spoon illusion with two methods for varying levels of preparation, a modern pen vanish routine using a Sharpie with a teleportation premise, and a pocket-friendly, ungimmicked linking rings routine with a convincingly clean hand show. Designed for close-up and parlour magic, this collection is perfect for magicians looking to add contemporary flair to their performances.

Key features

  • Includes three distinct routines: ring-on-spoon illusion, pen vanish, and linking rings

  • Offers two methods for the ring-on-spoon illusion to suit different performance needs

  • Modernizes classic magic with contemporary props like a Sharpie

  • Ungimmicked linking rings routine is highly practical and portable

  • Designed to inspire magicians feeling creatively stagnant

Pros

  • Visual impact with reality-bending effects

  • Practical and portable routines suitable for real-world conditions

  • Modern twists on classic magic principles

  • Minimal prep required for some routines

  • Polished and eye-catching appeal

Cons

  • Some props like split rings need to be sourced separately

  • May require additional preparation for the more gimmicked version of the ring-on-spoon illusion

Effect

The Outside the Box magic download presents three distinct routines with strong visual appeal. The ring-on-spoon illusion makes a ring appear to impossibly attach to a spoon. The pen vanish routine transforms a Sharpie into a teleportation effect, modernizing a classic vanish. The linking rings routine offers a pocket-friendly, ungimmicked version with a convincingly clean hand display.

Full details

The download includes three routines by Mads Lundbek:

  • Ring-on-spoon illusion – Two methods are taught: a minimal-prep version and a more gimmicked approach for stronger visuals.
  • Pen vanish routine – A modern take on the cigarette vanish, using a Sharpie with a teleportation premise.
  • Linking rings routine – Uses standard rings with no gimmicks, focusing on a clean hand display that reportedly fooled reviewers.

    • Some props, like split rings, must be sourced separately, but the methods avoid complicated construction.

    Who should consider the trick

    This download suits magicians looking for:

    • Visually striking effects with minimal setup.
    • Modern updates to classic magic principles.
    • Portable routines that work in real-world conditions.
    • Inspiration if feeling creatively stuck.

    Information on how difficult it is to perform

    The difficulty varies by routine:

    • The ring-on-spoon illusion has two versions, with the gimmicked method requiring more preparation.
    • The pen vanish routine adapts classic sleight-of-hand techniques to a modern prop.
    • The linking rings routine relies on clean handling rather than complex gimmicks.

    No advanced sleight-of-hand is required, making it accessible to intermediate performers.

    What magicians say

    Ellusionist describes the material as "fresh" and "inspiring," with Mads Lundbek's approach breaking creative slumps. They highlight the ring-on-spoon effect as "reality-bending" and the linking rings as a "worker" for real-world performances. The pen vanish routine modernizes a classic effect, making it more relevant for today's audiences.

    Magic-TV mentions Outside the Box as part of a broader magic content lineup, noting its quick setup and practicality.

    The routines emphasize visual impact, practicality, and modern twists, making them suitable for performers seeking fooling, portable magic.

    What people are saying about Outside the Box

    ellusionist says...

    Mads' routines emphasize visual impact, practicality, and modern twists, suggesting these routines could reignite inspiration for magicians feeling creatively stagnant.

    magic-tv says...

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