Roller Coaster
Created by: Vinnie seu, Neo Magic
Roller Coaster is a close-up magic trick that uses an optical illusion disguised as a drink coaster made out of slate. A spectator chooses a card, and the magician claims to make it appear underneath their cup. After building anticipation, the card doesn't materialize as expected. Instead, when the cup is lifted, the coaster's scratch marks reveal the spectator's chosen card when viewed from a certain angle.
Key features
- Uses an optical illusion for the reveal
- Involves a spectator's chosen card
- Disguised as a drink coaster
- Made out of slate for durability and aesthetic
Pros
- Unique and unexpected reveal method
- High-quality materials (slate coaster)
- Engages the spectator with a build-up of anticipation
Cons
- Requires a specific angle for the reveal, which may limit performance conditions
- May not be as impactful without the build-up of the trick
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Magic Giveaway - 216 Neo Magic Contest
David hosts a generous giveaway on Magic Orthodoxy, featuring a collection of magic tricks valued at $130 from Neo Magic. The giveaway includes several tricks: Spin ($19), a lapel pin trick that transforms into a spectator's chosen card; Roller Coaster ($25), an optical illusion coaster that reveals a chosen card; Ultimate Princess ($19), a blank card trick with a surprising finale; Fully Booked ($37), a book test that reveals a thought-of playing card; and Word Up ($25), a mentalism effect where a chosen word vanishes and reappears. Additionally, a Gemini Montabello deck and Wild Colini DVD are included. To enter, viewers must comment on whether they've kept their New Year's resolution by March 23rd. David emphasizes the importance of making the comment interesting and checking back to see if they've won.
Takeaways:
- Giveaway includes $130 worth of magic tricks from Neo Magic.
- Participants must comment on their New Year's resolution status by March 23rd to enter.
- Winner will be announced after March 23rd and must check back to claim their prize.
- David encourages making comments interesting for a better chance to win.