SleightfulThe Dot by Pigcake and Peter Turner
Created by: Pigcake, Peter Turner
Where to buy
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Key features
Versatile mentalism tool for influencing thoughts
Can be used for forced choices, card at number routines, and drawing duplication
Modernizes classic mentalism techniques with new subtleties
Suitable for close-up or parlour settings
Encourages creative application beyond rigid routines
Pros
Highly versatile for various mentalism effects
Simple yet powerful concept
Modern twist on classic techniques
Encourages creative performance
Respects intellectual property with a focus on possibilities rather than method disclosure
Cons
May require practice to master the subtleties
Specific conditions or settings might enhance its effectiveness
Effect
The Dot is a mentalism effect where a simple card with a dot becomes a powerful tool for influencing spectator choices. The performer uses the dot to create seemingly impossible connections between participants. Effects can include forcing a specific thought, predicting a chosen card at a named number, or duplicating a spectator's drawing without any prior knowledge.
Full details
The Dot is a collaboration between Pigcake and Peter Turner. It presents as a standard card with a dot in the center, but its applications go far beyond its simple appearance. The tool modernizes classic mentalism techniques, incorporating new subtleties and methods to enhance its impact. Performers can use it for forced choices, card at number routines, and drawing duplication.
Peter Turner emphasizes that The Dot is not just a trick but a versatile mentalism tool. It allows the performer to give away the influence to a spectator, making the effect more convincing. The method is practical and adaptable, designed for real-world performance.
Who should consider the trick
The Dot is ideal for mentalists and magicians who want a strong, interactive routine with minimal setup. It suits performers who enjoy psychological influence and prediction effects. Those who appreciate modern takes on classic mentalism will find it valuable.
Information on how difficult it is to perform
The Dot is designed to be practical and easy to integrate into performances. While it requires an understanding of psychological influence techniques, the method itself is straightforward. Performers will need to practice timing and presentation to maximize its impact.
What magicians say
Sebastian Tocamo describes The Dot as a clever mentalism effect with strong audience impact. He highlights its practicality and the creators' reputation for innovative methods.
MurphysMagicSupplies emphasizes The Dot's versatility, calling it a tool rather than just a trick. Peter Turner explains that it modernizes classic mentalism, adding new subtleties for stronger effects. The video focuses on the possibilities it offers without revealing the method.
Both reviewers agree that The Dot is a powerful addition to a mentalist's toolkit, offering multiple applications for different performance styles.
What people are saying about The Dot
MurphysMagicSupplies says...
The DOT is a mentalism tool disguised as a card with a dot. It can be used to influence thoughts and create connections between spectators, modernizing classic mentalism techniques.
sebastiantoca9208 says...
Sebastian Tocamo evaluates *The Dot*, a mentalism effect created by Pigcake and Peter Turner, focusing on helping magicians make informed purchasing decisions by providing honest insights into the product.
Review videos
The Dot by Pigcake and Peter Turner - Mentalism Review
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Promotional videos
The DOT by Peter Turner and Pigcake
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