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The Hundredth Monkey Principle

The Hundredth Monkey Principle is a mentalism routine featured in 'Odyssey,' a travel magazine-style prop that includes 10 versatile mentalism effects. This particular routine creates a pseudo-hypnotic experience for the audience, making it a standout feature of the prop. The magazine itself looks and feels like a real travel magazine, enhancing the realism of the performance. Ideal for close-up, stage, or social settings, the prop is examinable and resets instantly, making it highly practical for performers. This is a must-have for mentalism enthusiasts looking for a multi-routine prop that delivers both visually and psychologically.

Key features

  • Part of the 'Odyssey' prop, which includes 10 mentalism routines

  • Creates a pseudo-hypnotic experience for the audience

  • Magazine looks and feels like a real travel magazine, enhancing realism

  • Examinable and resets instantly

  • Versatile for close-up, stage, or social performances

Pros

  • Highly practical and professionally designed

  • Packs multiple routines into one prop

  • Examinable and resets instantly

  • Versatile for various performance settings

Cons

  • Size of the prop might be awkward for walk-around magic

Effect

The Hundredth Monkey Principle creates a pseudo-hypnotic experience for the audience. It appears as though the performer influences the thoughts or actions of the participants in a subtle yet profound way. The effect is designed to leave the audience questioning how their choices or responses were guided, making it a memorable and thought-provoking piece of mentalism.

Full details

The Hundredth Monkey Principle is part of the 'Odyssey' mentalism prop, which is designed to look and feel like a real travel magazine. This adds a layer of realism to the performance. The trick is one of ten routines included in the magazine, making it a versatile tool for mentalists. The prop is examinable and resets instantly, allowing for seamless transitions between performances. The Hundredth Monkey Principle specifically focuses on creating a sense of influence over the audience's thoughts or actions, enhancing the overall impact of the routine.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is ideal for mentalists who perform in close-up, stage, or social settings. It is particularly suited for those who enjoy creating a sense of mystery and influence over their audience. The versatility of the 'Odyssey' prop means it can be used in various performance contexts, making it a valuable addition to any mentalist's repertoire.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Hundredth Monkey Principle is designed to be practical and easy to perform. The instant reset feature of the 'Odyssey' prop ensures that performers can focus on their presentation without worrying about complex setups. The trick relies more on the performer's ability to engage the audience and create a convincing narrative rather than intricate sleight of hand, making it accessible to a wide range of skill levels.

What magicians say

Craig from magic-tv highly praises the 'Odyssey' prop, giving it a 10/10 rating. He highlights the Hundredth Monkey Principle as a standout effect, noting its ability to create a pseudo-hypnotic experience. The magazine's authentic design and the inclusion of multiple routines make it a practical and professional choice for mentalists. Craig also mentions that the prop is examinable and resets instantly, adding to its practicality. Overall, the Hundredth Monkey Principle is described as a powerful and versatile trick that enhances the performer's ability to influence and engage their audience.

What people are saying about The Hundredth Monkey Principle

magic-tv says...

The Hundredth Monkey Principle creates a pseudo-hypnotic experience, making it a standout feature of the 'Odyssey' prop. [...] Craig calls it a potential 'Trick of the Year' and rates it 10/10.

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