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The Magic Square

The Magic Square is a close-up mentalism trick where the magician quickly fills a 4x4 grid with numbers after the audience calls out a two-digit number. Every row, column, diagonal, and even specific groups within the grid sum up to the chosen number, creating a seemingly impossible demonstration of lightning calculation. This trick serves as a powerful opener, bridging the gap between the magician and the audience by showcasing a believable skill that sets the stage for more complex mentalism feats.

Key features

  • Requires no special props, just a pen and paper or a board to write on.

  • Can be performed in under 30 seconds, making it a quick and impactful opener.

  • Appeals to audiences who appreciate mathematical feats and mental prowess.

  • Versatile enough for both close-up and stage performances.

Pros

  • Highly engaging and interactive with the audience.

  • Builds credibility for the performer as someone with exceptional mental abilities.

  • Quick to perform, fitting seamlessly into any act.

  • Minimal setup and no need for expensive props.

Cons

  • May not resonate as strongly in corporate settings where audience attention is divided.

  • Relies heavily on the performer's presentation skills to maximize impact.

What people are saying about The Magic Square

AlakazamMagicUK says...

the man was all about mystery and that you know that was so important and sometimes nowaday it's sort of being a bit sidelined you know with all the stuff we see on Tik Tok and all the exposure and so on it's you know some of the mystery is being eroded and it's a real shame because Burglas was a legend was unique in the sense that you know there was nothing no one will ever be like him again and he once told me that for him a deck of cards was the ultimate effect you know that he could walk out on stage with a pack of cards in a box he would throw it on the table and know that he had 20 minutes half an hour of mindblowing material and what was even better about it he didn't know where it would start and he didn't know where it would end it was it's like the ultimate improv and the ultimate freedom can you imagine i mean that's just to me I have the hugest respect for comedians they're the ultimate entertainer they stand up with nothing except their words

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