Ultimate Clue by Nicholas Mavresis

Effect

The Ultimate Clue is a mentalism routine presented as a murder mystery. A spectator chooses a "killer" from a set of party guest cards. The magician then reveals the chosen killer through a series of impossible clues. The routine builds suspense and ends with a strong climax where the killer is shown to have been predicted from the start.

Full details

Ultimate Clue 2.0 by Nicholas Mavresis is a three-phase mentalism routine. It uses a set of artful cards representing party guests. A spectator freely selects one card as the killer. The magician reveals the selection instantly in the first phase. In the second phase, a randomly selected killer is marked and found by the spectator. The final phase shows that the killer was predicted all along using a prediction wallet and a reusable sticker. The method is self-working and relies on clever card ordering. It requires minimal memory work. The props include custom cards, a prediction wallet, and a sticker.

Who should consider the trick

This trick suits mentalism performers and card magicians. It works well for close-up and parlor settings. It is ideal for those who enjoy storytelling and mystery themes. Performers looking for a multi-phase routine with a strong climax will find it compelling. It is also good for magicians who prefer self-working methods.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The difficulty level is low to moderate. The method is self-working and does not require advanced sleight-of-hand. It uses clever card ordering and psychological principles. Alex Kirk notes that it requires minimal memory work. The props are straightforward to handle. Practice is needed for smooth presentation and timing. The routine is accessible to magicians of various skill levels.

What magicians say

Alex Kirk from The Monster Magic Saturday Show reviewed Ultimate Clue 2.0. He describes it as a "three-phase mentalism routine with engaging props." He highlights that the prediction phase is a "standout climax." He notes the routine is "strong as standalone phases." The promotion from AlakazamMagicUK calls it a "powerful card effect" that creates a "baffling experience for the audience." They state it builds "suspense and delivers a strong magical climax." Both reviewers emphasize that the routine plays strong in close-up and parlor settings.