Unhypnotized is a mentalism effect featured in the 'Odyssey' magazine by Chris Philpot. It plays with the spectator's emotions and perception, making them see negative affirmations like 'you're inadequate' which then transforms into positive affirmations such as 'you're incredible'. This trick is perfect for close-up or parlour settings, offering a deep emotional impact and a strong message of self-belief. Buyers should note that this is part of a larger collection of effects within the 'Odyssey' magazine, which is designed to look and feel like a high-quality travel magazine.
The reviewer dives into 'Odyssey', a luxury travel magazine by Chris Philpott that doubles as a magic tool, featuring 10 effects. The magazine's quality is praised for its realistic look and feel, akin to top-tier magazines. Effects include 'Speechless', where a spectator can't read words others can; 'Relaxation Time', playing with emotions and perception; 'Drunk Monkey', a favorite for its humor and interaction; 'Dreams Come True', involving destination revelation; 'Unhypnotized', focusing on positive affirmations; a book test based on the UF Grant long word principle; 'Psychic Scribblies', a clever word prediction; 'Image Reading', revealing thought-of images; and the 'Pegasus Page', a strong mentalism effect with visual elements. The reviewer appreciates the magazine's versatility, quality, and the thought behind each effect, recommending it for its value and the unique experiences it offers. The price is $100, deemed worth it for the quality and variety of effects included.
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