Unlimited Alakazam by Simon Lipkin

Effect

Unlimited Alakazam is a mentalism trick that allows the performer to reveal a spectator's chosen celebrity, star sign, or other personal information with seemingly impossible accuracy. The effect involves spectators writing down names or details, mixing them up, and the magician correctly identifying the chosen information without any apparent clues.

Full Details

Unlimited Alakazam includes multiple routines, such as:

• Alive or Dead Test: A spectator writes a deceased celebrity on a billet, mixes it with billets containing living celebrities, and the performer identifies the correct one.
• Book Test: A spectator selects a random page in a book, and the performer reveals the thought-of content.
• Credit Card Cutting Routine: A spectator's credit card is mixed with dummy cards, and the performer correctly identifies it.
• Horoscope Reveal: The performer accurately reveals a spectator's star sign and date of birth.

The trick relies on deceptive marking systems and bold methods that remain hidden from the audience.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick is ideal for mentalists who want versatile, commercial routines that can be adapted for different performances. It works well in close-up, parlor, and stage settings. Those who enjoy interactive, audience-participation-based mentalism will find it particularly engaging.

Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform

Most routines in Unlimited Alakazam are easy to perform. The methods are straightforward, relying more on boldness than complex sleight of hand. Sebastian Tocamagic notes that while the techniques may seem obvious once learned, they remain highly deceptive in performance. The horoscope reveal is slightly more involved but still manageable.

What Magicians Say

Sebastian Tocamagic praises the Set the Bar marking system as "incredibly deceptive" and highlights the book test as a standout routine. He rates the overall product 9/10, calling it "fun, relatable, and adaptable." However, he mentions that those familiar with Simon Lipkin’s other works may find some overlap in methods.

The routines are described as commercial, easy to reset, and suitable for both paid gigs and impromptu performances. The credit card cutting routine is noted as particularly strong for close-up or parlor settings.