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Whammy Board by Bakory

Created by: Bakory

The Whammy Board is a clever mentalism tool designed for close-up or parlour magic performances. It allows magicians to perform impossible predictions with ease, making it appear as though they can accurately foresee a spectator's thoughts or choices. The board works seamlessly with a Swami gimmick (or similar writing devices), enabling magicians to reveal predictions in a visually stunning and baffling manner. This trick is particularly useful for those who struggle with traditional nail writers or other prediction methods, offering a practical and reliable alternative. Perfect for mentalists and magicians looking to add a strong, interactive prediction effect to their repertoire.

Key features

  • Ideal for performers who struggle with nail writers or other prediction methods

  • Works with Swami gimmicks or similar writing devices

  • Versatile for close-up or parlour settings

  • Creates a visually stunning and baffling prediction effect

Pros

  • Easy to use and reliable

  • Solves common problems with traditional prediction methods

  • Highly visual and interactive

  • Versatile for various performance settings

Cons

  • Requires a Swami gimmick or similar device for full effect

  • May need practice to integrate smoothly into performances

Effect

The Whammy Board is a mentalism tool that allows magicians to create seemingly impossible predictions. The performer writes a prediction on the board, and when revealed, it matches exactly what the spectator has freely chosen or thought of. The effect is clean, direct, and highly visual, making it a strong addition to any mentalism act.

Full details

The Whammy Board is designed as an alternative to traditional nail writers and swami gimmicks. It provides a reliable and easy-to-use method for writing predictions secretly. The board itself is a flat surface that can be held naturally, and it works with a specialized gimmick that allows for smooth, undetectable writing. Unlike nail writers, which require precise finger positioning, the Whammy Board is more forgiving, making it accessible to performers who struggle with traditional methods.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is ideal for mentalists and magicians who want a reliable method for secret writing without the hassle of nail writers. It is especially useful for performers with thicker fingers or those who find traditional swami gimmicks difficult to handle. If you perform prediction-based routines and want a clean, visual method, the Whammy Board is a strong option.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

The Whammy Board is relatively easy to use compared to nail writers. The learning curve is minimal, as the board provides a stable surface for writing. However, like any secret writing method, it requires practice to ensure smooth, natural movements. The difficulty level is low to moderate, making it suitable for beginners and experienced performers alike.

What magicians say

Steve Faulkner from RealMagicReview praised the Whammy Board, calling it a "godsend" for those who struggle with nail writers. He mentioned, "I've got Hobbit thumbs... I can't even hold a nail writer for a second, and this might be the answer." He also highlighted the board's practicality, noting that it solves many of the issues performers face with traditional methods.

The Bakory duo, who demonstrated the trick at the convention, showcased its effectiveness in a mentalism routine, further proving its value as a performance tool.

What people are saying about Whammy Board

RealMagicReview (Steve Faulkner) says...

The Whammy Board is a godsend for me because I can't do nail writers—my thumbs are like Hobbit thumbs, too thick to hold a nail writer. This might be the answer.

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