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Alakazam Review Show Ep15 | New Wave, Sure Shot Dice & Genetics 2

The latest Alakazam Review Show features a deep dive into three exciting new magic releases: Sure Shot Dice by Apprentice Magic, Genetics 2 by Sean Goodman, and New Wave by Victor Sanz and João Miranda. Hosted by Jamie DS and a guest, the show offers a conversational and informal review, sharing personal experiences and practical insights for magicians of all levels. Sure Shot Dice is presented as a deceptively simple yet clever falling dice effect, perfect for building anticipation and leading into more advanced routines, with Jamie DS even demonstrating a routine. Genetics 2 utilizes a deck of cards with gender-specific images, emphasizing the importance of audience tailoring for maximum humor and engagement. Finally, New Wave is lauded as a truly baffling effect involving a wallet and playing cards, generating multiple moments of surprise and wonder with its clever method and surprising reveal. The hosts consistently praise the quality and ingenuity of these effects, recommending them as worthwhile additions to any magician's repertoire, particularly for close-up and walk-around performances.

Key points

  • Sure Shot Dice is a deceptively simple falling dice effect.

  • Genetics 2 utilizes a deck of cards with gender-specific images.

  • New Wave is a baffling effect involving a wallet and playing cards.

  • New Wave generates multiple moments of surprise and wonder.

  • The hosts recommend tailoring Genetics 2 to the audience's sensibilities.

  • Sure Shot Dice is good for building anticipation and creating a sense of mystery.