Multiple languages? | Letters/numbers by Jérôme Sauloup and Magic Dream | STUMPED review

This review video from Murphy's Magic's "Stumped" series, hosted by Beau Creamer, dives deep into Jérôme Sauloup and Magic Dream's new release, *Letters/Numbers*. The video aims to provide a comprehensive overview for magicians considering purchasing the effect, covering everything from the contents of the package to its suitability for different performance settings. Beau emphasizes that this is a customizable effect, allowing performers to use letters from their own Scrabble sets, making it accessible and adaptable. The package includes a Scrabble display, a bag of letters or numbers (depending on the version purchased), and a few "secret little bits." Beau praises the quality of the components, noting that the Scrabble display and tiles feel authentic and durable, suggesting they'll last a lifetime. While some reusables might need replenishing, Beau believes most magicians will already have them on hand. The effect is priced at $160. Beau highlights the effect's ease of handling, describing it as "almost a natural movement" and bordering on "self-working." He rates the skill level as beginner-friendly. While suitable for table hopping, the video creator believes *Letters/Numbers* truly shines in parlor or close-up situations, where the spectator is less likely to examine the gimmick. The effect is also adaptable for stage performance with a camera on the Scrabble display. A major selling point is the ability to use letters from any language, allowing for virtually any word to be incorporated into the routine. The Scrabble letters and numbers are fully examinable, adding to the effect's deceptive nature. The angles are considered good, particularly for close-up settings where the performer controls the placement of the letters on the display. Beau stresses the absence of electronics, flaps, or pre-show work, making it a clean and deceptive effect. The video incorporates a giveaway for the *Letters/Numbers* bundle, encouraging viewers to comment with a word or number they would reveal if they could. Beau also promotes other Murphy's Magic content, including past episodes of "Stumped," "What's New This Week?", and "Saturday Sorcery." Beau clearly loved the versatility and deceptive nature of *Letters/Numbers*, particularly its adaptability to different languages and performance environments. He believes it's a valuable addition to any magician's repertoire, especially for those seeking a clean, self-working effect with a Scrabble-themed presentation.