Peek in PlainSight by Casper Ryan - Mentalism Review
This video is a thorough review of Casper Ryan's "Peek in Plain Sight," a mentalism method designed to allow a mentalist to seemingly peek at a written billet without any sleight of hand. Sebastian, the reviewer, aims to provide honest feedback to help magicians make informed purchasing decisions. The product includes a stack of specially printed cards, a link to an hour and 45-minute instructional video, and the option to purchase refills. While mechanically easy, the method's practicality is heavily influenced by performance conditions like lighting and audience positioning. A key drawback is the cards' non-inspectability and the fact that each performance consumes a card. Sebastian appreciates the clean presentation and potential to surprise, but ultimately rates the product a 7 out of 10, recommending it for those looking to experiment with a unique approach but cautioning against relying on it as a primary peeking method. He also expresses reservations about Casper Ryan's marketing, finding the suggestion that the product is only suitable for "lazy" or inexperienced mentalists to be dismissive.
Tricks mentioned
Key points
Allows a mentalist to seemingly peek at a written billet.
Mechanically easy, requiring no sleight of hand.
Performance conditions (lighting, audience positioning) are crucial.
Cards are non-inspectable and are consumed with each performance.
Approximately 50 performances per purchase.
Requires learning to read upside down.
Well-produced instructional video.
Casper Ryan's marketing is unnecessarily dismissive.
Alternative cards may work, but haven't been tested.