Triadic by Chris Wardle and James Ward - Mentalism Review

Sebastian delivers a thorough and enthusiastic review of 'Triadic' by Chris Wardle and James Ward, a fresh take on the classic book test. He demonstrates the effect live, highlighting its versatility and potential for mentalists. 'Triadic' utilizes a book of poems, moving away from traditional book tests, allowing for a natural and relatable presentation. Sebastian showcases a performance where he determines a word from the first line of a poem, extracts a color and feeling, and reveals a word through a captivating Hangman reveal. He praises the effect's ease of learning (around 5 minutes of practice), its ability to be performed remotely, and the potential to springboard its principles into other routines. While the instructions are cleverly integrated within the book, Sebastian advises against allowing thorough inspection. He emphasizes the importance of presentation and encourages performers to personalize the experience with a believable backstory and elements of cold reading to maximize engagement.