Saturn Magic - Larry Becker's Psycho II 2.0 by Steve Cook and Alan Wong
This video is a tutorial demonstrating Larry Becker's Psycho II 2.0, a clever ESP card reveal routine presented by a mentalist who emphasizes a fair and intriguing approach. The routine, available from Saturn Magic, centers around three envelopes – a large outer envelope, a medium envelope inside, and a smaller inner envelope containing opaque ESP cards. The core of the method involves secretly moving a single card from the top of the packet to a position somewhere in the middle, turning it face up in the process, and then concealing the packet within the envelopes. The creator highlights the importance of using thick, opaque cards to prevent visual clues, and details the specific handling required, including a card movement performed behind the back to maintain the illusion of randomness. He stresses a slow, deliberate pace to heighten suspense and reinforce fairness, and suggests creating a psychological connection with the spectator through gestures. Ultimately, the creator aims to inspire questions and encourage exploration of mentalism's underlying principles, presenting the routine as a demonstration of how seemingly impossible feats can be achieved through clever methodology and skillful presentation, rather than relying on perceived psychic powers.
Tricks mentioned
Key points
The routine uses three envelopes: a large outer envelope, a medium envelope, and a smaller inner envelope.
Thick, opaque ESP cards are used to prevent visual clues.
A single card is secretly moved from the top to the middle of the packet, turned face up.
The card movement is performed behind the back to maintain the illusion of randomness.
A slow, deliberate pace is recommended to heighten suspense.
Creating a psychological connection with the spectator is suggested to enhance the performance.