Ebook - The Twelve Card Problem by Scott Baird
Description & Effect
Unleash Astonishing Mentalism with Just a Deck of Cards
'The Twelve Card Problem: and Similar Mentally-Selected Card Divinations' by acclaimed creator Scott Baird (of 'The Hermit' magic magazine) is your essential guide to performing powerful, impromptu mental magic. This 45-page digital download reveals secrets that allow you to read minds with nothing more than a borrowed deck of playing cards, eliminating the need for expert sleight of hand. Imagine captivating your audience by divining multiple thought-of cards with absolute clarity and minimal effort.
The Core Effect: A Mind-Bending Mystery
At the heart of this incredible eBook lies 'The Twelve Card Problem.' The premise is disarmingly simple, yet the impact is profound. A deck is fairly shuffled, and several audience members — typically three — each select four cards at random, keeping them hidden. From their small piles, each person merely thinks of one card. The cards are then collected, shuffled once more, and returned to you. With just a single, direct question, you'll be able to flawlessly reveal every single chosen card. This is pure, direct mentalism that leaves audiences stunned and believing you possess genuine psychic abilities.
Explore a Wealth of Variations and Inspirations
Scott Baird doesn't just teach one trick; he provides an entire arsenal. Within 'The Twelve Card Problem,' you'll discover ten distinct handlings, methods, and exciting variations for this core concept. This comprehensive collection draws inspiration from legendary routines like 'Three Hours' from Simon Aronson and Ramon Riobóo's 'Mnemonica,' as well as a captivating problem posed by Michal Kociolek in 'More Plots and Methods.' Among the many gems is 'Three Hours or Less,' hailed as one of the finest variations of the classic 'Three Hours' ever developed. Whether you're seeking subtle nuances or entirely new presentations, this eBook offers something for every magician.
Elevate Your Card Magic and Mentalism Repertoire
If you're a dedicated mentalist seeking fresh, high-impact material, or a card magician eager to infuse your routines with powerful mind-reading elements, 'The Twelve Card Problem' is an indispensable resource. It's filled with practical, audience-tested routines that are both easy to learn and incredibly effective. Download your copy today and start performing mental magic that defies explanation and builds your reputation as an extraordinary performer.
Original Specs
Powerful mental magic you can perform with a borrowed deck of cards.
The Twelve Card Problem: and Similar Mentally-Selected Card Divinations is an amazing eBook written by Scott Baird (creator of The Hermit magic magazine). It is filled with mental magic with playing cards that is mostly impromptu and can be done with any deck of cards. No expert sleight of hand skills required.
The core idea is that a deck of playing cards is fairly shuffled. You then have a few members of the audience select any 12 cards at random without showing you. Typically, three people will select four cards each.
From their pile, each audience member thinks of one card. The cards are then gathered and shuffled again.
With just one question, you’re able to divine every selection.
And that’s just one of ten different handlings, methods, and variations for this concept featured in The Twelve Card Problem.
This special project was inspired by “Three Hours”, a routine from Mnemonica by Simon Aronson and Ramon Riobóo, as well as a problem posed by Michal Kociolek in More Plots and Methods.
There is something for every type of magician, including “Three Hours or Less”, which is one of the best variations of “Three Hours” ever made.
If you perform mentalism or just want to add some mental magic to your card magic set, you must download a copy of The Twelve Card Problem today.
45 Pages | eBook
