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EXAMINING THE THUMBTIP
with Alexander de Cova
I have persuaded Bavarian magician Alexander de Cova to finally release his work on the thumbtip. This is like nothing you have ever seen before. I promise his innovative handling of this tool will astound you
First Alex performs and explains three original routines, each of which is not only a lesson in the use of a thumbtip, but a world class effect to boot.
Finally he explains his deceptively simple “Three Point Theory” and discusses in depth the logic, reasons and methods, that will change how you see the thumbtip.
Rosediction
In this presentation for platform or stage a romantic prediction leaves the audience both
mystified and charmed.
The Scottish Purse
Great fun as a spectator tries to draw your portrait, only to find the artwork vanishes from under their nose!
Vitamin E
A prescription for mystery. This bill to sealed bottle is so beautifully crafted it will make you want to do it just for the sheer pleasure.
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THE PASTEBOARD PLAYER
nathan gibson is a full time pro who, by the time he was eighteen, had taken first place in 17 close up magic contests. including the 2004 world magic seminar in las vegas, and the i. b. m. national convention in cleveland.
this is edgy, pop culture, magic at it’s best. but be warned... it’s not always easy.
collectors kicking back
the rebellious teenager
trick number three
captain crunch cut and the
instantaneous card production
n. f. g.
the exras menu features;
martin lewis interview with nathan.
a presentation of dean dill’s coin explosion.
the web trailer digital master.
and a surprise.
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Nik Stokes SIGNED AND SEALED
A Ziploc bag is closed and placed on your palm.
A borrowed signed coin is placed on top of the bag.
The coin visibly penetrates the still sealed bag.
It is really inside. Really!
And you never touched it.
You repeat the effect.
The coin is positively identified.
You merely throw it towards the bag.
It visibly penetrates again.
It is really inside. Really!
Watch the teaser...
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BET YOUR BUCKS
The Routine: First of all, from an entertainment viewpoint, this is VERY commercial. The routine begins with some very funny custom music as the volunteer walks on stage. Cody presents the effect like a game show called “Bet Your Bucks.” After the volunteer “loans” the magician some money he gets a chance to try and win his money back!
Finally at the end of the game, after losing their money, the volunteer is awarded a consolation prize: The Bag Of Mystery!
IMPORTANT NOTE: The sealed bag is handed out to a member of the audience BEFORE the game even started! This is a real fooler!
The volunteer opens the bag to find a lemon and a knife! You never touched the bag, the lemon, or the knife! The volunteer actually cuts the lemon open to discover their signed bill!
The Details: The effect is KILLER and the method is completely self-working, allowing the performer to concentrate entirely on presentation!
Cody’s version has solved many of the standard problems that are normally associated with this effect. First of all, Cody’s routine provides wonderful justification for borrowing/signing the bill. This is absolutely hysterical and actually becomes a running gag throughout the show.
Secondly, Cody & Martin have solved the lemon loading process. This is normally the most difficult part of any bill to lemon routine. Leave it to a “worker” to make it this easy! Believe it or not, you will actually be able to load a signed bill into a lemon right in front of the audience and they will have NO CLUE! This is the diabolical method that fooled us all so badly! There are no sleights, no bold moves, no thumb tips, etc. In fact, when the bill is loaded, there is actually “NO HEAT” on the load as the audience perceives something completely different. (Without giving too much away, it is basically an ingenious device that enables the performer to very easily load a signed bill into a lemon and “seal” the lemon in the process!)
Finally, when the lemon is produced, it is actually examinable! Yes that’s right -- the lemon is completely sealed at both ends! The volunteer can actually cut the lemon open and remove their signed bill themselves!
Cody is also providing a professionally recorded CD that has his custom game show introduction “Bet Your Bucks.” It’s a very funny and commercial way to present this KILLER effect. However, one of the advantages of this gimmick is that you are not limited to any single routine. If you already have a routine that you use, you can simply incorporate Cody’s loading and sealing gimmicks into your existing routine! The loaded lemon can appear ANYWHERE you want: a sealed bag, nest of boxes, etc. With this device you are so far ahead of the audience; the possibilities are endless!
You are supplied with everything you need to perform this miracle:
Precision Manufactured Loading Device
Custom “Lemon Sealing” Gimmick
Audience Tested Routines & Ideas For Stand Up, Stage, & Formal Close Up (not practical for strolling magic)
Custom CD With Professionally Recorded Introduction For Cody’s Game Show Presentation “Bet Your Bucks”
DVD Instructions With Additional Tips & Ideas
Full Performance Rights
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CODY FISHER ON MAGIC
Real Magic for Real People
First, in a live performance for lay people, close up and personal, you will see full time pro Cody Fisher perform the powerful magic, that has won him awards worldwide. Including the very prestigious Texas Association of Magicians award for best close-up magic.
Each of these effects have been honed over countless performances, into the strong magic pieces they are now. Cody tips everything, including all of the gags and bits of business, that make these outstanding tricks into the strong pieces of magical entertainment, that they are.
If you have read Cody’s column, for which he was voted “Columnist of the Year,” you will know him to be knowledgeable and creative magician and an excellent teacher. It’s no surprise that he is the same in person. You will find, he explains his practical, mind-blowing magic clearly and in detail.
This is not only professional magic that will make you money, but killer, reputation making magic for real world situations.
REAL WORLD COPPER / SILVER / BRASS
This one is a real magician fooler
SLEEVES UP MERCURY
The easiest card fold in the world
THE HEADACHE TRICK
This trick will also teach the following original moves:
Blank Card Theory
In-Jog Riffle Force
A very easy and convincing way to force a card
DR. DAILEY’S LAST BLACKJACK
Cody’s twist on a classic
TURTLE COINS
A sweet coins across routine with a flashy finale
LAS VEGAS ACES
Super clean Open Travellers
IMPOSSIBLE SIGNED CARD TO ANY WALLET
Really, any wallet!
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ENIGMATIC volume one
Alexander de Cova
We filmed eccentric Bavarian Magician Alexander de Cova perform, when he made his only lecture here in America. Later we got him aside and he revealed in detail the methods, history, and thinking behind the dozen knockout effects on the two ENIGMATIC volumes.
Alex’s unconventional ideas for parlour and platform, are audience tested and perfected over many years. His way of avoiding complicated methods by means of ingenious simplicity will keep surprising you.
Watch real avant-garde magic from the non-conformist mind of Europe’s best, Alexander de Cova.
ROPING
Featuring an extraordinary jumping knot that’s super simple to do.
PREMONITION
The classic effect. Just as effective, just as strong. Only cleverly simplified. No memory, no indexes…
BEER GAME
Someone else pays for the beer. A very popular trick in Bavaria. Or use juice for the little ones.
MASTER SILKS
Dedicated to the masters. Alexander’s handling of the Sympathetic Silks plot is both direct and very deceptive.
STAB IN THE DARK
Seemingly scan a deck for a few seconds and know which card is missing, then stab it’s mate in the dark.
RING-O-CHANGE
Defy the laws of physics. How can a borrowed ring be in two places at the same time? Plays to the largest crowd.
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ENIGMATIC volume two
Alexander de Cova
We filmed eccentric Bavarian Magician Alexander de Cova perform, when he made his only lecture here in America. Later we got him aside and he revealed in detail the methods, history, and thinking behind the dozen knockout effects on the two ENIGMATIC volumes.
Alex’s unconventional ideas for parlour and platform, are audience tested and perfected over many years. His way of avoiding complicated methods by means of ingenious simplicity will keep surprising you.
Watch real avant-garde magic from the non-conformist mind of Europe’s best, Alexander de Cova.
MISERS DREAM
No sleight of hand method can match this extraordinary illusion that Alexander has created for this classic effect.
BOXED TRANSPOSITION
A signed card flies to card case while both are in full view. Then comes a real puzzle climax.
FORTE X
Whatever card your spectators are thinking of, you have it already predicted! A real stunner!
POROUS PLASTIC
Three silver dollars penetrate a clear plastic ziploc three times. Can also be done with cookies for the kiddies.
GROUNDHOG DAY
Experimental magic based on déjà vu. Experimental magic based on déjà vu.
BEAN COUNTER
Can the audience guess how many beans are in a jar? Yep! Right down to the last bean. What a lucky crowd.
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