PTSD
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A powerful and direct perfect card prediction. With "PTSD", you'll be off by NONE!
An envelope is introduced. Then, without any lengthy, drawn-out equivoque process, they name a playing card. The envelope is opened to reveal it contains the correct card.
Designed to be an EDC, "PTSD" by Mark Lemon is a worker's dream. It's a self-contained miracle that takes up basically no pocket space. As it resets instantly and the outcome is different each time, you can blow minds with it all night long.
"PTSD" is simple to learn and easy to perform. No sleight of hand is required. An ingenious, one step natural piece of equivoque paired with the clever gimmicks is all you need.
You get all the durable gimmicks and complete video instructions that teach the handlings and fully motivated scripts for live or virtual performances. Mark even dives into the subtle changes you can make to your script when recording your performance for YouTube (or elsewhere) that allows it to withstand the scrutiny of repeated viewings without having to compromise any aspect of the experience for your participant. (See for yourself in the full performance in the trailer).
My expectations were high after watching the trick’s trailer. But in the end, I did not like it that much. I don’t mind using the equivoque in the beginning, but what I don’t like is that it is not as clean as other effects, because the spectator cannot hold the card nor see the envelope. I think there are much simpler and cleaner ways to achieve a one in 52 trick, like a classic Invisible D. for example.
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Bryan asks: Can the spectator truly name any card in the deck?
Will asks: Can the card be examined after it's revealed?
Andy asks: What is the skill level required?
Jordyn asks: Must the envelope be held in one's breast pocket throughout the performance, or could it be placed on a table?
Alvaro asks: Is this trick the same as the shadow wallet thought of card trick, just instead of using a wallet, use a multiple-out envelope without thin cards?
Brandon asks: It would be nice to see a full performance so we can see the equivoque in action because it looks like to us that they think of a card and that’s the card in the envelope it’s a little misleading
Dave asks: I think it's misleading to show an altered video of the effect, and then not to admit that it's been altered until well into the questions that are asked. I'm not ordering because of that deception, and will be more skeptical of Vanishing Inc. videos in the future, because I know they may not be full performances, and that fact may not be disclosed.
Meik asks: I was ready to order the effect immediately when I saw the question asked that led VI to admit there is equivoke involved but not shown in the (seemingly) unaltered video performances. Well, in this day and age I think it's sad to see that these doctored videos still persist. Sad to see it happen at my favorite Magic Shop. Do better Josh and Andi!
Mark asks: Does it always end up being a court card?
Cernat asks: Is this the product of Blake Vogt 4 way ?
David asks: Regarding what is not shown in the trailer, in defense of VI, in the email advertisement I received, the missing component about which many are complaining is clearly stated in the written description. Thus I do not believe the VI promo is false advertising. Before purchasing any magic effect based on an unsolicited promotion one receives, one step among many that should be taken is to read the entire description as well as watch the video. Companies with credibility are likely to be as honest as possible without actually tipping the method. Plus kudos for allowing and honestly answering the question for all to see in the Q and A.
Dennis asks: I expect more from VI. They clearly know that the statement, "without any lengthy, drawn-out equivoque process," will be misunderstood by many people. Many will be engaged by the first few lines of the description and will immediately watch the video. Unfortunately, the video matches the misleading description. In order to maintain the company's reputation, I would suggest removing that part of the written description. Let the effect speak for itself.
Rod asks: Yes I was about to order this high then realised that it was a very misleading sales pitch. Therefore I will not buy it. This will appear very soon second hand due to buyers realising they have been hit by false advertising! Magic promos are all now like Tarantino movie clips making magicians look cool and bypassing the actual effect. Please producers, show us what we are getting !
David asks: This seem similar in effect (and perhaps method?) to Josh's own Inferno. Is there a meaningful difference?
Michael asks: Q1: What is the envelope made from? It looks sturdy enough to handle hundreds of performances, but if it's made from light-weight paper, would not stand up to lots of use. Q1: The playing card shown to be the spectator's selection: it doesn't look like a standard US Playing Card. Is it a custom design that looks kinda sorta like a regular playing card?
Michael asks: Is the effect designed so the spectator can name one of at least at least 10 cards, thus seeming to be a VERY free selection? (I believe that to be the case, and if so, this effect is much more clever in its design than it appears).
Tank asks: The tag line seems to be taking a swipe at Kenton Knepper’s ‘off by one’ card in wallet effect “Killer” - in which the wallet can indeed be ‘shown’ empty if desired… So, can the envelope be examined after the card is revealed? …Or at least ‘shown’ to be empty?
Terry asks: Too MANY questions and no answers. Deceptive, misleading and unethical. (Go ahead and remove me)
Dennis asks: VI, based on the number of comments regarding the product description, it’s obvious that the description is misleading. The fact that you mention equivoque again toward the end of the description demonstrates the need to hedge your bets. You know it’s deceptive, we know it’s deceptive, so just fix the description (take out the line), and keep your reputation for integrity.
Eran asks: After reading the previous questions, how many outs do you have?
Patrick asks: Why is trick called PTSD?
Ian asks: To the VI guys - Keep up the good work. Things might not be as clear as many would wish but I think the explanations given adequately cover the questions / complaints.
Michael asks: Can the envelope be shown empty after the card reveal? I could not tell from the trailer.
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