The Coincidence by Elías D’Sastre

Introduction and Background

1. Presenter Ly Ab Osassery welcomes attendees to the conference and shares his self-created coincidence effect, which is powerful yet easy to perform.
2. The effect can be presented in close-up settings, stage performances, on tables, in living rooms, or at meetings, and is deceptive for both beginner and professional magicians.
3. The presenter decides to share this effect as he believes it holds value for the magic community.

Coincidence Effect Demonstration

1. Magician Aleks Andro joins the presenter to demonstrate the coincidence effect.
2. In the effect, Aleks has the spectator choose when to stop dealing the cards, and through the coincidence deck, creates surprising outcomes.
3. The spectator can choose to stop dealing at any time, and the coincidence deck always accurately matches the spectator’s choice.

Coincidence Effect Kit

1. The presenter showcases the coincidence effect kit, which includes two decks: one for performance and the other for resetting and preparation.
2. The kit also includes two additional tricks: Open Prediction and Missing Challenge.
3. The presenter invites those interested to join his magic community to share experiences and enjoyment.

Coincidence Effect Setup Method

1. The presenter explains in detail how to set up the coincidence effect, including methods for handling short corner cards and double-faced cards.
2. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining naturalness and smoothness during the performance, as well as how to reset the effect when needed.
3. Recommends using regular-faced cards for the performance to prevent spectators from recognizing specially designed cards.

Coincidence Effect Performance Techniques

1. The presenter shares performance techniques for the coincidence effect, including how to interact with the spectator, when to switch the cards, and how to handle spectator interruptions.
2. Stresses the importance of maintaining a sense of mystery and control throughout the performance.
3. Advises using regular-faced cards to enhance the authenticity and deceptiveness of the effect.

Performance Notes

1. The presenter reminds performers of key considerations for the coincidence effect, such as selecting the appropriate deck and using regular-faced cards.
2. Recommends avoiding cards with special designs or patterns to prevent spectators from figuring out the trick.
3. Also shares techniques for concealing the deck and during preparation to heighten the performance’s mystery.

Open Prediction Technique

1. The presenter introduces the Open Prediction technique, including how to set up and execute the prediction process.
2. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining mystery and control during the prediction.
3. Suggests using regular-faced cards for the prediction to increase the effect’s authenticity and deceptiveness.

Open Prediction Performance Techniques

1. The presenter shares performance techniques for Open Prediction, including how to demonstrate the prediction process in front of the spectator and create a surprise.
2. Highlights the importance of maintaining interaction and mystery during the performance.
3. Recommends using regular-faced cards to enhance the effect’s authenticity and deceptiveness.