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Mnemonimage New user 64 Posts |
Hey all,
I'm sure this is old news to the experienced mentalists on the forum, but for anyone who has not yet purchased and devoured Switchcraft by Elliot Bresler, DO IT NOW. Seriously, this is probably the best money I've spent on magic and/or mentalism in my life. Not only is the basic Switchcraft itself a goldmine of cool and easy techniques, but the supplements he provides with it are basically an index of, homage to, and clear instruction manual for classic mentalist techniques and routines. I haven't nearly digested it all (462 pages!!!), but everything I've read so far is clearly explained and illustrated, and advice is included for application ideas for each technique. Just thought everyone should know... -Mnemonimage |
revelation77 New user Melbourne, Australia 29 Posts |
Yeah, I just bought it recently and haven't made my way through the entire thing. I keep on stopping and going "I have to practise that!" and running to the mirror, billets in hand. Its a great ebook and I'm glad I made the purchase.
Rev. |
Jamie D Inner circle Ontario, Canada 2292 Posts |
There is already a thread here on the Café about this but I will agree with you, this is the best $20 I have ever spent for this kind of work.
Daren
Twitter @darjames
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ElliottB Inner circle 3250 Posts |
Thank you so much, Mnemonimage, Rev, and Daren.
I really appreciate your posts. Switchcraft can’t be found in stores, so, without the feedback from happy purchasers like you guys, I wouldn’t sell any books. For those that are interested, you can pick up Switchcraft here: http://ebswitch.googlepages.com/home Also, don’t forget to check out the private Switchcraft board on Alchemy Moon. There’s a lot of great content and ideas over there so far, and with your future participation, there may be more soon. Elliott |
mormonyoyoman Inner circle I dug 5,000 postholes, but I have only 2440 Posts |
Only 462 pages? Elliott, you've been slacking!
*jeep! --Grandpa
#ShareGoodness #ldsconf
--Grandpa Chet |
ElliottB Inner circle 3250 Posts |
Well, technically, there are many more pages of top notch billet material on the Switchcraft board at Alchemy Moon.
Hopefully, even more will be on the way. Elliott |
green4magic Regular user 184 Posts |
Elliott,
Thanks for the Alchemy Moon additions to SWITCHCRAFT - it makes your great work even more useful and timely. The first poster here is correct - if you don't have SWITCHCRAFT - get it before Elliott raises the price. SWITCHCRAFT is THE encyclopedia of billets and only $20.00 for almost 500 pages of well illustrated instruction on a basic of our art. STAY MYSTICAL |
ElliottB Inner circle 3250 Posts |
Thank you so much!!
I really appreciate your post, and am also pleased that you are enjoying the articles on the private Switchcraft Forum at Alchemy Moon. Elliott |
Paradise Elite user sheffieldEngland 419 Posts |
Still trying to get into Alchemy Moon !
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ElliottB Inner circle 3250 Posts |
I received a lot of emails and private messages from people having trouble getting into Alchemy Moon.
The board administrators informed me that, in almost every case, the applicant just needed to provide the requested information, as specified on the registration page. Basically you will want to register using your real first and last names, and provide some information about your background concerning the art of magic and mentalism. Once that’s done, the registration is usually processed within a week. A bunch of people have contacted me for invitations, which I have happily provided in every case. If you could use an invitation from me, just drop me a PM. My reputation is on the line with the invitations, so you will need to send me your real name, as I feel weird putting my good name on the line for people I know only as “Magic Dude” or “Mental Guy” Elliott |
Dynamike Eternal Order FullTimer 24148 Posts |
When it comes to billet switches, Switchcraft is the best, the very best, the best there is to be.
I want to thank all of those who suggested I should get Switchcraft. I see you were right. |
MDantes Inner circle New Orleans 1435 Posts |
YES.
Switchcraft is the truth. If you have ever had any hesitations or questions about billet work, Elliot's thoughts on the issue are wonderful. Highly recommended. So good, it'll make you wanna slap yo momma. (slaps momma) Sorry momma MD
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MatthewH New user 96 Posts |
Another example of great customer service in the mentalism product market. I was a latecomer to Switchcraft, only grabbing it recently. Gonna take me another few months to get through it! And now, the Alchemy Moon extras....there goes my weekends. Got a nice thanks from Elliot after buying it too. Nice to have that contact. Good work fella!
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ElliottB Inner circle 3250 Posts |
Thank you so much Mike, Mdantes and Matthew.
Elliott |
Dynamike Eternal Order FullTimer 24148 Posts |
New updates for Switchcraft came out thanks to Elliot Bresier.
Technique # 1 - The E.B. Switch The E.B. Switch, Variant B The E.B. Switch, Variant C The E.B. Switch, Variant D – Courtesy of Jheff Technique # 2 - The E.B. Clip Switch Technique # 3 - The E.B. Tear Special - Alternate Handling Technique # 4 - The REALLY Simplified Baker Switch Technique # 5 – The E.B. NCP Switch The E.B. NCP, Variant B The E.B. NCP, Variant C Technique # 6 – The Ultimate E.B. NCP Switch Technique # 7 – The Temple Unfolding Switch Technique # 8 – The E.B. Return Switch Technique # 9 – The Prototype Refold Switch Technique # 10 – The E.B. Refold Switch Technique # 11 – The Table REALLY Simplified Baker Switch Technique # 12 – The E.B. Table Switch Technique # 13 – The E.B. Table NCP General Suggestions Best of the Rest PRESENTATION OPTIONS AND SAMPLE ROUTINES Switch as an “Out” COINfabulation About Magician’s Choice The “Get out of Jail Card” Homework A Rose by Any Other Name Switch as a “Force” The Fortune Telling Game Simple Switch and “Read” Read My Mind (Version 1) Read My Mind (Version 2) “Read” Techniques Complex Switch and Read “A Question and the Answer” Times Two Path One Path Two Path Three Epic X Crazy Schemes & Other Ideas I’m leaving for the Reader to Develop Out to Lunch Spirit Writing Add-A-Number Pads Himber Wallets and Double Envelopes Headline Predictions Switch as a Pick-up Line? Switches with Playing Cards Switches with Dollar Bills Pocket Writing – The Ultimate Billet Index Predict Anything Add An Add A Number How to Make Elephants Disappear and Other Strange Things Recommended Reading (& Watching) For Billet Switchers |
RCP Inner circle Two Minnie's in The Hell's Half Acre, The Republic of Texas 2183 Posts |
This is hands down the best value in magic. I bought it years ago and still receive every update for free. Plus it's the definitive work on the subject.
Thanks again Elliot |
Dynamike Eternal Order FullTimer 24148 Posts |
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On Apr 2, 2017, RCP wrote: This is hands down the best value in "mentalism." We all make typos time to time. |
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