What’s best trick? is completely subjective. It’s like asking “What’s the best car to own?” or “Who’s the best band?” T
he effect you create with (or without) a prop becomes the effect you create in the minds of the audience – so – the “Best Effect” may have nothing to do with a particular version… it’s the performance that counts. It’s the impression you create.
I’ve seen magicians kill with a simple effect like Mental Manipulation and bomb with highly technical effect.
I’m not putting-down anyone with technical skills. I’ve worked my entire life to present sophisticated slights throughout diverse routines. Performing the “best” effect may have nothing to do with the prop alone… It might have everything to do with your ability to entertain. When you ask “What’s the best?” all you get are opinions. Opinions don’t perfect your ability to entertain, your knowledge does. I’d rather see magicians think about it this way “I like this effect, can you give me some tips for me to make it better considering my style and the venue it’s in?
“Opinions don’t perfect your ability to entertain, your knowledge does.”
