"I want to buy every set so I can burn them. This is so strong, I want to be the only one performing it." - Mark Calabrese
After guarding the secret for more than a decade, Ben Seidman is finally making one of his signature pieces available to the magic community!
"The Oracle System" is so much more than a singular routine. Using a dynamic combination of classic and original methods, and some deviously-customized Tarot Cards, this system allows you to conduct a pure and thought-provoking demonstration of mind reading and mentalism. It is easily the most talked-about moment from Ben's internationally-touring show.
However, we should point out that this is NOT a "tarot reading" effect. Instead, "The Oracle System" is a powerful mentalism routine that allows you to take your audience on an emotional journey they'll never forget. The tarot cards themselves are just one small piece of the greater whole. Even if you've never touched a tarot card in your life, you can still perform "The Oracle System".
Every aspect of "The Oracle System" centers around the spectator's past, present, and future. It offers you the chance to explore personal relationships, seemingly reveal intimate information and connect with your audience in truly meaningful ways. In fact, it's so effective, don't be surprised if your spectators start to believe that you can truly predict the choices they'll make or the thoughts they'll think.
Here's an example of how a performance of "The Oracle System" can go:
After both you and our spectator each shuffle a packet of five matching tarot cards, you begin a process of elimination. Four cards are eventually eliminated, leaving just one in each of your hands. Despite how fairly the spectator's choices are made, this final card impossibly matches every time.
Yet, that's not all. You are then able to show that you actually made EVERY decision in complete synchronicity because the order of the four tarot cards on the table also matches perfectly.
While there are multiple outcomes for "The Oracle System", they're all equally strong. The core method (which is not difficult) remains mostly the same. Yet, you're able to personalize the effect so each performance feels unique and special.
The true value of "The Oracle System" comes from Ben's insights on how to effectively deliver an authentic and personal experience for every audience. As you can also take this effect to new heights with some basic cold reading, Luke Jermay has even contributed some helpful bonus tips on the classic mentalism technique.
Each "The Oracle System" set comes with 12 beautifully-customized tarot cards and an elegant vegan leather wallet. Both video instructions and an accompanying PDF are included.
"This fooled the @%#* out of me." - Shin Lim
"Ben's wickedly clever, interactive effect with tarot cards will make you look smart, insightful and magically intuitive." - Michael Ammar
"Ben Seidman is a genius. If he's going to share something, anything... you buy it immediately! This creation is testament to that. It will truly become the most moving moment of real magic you share with someone. So use your new powers wisely..." - Colin McLeod
"What Ben has done is create a lovely frame for delivering a personal reading as part of a commercial magic performance. This is a tough balance to strike, and "The Oracle System" makes the reading feel natural while ensuring a strong, impossible climax. If you'd like to try your hand at giving readings, this is a great way to practice because you have a foolproof safety net. If you're an experienced reader, this tool might actually be dangerous." - Eric Mead
Important: Please note that the creator retains all broadcast rights to this routine. This means that you are welcome to perform the routines taught in live performance settings only. All broadcast rights are withheld by Ben Seidman. Performing "The Oracle System" on television, or through any broadcast medium (live, or pre-recorded) is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. For permission to perform "The Oracle System" outside of a live performance, please contact Ben Seidman directly.
I really love visual magic, and this is great fun! Not had a chance to test it on an audience yet, but looking forward to when I do!
Great, super speedy delivery too from Alex! Cheers!
This is a great set of envelopes to use as switches, etc as there are the usual wallets around which can do the same. but to do bank night with more options really does need 2 more envelopes.The 2 envelopes are fine for switching and mentalism... For a pro version the envelopes are strong etc. So you will not tear these. These should last a long time. I have to agree the video instruction to open the envelope correctly should be a little more involved.. but none the less you cannot fault the rest of the video tutorial. Thanks Alex for your fast delivery, your the top man.
Really the best way to product a glass and not worry about smashing it
I wanted a realistic looking glass without carrying actual glass to gigs in case of breakages and these glasses are simply brilliant. Will be used both with RD360 and other productions.
This is the best flash string I've used but you have to be careful as it really does produce a lovely but strong burn. I found 24 hours drying minimum was good.
Firstly the bulb is absolutely stunning. Totally clear and does look and feel like a proper LED lightbulb. It is though lacking two main things. Firstly, a way to trigger with a delay or perhaps an underarm switch. There is no way you could put the remote in a shoe and not walk without a limp. At least with a delay you could trigger, hand the bulb to someone and know that within 5/10 seconds it will turn on without needing your hand in your pocket. Secondly it is lovely and bright but does seem just slightly suss that a bulb without any electricity can turn cleanly on just like a light switch would do. You would of thought some kind of flicker would be nice. This means it could then be used for a séance routine when "ghosts" are present or even when you are close to a spectators chosen object/card but not over it so the bulb flickers and then goes completely on when over the object. I did contact MS Magic when Shine 2.0 came out with these requests but obviously not included in 3.0. So hoping that 4.0 one day might address these nice-to-have features.
