‘VOCABULUM’ is the Latin word for ‘word’! And Chris Wardle has created a word prediction effect that seems impossible, yet works like a charm.
Using props that appear to be part of some arcane word game, this is a knock-out “prediction” effect, which can be repeated as often you like, with different results at every performance.
On each of the cards are listed 12 different four-letter words (expletives excluded !). The spectator verifies that every word on every card is different.
A spectator is asked to choose any of the 5 word cards, (NO FORCE of any type) then to name any number between 1 and 12. (again absolutely no force.)
This number is counted to openly and fairly. The word is, (for example – it’s different for every performance), ‘AMEN’.
The performer now removes the second set of 4 cards, one by one, to show that they are 4 large letter cards which spell the word ‘AMEN’. No other word on the chosen card could be made from those letters! The wallet is empty and can be handed out for examination if desired!
* No force of the List of Words – the spectator freely selects any of the five lists. Every word and every list is different.
* No force of the number selected to arrive at the word on the list. Any number between 1 and 12 can be selected.
* No extra Cards are used.
* Instant reset for a repeat performance makes this an ideal effect for table hopping performance.
* A different result at every performance.
* No skill, memory work or sleights – it’s all built in into the props supplied. Just follow the instructions.