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RCP Inner circle Two Minnie's in The Hell's Half Acre, The Republic of Texas 2183 Posts |
Not sure why but there has been little mention of Fate or Freewill here. Paul Prater is a creative guy and this is his newest release. This is one of those fun little packet effects with a real bizarre twist. A creative reader could use this as an opener for new clients. Perfect walk around effect! I was selling a bunch of books at HalfPrice Books today and took this with me. Sometimes the wait can approach an hour so I headed over to the metaphysical section with FoF. Sometimes I wish I lacked ethics, a slew lonely ladies enjoyed a few minutes of attention, and FoF is a killer way to approach someone cold.
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afinemesh Inner circle Senseless gibberish that amounts to 2621 Posts |
RCP,
Mine's on its way. Looks great! Jorey
"I've always been mental, I'm sure of it" Boris Pocus
"Someday we'll look back on this and it will all seem funny". . .Bruce Springsteen |
Roth Inner circle The 18 5090 Posts |
Paul is very creative and a very nice guy. I look forward to seeing some more of his collaborations with
Chris Gould (the Dark Lord of art) |
afinemesh Inner circle Senseless gibberish that amounts to 2621 Posts |
RCP,
I concur. This is quite the little gem. Very nice use of a classic effect. I love it!
"I've always been mental, I'm sure of it" Boris Pocus
"Someday we'll look back on this and it will all seem funny". . .Bruce Springsteen |
Wizard of Oz Inner circle Most people wish I didn't have 5150 Posts |
Mine is paid for and on its way...
Thank you to my friends here on The Café! Otherwise, I would have never have known about this new release. We have to kick Paul's butt about promoting himself a little more. Dude's got skill.
Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain.
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KOTAH Inner circle 2289 Posts |
Note to RCP, thank you for your concern, I did not however 'miss' or over look the subject matter. It was only 13 positions below this one. It had an excellent vid clip as well. Paul Prater has several marvelous effects and props including the haunted key and box.
Paul promoteshimself in his own way at his own pace. HE offers rather than shoves it down ones throat. I find that refreshing. OBTW, I also did not miss the posting concerning the ODDITORIUM. Pauls two fine books are also available at Leaping lizards Magic. Kotah |
Joshua J Inner circle 1014 Posts |
Mines on my way. Looking forward to it.
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Paul Prater Elite user North Little Rock, AR 483 Posts |
I appreciate RCP making this post. The post of the video did get moved out of this forum and frankly, some people did miss this. Sometimes that happens when posts get moved around.
KOTAH, Jorey, Roth, Greg, I appreciate all of your comments. I have said it before and I'll say it again, the best part of this is the friendships that are forged both online and in person. I have exchanged emails with each of you. I have had the pleasure of meeting RCP in person and I hope to do the same with each of you! Joshua, I am even toying with the idea of a trip to the UK at some point. |
Joshua J Inner circle 1014 Posts |
I'm sure you'd get a warm welcome if you came. Be good to see you here for something like doomsday or a tabula mentis.
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David Thiel Inner circle Western Canada...where all that oil is 4005 Posts |
Paul Prater is, without a doubt, one of the finest suppliers of props anywhere. Creative, honest and a joy to deal with.
In short -- Paul rocks! David
Whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Except bears. Bears will kill you.
My books are here: www.magicpendulums.com www.MidnightMagicAndMentalism.com |
RCP Inner circle Two Minnie's in The Hell's Half Acre, The Republic of Texas 2183 Posts |
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On 2011-08-31 12:31, KOTAH wrote: Thanks Kotah, Much like your works a breath of fresh air and a class act. Perhaps the Café is not lost........ |
Wizard of Oz Inner circle Most people wish I didn't have 5150 Posts |
I have Fate or Freewill waiting for me in the magic room. Deliberately holding off from opening it until this weekend when I have some time...
Can't wait! Paul is as good as they come.
Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain.
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Eddie Garland Inner circle Hells Kitchen, New York City 4207 Posts |
I've owned Fate or Freewill since early on...mentioned it on the lost thread...
http://www.themagiccafe.com/forums/searc......=7193128 Paul's work is great and NOT to be missed. |
Wizard of Oz Inner circle Most people wish I didn't have 5150 Posts |
Well, I couldn't wait for the weekend as I originally planned, and opened my Fate or Freewill last night. All I can say is that Paul is so on his game with this effect. Mr. Garland's review is exactly right, and echos my feelings.
Paul has a creative background, and it shows with the care he's put into this effect. From the wax seal on the envelope to the cards themselves...it's all so well-thought out and executed. So, let's look at what you get. First, a well-designed, well-written booklet (yes...booklet...not an inexpensively-produced DVD) of instructions. This publication immediately puts you in the mood with historical content, moody graphics, suggested story lines, and detailed instructions. You get the right tools, but Paul isn't presumptuous in pushing his own presentation. He openly invites your input into the entire experience. Ironically, my favorite presentation...and the one I'll be using...is the alternative handling. It utilizes the well-designed envelope, and is better suited for a neophyte like myself, who isn't practiced on the subtitles of suggestion. Second, you get the physical stuff. Let's start with the wax seal on the envelope that contains the cards. Yes...wax seal. Okay. I'm done. I think the attention to detail has been established. Third, the envelope. I love the design Paul has used on this effect. It's crude enough to have historical merit, yet modern enough to be easily read by contemporary audiences. He was so smart in including enough information on this piece to allow for some very creative alternative forcing methods (need to be vague here). Fourth, the coin. It's thin, and light, but totally believable. It's supposed to be a valuable metal, so one would expect it to be created sparingly, and stamped thin. I love it. The design is detailed and archaic. Fifth, the cards. The texture is perfect and the designs are right where you want them to be...old enough to be mysterious, but modern enough to be relevant. They could be 10 years old and weather-worn, or centuries old and stored in a museum. In other words...just right. Sixth, the routines. I like Paul's initial instructions and story line, but for my performance style, I preferred the alternate handling which placed the initial force on a really effective use of the envelope. Paul was so smart in designing an envelope that not only looked great, but included all of the elements that tie this effect together. In other words, the envelope is your cheat sheet. You can use it to force, or as a guide for your patter...perfect. In closing...buy this. It's that simple. Paul has ramped it up on this effect, and all of the components are serving the greater good...or "bad"...depending how you present it.
Pay no attention to that man behind the curtain.
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