{"product_id":"mentalism-cubed-by-mark-strivings-1","title":"Mentalism Cubed by Mark Strivings","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbout fifteen years ago, I decided to dive headfirst into the myriad possibilities of a ridiculously simple set of props. Mentalism had been my jam for ages, and the deeper I went, the more I was floored by the sheer number of brilliant concepts these unassuming props could facilitate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat really tickled my fancy was the fact that there were a ton of opportunities right there with just these props and absolutely nothing else. It’s akin to how card enthusiasts get all giddy over a standard deck of playing cards—only these props are way simpler. Honestly, you can pull off some serious mentalism with just one of these little beauties and nothing else.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHere’s the kicker: doing mentalism with these gems involves close to zero sleight of hand whatsoever.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey’re compact. You can pop them in your pocket without a second thought.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey’re instantly recognisable. Everyone's rolled a few at some point.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo need to explain what they are or how they’re used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey’re practically indestructible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd they’re easy to find without breaking the bank. Right now, I can think of at least seven shops within a half-mile radius where I could grab what I need for under three quid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou’ve probably guessed it... \u003cstrong\u003eDice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThat’s right, plain old, garden-variety, ‘nothing to see here’ dice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow me to introduce you to... \u003cstrong\u003eMentalism Cubed by Mark Strivings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an entire volume dedicated to performing mentalism with regular dice. In fact, a hefty chunk of the book focuses solely on these little cubes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Mentalism Cubed is a remarkable contribution to our art. With 200+ pages of pure gold, Mark Strivings has created something truly special—an entire book dedicated to mentalism with one of the simplest, most overlooked everyday props: regular dice. There's been very little material focused solely on this, and now Mark has brought it to us. The sheer number of effects and ideas is frankly overwhelming. I was hooked within the first 10 pages! If you perform, you need this book.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eLooch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet’s get to the nitty-gritty. In these pages, you’ll find - FIFTEEN chapters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e134 individual effects\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e279 entries in the bibliography\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNames like Maven, Goldstein, James, de Courcy, Gravatt, Gardner, Becker, Annemann, Corinda, Rutledge, Elsmley, Fulves, Yates, Hummer, Sellers, Elliott, Trost, Hallas, Rosini... and several contributions from yours truly (eleven pieces, to be precise).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd many, many more.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlso included is an entire chapter from the Dice Man himself, Michael Breggar.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll of this in over 200 full-size 8.5\" X 11\" pages, perfectly bound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"This is the ultimate book in the subject that you will ever need! Mark has done an incredible work in giving you powerful routines and ideas using this simple but powerful tool! If you were looking for dice mentalism routines, look no further!\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003eLuca Volpe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs mentioned, most of this work comprises material using standard dice, just like you’d have in any board game, or at a gambling table.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd to give you an idea of the vastness of the content in this tome, there are over FIFTY pieces in here that use anywhere from one to six dice (one or two cases even use more), and absolutely NOTHING ELSE. So, if you’ve got a couple of dice stashed in your pocket, you could potentially perform a whole set with just those and be golden in terms of mentalism.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are routines for multiple three-phase effects using just a single die—seriously, just one die. The same goes for two dice, three dice, and even four dice. I know this because I’ve done it, and it all packs a punch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd a simple pad of paper and a writing implement, and the possibilities explode.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd don’t even get me started on the magic you can create using dice alongside a deck of playing cards. Yes, there’s a whole chapter of killer mentalism involving a deck of cards (14 items) and a couple of dice. But that’s barely scratching the surface.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\"Too many performers today act as if dice were invented for one purpose: to house electronics. That's why I'm looking forward to digging into all of the overlooked plots and clever analog methods collected in this resource.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003eNeil Tobin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot a single gaffed die in sight. Each die is exactly what you’ve been using your whole life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo sleight of hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd it’s ALL mentalism. No stacking dice (except when your assistant does it for you!). No dice magically growing, shrinking, vanishing, or appearing. They don’t change colour or zip invisibly from one spot to another. This is 100% mentalism, employing the most innocent of tools: good old dice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaster the material in these pages, and you’ll be set for almost any social gathering where you can borrow a pair of dice. You’re sorted!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep a pair on you, and you’re always equipped.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStash a pair in your close-up case, and you'll have both top-notch material and emergency backup tricks in case things go sideways—all with the same props.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is there any sleight of hand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. None, with one exception, and it’s just a finger palm that doesn’t even go anywhere. It’s a piece of cake. If you read the book, you’ll see what I mean.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Are there any special dice used in these effects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. None. Every die from cover to cover is 100% regular.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Is there any math involved?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. Yes, but before you run off screaming into the night, let’s chat about this. Dice are inherently linked to maths. If you roll a pair of dice, you’ll inevitably need to add the top two numbers together for a total. The majority of the maths in these pages is basic stuff, using numbers from one to six. When dealing with such a tiny sample size, things tend to repeat. So even if you think that might be a sticking point, trust me, it’s manageable. And if you’re not the math whiz of the century (I know I’m not, and I can handle it), there’s plenty of material in here that doesn’t require any maths at all.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Are there any ‘special’ devices needed for anything?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. Nope. Well, that’s not entirely true. There are a couple of pieces that require a swami writer. But that’s about it. At most, you’ll need a pad and something to write with. Maybe a deck (or just a few) of playing cards. Perhaps a business card or two. Maybe a few envelopes. You likely have everything you need to tackle just about every piece in this entire tome right now.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Will any dice work for these effects?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. There are a couple of effects for which it’s best to use casino-style dice, which have nice sharp corners. Others work better with rounded corners, like many board game dice. But apart from those few cases, literally any dice you can get your hands on will work like a charm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Are there any size restrictions on the dice used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. None. 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