GOLD is not just a magic book, it's a masterclass in creative wallet magic. Designed for magicians of all levels, this stunning 300+ page work dives deep into the practical, psychological, and theatrical aspects of the wallet, transforming a common prop into an unlimited engine of miracles.
Guillaume Botta, an accomplished French magician, shares a complete philosophy of wallet use, combining technical excellence with powerful theatrical construction. From impossible locations to mind-reading climaxes, every routine is crafted to astonish.
Whether you already own a wallet or are curious about its full potential, GOLD will inspire, equip, and elevate your magic.
Chapter Summaries:
Climax Overview: Innovative techniques to reset and structure strong endings with a wallet. Ideal for pros.
Folded Card & Impossible Locations: Theory and effects where cards travel to locked, unexpected spaces.
Routines: Each includes a detailed introduction, structure, method, performance notes, resets, and alternate handlings
Machiavel:Card-to-wallet with transparent holder climax.
The Perpetual Card:Ambitious Card meets time-travel.
The Person of Your Dreams:Signed card + spectator's name = unforgettable souvenir.
Eclipse: Sandwich routine with double transpositions.
Deluge: Visual multi-phase card dance ending in the wallet.
Collective Hallucination: One card. Three spectators. One climax.
Paradoxa, Triangle, Burton, Zumba and more - each exploring different wallet features (peek, SUC, ID case, WOW, final load).
Inspirations & Brainstorming:Conceptual gems for creating your own routines with duplicate cards, first names, delayed loads, and spectator wallets.
Peek & Wallet:Deep dive into mentalism strategies using wallets.
Bonus Chapters:The Belline Key, Blank Prediction, and "A Funny Dream" blend mentalism, scripting, and confabulation for strong, emotional reveals.
The routines in GOLD go far beyond "card-to-wallet". You'll find:
Visual transformations inside transparent cases.
Signed card appearances from zippered compartments.
Spectator's ring inside a sealed envelope in your wallet.
Sandwich effects that defy logic.
Mentalism routines predicting dreams, names, or symbols.
Story-driven plots involving time travel, dreams, or paradoxes.
Even a finale where a question mark card turns into a signed card inside a wallet.
What makes them unique? They feel spontaneous, polished, and powerful effects crafted for real-world astonishment.
Key Strengths:
Originality & Modernity: Brand-new routines and unseen concepts.
Highly Practical: Each routine is optimized for live performance, reset, and adaptability.
Accessible for All Levels: From beginner to expert, you'll find routines to learn from or instantly add to your show.
Creative Philosophy: More than tricks - you'll understand how to structure, misdirect, and emotionally connect.
Modular Use: Adaptable to many wallets, not just the JOL wallet.
Production Quality: 300+ pages, hundreds of photos, real-life performance notes.
Whether you're a strolling magician looking to expand your repertoire or a creator seeking inspiration, GOLD is your definitive source for wallet magic. It redefines how magicians use everyday objects to create miracles.
