Backlash 2011 by Kenton Knepper and Mark Townsend

“This is an invaluable technique that EVERY working mentalist should know and master. Period. It elevates a simple trick into a mindblowing experience…”

Kenton’s BACKLASH has gained recognition across various platforms, including television, radio, and live performances. It shines in intimate settings like living rooms and large venues alike.

Kenton considers BACKLASH to be on par with Kolossal Killer when he needs to deliver a stunning effect effortlessly to impress key individuals. You’ll understand why once you delve into the intricacies of this unforgettable piece.

The appeal of Backlash lies in its ability to create a genuine event, making it feel less like a trick and more like a shared experience. The performer appears to take a backseat, allowing the audience to steer the outcome.

Effect:

A spectator selects or writes down a card that remains unseen by others. Random audience members are chosen by tossing a plush toy, with each person’s color, number, or suit hinting at the spectator’s card.

Ultimately, the collective input from these random spectators reveals the hidden card, creating a moment of true audience synchronicity.

As a surprising twist, the plush toy is found to contain a piece of paper with the thought-of card written on it—proof of the extraordinary connection!

No description can capture the essence of BACKLASH. It is an experience that lingers in the minds of audiences long after other tricks fade away. The notion that a random group can unveil a card locked in someone’s mind is simply astonishing.

MORE THAN CARDS…

BACKLASH encompasses principles that can be applied to book tests, drawing duplications, ESP card revelations, and more, opening up countless possibilities in mentalism.

Main Features:

• Random individuals or cuts from the deck determine the hidden card.

• The process is entirely free and spontaneous, with no stooges or gimmicked decks involved.

• The deck can be shuffled at any time during the performance, as per audience requests.

• The performer adopts a “hands-off” approach, allowing the audience to handle cards and make choices independently.

The intrigue of Backlash stems from its “I do nothing, you do it all” presentation. Phrases like “This is completely in your hands…” or “This is entirely in your minds” enhance the experience.

* After the astonishing revelation of the thought-of card, an additional surprise has been present among the audience all along!

Close-Up and Personal

Backlash can be performed for individuals or small groups, allowing for personalized readings throughout the revelation.

While mastering Backlash requires some mental practice, the process is enjoyable and straightforward. By the end of this booklet, you’ll be ready to perform Backlash with just a bit of additional practice beyond your usual skills.

BACKLASH 2011 showcases the full stage effect as performed by MARK TOWNSEND, along with a readings version by PABLO AMIRA.

You’ll find comprehensive insights, techniques, and various presentations from Kenton Knepper and Mark Townsend, who have captivated audiences for years with Backlash.

Backlash is clever, deceptive, and unlike anything most audiences have encountered. Utilizing only fundamental techniques, it is Kenton’s unique concepts that render Backlash truly exceptional. Master these principles, and you’ll create miracles that feel entirely authentic!

(Explore a simplified version of Backlash in Wonder Words Volume Two. This ebook elevates the core idea of Wonder Words, revealing the full story that has built reputations for Backlash performers worldwide.)

Available immediately in PDF format, this concise guide spans over 30 pages, ensuring you quickly become proficient in Backlash and its applications.

If you’re looking to make a lasting impression while appearing completely genuine, BACKLASH 2011 is your solution.

“It’s perfect. I can use it nearly directly to get across one of the magical ideas I had been trying to figure out how to express…my jaw dropped…so much real synchronicity…”

“I just checked this out, and it’s BRILLIANT. But what’s scary is that I was (quite literally) just thinking about whether one could take mentalist effects in a certain dramatic direction… and this effect provided a resounding YES. Talk about spooky!”

“Backlash is pure evil! The happy inside, giddy kind of evil. Thanks!”

“It’s phenomenal…I spent all night dreaming up routines because of it.”

“Just read Backlash 2011. Another work of pure Kenton genius! I will be starting to use this tomorrow as my head is swirling with possibilities…”

“This eBook doesn’t really need a review. It IS just great. Not just the effects, but the PRINCIPLES BEHIND. The book test is really worth the price. This may sound weird, but behind this effect lives incredible principles that can change the perspective of a performance. A paradigm shift?”