Star Trik (The Next Revelation)

The following routine has been used in my act for many years. It is
very strong and always receives excellent reactions. It is with great
pride that I hand the workings of this fine routine over to you!

Effect

The performer hands twelve index cards to a spectator. The cards

have all twelve signs of the zodiac printed on them individually. The
cards also have four statements printed on them, and are said to be
relevant to somebody of that particular star sign.

The spectator reads aloud the four statements from the card showing
their star sign, and they are asked to comment on how accurate the
statements are to their personality.

The spectator, appearing mildly impressed with the accuracy of the

statements is then asked to shuffle through the cards and to read
aloud the four statements that are printed on any other card. The new
four statements are seen to be identical to the ones previously read,
and further study shows that all twelve cards have the exact same
statements printed on them. “This,” continues the performer, “Is
because we are all very much the same. We all have the same basic
needs and desires, for we all want to be liked, admired and respected
for just being ourselves, and this is exactly why horoscopes work.”

The performer goes on to provide a small reading for the spectator

and then amazingly reveals the exact star sign belonging to the
spectator.

Method

The method is very well hidden in the wording of the statements on

the cards. Although they read as identical, they have slight
differences in the wording which helps to build a numerical total,
and identify the correct star sign. The four statements are as
follows...
  A born survivor who cares for others.
 Can definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.
 Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it was the
last, because one day it will be.
 Get homed in on your goals and dreams, you have everything
you need to succeed.

Each of the four statements has a twin statement that although reads
identically, has a small difference. The alternate statements are as
follows...

 Born survivor who cares for others.

 Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.
 First experiences need to be cherished as if it was the last,
because one day it will be.
 Home in on your goals and dreams, you have everything you
need to succeed.

It is very easy to remember whether the statement is in its primary or

secondary version, as the first letter in all four statements are
alphabetical as described below.

 The first letter in statement one is either an A or B.

 The first letter in statement two is either a C or D.
 The first letter in statement three is either an E or F.
 The first letter in statement four is either a G or H.

The primary version of the statement is ignored when heard, and no

adding takes place! The secondary version however, calls for the
performer to mentally add up a running total. The totals to be added
are...

The value 1 if statement one is in its secondary version, the value 2

if statement two is in its secondary version, the value 4 if statement
three is in its secondary version and the value 8 if statement four is
in its secondary meaning.

The total is then matched to the below chart, and the spectator’s star
sign is known. The below chart is memorised by myself, using
simple memory techniques, but there is no reason why it couldn’t be
attached as a crib to a pad of paper, or even on the side of a marker
pen or thumb tip.

1) Capricorn
2) Aquarius
3) Pisces
4) Aries
5) Taurus
6) Gemini
7) Cancer
8) Leo
9) Virgo
10) Libra
11) Scorpio
12) Sagittarius

When performing I sit with my feet flat on the floor with my hands
resting on my thighs. This seating position allows me to use my
hands and feet as a prompt when working out the numeric value for
the statements read. My left foot is allocated with the value of 1
(statement one), my right foot is allocated with the value of 2
(statement two), my left hand is allocated with the value of 4
(statement three) and finally my right hand is allocated with the
value of 8 (statement four).

When hearing the appropriate statements from the card, I wait to see
if it is in its primary or secondary version, and then slightly raise the
appropriate hand or foot. After all four statements have been read, I
return to my hands and feet and total up the values of any that are
raised. Obviously the raising of the hands and feet are very slight
and should not be raised massively, making everything look rather
unnatural and strange.

Let’s look at an example...

The spectator is under the star sign Cancer, and reads the following
four statements.

1. Born survivor who cares for others.

2. Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.
3. First experiences need to be cherished as if it was the last, because
one day it will be.
4. Get homed in on your goals and dreams, you have everything you
need to succeed.

It can be seen that statements 1, 2 and 3 are in their secondary

version, and these values need to be added, to form the final numeric
total to reveal the spectator’s star sign. Using the aid of the body, the
performer will have slightly raised their left foot, their right foot and
their left hand. The values can then be added to identify the correct
star sign.

Left foot for statement 1= Value of 1

Right foot for statement 2= Value of 2
Left hand for statement 3= Value of 4

1+2+4=7

So the value of 7 is looked up on the star sign crib, and indeed

proves to be Cancer.

The performer then asks the spectator to shuffle the cards and to turn
to a new star sign, reading aloud its statements.

Attention is drawn to the fact that they are identical to the statements
previously read aloud.

Although the statements are all virtually identical, a little audience

management is required to ensure that the cards aren’t thoroughly
examined. This is easily achieved by ensuring that when the cards
are in the spectator’s hands you are constantly giving them new
instructions to follow. They only look when you want them to look
so to speak!

For clarity we’ll look at another full run through. The spectator is an
Aquarius and reads aloud the following statements…
1. A born survivor who cares for others.
2. Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.
3. Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it was the last,
because one day it will be.
4. Get homed in on your goals and dreams, you have everything you
need to succeed.

On this occasion, only statement number two is in its secondary

version, causing the right foot only to be raised. Totalling the value
of the right foot would equal 2, and this can be seen to be accurate as
Aquarius on the star sign list.

The spectator would then be instructed to shuffle the cards, and read
another four statements from a different card, proving that they are
all identical. Once it has been established that all of the cards hold
the same four statements then the performer would move into the
following script…

“You see the statements are all exactly the same, and that is why
horoscopes work. They draw on the fact that deep down we all have
the same needs and wants in life. We all want to be admired and
respected for just being ourselves, and few of us really want to be
remembered as just being average.

“So my advice to you is, don’t worry about what other people think,
allow them make their own choices and mistakes. You should
concentrate on your gifts and talents, and focus on how you can use
them for your benefit and the benefit of those around you. I think
you would be very good at looking out for ‘The Outcast,’ the person
that society says is different, and if you choose to develop it, one of
your finest qualities would be the ability to encourage. This is
perhaps because you fall under the sign of… (Add star sign here!)”

Added Reading Ideas

I have added a few ideas for placing into a reading for a spectator
with that particular star sign...
Scorpio is a person with a real sting in their tail. If their loved ones
are being ill-treated they are likely to lash out with vicious or
defensive words.

Aquarius has a real calming spirit, their words seem to sooth, calm
and refresh.

Pisces is a hard worker, willing to put the effort in to get upstream,

where many are satisfied to just go with the flow and be swept along
with everybody else.

Aries has the ability to break down stereotypical views that the
world perceives as fact. They don’t just believe something because
an authority figure says so!

Taurus has such inner strength, they do need to actively control their
emotions at times, or things can get messy.

Gemini is always quick to get alongside somebody in need. They

easily make lasting friendships, and pride themselves on loyalty.

Cancer is somebody that doesn’t let go of their dreams. When they

set their mind on a goal, they usually achieve it.

Leo speaks of bravery, and how that doesn’t mean the lack of fear
but quite the opposite, doing it anyway. These people will speak the
truth even if it isn’t the easiest thing to do.

Virgo is pure of heart and mind. The world will try and snuff out
their flame, so they need to be nurtured and cared for.

Libra is well balanced and they know what they want. Their at times,
outward silliness is not to be mistaken for loss of control.

Capricorn, as Aries... has the ability to break down stereotypical

views that the world perceives as fact. They don’t just believe
something because an authority figure says so!

Sagittarius is somebody who can push aside the distractions of this

life, focusing on what is truly important. They can determine just
what is needed to bring those things into the lives of themselves, and
those they care for.

Long Distance Version

I used this routine over the telephone for a local radio station. I
posted a set of the cards to the host, with instructions to not open the
package until asked to live on air. I then completed the routine as
instructed receiving a fabulous reaction.

There is a chance that they may study the cards after the show and
learn a little of its secret, but that risk is worth taking for the fantastic
response that it will certainly receive.

Note

A full layout of all of the cards is printed on the following pages.

Capricorn

Born survivor who cares for others.

Can definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it is the last,

because one day it will be.

Get homed in on your goals, you have everything you need to

succeed.

Aquarius

A born survivor who cares for others.

Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it is the last,

because one day it will be.

Get homed in on your goals, you have everything you need to

succeed.

Pisces

Born survivor who cares for others.

Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it is the last,

because one day it will be.

Get homed in on your goals, you have everything you need to

succeed.
Aries

A born survivor who cares for others.

Can definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

First experiences need to be cherished as if it is the last, because one

day it will be.

Get homed in on your goals, you have everything you need to

succeed.

Taurus

Born survivor who cares for others.

Can definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

First experiences need to be cherished as if it is the last, because one

day it will be.

Get homed in on your goals, you have everything you need to

succeed.

Gemini

A born survivor who cares for others.

Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

First experiences need to be cherished as if it is the last, because one

day it will be.

Get homed in on your goals, you have everything you need to

succeed.
Cancer

Born survivor who cares for others.

Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

First experiences need to be cherished as if it is the last, because one

day it will be.

Get homed in on your goals, you have everything you need to

succeed.

Leo

A born survivor who cares for others.

Can definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it is the last,

because one day it will be.

Home in on your goals, you have everything you need to succeed.

Virgo

Born survivor who cares for others.

Can definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it is the last,

because one day it will be.

Home in on your goals, you have everything you need to succeed.

Libra

A born survivor who cares for others.

Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it is the last,

because one day it will be.

Home in on your goals, you have everything you need to succeed.

Scorpio

Born survivor who cares for others.

Definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

Every first experience needs to be cherished as if it is the last,

because one day it will be.

Home in on your goals, you have everything you need to succeed.

Sagittarius

A born survivor who cares for others.

Can definitely see you have great potential, learn to master it.

First experiences need to be cherished as if it is the last, because one

day it will be.

Home in on your goals, you have everything you need to succeed.

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