V2 (Expanded Edition) by Manos Kartsakis – The Ultimate Propless “Which Hand” System

V2 (Expanded Edition) by Manos Kartsakis is a powerful and refined collection of propless mentalism routines centered around the classic “Which Hand” plot. This expanded edition introduces new methods, additional routines, and deeper thinking—making it one of the most versatile approaches to this premise available today.

Pure Mentalism – No Props, No Gimmicks

Designed for real-world performance, V2 (Expanded Edition) delivers clean, direct, and highly deceptive routines that require:

• No gimmicks
• No electronics
• No props (or minimal everyday objects)
• Clear and logical audience experience

Manos Kartsakis focuses on eliminating the “puzzle feeling,” creating effects that feel like genuine demonstrations of intuition and mind reading.

Core Effects & Routines

V2 (Expanded Edition) includes multiple variations of the “Which Hand” effect, each using different methods and presentations:

• Veritas – Only one question is asked, yet the performer always knows where the object is
• Vox – A zero-question approach where everything happens in the spectator’s mind
• Vox 2.0 – An enhanced version where even the spectator’s focus becomes the key
• Verbalist – A two-spectator routine involving truth-teller and liar dynamics
• Verbalist 2.0 – A streamlined version requiring fewer questions
• Vice Versa – A multi-phase routine ideal for stage and cabaret

New Highlights in the Expanded Edition

• Velvet – A standout routine combining influence, prediction, and multiple free choices, culminating in a precise written prediction
• Memento (Bonus Routine) – A deeply emotional piece involving intuition, names, and a powerful final revelation with a personal object

Performance Impact

The routines in V2 (Expanded Edition) are designed to:

• Be easy to follow for spectators
• Feel fair and impossible
• Avoid confusion or procedural complexity
• Deliver consistent, strong reactions

This makes the material suitable for close-up, parlor, and stage settings alike.

Praise from the Community

Top performers have praised the work:

• Ken Dyne highlights its invisible structure
• Marc Spelmann praises its clarity and usability
• Luca Volpe calls it a clever and practical approach to modern mentalism

Book Details

• Softcover edition
• 80 pages
• Expanded and updated content
• Includes access to bonus material

Why This Book Stands Out

V2 (Expanded Edition) is not just a collection of variations—it is a complete system for performing propless mentalism based on the “Which Hand” premise. It offers multiple methods, allowing performers to adapt the material to different audiences and performance styles.