Ian Pidgeon's Magic Spider Pro-Pack - Trick by Murphy's Magic Supplies, Inc.

blends the viewer's body with computer-generated imagery, creating an exceptionally realistic form of augmented reality

• App Presentation: I introduce this as a novel smartphone app (sold separately) that merges the spectator's body with computer-generated images, creating an incredibly realistic form of augmented reality
• Hand Preparation: I ask the spectator to extend their hand, secretly placing a plastic spider on the back of their hand, then position the phone on their palm to introduce Boris
• Realistic Animation: The animation and shadowing make it appear as if the spider is genuinely crawling across their hand
• Tactile Experience: The spectator can feel Boris move due to the phone's vibrator
• Interactive Encounters: Boris pauses midway, and the magician encourages him to continue by gently poking him
• Interactive Demonstration: I show how Boris can be interacted with by sliding my finger under the phone to stroke his back
• Illusion of Proximity: Boris seems to be realistically positioned between the phone and their hand
• Impossibility in Reality: This effect is impossible to achieve in real life
• Safety Consideration: Using a real, poisonous spider would be too dangerous
• Compatibility Note: The app is sold separately and is not compatible with Google Pixel phones or Android 13 and 14