Visible Vampire Block (1 of 12) by Hocus Pocus

The Escaping Vampire (or Vampire Block or Vampire Die or Visible Vampire as this type of block penetration is often known as today) was created by Ben Wallace c. 1945.

This beauty was built in 2020 specially for Hocus Pocus in a limited edition of just 12 units by a good friend and craftsmen.  It is a real beauty and works perfectly.  The tower is sturdy and interesting, the block is heavy and solid with a strong brass chain, and the spike is also hefty and memorable.

The tube is a little taller than many  versions (e.g. Homer Hudson’s) which I prefer because it aids in hiding the method. Also, when looking for versions of this effect you should always seek one with a chain or cord to pull the block out, as they are normally the most visual and are easiest to perform.

This is very convincing version of the vampire block illusion and I hope to track down more items from this craftsman.

Effect: A Vampire, symbolized by a block with a bat on the front and back, is lowered into his tomb, which is a wooden tube, also with a hole that corresponds to the one in the block. A metal stake, which is shown to be solid, is passed through the holes. With no false moves, you grasp a chain fastened to the top of the block and slowly pull the block up through the rod, and thus the Vampire makes its escape.

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