This is one of those manuscripts that initially sounds much less impressive than it actually is. ‘Two-person code act’ doesn’t exactly scream freshness in 2026. Then you read it; it’s excellent. The best work on coding that I’ve ever read in fact. What Hoffmann has done is take the old Second Sight structure and aggressively simplify the part that normally kills these things dead: usability. In practice, it’s surprisingly lean. The real strength here is that the performers barely need to move. No fishing. No procedural language. No obvious cueing. No “Please hand me the object in your left hand while I casually clear my throat seventeen times.”

The standout idea is probably the emotional framing. Hoffmann repeatedly positions the act less as coded communication and more as evidence of genuine connection between two people. Husband and wife. Long-time partners. Two people who simply seem to know what the other is thinking. That is a much stronger premise than ‘look at our signalling system’.

I also liked how practical the whole thing feels. The manuscript spends a lot of time reducing memory strain and real-world failure points. You get the sense this came from performance rather than theory. The extension ideas are good too. Countries, films, brands, fictional characters, objects. It doesn’t need to stay a ‘celebrity’ act.

Very usable. Very adaptable. Very clever. If you want a silent, low-tech system that delivers pure, heavy mentalism under any working conditions, buy this immediately.

This is an amazing and easy to learn system for invisible telepathy between you and your partner. It allows for building endless routines. A spectator gets to openly choose an item or name from a list of dozens and instantly your partner will know. I wish I had this years ago as it is so diabolical and Impossible.

Thank you, Paul, in advance for recreating this Code Act routine. It is exceptionally well thought out, commercial, and highly engaging for modern audiences. The method is clever, practical, and feels incredibly relevant in today’s tech-driven world. What stands out most is how seamlessly the routine blends mystery with an everyday object, creating a strong sense of impossibility while remaining easy to follow for spectators. The structure is clean, deceptive, and built for real-world performance. Highly recommended for any mentalist looking to add a contemporary, powerful piece to their repertoire.

What I appreciate most is how flexible and reliable the system is, it delivers powerful and consistent results. With a bit of practice, it becomes second nature and opens up a wide range of performance possibilities. This is a fantastic tool for any mentalist looking to elevate their act with strong, deceptive, and highly entertaining material. Highly recommended!