Full Sail's mascot representation: How it builds a sense of community within the school

Full Sail University, a private for-profit institution located in Winter Park, Florida, has a rich tradition of unique and captivating mascot representation. The university's mascot, known as "Stormy," plays a significant role in fostering a sense of camaraderie and school spirit among the Full Sail community. Stormy, a charismatic pirate, embodies the adventurous spirit of Full Sail University. With a colorful attire consisting of a pirate hat, eyepatch, and flowing cape, Stormy captures the essence of the university's commitment to creativity and innovation. The choice of a pirate as the mascot is a clever nod to Full Sail's focus on entertainment and media industries, where pirates are often associated with rebelliousness and non-conformity. One of the main objectives of having a mascot at Full Sail is to create a lively and engaging atmosphere during sporting events, concerts, and other campus activities.

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One of the main objectives of having a mascot at Full Sail is to create a lively and engaging atmosphere during sporting events, concerts, and other campus activities. Stormy does an impressive job of achieving this goal by interacting with students, faculty, and visitors alike. Whether it's during halftime performances, cheerleading routines, or impromptu dance-offs, Stormy's lively and energetic presence never fails to bring a smile to people's faces.

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I own CC1 and I'd only recommend it to you if you are a beginner or new to card magic. I purchased it in my first year of card magic so I assume that is when most people should get it. If you've been doing magic for more than a few years I'd suggest an Ammar video of a daryl one like david ranalli said.

Crash Course 1 teaches sleight of hand that incorporates into card tricks with a mind reading flavor. It's a video recommended for beginners and intermediate users. If you like tricks that goes on somehow mind reading then get it. This video revolutionizes those old "pick-a-card" tricks. It sticks on the priciple simple magic hits hard.

If you like sleight-full-knuckle-busting magic videos, then I suggest you get another video.

The thing I like about Brad Christian, is his low-key style. He is unlike Blaine, but still in the "today" mode that does not scream "magician" at you.

A lot of "in your face" magicians have spoiled it for many of us, in the past. I was guilty of trying to adopt that style (the wise-guy approach), and found it does not work for me. I have nothing against Greg Wilson, mind you, he is brilliant. but that is the persona I'm talking about. It works well for him, though.

Brad, on the other hand teaches in a way that, really feels right. Watch the reactions of the people he performs for, I mean, really watch their eyes. impressive. The guy seems be a natural at it, and women seem to like watching his magic. That has previously been a problem for me. My girlfriend pointed this out to me, in a rather brutal way.

I have since watched every Brad Christian video I have, over again. I am very thankful my girlfriend was so blunt. It changed my thinking.

Go with Daryl or Gregory Wilson. Start off with Daryl for the basics, when you master them, go with Gregory Wilson's video Card Stunts.

I really have no problems with Brad. I own CC1, Street Magic, Ambitous Card, Ninja-1, Ninja-2, and Kard Klub from ellusionist and they are all done really well. I think Brad appeals to a lot of people because when you watch someone like david blaine on tv its like "what are the odds of running into a guy like THAT on the street". Brad should remind you of your average guy walking up to you and then blow you away with his effects.

. just my 2/100 of a $.

. just my 2/100 of a $.

yeah there prices are so freakin high!

Crash Course 1 was one of the first DVD's that I purchased reguarding card magic. Brad teaches the moves wonderfully, and the effects are pretty basic. However, I found it a bit overpriced and felt Born To Perform from Oz Pearlman was more helpful. If you are strictly visual, I would go with BTP, but if you wouldn't mind learning from books, the bible of card magic is Royal Road to Card Magic. You will learn a lot from the book itself, more than these two DVD's combined.

On 2004-08-08 11:28, Dougini wrote:
The thing I like about Brad Christian, is his low-key style. He is unlike Blaine, but still in the "today" mode that does not scream "magician" at you.

A lot of "in your face" magicians have spoiled it for many of us, in the past. I was guilty of trying to adopt that style (the wise-guy approach), and found it does not work for me. I have nothing against Greg Wilson, mind you, he is brilliant. but that is the persona I'm talking about. It works well for him, though.

Brad, on the other hand teaches in a way that, really feels right. Watch the reactions of the people he performs for, I mean, really watch their eyes. impressive. The guy seems be a natural at it, and women seem to like watching his magic. That has previously been a problem for me. My girlfriend pointed this out to me, in a rather brutal way.

I have since watched every Brad Christian video I have, over again. I am very thankful my girlfriend was so blunt. It changed my thinking.

I agree with you. And while I probably will not buy any of his videos, in watching his video trailers, I was impressed both with his demeanor/persona/energy and with his money-back guarantee on most items he sells.

Other people will have to address the impact of the effects he teaches and whether or not the prices are too high.

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I would highly recommend Crash Course 1 to anyone who is a beginning to intermediate card worker. I would venture to say almost anyone would pick up something off this tape even if they won't admit it. I personally have all the Ellusionist videos and have watched them repeatedly as they are among my favorite and I like Mr. Christian's teaching style and find it very easy to learn from him. He also takes the time to teach some presentation and style which is what really makes the magic. I've had a few of the Daryl card video's over the years and I was not very impressed, though his Rope Magic Vol. 2 is great, but for the most part his teaching style just never worked well with me. I'm also a big Ammar fan though I've never seen his any of his card videos, and you can never go wrong with The Commercial Classic's of Magic by Johnny Thompson. I agree completely with what Doug said he really hit the nail on the head as well as dynamiteassasin "It sticks on the principle simple magic hits hard. "

Crash Course 1 was one of the very first DVDs that I purchased. It is a great foundation for magicians looking to learn the basics of card magic. Brad teaches the material on the DVD very well, and has some classic effects that every cardician should know (Here Then There, Heat, etc.). Some other things that will help you get up and running in card magic are:

-Royal Road To Card Magic (book)
-Born To Perform (DVD)
-Daryl's Encyclopedia of Card Magic Set (DVD)
-Card College Series Set 1-5 (book)

These things will turn you from beginner to intermediate if studied thoroughly. I hope this helps you out!

That's a great list you have!

I agree, for the begineer CC1/2 is great!

The price however does seem a bit high.

Actually Royal Road To Card Magic & Crash Course I would compliment each other quite well. As for the pricing. yeah you may spend a few dollars more but you are also getting much more than a video in return.

I own a few videos outside of my Ellusionist collection and hands down "E" has the best quality that I have seen so far. And then there are the forums which provide a place for folks to learn, exchange ideas, and to help each other out. Ellusionist provides a restricted forum for each of its videos where the effects can be discussed freely without fear of exposure.

The Team also cares about its members and the moderators are there day and night to offer help and advice as are it Elite Members. The Team is also selective of the effects they include in their videos and the items they sell in their store. They are also working on some nice projects that are sure to please.

And yeah, on the surface Ellusionist may seem like it emulates David Blaine, T.H.E.M., and Guerilla type magic but I assure that this is only on the surface. A lot of the members have their own style and range from close-up, to Mentalism, to Stage, and if you include myself. Bizarre.

A friend let me borrow "Learn To Perform Street Magic" & "Kardclub", as I let him borrow a couple of my tapes as well. Anyway I'm not sure how much they cost, but I do like Brad's Low-Key, but ethusiastic style of teaching. Doing Magic now for 13 years I already knew the stuff, but I like his teaching style. I know a lot of people dislike him. I agree he does play off of Blaine, and has re-named tricks. That I don't like. In the videos I saw he has started giving credit where credit is due which I hear he didn't do earlier on. I can see how the younger kids could be drawn to him, and his teaching style. He doesn't talk down to you, or patronize you. He seems genuine to me at least. The models in the Kardclub tape I thought was a little cheesy. What I like in that tape, is that it's like a classroom setting, and he shows you what people do good, or could do better. I wish other Magicians did that on tapes. Like everyone has said, if you are a beginner GET THEM, but if you are advanced, you'll already I'm sure know the stuff.

I haven't seen much of Darly's stuff except for the A-1 All Stars tapes, so I can't judge. I here he is one of the best. For a beginner who wants high-impact tricks by a pro, with good tape quality I reccomend Michael Ammar's "Easy To Master Card Miracles" anyday. Just my two cents, Ed, (Eddini).

Crash`course 1 is the perfect starting DVD but not very reccommended to advanced magicians. The content is more than enough for beginners but too little for the more experianced.

This was one of my first dvds. I briefly viewed my friend's Born to Perform and I really disliked it. I like how Crash Course teaches you a few things (shuffle, dl, false shuffle) and then teaches you a trick to utilize what you have just learned. I think they have really good camera angles and I also enjoyed Brad's dl. I really don't use it, but he gives you a way to do a dl that really can not fail if you are a beginner. I think this sells for $25.00 now and while not an amazing value, it is a decent starting point.

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Moreover, Stormy also serves as a symbolic representation of the tight-knit Full Sail community. The university takes great pride in its inclusive and supportive environment, where students are encouraged to embrace their individuality and explore their passions. By seeing Stormy's resilience and determination, students are inspired to overcome obstacles and take risks in their creative endeavors. In addition to live performances during campus events, Stormy also makes regular appearances on Full Sail's social media platforms, further extending the mascot's reach to a global audience. Whether it's through funny videos, inspirational messages, or behind-the-scenes glimpses, Stormy's digital presence helps foster a sense of connection and pride among Full Sail alumni and current students. In conclusion, Full Sail University's mascot representation, in the form of Stormy the pirate, not only adds excitement and energy to campus events but also represents the university's values of creativity, innovation, and inclusivity. Stormy's charismatic personality and engaging presence serve as a symbol of the Full Sail community's spirit and passion for the arts, making the mascot a beloved figure among students, faculty, and alumni alike..

Reviews for "Full Sail's mascot representation: The impact on the local community and beyond"

1. Jen - 2/5 stars - I was really disappointed with the mascot representation at Full Sail. It was just a guy in a generic, unoriginal costumes that didn't even represent our school spirit. The mascot lacked energy and creativity, and it was hard to even tell what it was supposed to be. I was hoping for a unique and memorable mascot experience, but this was definitely not it.

2. Mark - 1/5 stars - The mascot at Full Sail was a major letdown. It seemed like they just threw together a random costume without any thought or effort. It didn't capture the essence of our school or create any excitement. Plus, the person inside the costume didn't even interact with the crowd or promote school spirit. Overall, it was a complete disappointment and didn't add anything positive to our events.

3. Emily - 2/5 stars - I was really hoping for a fun and engaging mascot at Full Sail, but what we got was underwhelming. The costume itself was poorly made and looked cheap. It was hard to even tell what it was supposed to represent. The lack of interaction with the crowd was also disappointing. I expected the mascot to be lively and energetic, but instead, it was just a silent figure walking around aimlessly. It definitely didn't do justice to our school's spirit and enthusiasm.

4. Mike - 1/5 stars - The mascot at Full Sail was honestly embarrassing. It looked like someone had thrown together a costume at the last minute without much thought. It didn't capture the excitement and energy that a good mascot should bring to events. The person inside the mascot didn't seem enthusiastic or engaged with the crowd. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity to enhance our school's spirit and create memorable experiences.

Full Sail's mascot representation: An integral part of the school's brand identity