The Deck and Book Nook - Mystic Pyramid

When I was a child, I had a destructive streak. I mainly took it out on the Magic 8 Ball. In fact, I was determined to smash that Magic 8 Ball open so I could get the little cube out and see what the liquid was made of. Needless to say, I never succeeded. Either that Magic 8 Ball was really well made or I was simply a wimp.

Luckily, I outgrew this tendency and no longer feel a need to smash toys. Good thing I did because the Mystic Pyramid (US Games ISBN-10: 1572816902) landed on my desk and I was once again staring a novelty oracle in the face.

Even if I wanted to smash this thing, there is no liquid center nor any sort of little magic cube with snappy predictive sayings inside. Instead, this pyramid shaped plastic toy is well….simply a pyramid shaped plastic toy. It’s not fancy nor mysterious looking. (Hence, it does not tempt one to smash.)

But it’s fun. Why? Instead of the scant predictions offered by the Magic 8 Ball, this contraption has over 100 different responses delivered in a somewhat spooky male voice. Instead of a simple “Yes” you may get: “Your deepest joy will shine forth.” Now we’re talking!

It’s easy to use – you just ask your question and push a button for your answer. Here’s a sample of my questions to this plastic oracle:

Q: Dear Mystic Pyramid, will I enjoy you for years to come?

Mystic Pyramid: Embark on a new path with confidence.

Q: Dear Mystic Pyramid, are you better suited for my 10 year old niece?

Mystic Pyramid: More work needs to be done.

Q: Dear Mystic Pyramid, should I bother to take you seriously

Mystic Pyramid: It may not be in the cards.

Hmmm……looks like this toy wants to stick around here but I should probably treat it like a toy instead of a serious divination tool.

Q: Dear Mystic Pyramid, what would happen if I smashed you?

Mystic Pyramid: The golden ring is within reach.

Oh, please don’t tempt me. Please.

(You can purchase the Mystic Pyramid through Amazon.com or US Games.)