Proposes a cognitive model explaining belief formation and collapse in magic, indicating how misdirection shapes experiences.
This paper proposes a cognitive model of magic based on belief formation and collapse. It introduces a three-layer structure (State, Operation, Constraint) and defines misdirection as the generation of false belief. The framework provides a systematic method for designing magical experiences.
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