Some, after witnessing instances of apparent levitation, are convinced the magicians/illusionists are somehow supernaturally/demonically empowered. This is highly likely not the case. The vast majority of a magician’s levitation tricks rely on variations of a few themes. As in all magic tricks, misdirection and confusion are crucial to the illusion of levitation. Also, illusionists may use wires, hidden support beams, specialized lighting, or body angles to obscure what is happening. It’s also common for magic shows to use a plant—an assistant pretending to be an audience member—to help sell the illusion. Modern technology goes a long way to aiding the success of magic tricks. Cameras, modern lighting, steel cables, and computer-controlled devices have enabled more elaborate deceptions.