50 bucks to guess

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Why it worked

The creator uses a common engagement tactic of posing a riddle with a monetary incentive, combined with a visually intriguing subject matter (medical forensics) and a distinctive personal style (blue hair, piercings) to capture viewer attention and encourage participation.

Summary

A forensic pathologist with blue hair presents a sealed box containing a medical instrument, challenging viewers to guess what it is. He hints that it's used for collecting evidence and has a glassy component, encouraging guesses in the comments.

Structure

1Introduction and challenge to guess the item
2Description of the item's packaging and hints
3Exclusion of medical professionals from guessing
4Call to action for viewers to comment their guesses

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Transcript

50 bucks to guess what this is. Obviously it's been cut open. It has a sealed polystyrene lid and comes as a sealed box. We will cut something out of it and then put something back in. Sounds glassy. Who can guess this correctly? Medical forensics, please do not answer. Let's see how smart you guys are.