The SengSo Metallic Evil Eyes Ivy Cube is a modification of the Ivy family, which in turn is based on the Skewb mechanism. Instead of the straight faces of the classic Ivy Cube, here the design adopts a striking metallic finish called "Evil Eyes", giving it a more aggressive, visually marked look. It is one of those pieces that catches the eye at first glance, thanks both to the shape and to the finish's shine.

It works on the Skewb principle: turns happen around the corners, forcing you to change the usual way of thinking about sequences compared with a traditional cube. As an Ivy, it has fewer moving parts than a Skewb and a somewhat easier solution, although the shape modification and the metallic finish add a visual element that misleads when reading the state of the cube, especially in early sessions.

Its measurements are 58.5 x 58.5 x 58.5 mm with a weight of around 98 grams, in line with what is expected for this type of mod. It is a non-magnetic cube with a smooth, well-adjusted turning mechanism by SengSo, a brand that has specialised in this kind of piece beyond the classic WCA cubes. Its difficulty level sits around 3 out of 5, which places it within reach of hobbyists with some experience.

It fits well for shape mod collectors and hobbyists who already have the usual cubes solved and want something different on the table. It also works as an interesting gift for someone already familiar with the Skewb or the Ivy who would like a variant with more visual presence. It is a piece that is enjoyed both while being solved and while on display.

To solve it, if you have never used an Ivy Cube it is worth getting used to the movement of the corners first, which is what sets it apart from the usual cubes. Many hobbyists come to the Ivy after trying the Skewb and take advantage of the fact that much of the intuition is transferable. With the Evil Eyes finish, the challenge also adds a small visual extra that makes the learning more entertaining.

• Ivy Cube-type modification (Skewb variant)
• Metallic Evil Eyes stickerless finish
• Measures 58.5 mm and around 98 g
• Non-magnetic mechanism with smooth turning
• Intermediate difficulty (3/5)
• Manufacturer reference SSMY03

• Ivy Cube-type shape mod (Skewb variant)
• SengSo brand (ShengShou)
• Metallic Evil Eyes stickerless finish
• Measures 58.5 x 58.5 x 58.5 mm, 98 g
• Non-magnetic
• Difficulty 3/5