- Skill Level: Are you comfortable with the tournament rules?
- Pacing: Tournament play moves faster than casual games—are you able to finish 4 games within 50 minutes?
- Mental Stamina: You may play multiple rounds or even multi‑day formats; plan breaks and stay hydrated.
- Etiquette: Familiarize yourself with polite table behavior—no talking about live hands, timely discards, and respectful score disputes.
