Beginner’s Luck:

The Creation of a New Tournament Junkie

By Monkeysystem

I like telling people about my hobby, playing blackjack tournaments. Most of my friends and coworkers listen with interest, but would probably not be interested enough to travel to play one themselves. After all, the nearest casino to my home that offers tournaments is a two hour drive away, so only the most dedicated and/or interested person would make the journey for a shot at a $1,000 first prize. My enthusiasm for blackjack tournaments must’ve been contagious enough for one of my coworkers, however, because he expressed an interest in traveling with me to try it. I eagerly brought him along.

Let’s start with introductions. My coworker is a young man of 24 who likes gambling. He’s been playing blackjack ever since he turned 21 and could legally gamble. He’s the intelligent, outgoing sort who likes bantering both at work and in the casino. But he’s respectful and polite about it. He enthusiastically informed me of all his superstitions, such as wanting to play third base so he can control the dealer’s cards. He knows they’re superstitions – he even calls them that...

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