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Originally Posted by DryAngel
Apologies if this has already been asked and answered (could not find it in the threads in my search).
I am considering taking a few shots @ 5/T at MDL. My friend warned me that it is filled with folks who are staked by a few people and they tend to wait for the few rich fishes. I am just playing for fun (and for the side-income) so I do not want to end up in a game where staked horses/teams have an unfair advantage.
He also advised me to take up 2-2 PLO instead as it was safer. Thoughts?
If I am being paranoid, can someone who plays 5/T give some pointers on how it plays vs 2/5?
Thank you!
The reason you couldn't find anything on this is because you are indeed being paranoid. Many people from a wide variety of backgrounds play the 5/T game, some good, some bad. Because the swings can be big some people are backed for that game but they are in no way teaming up to get at rich fish IMO.
As for how it plays vs 2/5, like any other increase in stakes, expect an increase in skill and aggression overall. But it will vary from table to table.
2/2 can also be fun to play. I have played it far less often than any other game at MDL though so I don't want to comment on it's, "safety." I'd guess it is just as safe as any other game though.