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What is a Poker Purist?
The term “poker purist,” is a somewhat difficult term to
explain. Most purists have extreme knowledge of poker terms and etiquette. They
are respectful to their opponents and follow the rules of the game explicitly.
Poker purists are wary of new players. They scrutinize a
player’s skill over the long term and don’t praise them just because they’ve
won a few tournaments. They usually prefer playing with quiet players over
those who are noisy, mouth and boisterous; annoying personalities driver poker
purists crazy. They dislike the attention given to celebrity players while some
of the world’s leading players are ignored because they lack exposure to the
media.
Poker purists mock players that wear sunglasses while
playing and have an intense dislike for those who talk on their cell phones or
listen to music. Purists love the game of poker and never want to play with a
“wild card.”
Most beginning poker players are exposed to the game through
televised poker tournaments. They seem to think that acting like a fool at the
table is cool. For some reason, they don’t realize such actions are socially
unacceptable. The poker television shows are encouraging such antics and this
sends the wrong message to new players.
A professional poker player puts on a “poker face” when
playing. No matter whether he wins or loses, his expression is always the same.
If he loses, he shakes hands with the victor and wishes him well. That’s
definitely a class act that is the sign of an experienced and top-notch poker
player.
Poker purists are sticklers for poker etiquette. Though
they’re willing to put up with mistakes from beginners, they’re adamant that
all rules be followed. They dislike slow rolling, bets being made out of turn,
string bets, splashing the pot and discussions about a hand while it is being
played. These are things that annoy other players. Though players new to poker
may make these mistakes unknowingly, it is infuriating to a poker purist when
an experienced player pulls these stunts out of laziness. These types of
players are extremely annoying to others because they are not concentrating or
paying attention to the game and there behavior is extremely disruptive.
Nothing infuriates poker purists more than players who
discuss the hand that’s currently being played. These people will only put up
with so much before they speak to the dealer and you will be immediately told
to stop. Discussing the hand that is currently being played is against the
rules and if you continue after being warned, you can lose your spot in the
game.
Another disturbing factor at a poker table is players who
make abusive comments to their opponents. Some players have been belittled so
badly they’ve had to leave the table. This is definitely not called for. When a
player becomes frustrated, he should have the sense to leave the table for a
few minutes while he calms himself. Being a good poker player means exhibiting
self control at all times.
In poker, treat other players as you’d wish to be treated.
Have respect for your opponents, follow the rules and always use proper poker
etiquette. If you don’t know poker etiquette, study it before playing. These
qualities will take you far when playing any poker game, including online play.
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