I'm really quitting the game this time. I have to get into grad school, finish additional levels in my CFA exams, and spend more time with the people I love in RL. After repeated failures, I figured that the best way to quit was to give away my paid account for free to someone on LP.
I have 2 conditions:
1. I'd like to give it away to someone who's not completely new to HoN/DoTA, because this game has an insane learning curve and some of you may become too disgusted to continue playing.
2. I don't want to give it away to someone who's completely random to me.
Additionally, I don't mind giving away this account to someone who's already playing HoN because I've immensely enjoyed playing with all of you from LP, and I think a lot of you wouldn't mind having a second account to screw around with.
There's a name change option that I've purchased with in-game coins, so you can change the account name to whatever you desire once you've won the account from me.
Leave a comment in this blog and I'll pick out the names I recognize, assign numbers to your name and do a random roll during a final log-in to the HoN client for the winner, to whom I will PM the account information.
Stars shares for the 'daily bigs'by MTT-DESTROYER, April 22
Hi, stars have renamed some of their usual daily mtt's into 'the daily bigs' and if you play 3 of them of the same value you receive a free scoop ticket for the same value as well. (e.g play 3 x $11 get an $11 scoop ticket).
They are:
$11 50k
$22 25k
$55 100k
$109 50k
Total per day = $197
Total for 3 days = $591
I'm looking to sell 30% of my action for which you get 30% of any returns, plus you get the added bonus of 30% in the four Scoop events I will play with the tickets earnt from this promotion, a lot of VALUE! I am 25k in profit from mtt's and I am very comfortable playing these limits.
I have sold shares before to OjKa and I sent back any money we had left, i'm sure he can confirm this if required.
I'm at a stage in life where poker makes Zero sense to play.
1) I have a job which gives me great career options going forward and is a constantly challenging learning process. Any extra work I put into learning extra skills and industry knowledge/standards translates to huge long term +EV.
2) I have an investment portfolio that has a much greater long term EV return for time invested (i.e. keeping track of the markets, reading business and economic news every day, studying financials and business propositions of public corporations, etc) than can ever realistically give me for the same number of hours committed. Even if I make GREAT money at poker per year, the per hour return compounded over many decades will definitely lose out to equivalent commitment to investing disciplines.
3) I have a number of pursuits that give me great joy and are healthy pastimes (random coding projects, the odd blogging activity, yardwork -loliknow-, gym ratting, etc.).
The upsides Poker gave me were
a) Monetary gains - countered by points (1) and (2) above.
b) Enjoyment - countered by point (3) above.
c) Meeting people - irreplaceable, but at this point I don't feel the need to actually play the game to sustain or grow this aspect.
I still get mild to strong urges to play Poker again. It's unmistakably a fun game for me to play. But my enjoyment is correlated to winning, and winning tends to be a long term result. Long term means I need to commit many hours to make sure I win, and in turn enjoy the activity.
The dots just don't connect for me anymore, so I try my best to reason myself out of playing the game. I've been successful so far, and hopefully I can build on this track record. It's tough quitting 'the habit', but spending 3-4 hours in front of a monitor clicking buttons and being stressed out about running into the top of someone's range just doesn't seem to make sense for me anymore.
I guess the current hoopla surrounding FTP/Stars does help me out in this regard.
Waiting my flight for dublin!by HeRoS)eNGagE, April 20
Like my last blog post said, i won a sat to the irish open in dblin
Well i am atm at the airport waiting for my flight, leaving in 1 hour
hope ill do good in the tourney^^
gona try to keep it up to date here so you guys know if i busted or not
i hope ill do great
its gona be my first live event ever so thats gona be fun lol
gona have alot of stress too i guess but ill prolly be fine after like 30 min of playing or w/e
we will see ;o)
some peoples told me live players are just terrible so it gives me some hope^^
its around 600k EURO for first so it could be a great payday hahaha
around 700 players the last 2 years i think so its not tooooo big of a tourney
just need to run good^^
since luckyace pay everything for me obv my goal is to finish in the cash, and ill be happy obv^^
so anyway im gona...dhu...read or watch a movie w/e
gona try to put somes pics here too i guess
wish me luckkkkk
omg right when i finished writing it my internet fucked up but i didnt lost anything i had wrote, phew the run good starting ! xD
I understand how a normal stake works for cashgames, i.e. 50/50 split for x hands with makeup. But what if a player and a staker put up an equal amount of money for the bankroll, what percentage should go to the player?
i've been basically bodypart split bb training for a long ass time and decided to switch it up a bit. i want to diet down but on standard bb split it is frustrating to work your ass off doing the same lifts over and over again and lose strength. on the come up it's a lot of fun b/c you can eat a shit ton of grits then like slather some chicken w/ a ton of bbq sauce and potatoes and go wild in the gym and see all your lifts improve but i've more or less stayed the same for a while.
basically i remember there was a thread posted about the spartacus workout as well as i know there are a lot of mma guys on here and i was just wondering if anyone has experience w/ this type of training. #1 it was extremely motivating to see how fast i can do the workout. #2 in theory and practice i don't see how anything can get you more shredded. #3 it's new and exciting. i don't want to lose all my gains from standard bb'ing though so was curious about this from ppl w/ more experience.
also, anyone have any workout drug recommendations?
i have used hot-rox in the past and would use again.
So the next step to becoming a better (cash game) poker player is playing more.
-Obviously need rakeback heard its like 35% daily. Rakeback, promotions info?
-Whats the best MERGE site?
-Should I chance it right now in the US?
ummm.. anymore info would be cool. I saw carbon offering me lots of spam bonuses.
Macau and sponsored prosby HeroPoker-CEO, April 19
So I'm here in Macau until tomorrow morning and I'm here meeting casino owners cause they are asking me to consult for them for this and that project, flew in here from Korea and was in Japan two days before hand. I hate flying.
Coincidentally, there are two full tilt pros here playing in the big cash game at Galaxy Starworld, Tom was here about a month ago, but right now there is just John and Ivey. They are really nice guys, I don't have a bad thing to say about them. Ivey just crushed, crushed a business man heads up last night for a sik amount of cash, just crushed. Business man knew he was going to get crushed, but being a rich Chinese business man, he wanted to show he is fearless...to each their own I guess. But yeah, I think those two are really great guys.
One of the pros I really like a lot is Erick Lindgren, I met him in Japan and hung out with for a fews days a year and half ago and we met again at the Aussie Millions this year as he was at the same table as my own Hero Poker Pro Gavin Griffin. Sadly, Erick wasn't on this trip, but I think he is a really cool guy, a real man's man you know, they kind you drink a beer with and shoot the shit with.
I've always had a lot of respect for all the pros I've worked with such as Joe Hachem, Lee Nelson, Fossilman... and I don't count Elky cause he is family. But of course I'm most proud of my own Pros,
Gavin, Terrence, Mig, Rekrul, Ewing & Powell because they aren't so young, but not old yet and there represent a lot of real hard fought achievement and they are always getting better or trying to be better.
I just signed on a new regional pro that will be announced in May, a very different pro, but has my respect and has notable achievements.
I've also signed on a model, and so I'm not going to be shy about that I picked her cause she is smoking hot and yes there will be lots of pics forth coming. But she is really quite intelligent, 3 languages does acting as well, etc. But my thinking is very much a Korean man's thinking, so I figure, if you're gonna sign a female player to represent the site, it doesn't necessarily mean she needs to be the best woman's player, but if she is willing to learn the game, and she is more of a celebrity type sponsored player.
I think I will be adding in a online pros section as well, I haven't gotten the structure down yet, but right now I think: Team, Regional, Celebrity and Online is more than the mainstream standard. I reckon there is only value in that if you are going mainstream, and just online pros alone, well I think that is useless or just celebrity pros alone is even more of a waste of money. But even with the model, she is a knockout but she is uber capable, professional and a real fighter, I am really proud to have gotten her on board, she really is the total hero package for our brand.
But things are happening quite fast nowadays, my second son will be born approximately May 2nd, and then after a week I should fly off to the new market launch, then come back after a couple of weeks and manage things from Korea. I'm trying not to think too much of about what people are going through in the US, it really does pain me, especially when I read about guys who have kids, that really kills me cause I know exactly how it feels. exactly.
I do spend my day thinking of ways to contribute and I hope that I will in the long run be a respected part of the international poker community as a responsible executive.
Cheers,
David
Summary:
-in Macau and so are Ivey and John
-Ivey crushed a rich Chinese business guy last night HU, crushed
-I really think Erick Lindgren is the man
-I love my pros, they rock the free world
-Have a new regional pro, and celebrity model pro
-will likely launch some online pros as well
-fuck, I really feel bad when I think about the US still and those guys with kids as I have 1 with one due in early May
So i have played only 6 tables of shorthanded 100 nl in Full Tilt for the last 22 days. My friends have sort of coached/helped me out a lot letely and guided me to thinking on a new level. I feel that i have improved my game a lot. Mostly controlled my 3betting more, thinking more on the whole ranges of players etc... I have tried to put myself not into so much shitty spots out of position and keeping the game and decisions as easy as possible for me in general. I have gained back a lot of confidence as well. At first i was gonna move up to 1/2 2 weeks ago but then I decided to try some more stuff in 0.5/1 until the end of April and see how well i can do in 100 nl for the whole month. Anyways without further adue here is the graph(sorry about the min brag):
So, in 1 day and 9 hours Group D(eath) of MSL will be played, so make sure to not miss it. Lee Young Ho "God" Flash, Kim Taek Shin "The Revolucionist" Bisu and Lee Jae dong "The Tyrant" on the same group. (Sea also there but who cares)
Expect spectaculars game as the arguably top3 bw players battle it out to make it from their groups.
Event Time is 17:00 KST, 10:00 CEST, 04:00 EDT, 01:00 PDT
I just thought there should be a centralized thread for all the Canada talk, so Canadians unite!
Post any useful or relevant info you can find about poker-ing in Canada.
TAXES:
Gambling in Canada:
From WIKIPEDIA::
Income not taxed:
The following types of income are not taxed in Canada (this list is not exhaustive):
gifts and inheritances;
lottery winnings;
winnings from betting or gambling for simple recreation or enjoyment;
I don't know whether gambling for a living is considered self employment, but I'll assume that it is:
Canada levies personal income tax on the worldwide income of individuals resident in Canada and on certain types of Canadian-source income earned by non-resident individuals.
After the calendar year, Canadian residents file a T1 Tax and Benefit Return[4] for individuals. It is due April 30, or June 15 for self-employed individuals and their spouses, or common-law partners.
Canadian federal marginal tax rates of taxable income
2011
have a valid travel document, such as a passport;
be in good health;
satisfy an immigration officer that you have ties, such as a job, home and family, that will take you back to your country of origin;
satisfy an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit
Criminal inadmissibility
If you have committed or been convicted of a criminal offence, you may not be allowed to enter Canada.
If you were convicted of a crime when you were under the age of 18, you can probably still enter Canada.
HOW TO APPLY FOR A TEMPORARY RESIDENT VISA
1. Obtain a temporary resident visa application package.
The package includes the application guide and all the forms you need to fill out. Download and print the application package.
2. Read the guide.
Read the guide carefully before you complete the application form. The fee for processing your form is not refundable, so make sure you are eligible for a temporary resident visa before you apply.
3. Complete the application forms and attach the necessary documents.
You must have a valid travel document (such as a passport).
You may need to include other documents. These documents could be identification cards, proof of employment, a letter of invitation from relatives or friends in Canada, or a proposed itinerary. Check the website of the visa office responsible for the country or region where you live for more information.
4. Pay the fee and get the necessary receipt.
The fee per person is $75 for a single entry visa, $150 for a multiple entry visa or $400 for a family (multiple or single entry).
5. Submit the application forms and necessary documents.
For more information, see application processing times.
An interview with a visa officer
TO EXTEND YOUR STAY IN CANADA YOU JUST DO ALL OF THE ABOVE SHIT AGAIN, 30 DAYS BEFORE YOUR CURRENT VISA EXPIRES.
I don't think any of you want to work or study in Canada, so I'll leave those out to save space. However, this may interest some people:
In some cases, you do not require a study permit to go to school in Canada.
If you wish to study in a short-term course or program You do not need a study permit if you plan to take a course or program in Canada that lasts six months or less. You must complete the course or program within the period authorized for your stay in Canada.
THIS MEANS YOU CAN TAKE A SINGLE COURSE AND LIVE IN CANADA DURING THAT COURSE, if it's less than six months long.
BANKING/GETTING A BANK ACCOUNT:
The biggest Canadian banks are:
Royal Bank of Canada (www.royalbank.com )
TD Canada Trust (www.tdcanada.com )
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (www.cibc.com )
Bank of Nova Scotia (www.scotiabank.com )
Bank of Montreal (www.bmo.com )
Questions you may have:
Do I need to make a minimum deposit?
No. A minimum deposit is not required to open a personal deposit account. However, you may find it convenient to set up direct deposit for government payments and/or your paycheque. Please speak with one of our staff if you have questions, or would like assistance setting up your direct deposit.
Do I need a permanent address?
No. Having a permanent address is not a requirement to open a personal deposit account, but we are required by law to ask about your address. We may ask you for a supporting document, such as a recent utility bill or tax bill, that includes both your name and address to show that you live where you say you do.
Do I need to be employed?
No. Employment is not a requirement for opening an account, but we are required by law to ask about your occupation.
Can I open an account if I've been bankrupt?
Yes. Your credit history is not a consideration when opening a personal deposit account, provided that it does not contain derogatory information that was the result of fraud or other illegal activity. However, if you request overdraft protection for your account, our normal credit policies and procedures will apply.
Do I need photo ID?
No. But photo ID is a good way to help us protect you and for us to get to know you better. What you will be required to make available is outlined fully below.
What are acceptable pieces of Identification?
When you open your personal deposit account, you will be required to present to us:
Two pieces of personal identification from among those set out in Part A or B of the Schedule of Acceptable Identification (see below)
Part A
A valid driver's licence issued in Canada, as permitted to be used for identification purposes under provincial lawi
A valid Canadian passport
A Certificate of Canadian Citizenship or a Certification of Naturalization, in the form of a paper document or card, but not a commemorative issue
A Permanent Resident card or Citizenship and Immigration Canada Form IMM 1000, IMM 1442 or IMM 5292
A provincial or territorial health insurance card, as permitted to be used for identification purposes under provincial lawii
A Certificate of Indian Status issued by the Government of Canada
A document or card, bearing your photograph and signature, issued by any of the following authorities:
Insurance Corporation of British Columbia
Alberta Registries
Saskatchewan Government Insurance
Department of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations
Department of Transportation and Public Works of the Province of Prince Edward Island
Service New Brunswick
Department of Government Services and Lands of the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador
Department of Transportation of the Northwest Territories
Department of Community Government and Transportation of the Territory of Nunavut
A Social Insurance Number (SIN) card issued by the Government of Canadaiii
An Old Age Security card issued by the Government of Canada
A birth certificate issued in Canada
Part B
A credit card, issued by a member of the Canadian Payments Association in your name, or bearing your name and bearing your signature
A Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) client card bearing your photograph and signature
An employee identity card, issued by an employer that is well known in the community, bearing your photograph
A bank or automated banking machine or client card, issued by a member of the Canadian Payments Association in your name, or bearing your name, and bearing your signature (the card must be embossed with your name)
A valid foreign passport
You'll need a proof of citizenship (passport,birth certificate etc) and a form of ID/pass (passport). Doesn't require a scan just inputing the information on the various documents.
You'll also need detailed information on employment history (or lack there of)
Residential history, and other relevant information in regards to moving to Canada
They'll also ask you questions in relation to crime etc. Very likely you'll get rejected if you have some kinda criminal history.
Takes about 6-8 weeks according to them. So if you have any plans to go to canada sign up asap.
It'll be very hard for guys like us to get an actual work permit or permanent residence card because our "job" doesn't quality as a job. Hell as stated in the above post it isn't even taxable!
does it worth to select it? whats your oppinion on the subject? also it says on the site: "* Please note that maximum rake might vary for hands that are dealt twice." they take more rake when you run it twice ?
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