19. Coffeehousing

Coffeehousing (the act of distracting an opponent by chattering) is not permitted.

The following chat rules apply:

• No chats that could influence the play or outcome of the game is allowed among Players. This includes chat about the play of their hand, or their opponent's hand.

Abuse of chat may result in the following:

• The Player(s) getting disqualified and removed from the tournaments.
• The Player(s) forfeiting all buy-in amounts and entrance fees.
• The Player(s) being permanently banned from Betarabia network.

Note: These decisions are at the discretion of the House.