What's the secret behind Hanabi's unbeatable poker expression?

Hey everyone! I’ve been watching Hanabi play poker lately and I’m blown away by how good their poker face is. It’s like they’re wearing a mask or something! Does anyone know how they manage to keep such a straight face during games? I’ve tried to copy their technique but I always end up giving away my hand with my expressions. Are there any tricks or tips for maintaining a solid poker face like Hanabi’s? I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences on this. Maybe some of you have played against Hanabi and can share what it’s like trying to read their expressions. Thanks in advance for any insights!

i’ve actually had the chance to play against hanabi a few times, and let me tell you, their poker face is truly something else. from what i’ve observed, it’s not just about keeping a blank expression. hanabi has mastered the art of controlling their entire body language - from breathing patterns to subtle hand movements.

one thing that really stands out is how they maintain consistent eye contact and posture regardless of their hand. it’s almost eerie how calm and collected they remain, even during high-stakes moments. i suspect years of practice and perhap some meditation techniques play a role.

while it’s tempting to try and mimic their exact style, i think the key is finding what works naturally for you. focus on regulating your breathing and staying relaxed. with enough practice, you can develop your own unreadable poker face.

Oh man, Hanabi’s poker face is seriously next level! :open_mouth: I’ve been obsessing over it too, and I think I might have cracked part of the code.

You know how some players fidget or have little tells? Hanabi’s like a statue - totally still and zen. I bet they do some kind of meditation or mindfulness stuff to stay so chill under pressure.

But here’s my wild theory - maybe Hanabi’s secret weapon is their eyes! :eyes: I’ve noticed they tend to look slightly above eye level, kinda at people’s foreheads. It gives nothing away and probably throws opponents off their game.

Honestly though, the real key is probably just tons of practice. Like, imagine how many hands Hanabi’s played to get that good. We mere mortals can only dream of reaching that level of poker face perfection! :joy:

Anyone else got theories on Hanabi’s unbeatable expressions? I’m dying to unlock this mystery!

yo, hanabi’s poker face is crazy good! i heard they use this weird trick where they imagine their face is made of stone or somethin. plus, they practice in front of a mirror for hours everyday. its not just about not showing emotion, its about controlling every tiny muscle. maybe try that? good luck tryin to beat the master tho lol