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I would like to join a face-to-face ATC trading group. I’ve seen the terms "trading session" and "swap." Is there a difference?
Trading sessions generally refer to a face-to-face, informal gathering that is loosely structured and social. Participants bring as many cards as they would like to trade. Conversations begin and participants pass cards back and forth until they strike a deal. Many groups gather regularly, for example, the first Saturday of every month.
Swaps usually refer to a more structured approach to trading that ensure all participants get to trade. At a face-to-face swap event, all participants bring in the same number of cards. The number is determined by the "swap host." Cards are placed face down on a table or placed in a bowl. Each person randomly picks a card one at a time. Some hosts choose to collect and distribute cards to participants.
Regardless of whether you attend a trading session or a more organized swap, you should find it to be a very supportive environment. In the spirit of how artist trading cards originated, most groups ensure that everyone feels welcome and that it is a relaxed, fun and social experience.
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