I have a suggestion for all my opponents in the group right now (wowa, yarik1987, sevensan) and anyone else who might join in the future – as soon as the pairings are announced, contact each other on ICQ and coordinate our schedules. This isn't about starting to play right away, but rather about quickly agreeing on and discussing a convenient time within the week.
Because a week for a tournament is very short. If we miss the first 1-2 convenient time slots for everyone, we'll end up with XL+U, and there's a good chance we won't be able to fit it in.

I've already messaged everyone, and so far, no one has responded. Especially #wowa, please respond – you're my opponent in the first round.

p.s. everyone responded. It really works. PogChamp