the relief of having fought is even more considerable than what i imagined it would be. unburdened. in terms of improving as a fighter, the experience was vital and necessary on a level i had vastly underestimated. between the nerves and pace and competition, it really is the next level of the game. i will need to do some BJJ tournaments in the future, definitely. but for now: a couple days of pizza, booze and desserts. welcome to the party zone.