whatnot-break-streaming

name	whatnot-break-streaming
description	Use when streaming card breaks on Whatnot. Break streaming = entertainment + commerce.

Whatnot Break Streaming

Whatnot break = box-opening live with bidder participation. Multi-cam, multi-audio, energy-heavy. Skills + tech.

Break show formats

1. Personal break — single buyer, you open
2. Random team break — 30 buyers, teams assigned
3. Pick-your-team — buyers select pre-stream
4. Mystery box — hidden contents revealed live
5. Mix box — multi-product break
6. Hit chase — looking for specific cards
7. Sealed wax case break — high-end product

Break-streaming tech setup

1. Multi-cam: wide shot + close-up of cards as opened
2. Audio: clear voice + minimal background
3. Light: even, no harsh shadows on cards
4. Streaming platform: Whatnot's native streaming (not OBS)
5. Chat moderation: assistant or moderator for high-volume
6. Bidding manager: track who has slot for each card
7. Backup internet: critical for high-stakes breaks

Break-streaming skills

1. Energy + entertainment — viewers want excitement
2. Product knowledge — describe cards quickly and accurately
3. Time management — pace the break (not too fast, not too slow)
4. Customer service — handle disputes professionally
5. Sales acumen — close offers, encourage bids
6. Network building — repeat customers

Where this fits in the X3 empire

Whatnot break expertise for CardPrepAI affiliate (future).