it should be octagonal, although circular works well too. it should be large enough to fit 6 comfortably, 8 a bit squished. felt top, although there are some plastic/rubber tops that work well too. if you have enough money to gamble with, you probably have enough to buy a decent table with. or maybe have your friends put in $2 a week each to a table fee, and when you have enough buy the table.
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