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I think you have a pretty small sample size to work with, but of course how you feel about the structure is important, as that will ultimately affect decisions you make.
Twenty-five percent rake (or 22.2% if you count the add-on) is harsh, but unfortunately a reality in many small buy-in live events. Personally, I believe the rake percentage in this particular tourney has more to do with long-term expectation than the blind structure for a winning player, but there are other members here with a lot more experience in live events who can probably chime-in with a more qualified opinion.
A solid live small-stakes tourney grinder who has 50% long-term ROI expectation would average enough to cover a decent diner meal per tourney in these games, but that would require either (A) a good portion of the players donating their chips early due to loose play, or (B) a player with very strong multi-way pot & heads-up abilities. Scenario "A" would be best.
Are there any events at your local casino with a slightly higher buy-in within your bankroll that have lower rake? Say, an $85+15 with $10 add-on? Bankroll permitting, I would feel more comfortable playing those in your position.
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