Case = moisture level

Videos can be helpful to a degree but, can also lead to a lot of questions. some playlists of mine.. some of your inquiries may be best addressed directly.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...B443D55985FD3D
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...wueTmcFEdGaF2v
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...VnWTVxjdTgxDAE

know that the amount and ability of your growth is potentially endless. embrace the natural growth that is yours.

A chaveta is not a need but, does for me at least, have a certain feeling of some.. I dont know, thing to it when used.

Bunching techniques are about draw and burn. leaf placement as well as type of combinations and amounts and pressures are key.

stems can be an important part of the blend.

"scraps" are typically use to back-fill as well as place flavor components. here is a deconstruction video of a Padron 64 that surprised many people.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isMA8cGXOWQ