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In placing a bet on Blackjack, you are counting on having a higher score than the Croupier, without going over 21.
Along with the other players at the table, you receive two cards from the Croupier after which you have several options:
- drawing extra cards,
- doubling your initial bet and receiving one extra card,
- splitting a matching pair to create two separate hands
- standing (or holding)
- taking insurance (when the dealer has an Ace).
After all the players have made their decisions, the Croupier will complete his or her own hand. The Croupier must draw a card on 16 or less and must stand on a total of 17 or more.
If you have a higher score than the Croupier, you win. If the Croupier's cards exceed 21, and you are still in the game, you also win. The Croupier will pay you the same amount as your bet. If you both have the same score, it is called a standoff and the bets don't lose. If the Croupier has a higher score, or you exceed 21, the House wins.
A blackjack is achieved when the first two cards you receive are an Ace and a picture card or an Ace and a Ten. You are paid odds of 3 to 2 for a blackjack (providing the Croupier does not also draw a blackjack).
Some key facts to remember about Blackjack are: When you split Aces, you receive only one additional card to each Ace, and you cannot form a blackjack.
You may place a bet behind a more experienced player if you wish, but you are bound by the decisions of that player.
When an insurance bet is made, and it wins, you are paid at odds of 2 to 1.
Bets at the Casino are made with Casino chips.
You purchase these at any of the tables. Simply place the amount you wish to invest (notes only) on the table and the Croupier will pass you the equivalent in chips. Their value is clearly printed on each face. Chips may also be used to pay for Keno tickets. You can redeem your chips for cash at the Cashier's window at any time.
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