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Blackjack rules XXI

Monday, September 29th, 2008

In blackjack games, which have several variants of play, there are many sets of rules and regulations specific to the variation of game under play. So, it is always advisable that the players have a thorough knowledge of the rules of their chosen variation of blackjack game. Sometimes, there may be legal restrictions and forms to be observed before a blackjack game can be played in a casino house. Since not all rules of the game are made publicly posted, players should ask about the rules of the game before play starts or according to the situation in the game. Interestingly there are over 100 variations of play in blackjack games.

One such variation is the number of card decks employed in the game. It ahs been seen that lesser number of card decks is favorable for the players who play their game according to the basic strategy. Another important circumstances in a blackjack game that may arise out of the late surrender rule is when a player gets slight advantage in cases when the hand values are 15 against 10 or 16 against ace or 16 against 10, with the latter case being a situation where late surrendering and receiving half of one’s original wager is invariably advantageous to the gambler.

An important variation in blackjack game rules happen when the normal 3:2 winning odds are not offered as payout but when a blackjack hand is given 6:5 odds or in some cases, 1-to-1 odds. This variation when used is done to enhance house edge and in no way benefits the players. Another unfavorable rule in a blackjack game for players but advantageous to casino houses is when instead of a tie or push, the dealer gets to win the hand of play even when both he and a player has the same blackjack hand. An advantageous rule variation that favors the player is the 5-card charlie which returns the player as a winner if he manages to draw five cards and doesn’t get busted.