Well, I finally hit my first and probably last Royal last night. Its kind of funny because after playing quite a bit for a year, I had pretty much given up on VP play. I only play through my cashback bonuses one time as required before cashing out and guess what??
Out of all the times I've held 4 cards drawing for that elusive fifth, last night I only held 2 and drew the other 3. go figure.
It was a great feeling, but hitting it doesn't bring me back to even from the time I started playing, but it does come close enough that with all the cashback and bonus points, comps, and other offers, and higher player's club tier level, I think it was worth it. Also great cover.