Recent content by clouds

I should also note, that I am a CCer, and I only bet 2 hands of 600 when TC is high (5+), and we all know that isn't often. Does that change things in regards of comps? Cheers!

Hi all, I would like to know your insight about how the comp system works out in Las Vegas. Specifically the MGM Grand chain since it's comp card is affiliated with most of the other casinos on the strip. I heard it's something like 15% of your money back, but would like to be certain. I only...

Hello everyone, Happy new year! I just need a clarification over something that I can't seem to wrap my head around. Is a 6 deck, very well penetrated game better than a poorly penetrated 2 deck game? If so, how can this be? The way I see it, the less decks the better regardless of...

Hello again, Thank you so much for the help to my previous question. :) Has any research been done on the "Lucky Lucky" side bet in BJ? For those that have never heard of it, it is a side bet anywhere from $1-25 and these are the payouts: Suited 777: 200 to 1 Suited 678: 100 to 1 777...

Hello all fellow CCers, I do apologize for what may be a novice question, but can anyone help me out as I am having trouble understanding sims: If a sim shows that the casino edge is -0.37%, does that mean the house edge is negative and I should run to play there, or that my edge is...

Hello fellow CCers, I was wondering what "Magnificent 7" is all about. I have searched around but have not come across what the 7 hands are. All that I've found out is, "Renzey’s "Magnificent 7" shows you how to deviate from basic strategy for 7 "close" hands and reduce the casino’s edge."...

Thank you again Canceler, didn't realize it would jump that high. :eek: What exactly is the difference between a simulation and a combinatorial analyzer?

It makes sense that people around you will think you're wasting your time because it sounds 'too good to be true' and many people don't see CCing as a structured 9-5 job. A lot of people don't think it's a way to make money because they have preconceived ideas of what a job/career should be...

Canceler, thank you very much for attaching the results from your simulation. The member above addressed the surrender clarification and I realize now that the rules stay the same with the only change being it is a late surrender game. Would you be able to tell me by how much the casino edge...

I see, then this would deem it a late surrender. Thank you for clarifying!

The dealer takes the original bet if he gets a blackjack....does that make the surrender any more earlier or later? What would you suggest I put in the engine? 4 decks, 75-80% pen, H17, DAS, No peek with early surrender = 0.07% casino edge Same game but with a late surrender jumps to a...

Maybe I'll take your advice BE, anything to keep my variance down and the house's up! lol :P

Hmmm, so what should I punch in the engine? Late or early? Maybe the engine needs to be updated...maybe this type of surrender is called "punctual" lol, neither late or early. :P -clouds

2 books that are really good are "Blackjack Attack" and "Blackbelt in Blackjack", you can get them cheap on amazon. Also the FAQ on this website is good to look over as well. hi-lo is the easiest counting system and very successful (if you play with correct indices such as Illustrious 18 and...

Dealer Errors Sometimes when I'm playing and I see that the dealer has overpaid me by a nickel or quarter accidentally I will address it to the dealer who will then thank me for being so honest. That is good to do occasionally for small amounts, and it also makes the sheep dealer believe you're...