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Baccarat has long held a reputation as the most exclusive, intimidating game on the [casino](https://pod.tek.us/@alicekilpatric?page=about) floor.
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Because of this glamorous reputation, the average casino player often feels too intimidated to even approach a Baccarat table.
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It is, fundamentally, nothing more than a sophisticated coin flip disguised behind French terminology.
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If you can guess heads or tails, you have all the necessary skills to play and win at Baccarat.
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Let's break down the rules, explain how the hands are scored, and reveal the only strategy you will ever need.
+Understanding the Basic Goal of the Game +
Your only job is to guess which of these two hands will end up closer to the magic number of nine.
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It is crucial to understand that the "Player" hand does not belong to you, and the "Banker" hand does not belong to the casino.
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Once bets are placed, the dealer deals exactly two cards to the Player hand and two cards to the Banker hand.
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If a hand receives a 9 and a 9, the sum is 18. Drop the "1", and the true value is an 8.
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The highest possible score is a perfect 9, and the lowest possible score is a 0 (e.g., a hand of two Queens).
+The Dealer Does All the Work +
The rules governing whether a third card is drawn are incredibly complex, based on a rigid mathematical matrix.
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Here is the greatest secret in Baccarat: You do not need to know or understand the third card rules at all.
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As a player, you make absolutely no decisions regarding drawing cards or standing.
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You simply sit back, watch the dealer flip the cards, and wait to see if you won your bet.
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Your only required skill is pointing at the table and placing a chip on one of the three options.
+The Mathematics of the Baccarat Bets +
Because you cannot influence the cards, the only "strategy" in Baccarat is making the most mathematically sound bet.
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If you bet on the "Player" hand and it wins, you are paid 1 to 1 (even money). The house edge on the Player bet is a very respectable 1.24%.
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If you bet $100 on the Banker and win, the dealer will pay you $95 (keeping $5 as the commission).
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Betting the Banker minimizes your long-term losses and gives you the absolute best odds of walking away a winner.
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Finally, you must avoid the "Tie" bet at all costs; it is famously one of the worst sucker bets in the entire casino.
+Essential Rules for Beginners + +Card Values: 2-9 are face value. Aces are 1. Tens and Face Cards (J, Q, K) are worth 0. +The Player Bet: Pays 1 to 1. House Edge is 1.24%. A perfectly fine, safe bet to make. +Pattern Tracking: Casinos provide scoreboards, but previous results do not influence future hands. Streaks are purely coincidental. +Commission: Do not forget that the dealer will take 5% of your Banker winnings; they usually keep track and collect it when you leave. + +The Two Most Popular Card Games + +AspectBlackjackBaccarat +Mathematical EdgeHighly dependent on player skillStatic, locked in by the rules of the game +Skill Level RequiredHigh (Must memorize complex strategy charts)Zero (Just point at the Banker circle) +Stress LevelCan be stressful making the wrong callZero stress once the bet is placed + +
Do not let the high limits or the James Bond aesthetic intimidate you from enjoying this fantastic game.
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If you are tired of memorizing Blackjack charts or staring blankly at slot machines, Baccarat is the perfect escape.
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Whether you play live in a casino or online from your couch, Baccarat is an essential experience for any gambler.
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