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October 11th, 2014 at 7:14:23 AM
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Quote: 100xOddsso if that guy sat on the opposite side of you, you'd be the one on the losing streak?!
Not necessarily as he did not play basic strategy
October 11th, 2014 at 8:08:47 AM
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Quote: aceofspadesNot necessarily as he did not play basic strategy
WOW. What a jerk! Insisting on $1k a hand and not playing BS. Send him my way. I have a Golden Gate Bridge for sale :)
How often we see that.
Anyhow, what was the point in him requesting that the table min be raised to $1k? Nobody was stopping him from wagering that amount anyway, and it doesn't sound like he was ramping his bets towards table max. Was he that desperate to play heads up, or did he think he owned the place?
Psalm 25:16
Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.
Proverbs 18:2
A fool finds no satisfaction in trying to understand, for he would rather express his own opinion.
October 11th, 2014 at 9:14:37 AM
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Quote: OnceDearWOW. What a jerk! Insisting on $1k a hand and not playing BS. Send him my way. I have a Golden Gate Bridge for sale :)
How often we see that.
Anyhow, what was the point in him requesting that the table min be raised to $1k? Nobody was stopping him from wagering that amount anyway, and it doesn't sound like he was ramping his bets towards table max. Was he that desperate to play heads up, or did he think he owned the place?
Additionally - he called over the massage girl te swcond he sat down and was getting a massage the entire time - which also distracted him from his play. It seemed as if he was enjoying his role as a "big shot" and wanted everyone to know about it
October 11th, 2014 at 10:44:27 AM
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Just bought this shirt:
October 11th, 2014 at 11:41:49 AM
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Quote: aceofspadesJust bought this shirt:
wear that when the new Hard Rock (or whatever Glenn Straub calls it) in AC opens :)
Craps is paradise (Pair of dice).
Lets hear it for the SpeedCount Mathletes :)
October 11th, 2014 at 11:43:14 AM
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Quote: 100xOddswear that when the new Hard Rock (or whatever Glenn Straub calls it) in AC opens :)
Haha good idea "if" it re-opens
October 11th, 2014 at 12:07:28 PM
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Nice run so far Ace!
October 11th, 2014 at 12:41:51 PM
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Just played a shuffle dealer had a 10 up every hand and I was continually dealt 13 14 15 16 and busting
October 11th, 2014 at 12:55:42 PM
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Ok things started to turn around winning split 8's on two hands in a row followed in the next shuffle by winning three double downs
A few key blackjacks when pressing and I had not only recovered the 1k I had lost but picked up another 700
Trip is +7700
A few key blackjacks when pressing and I had not only recovered the 1k I had lost but picked up another 700
Trip is +7700
October 11th, 2014 at 1:30:08 PM
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Although not a Vegas photo - still funny
October 11th, 2014 at 9:01:02 PM
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Been a while with no update did things go south or did you find a lady of the night to go south?
The bet will not be paid- not now not ever
October 11th, 2014 at 10:02:17 PM
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I went shopping then dinner then saw ZARKANA
I just played about an hour and it went from bad to good to bad to ok
Highlights/lowlights
Pushed 2 blackjacks
Had 3 doubles with an 11 where I was dealt an Ace
Was only able to press on 5 occasions and luckily won 4 of them
Although there are plenty of women, I believe most of them are working and basically, I am not desperate and do not sleep around
Trip is still +7700
I just played about an hour and it went from bad to good to bad to ok
Highlights/lowlights
Pushed 2 blackjacks
Had 3 doubles with an 11 where I was dealt an Ace
Was only able to press on 5 occasions and luckily won 4 of them
Although there are plenty of women, I believe most of them are working and basically, I am not desperate and do not sleep around
Trip is still +7700
October 12th, 2014 at 12:12:56 AM
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Ok sat down for a 2D game
I had played with this dealer before but forgot how fast he dealt--not a problem keeping up but for some reason it was making me dizzy. As such, I only played three shuffles and left with what I brought in
I then took a break to watch a guy playing at a table betting 200, then 300 then, eventually, up to 3k/hand
There was also a woman at the table playing (with her husband watching) -- she would hit 14 v 4, 12 v 6, double a 9 v ten or Ace---the guy betting big tried to dissuade her but she did not listen
However, it really helped the guy as he was soon up about 15k
I took a lap around the casino with my cousin and about 15 minutes later came back and the guy only had 3k left in front of him
The woman was still all over the place with both her strategy and number of hands she would play at a time...
The guy was even starting to bet on her hand but when she won she would only give the guy back his bet and not the commensurate winnings - this happened on three occasions and each time the guy had to demand to be paid the bet plus the win thereon (he eventually stopped betting on her hand)
However, by this time he was down to 1k in chips
At that point I looked for a game of my own and settled in for a 6D shoe game
The first hand started nicely with a blackjack but then I proceeded to lose quite a few doubles which dropped me to the +6900 mark
A dealer change then occurred (only putting this in there to give detail on the story)
Things got a lot better as the following three hand sequence occurred:
(A) 8-8 v dealer 7...split dealt a K then Q and dealer turned over a J
(B) 9-2 v dealer 10...double dealt a 9...dealer turned over an 8
(C ) 8-8 v dealer Ace...split dealt a 7 hit and drew a 2...second 8 drew a ten...dealer turned over a 6
By the end of the shoe I had hit a nice run
Trip is +9100
I had played with this dealer before but forgot how fast he dealt--not a problem keeping up but for some reason it was making me dizzy. As such, I only played three shuffles and left with what I brought in
I then took a break to watch a guy playing at a table betting 200, then 300 then, eventually, up to 3k/hand
There was also a woman at the table playing (with her husband watching) -- she would hit 14 v 4, 12 v 6, double a 9 v ten or Ace---the guy betting big tried to dissuade her but she did not listen
However, it really helped the guy as he was soon up about 15k
I took a lap around the casino with my cousin and about 15 minutes later came back and the guy only had 3k left in front of him
The woman was still all over the place with both her strategy and number of hands she would play at a time...
The guy was even starting to bet on her hand but when she won she would only give the guy back his bet and not the commensurate winnings - this happened on three occasions and each time the guy had to demand to be paid the bet plus the win thereon (he eventually stopped betting on her hand)
However, by this time he was down to 1k in chips
At that point I looked for a game of my own and settled in for a 6D shoe game
The first hand started nicely with a blackjack but then I proceeded to lose quite a few doubles which dropped me to the +6900 mark
A dealer change then occurred (only putting this in there to give detail on the story)
Things got a lot better as the following three hand sequence occurred:
(A) 8-8 v dealer 7...split dealt a K then Q and dealer turned over a J
(B) 9-2 v dealer 10...double dealt a 9...dealer turned over an 8
(C ) 8-8 v dealer Ace...split dealt a 7 hit and drew a 2...second 8 drew a ten...dealer turned over a 6
By the end of the shoe I had hit a nice run
Trip is +9100
October 12th, 2014 at 12:55:43 AM
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Surrender 8,8 vs ace in six deck H17.
Many people, especially ignorant people, want to punish you for speaking the truth. - Mahatma Ghandi
October 12th, 2014 at 1:04:42 AM
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Quote: 1BBSurrender 8,8 vs ace in six deck H17.
What DD game offers surrender in Vegas though? And actually ive never surrendered in a casino i think. lol
October 12th, 2014 at 1:06:43 AM
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Quote: tringlomaneWhat DD game offers surrender in Vegas though?
He said he was playing six deck at the time.
Many people, especially ignorant people, want to punish you for speaking the truth. - Mahatma Ghandi
October 12th, 2014 at 1:07:06 AM
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Quote: 1BBSurrender 8,8 vs ace in six deck H17.
Looks like S17. The dealer stood on a soft 17.
“Man Babes” #AxelFabulous
October 12th, 2014 at 1:12:52 AM
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Quote: 1BBSurrender 8,8 vs ace in six deck H17.
S17
October 12th, 2014 at 1:31:59 AM
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Quote: aceofspadesS17
Sorry. You said something earlier about Downtown and H17. I should have known better. I also should know better than to get up in the middle of the night but I just can't wait to read your posts.
Does the six deck S17 game offer surrender and RSA? It's not on the Wizard's survey.
Many people, especially ignorant people, want to punish you for speaking the truth. - Mahatma Ghandi
October 12th, 2014 at 1:42:43 AM
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Quote: 1BBSorry. You said something earlier about Downtown and H17. I should have known better. I also should know better than to get up in the middle of the night but I just can't wait to read your posts.
Does the six deck S17 game offer surrender and RSA? It's not on the Wizard's survey.
No worries I am glad that my posts inspire such interest
Yes, surrender available and (I believe) RSA (although that did not come into play) - however, it is a 100minimum game
I am staying on the strip now :-)
October 12th, 2014 at 2:51:02 AM
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Quote: aceofspadesthe 5k guy came and went three times (I wonder what he is up too?)
I imagine he is working out the theory that you are always up at some point early on, and if you can quit at the right time you just keep building your bankroll
the next time Dame Fortune toys with your heart, your soul and your wallet, raise your glass and praise her thus: “Thanks for nothing, you cold-hearted, evil, damnable, nefarious, low-life, malicious monster from Hell!” She is, after all, stone deaf. ... Arnold Snyder
October 12th, 2014 at 3:16:29 AM
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Quote: RomesA-7 doubles to the 2 in a 2D H17 DAS game =).
2 questions come to mind:
*how much does playing S17 BS cost when playing H17? I think someone has figured this out and I believe the answer is "not much" ... however, Ace, your excuse please? [g]
*correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the fewer the decks the more a player should know composition based exceptions? I believe our boy has been playing 2D. You've been on top of this, Ace?
the next time Dame Fortune toys with your heart, your soul and your wallet, raise your glass and praise her thus: “Thanks for nothing, you cold-hearted, evil, damnable, nefarious, low-life, malicious monster from Hell!” She is, after all, stone deaf. ... Arnold Snyder
October 12th, 2014 at 4:10:41 AM
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Quote: odiousgambit2 questions come to mind:
*how much does playing S17 BS cost when playing H17? I think someone has figured this out and I believe the answer is "not much" ... however, Ace, your excuse please? [g]
*correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the fewer the decks the more a player should know composition based exceptions? I believe our boy has been playing 2D. You've been on top of this, Ace?
"Not much" sounds about right. I would need not good, not great but fantastic penetration to even consider that Downtown DD game. I could be more forgiving on the Strip DD game that has been discussed here previously but the forecast is calling for extreme heat there.
Many people, especially ignorant people, want to punish you for speaking the truth. - Mahatma Ghandi
October 12th, 2014 at 11:50:32 AM
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I was about to play and wanted a 100game and that guy from last night that was chastising the woman and playing on her hand sat down right before the deal and he said he wanted to leave it at 50
So I got up to leave and he starts yelling "hey buddy I play 100 thousand a hand...I mean a thousand a hand" lol
So I got up to leave and he starts yelling "hey buddy I play 100 thousand a hand...I mean a thousand a hand" lol
October 12th, 2014 at 1:00:20 PM
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Lost 2500 back in rapid fashion then got it all back similarly
October 12th, 2014 at 1:21:49 PM
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Who says the 10k marker guy was over betting? Anyone see his credit line?
October 12th, 2014 at 1:24:31 PM
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Quote: RSWho says the 10k marker guy was over betting? Anyone see his credit line?
I have no idea what his credit line is
October 12th, 2014 at 1:33:23 PM
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Quote: odiousgambit2 questions come to mind:
*how much does playing S17 BS cost when playing H17? I think someone has figured this out and I believe the answer is "not much" ... however, Ace, your excuse please? [g]
*correct me if I am wrong, but I believe the fewer the decks the more a player should know composition based exceptions? I believe our boy has been playing 2D. You've been on top of this, Ace?
Yes indeed and get strange looks from other players and the dealers as they think I am about to signal for a stay and then I signal to hit
October 12th, 2014 at 3:16:07 PM
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Glad to hear you are still going strong AoS, are you plus/minus for the trip?
Try to stay sober and concentrate on the game rather the distracting but entertaining shenanigans of some players.
Try to stay sober and concentrate on the game rather the distracting but entertaining shenanigans of some players.
October 12th, 2014 at 3:40:03 PM
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Just sat down to play a 2D game with a dealer I like
There was a nice couple at the table as well and, although the cards were bad, the socializing was good
Right about the time the dealer change occurred, I felt a tap on my shoulder UHOH
But, small world that it is I ran into some people I know from AC
We chatted as I played and as they bid me adieu, I had realized a nice run
Trip plus a dime piece
There was a nice couple at the table as well and, although the cards were bad, the socializing was good
Right about the time the dealer change occurred, I felt a tap on my shoulder UHOH
But, small world that it is I ran into some people I know from AC
We chatted as I played and as they bid me adieu, I had realized a nice run
Trip plus a dime piece
October 12th, 2014 at 11:52:24 PM
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Played a mini session moments ago that was highly volatile
Win 2 lose 3 win 4 lose 6
Lose double downs win three-way splits
After the storm subsided, I was even for my buy-in
Win 2 lose 3 win 4 lose 6
Lose double downs win three-way splits
After the storm subsided, I was even for my buy-in
October 13th, 2014 at 11:04:16 AM
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Quote: aceofspadesPlayed a mini session moments ago that was highly volatile
Win 2 lose 3 win 4 lose 6
Lose double downs win three-way splits
After the storm subsided, I was even for my buy-in
Keep up the good fight! I'm glad you're doing quite well. How long is your trip? What else have you been up to when you're not playing? Comped meals, luxurious rooms, bottle service at clubs? =p
Playing it correctly means you've already won.
October 13th, 2014 at 11:07:51 AM
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Quote: RomesKeep up the good fight! I'm glad you're doing quite well. How long is your trip? What else have you been up to when you're not playing? Comped meals, luxurious rooms, bottle service at clubs? =p
Actually the room is quite amazing as well as the comped meals
However, I am not a nightclub guy - I'm usually in bed around midnight
October 14th, 2014 at 6:44:44 AM
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How's it going Ace? Is your trip over, are you still there, what are you up to?? Your public needs to know! =P
Playing it correctly means you've already won.
October 14th, 2014 at 8:21:25 AM
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Quote: RomesHow's it going Ace? Is your trip over, are you still there, what are you up to?? Your public needs to know! =P
No word in almost 24 hours. We should put out a BOLO.
October 14th, 2014 at 8:30:48 AM
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Quote: GreasyjohnNo word in almost 24 hours. We should put out a BOLO.
How will a string tie help find ACE ( I , of course, do not know of any other BOLO or have had one out for me in a past life, NO WAY )?
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
October 14th, 2014 at 8:54:25 AM
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Quote: BuzzardHow will a string tie help find ACE ( I , of course, do not know of any other BOLO or have had one out for me in a past life, NO WAY )?
I'll bet you're wanted in two states :)
October 14th, 2014 at 9:04:20 AM
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the next time Dame Fortune toys with your heart, your soul and your wallet, raise your glass and praise her thus: “Thanks for nothing, you cold-hearted, evil, damnable, nefarious, low-life, malicious monster from Hell!” She is, after all, stone deaf. ... Arnold Snyder
October 14th, 2014 at 9:08:18 AM
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Meanwhile, "You know who" sticks pins in a three piece suited voodoo doll, muttering over and over "Schadenfreude, Schadenfreude."
"What, me worry?"
October 14th, 2014 at 9:09:30 AM
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Great chess play even bears the name of a master who created the possible sequence. But BJ, you follow optimal strategy, page after page to go through a school material. Looking for a paint to dry might be more exciting .
October 14th, 2014 at 4:22:18 PM
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Okay. It has to be a meltdown. Betting $100 to $500 a hand it would be pretty easy to have a $6,000 + loss.
October 14th, 2014 at 6:12:12 PM
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Ace's last post was a day and a half ago, 8am Mon
morning. I guess he went home. I wonder how he
ended up.
morning. I guess he went home. I wonder how he
ended up.
"It's not called gambling if the math is on your side."
October 14th, 2014 at 6:19:38 PM
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Quote: RomesHow's it going Ace? Is your trip over, are you still there, what are you up to?? Your public needs to know! =P
Just got home this morning - been jet lagged all day - going to write a trip summary tomorrow :)
October 14th, 2014 at 6:54:41 PM
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Quote: aceofspadesJust got home this morning - been jet lagged all day - going to write a trip summary tomorrow :)
Glad you're ok.
October 14th, 2014 at 9:19:07 PM
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Quote: GreasyjohnI'll bet you're wanted in two states :)
I assume you mean I always wanted to be mentally stable.
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
October 14th, 2014 at 9:43:45 PM
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Quote: BuzzardI assume you mean I always wanted to be mentally stable.
That too.
October 16th, 2014 at 6:18:57 PM
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Started out downtown…since I was having a winning trip and my cousin was in town, I was much more inclined to take time away from the tables and sight see…
The first sightseeing location was the Mob Museum
This was well done and I enjoyed it immensely - I highly recommend it for all Vegas visitors
The next was the High Roller - I went during the day and I think it would be much better at night with the entire Strip lit up
After picking up about "5" at the GN, I switched gears and headed to the Aria Sky Suites
Nothing like watching Judge Judy after a night of blackjack
My other cousin then joined in on the fun at Aria (he played some sports bets and some blackjack as well) and we both left winners
As always, it was time to go home
As I as leaving, Michael Jordan was arriving - guess they traded one high roller for another LOLOL
Trip ended plus "10"
Until next time LV!!!
The first sightseeing location was the Mob Museum
This was well done and I enjoyed it immensely - I highly recommend it for all Vegas visitors
The next was the High Roller - I went during the day and I think it would be much better at night with the entire Strip lit up
After picking up about "5" at the GN, I switched gears and headed to the Aria Sky Suites
Nothing like watching Judge Judy after a night of blackjack
My other cousin then joined in on the fun at Aria (he played some sports bets and some blackjack as well) and we both left winners
As always, it was time to go home
As I as leaving, Michael Jordan was arriving - guess they traded one high roller for another LOLOL
Trip ended plus "10"
Until next time LV!!!
October 16th, 2014 at 7:42:43 PM
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Great TR, thanks for posting!
Isn't Jordan a george?
Isn't Jordan a george?
October 16th, 2014 at 7:44:44 PM
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Quote: ArchonyGreat TR, thanks for posting!
Isn't Jordan a george?
I don't know about his tipping habits
