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Master the art of 21 with our comprehensive guide to blackjack. From basic rules to advanced strategies, we've got you covered.
Everything you need to know to start playing
Get cards totaling closer to 21 than the dealer without going over.
Number cards = face value, Face cards = 10, Aces = 1 or 11
An Ace plus a 10-value card on first two cards pays 3:2
Dealer must hit on 16 or less and stand on 17 or more
Know your options at the blackjack table
Take another card from the deck
When to use: When your total is low and you want to get closer to 21
Keep your current cards and end your turn
When to use: When you're satisfied with your total or risk busting
Double your bet and receive exactly one more card
When to use: When you have a strong starting hand (usually 9, 10, or 11)
Split matching cards into two separate hands
When to use: When dealt a pair - each hand gets a new second card
Side bet that dealer has blackjack (pays 2:1)
When to use: When dealer shows an Ace - costs half your original bet
Give up half your bet and end the hand
When to use: When you have a very poor hand against a strong dealer card
Follow these mathematically proven moves to minimize the house edge
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