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Posted by homelessdog
 - March 21, 2005, 12:14:58 AM
One other small thing i noticed is that Jackbot will always stand on a Soft 19 or 20, even if you have four cards in your hand....  In other words it doesn't go for a 5-card Charley even when it's guaranteed.

For example, if you have a: 2, 4, 2, Ace.  That's either 9 or 19 points.  Now if you Stand, you will either win and advance two spaces, or you will lose and go back one space.  But, if you hit, you are guaranteed to get a 5-Card Charley and advance three or four spaces guaranteed. 

I know it's not really important, but just something to note for possible future upgrades.  Overall I'm very happy with the auto and have registered my copy.
Posted by Jeffer
 - March 17, 2005, 11:42:14 AM
Quote from: BadgeHelpBob on March 17, 2005, 07:25:24 AM

I noticed you mentioned 50 tokens. The probabilities predict an overall token loss from game play (even if only a small loss). I suggest you drop your bet down to 5 tokens.


I thnk that with the guaranteed 3 to 2 win for a "Five card Charley" there is likely a very very small positive expectation.  Normal BJ rules don't include that though, so It will take a while to confirm. 
Posted by Thadius856
 - March 17, 2005, 08:10:52 AM
Of course the probabilities suggeset a general trend to losing tokens when playing BlackJack. How do you think casinos make their money? It definately isn't on the buffets.
Posted by homelessdog
 - March 17, 2005, 12:01:40 AM
Disabling double down is a good idea.  I've stopped doubling down in my own games for that very reason.  50 extra tokens isn't really worth a missed opportunity for advancement. 

I always split 10s when the dealer has a 4, 5 or 6 and my rock is at the bottom.  Odds are good that'll he will bust and I'll advance four.  If not, I haven't lost any progress. 
Posted by RocknRollGirl
 - March 16, 2005, 08:59:14 PM
Thank you Bob, I feel much better now and I will spread the word. ;)
Posted by RocknRollGirl
 - March 16, 2005, 08:53:07 PM
Quote from: BadgeHelpOscar on March 16, 2005, 08:18:20 PM
We know we have the best stuff around....we just like to kick around some ideas

Did I say something wrong Oscar......if I did I am very sorry.  I just wanted to tell Bob how I liked the auto I did not mean to say anything wrong.  SORRY..... :'( :'(
Posted by BadgeHelpOscar
 - March 16, 2005, 08:18:20 PM
We know we have the best stuff around....we just like to kick around some ideas
Posted by RocknRollGirl
 - March 16, 2005, 08:14:41 PM
Quote from: BadgeHelpBob on March 16, 2005, 06:24:27 PM
'Always split' does not make sense at any point.

JackBot uses the best split strategy available based on actual probabilities. The rule of large numbers means JackBot's split strategy will advance you faster over the long run than an 'always split' strategy will over the long run.


JackBot is a great auto Bob, so do not let anyone tell you different either.  I has taken me to rank 22 in less then 2 days.  Good Going Bob...... O0
Bree
Posted by Thadius856
 - March 16, 2005, 05:20:21 PM
Would 'always split' make more sense if the rock was already at the very bottom? :)
Posted by susanal
 - March 11, 2005, 07:28:56 PM
 ;D ;D ;) love it . good one. thanks flowerpot53
Posted by Homer
 - March 11, 2005, 07:14:40 PM
I think you would have a better chance by entering my contest. I doubt badgehelp would let you trade auto for another one. If they did that everyone would have a reason they wanted to trade it in. That's like telling Microsoft I don't like Windows 98 anymore, you can have it back now give me XP for free.
Posted by Homer
 - March 11, 2005, 07:00:22 PM
Queens.....lots of queens. :D
Posted by LustyPirateWench
 - March 11, 2005, 06:59:01 PM
Quote from: Homer on March 11, 2005, 05:51:57 PM
Quote from: Jeffer on March 11, 2005, 05:27:25 PM
As long as you're not counting cards, Basic Strategy is A-OK at casinos. O0

But I don't think they'll allow an auto   ;).

Well, I guess I'll just have to bring Dustin Hoffman with me then. :P

Wapner at 5... time to go to KMart...
Posted by Homer
 - March 11, 2005, 05:51:57 PM
Quote from: Jeffer on March 11, 2005, 05:27:25 PM
As long as you're not counting cards, Basic Strategy is A-OK at casinos. O0

But I don't think they'll allow an auto   ;).

Well, I guess I'll just have to bring Dustin Hoffman with me then. :P
Posted by texan
 - March 11, 2005, 05:44:09 PM
I for one love this jackbot...I never realizes just how bad i sucked at blackjack lol...But then along came this lil proggie and I'm moving right on up those ranks like theres nutting to it.  I have always ordered from badghelp and will continue to so so..they make the best O0
Hugs
Beth