Betting Strategy: Rational Choices and Bankroll Discipline

I. Core Principle

Gambling is a game of probability, and the House Edge cannot be eliminated. The true strategy is not about “guaranteed wins,” but about reducing risk, extending playtime, and capitalizing on occasional opportunities.

II. Choose the Right Games and Bets

1. Prioritize low house edge games
   • Baccarat → Banker bet (house edge ~1.06%)
   • Blackjack → Follow basic strategy (house edge 0.5%–1%)
   • European Roulette → Outside bets (red/black, odd/even, high/low), house edge 2.7%
2. Avoid high-risk bets
   • Sic Bo triples, Baccarat ties, Roulette single numbers → high house edges, long-term losses guaranteed.

III. Bankroll Management

1. Unit system: Divide your bankroll into 20–30 units, betting 1–2 units at a time.
2. Stop-loss & stop-win:
   • Stop once you lose 30% of your bankroll.
   • Cash out when profits reach 30%–50%.
3. Never chase losses: Increasing bet size after losing is the fastest way to go broke.

IV. Common Betting Methods

1. Flat betting: Wager the same amount each round, the safest way to extend playtime.
2. Fibonacci system: Progress bets following the Fibonacci sequence; lower risk than doubling but still requires discipline.
3. Martingale (not recommended long-term): Doubling after losses can recover quickly, but long losing streaks plus table limits will wipe you out.

V. Mindset Matters

• Treat gambling as entertainment, not investment.
• Be satisfied with small wins; stay calm during losses.
• Limit session length — shorter play reduces the impact of probability grinding you down.