Blackjack

[Giovanni_Sgroi]

Foreword

There are 2 ways to play blackjack. The first is with /dice and the second is with /rnumber 13.

 

I think everyone knows ”/dice blackjack” which is using /dice that rolls 1-6, you play up to 21 and the player goes first. Now, dice blackjack originated from Habbo casinos in the early 2000s using a piece of furniture called HoloDice where you could roll between the numbers 1-6 similar to /dice. Another similar game was 13 based on the exact same rules.

 

However, /rnumber was introduced in LSRP SAMP in the early 2010s, and /rnumber 13 became the most optimal way to play real blackjack. The general player base never changed from /dice to /rnumber, and since /dice blackjack wasn't prohibited and casino owners weren't encouraged to use /rnumber only a handful of players (mostly in organized crime circles) adopted the optimal way to play.

 

It's been some 20 years since Habbo so it's time realistic blackjack with /rnumber 13 was played across the board, and /dice blackjack died its death. It's an ancient relic of the early RPG era of SAMP and not a good standard of roleplay. That's only my opinion but no owner or manager of a legal gambling establishment should be allowed to deal /dice blackjack in 2023.

 

Guide

The way realistic blackjack with /rnumber 13 works is very easy. The values are as follows:

 

1 is Ace (1/11)

2 is 2

3 is 3

4 is 4

5 is 5

6 is 6

7 is 7

8 is 8

9 is 9

10 is 10

11 is Jack (10)

12 is Queen (10)

13 is King (10) 

 

Based on probabilities, that's the most accurate system.

 

To play, the dealer deals themselves the first card face-up then the player hits until they stand, and the dealer completes the hand. That's the easiest and most optimal way to play bar none. Advanced players can implement double downs, splits, surrenders, rule variations, etc. which I need not explain. 

Edited July 1, 2023 by Giovanni_Sgroi

[fifu92336]

Thanks for the insight on the origins of dice gambling in RP.

[Yaffa]

Thanks for this! I never knew about the /rnumber command.

[Slushayme]

Yeah, I remember the old days of using dice for blackjack in games – it wasn’t perfect, but it worked. We’d roll and just make up our own rules half the time. Even now, if I’m playing something that needs dice and I can’t find any, I just use an online roller like https://dice.onl/. It’s been a lifesaver for those random game nights when nothing’s around. Keeps things moving without having to dig around for actual dice.

Edited September 23, 2024 by Slushayme
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[Mixo]

Just /card. You can play blackjack 1-1 like IRL!

[Halas1991]

Hello everyone! It was very interesting to reread the analysis of how approaches to playing blackjack have changed - from the old /dice to the more optimal option with /rnumber. And indeed, the development of online formats provides many options, and in this regard I was interested in the resource https://pinco-casino.ca/ where you can see a modern approach to various games. Pinco has something that attracts - a clear interface, a good selection and the feeling that everything is done with user convenience in mind. I have often caught myself thinking that comfort in the details creates a positive experience and allows you to simply enjoy the process.

Edited August 22 by Halas1991

[Slushayme]

Playing /rnumber 13 feels way smoother than the old /dice method. Just casually trying it out on https://www.thespiritmolecule.com/ for casino online fun made me see why precision matters more than tradition. Watching hands play out naturally and keeping the flow simple made the sessions way more enjoyable.

Edited August 25 by Slushayme