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If you walk onto any physical casino floor, the loudest and most energetic area is almost always the Craps table.
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It is a unique gambling experience where players actively cheer for each other and celebrate shared victories.
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The massive felt board, covered in strange terminology and dozens of betting boxes, scares many novices away.
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Fortunately, you only need to learn a few basic rules to jump in and enjoy some of the best odds in the casino.
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Let's demystify the Craps layout and teach you how to make the smartest bets on the board.
+The Basics: The Come-Out Roll and The Point +
A new game begins when a player (the shooter) takes the dice and rolls them across the table for the first time.
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The entire goal of the Come-Out roll is to establish a "Point" number for the rest of the round.
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Once the Point is established, the dealer places a large white puck labeled "ON" above that number on the table.
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The goal is now to hit the established target number before rolling a 7.
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However, if the shooter rolls a 7 before rolling the Point again, it is a "Seven Out," everyone loses, and the round ends.
+The Best Bets: Pass Line and Don't Pass +
You can ignore 90% of the table layout; the smartest place to start is the prominent Pass Line.
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You place your Pass Line bet immediately before the Come-Out roll occurs.
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If the 7 hits before the Point, your Pass Line bet loses. It is that simple.
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While mathematically slightly better (1.36% edge), betting the Don't Pass means you are actively rooting against the rest of the table.
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For your first time, stick to the Pass Line to enjoy the communal excitement and camaraderie of the game.
+How to Lower the House Edge to Zero +
This secondary bet is known as "Taking the Odds," and it is completely unmarked on the table felt.
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Because the payout perfectly matches the probability, over the long run, this bet breaks exactly even.
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If you Take the Odds on a Point of 4 and win, the casino pays you exactly 2 to 1 on that specific portion of your bet.
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Smart players make the minimum allowed bet on the Pass Line and maximize their Odds bet behind it.
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If you are unsure how much you can bet, simply ask the dealer, "What are the max odds?" and they will gladly assist you.
+Essential Craps Lingo + +Rolling: Anyone at the table gets a turn to be the shooter if they have a Pass Line bet. +Come-Out Roll: The very first roll of a new round, used to establish the Point. +The Mark: The number that must be hit before a 7 to win the round. +Seven Out: Rolling a 7 after the Point is established. The round ends and everyone loses. +Free Odds: The secret weapon of professional Craps players. + +Pass Line vs. Don't Pass + +Bet TypeCome-Out WinCome-Out Loss +Playing with ShooterRolling a 7 or 11Rolling Craps (2,3,12) +The "Wrong" WayCraps (2,3)Natural 7 or 11 +Casino MarginVery Low (1.41%)Lowest (1.36%) + +
By ignoring the complex, high-risk proposition bets in the center of the table, you instantly become a smart player.
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Once you understand how the Pass Line and Odds bets work, you are ready to join a live game.
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Craps dealers are among the friendliest in the [casino](https://friezenproperty.com/author/maddisonaskew4/), as their tips often depend on the players winning.
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Grab your chips, find a spot at the rail, and enjoy the most thrilling, communal experience the casino has to offer.
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