A memorable royal after a complete discard can make that route feel unusually promising. This archive question concerns that impression and points toward a more careful comparison of the information available before the draw, rather than the drama of its result.
The wider question
A useful hand comparison starts with the exact variant and its complete payout schedule. A familiar game name is not enough to identify every rule. When reading a historical strategy discussion, keep its assumptions attached to the example; a different schedule or extra feature may call for a different comparison.
This is an original editorial reading note on the topic of a John Robison column, not a reproduction of the full article. The date above belongs to the original publication. Read the linked column for the author’s complete account and conclusions.
Ask the Slot Expert: More likely to get dealt Royal on throwaway hand?
John Robison · Jul 17, 2024
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