THE WORLD'S #1 POKER MANUAL - Card Games

Poker Book, Definitions
Streaks of luck Chances or odds are
influenced by previous
events. Luck runs in
cycles.
Wild games Such games are not real
poker and require little
skill. "Good" poker
players will not play
these games.
Past means nothing except for the
psychological effects it has on
other players. Luck is an illusion.
Complex or wild games require
more skill and offer greater
advantages to the good player.
Ante increase Attitudes are mixed. An increased ante encourages
looser play and works against
tight players.
Table stakes Winner has an advantage
when he takes money off
the table.
No-limit poker A dangerous game for
pros only.
Play past time limit Chances of winning
decrease.
The good player has more
advantage with maximum money
on the table.
Requires more aggressiveness and
bluffing. Gives the good player
greater advantages.
Advantages for the good player
increase as opponents get tired
and careless.
Violation of rules Enforce rules equally. Interpret rules consistently and
equitably. but enforce rules less
rigidly against weak players.
Change in sequence of
cards while dealing
Opponents' errors such as
betting out of turn
The run of cards is
broken--misdeal.
Scold or penalize the
culprit.
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Makes no difference--keep on
playing.
Usually benefits the good player.
Encourage sloppy and loose play.