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Keno Strategies That Will Make You Rich
It will not ordinarily be seen as the most lucrative game in the realm of gaming, but keno has loads of fanatical supporters. As well it should! It’s a regularly entertaining lottery-like game that’s simple to learn, abundantly available in a number of different formats, and one that might yield millions of dollars for those who master its uncounted subtle rules. But let’s start with the basics for now.
When defining keno to newcomers, some wagering pros compare it to the lottery. This is at least in some ways apt, in that each game is generally numerical. But to take that comparison too far can be to downplay the innumerable unique characteristics that make keno so fun. Unlike bingo, keno enthusiasts have the ability to choose the numbers for each and every card.
Keno cards have a total of 80 numbers, but the gambler is accord an additional degree of personal responsibility by being able to select as numerous (or as few) numbers as he needs. And it doesn’t take a genius to ascertain how to fill out a card: all you do is circle or otherwise mark all of your picked numbers with a every day oldball point pen like you had when you were in grade 3.
Once you’ve checked your numbers, take the keno card back to the nice person at the keno booth. The girl will record your numbers and then give you a receipt. Don’t misplace this (potentially) valuable bit of paper! Even if the clerk remembers your pretty face and would like to help out, without a winning ticket with you, you will get precisely $.00 for your winning card.
OK, so there you have strategy #1: always be sure to keep your keno receipt. Let’s go on to something a tiny bit more complex, yes?
Now that you’ve checked off your numbers, get yourself into a comfy keno booth and see the action take place on the screen. This is where the winning numbers are displayed in lights. If you marked winners, mark your card accordingly. Sake care not to take your time, or sit there praising yourself for an obnoxious length of time. You need to get back to the keno booth to redeem your winnings, since a new drawing will likely begin within not too many minutes.
Strategy #2: always be sure to get back to the keno stand on time!
Assuming you can not trust yourself to meet that 5 minute margin every time, you always have the option of purchasing a "multi-race" card. These include the same set of your handpicked numbers on anywhere from 2 to twenty cards. When the maximum number of games (matching the number of tickets) is played, you can then get off your numb bum and go collect your winnings.
Still another choice is referred to as a "stray and play" keno ticket, which normally allows you make number selection for thirty keno games or more. Heck, you can take vacation to Greece and not have to fret about getting back in time to redeem your winnings. Most "stray and play" slips are good for up to a whole year after it’s bought!
So now you are aware of a handful of necessary schemes for winning keno. If you are a knowledgeable user, they might seem quite obvious. Still, it will not hurt to bone up on the fundamentals, and if you are a beginner player, every bit of advice will help make your keno experience more enjoyable.