House edge
The casino's average share of all money wagered—not a prediction of your session.
RTP
Return to player is the other side of house edge. A 96% RTP corresponds to a 4% house edge in the stated model.
Total action
Bet size × decisions. Recycled chips still count, which is why time and pace matter.
Variance
How widely short-term results scatter around the average. High variance can mean long quiet stretches and sharp swings.
Bankroll
Money deliberately set aside for play. A limit controls exposure; it does not change the odds.
Comps
Rewards typically funded by expected loss. Value them realistically and never generate extra play to earn them.
The durable rule: lower edge, smaller wagers, and fewer decisions reduce theoretical cost. No staking system turns a negative-expectation game positive.
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