Ten and a half

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Ten and a half is a card game with rules very similar to blackjack. The game is popular in China and is usually used for gambling.

[edit] Rules

The rules are very similar to blackjack, with the following exceptions:

  • A, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 are worth their face points. J, Q and K are worth half point.
  • Players and dealer are dealt one card at the beginning.
  • A player is busted when he exceeds 10 and a half point.
  • Any player (but not the dealer) who gets five cards without busting immediately wins his bet.
  • Any player who gets 10 and a half point in the first two cards immediately wins his bet.
  • There is no splitting, doubling or insurance.
  • Dealer usually does not have pre-set rule on when he should stop drawing more cards.
  • There is no pushing. If the dealer and a player have the same point, dealer wins.
  • Winners are usually paid 1:1.
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