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Gather your Supplies:
- Multiple decks of cards (to accommodate multiple players).
- A flat surface to place the cards.
- Devices with video conferencing capabilities.
- A communications platform (e.g., Zoom, Skype, Discord).
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Set Up the Game:
- Choose a dealer who will manage the game.
- Assign player positions (including the dealer) around the “table.”
- Decide on the betting limit and chip denominations.
- Each player places an ante (small wager) before being dealt cards.
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Dealing the Cards:
- The dealer shuffles the deck(s) and deals two cards face-up to each player, one at a time.
- The dealer also deals two cards to themselves, one face-up and one face-down (the “hole card”).
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Player Actions:
- Players can choose to:
- Stand: Keep their current hand and end their turn.
- Hit: Request another card from the dealer.
- Double Down: Double their ante and receive one more card.
- Split: If a player has two cards of the same value, they can split them into two separate hands, requiring an additional ante for the new hand.
- Surrender: Fold their hand and forfeit their ante.
- Players can choose to:
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Dealing to the Dealer:
- After all players have completed their actions, the dealer reveals their hole card.
- The dealer must hit on 16 or below and stand on 17 or above.
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Determining the Winner:
- Players with blackjack (21 in two cards) are paid 3:2 (triple their ante).
- Those with hands over 21 “bust” and lose their ante.
- If no one gets blackjack, players closer to 21 than the dealer win their bets.
- Players tied with the dealer push (neither wins nor loses).
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End of the Round:
- The dealer collects losing bets, pays out winning bets, and gathers the cards.
- A new round begins, or the game ends if players decide to stop.
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Communication and Etiquette:
- Communicate clearly and respectfully during the game.
- Avoid distractions that may affect gameplay.
- Adhere to the agreed-upon rules and betting limits.