St.Lucia The craps table is undoubtedly the loudest, most energetic, and most intimidating area on any casino floor.
Despite its complex appearance, the fundamental rules of the game are actually quite simple to grasp.
The Most Important Craps Bet
If you are a complete beginner, the only place you ever need to put your chips is on the ‘Pass Line’.
However, if the shooter rolls a 2, 3, or 12 on that first throw, it is called ‘crapping out’ and you lose the bet.
- The Pass Line bet has an incredibly low house edge of just 1.41%, making it one of the best bets in the casino
- You can place ‘Odds’ behind your Pass Line bet, which is the only wager in the building with a 0% house edge
- Most of the crazy proposition bets in the center of the table are terrible mathematically and should be avoided
Crucial Craps Etiquette
Because the game is so fast-paced and physical, strict etiquette rules must be followed to keep things moving safely.
The most important rule is to keep your hands completely out of the table area when the dice are being thrown.
| Rule of Etiquette | Why It Matters | Consequence of Breaking It |
|---|---|---|
| Hands up when dice roll | Dice hitting hands alters the roll | You will anger everyone at the table |
| Never say the word ‘Seven’ | It is considered incredibly bad luck | You will be glared at by superstitious players |
Do not be afraid to tell the dealers you are new; they are usually very helpful and will guide you through the bets.