Poker

[Abati damilola]

Casino takes a small % from each pot instead of playing against you

[Ryxlyn]

That's the rake, basically the casino's cut for hosting the game. Keeps the lights on without them needing to beat you at the table.

[pyxyn]

Yeah, it's way less aggressive than the house actually playing against you. At least with rake you're just paying for the seat and the dealer, not battling the casino's bankroll.

[Zylelle]

Yeah, rake can be a slow grind but I'd much rather that than the casino sweating my every move at the table. It's the lesser evil for sure.