You may double down your initial bet on any two card total that does not include an Ace. So even if the table looks busy you are also welcome to participate. Note: Up to three people may bet on any one playing box at a time, subject to the rules. If you receive an Ace and a 10 count card in the initial deal, you have Blackjack and you will be paid 3 to 2, unless the Dealer has Blackjack as well. If you tie with the Dealer, it is a stand off and you neither win nor lose. The object of the game is to beat the Dealer’s total by drawing cards that equal 21, or as close to 21 as possible, without exceeding it (busting). The initial deal consists of two cards dealt to each player and one to the Dealer. Players place their bets before any cards are dealt. The game is played with six to eight decks of playing cards.