Dragon Tiger Card Rules & Value Hierarchy
Card ranking is straightforward: Kings are the highest cards (13 points) and Aces are the lowest (1 point). Hand suits do not impact standard winner determinations.
Betting options include Dragon Win (1:1), Tiger Win (1:1), Tie (8:1 or 11:1), and Suited Tie (up to 50:1).
| Bet Type | Standard Payout | House Edge | Settlement on Tie |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Win | 1 : 1 (Even) | 3.73% | 50% of stake returned on Tie |
| Tiger Win | 1 : 1 (Even) | 3.73% | 50% of stake returned on Tie |
| Tie Bet | 8 : 1 (or 11:1) | 17.83% | Both hands equal value |
| Suited Tie | 50 : 1 | 13.98% | Identical rank and suit |
| Big / Small (Over/Under 7) | 1 : 1 | 7.69% | Loses if card is a 7 |
Roadmap Tracking & Trend Analysis
Like Baccarat, Dragon Tiger provides detailed trend boards: Big Road, Bead Plate, and Derived Roads, allowing players to spot dragon streaks and ping-pong patterns easily.
Never rely exclusively on shoe history, but use roadmaps to align with table momentum.