Myths and legends about roulette

Roulette has been attracting gamblers for a long time, and many people want to try their luck at the wheel of fortune. The game is extremely simple, and its essence is to bet on a certain number or colour. And if the ball falls on the bet, the player wins. And previously there wasn’t that much entertainment, so roulette became incredibly popular, with full clubs full of visitors.

Of course, many called it a diabolical creature, while others saw nothing wrong with it. There were also those who wanted to unravel the secrets and know how to always win. But in any case, there were myths and legends that were handed down over a long period of time and have survived to the present day.

Deal with the devil

At certain times there were many accusations that a man was in league with demons if he often or even regularly won. That is, he has sold his soul or made a similar deal with an unholy force.

From pauper to oligarch in just one week

In 1911, in the territory of France, Xavier Aubry, being an orphan and earning by begging, was able to become an oligarch in just one week. He initially saw roulette in the window of his house, and often came just to watch people play and win. But one time he managed to play on his own. One time he saw a rich man being hit by a stagecoach. He immediately stripped off his clothes and took the money, then headed for the casino where he was able to win a lot in just a week.

Create roulette

It is not known for certain when and by whom the game was created. At various times, states have conveyed to the general public that it was all their design, but no one took the information seriously.

Hypnosis

There is a common myth that roulette has a hypnotic effect. During gameplay, when there is a spin going on, a person can be hypnotised and bet differently than they want to. And so he loses and the casino profits.

The reel of fortune

Many say that the shape was chosen because its movement is identical to that of the sun in the sky. And the sun has long been considered a sign of wealth. So the chances of winning go up.

Ancient Egypt

There is evidence that already in ancient Egypt, there was a device that resembled a roulette wheel in form and function. There was parchment on the surface of the device, and before a certain event, people would spin and wheel and watch the result. People really believed in it.