So, I just got back from Vegas, and yeah, I went down the Martingale rabbit hole again. I swore I’d stick to a budget this time, but those roulette tables at the Bellagio had me in a trance. Started with small bets, feeling smart, doubling up after every loss like it’s foolproof. Worked for a bit—had a nice stack going—then one bad streak and poof, my wallet’s crying. I even tried it at a sportsbook on some basketball games, thinking I could outsmart the odds there too. Spoiler: didn’t go much better. Anyone else get sucked into this system on a casino trip? I keep telling myself it’s the thrill, but man, Vegas knows how to humble you fast.