Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-30915674-20180917043752/@comment-32271305-20180917214608

Taro2345 wrote: idk Who came with this idea of “whale”? "The origins of the term “whale” can be traced back to the competitive gambling community – specifically, the poker scene. Poker regulars tend to put players into sea life-inspired categories, depending on their skill level. Weak players are considered “fish,” while the professionals who hunt them are often referred to as “sharks.” The same pattern can be applied to the amount of money that players bet. Consequently, recreational players may be considered “fish,” while gamblers who play the highest stakes are named after the largest creatures in the casino sea."