How much do you have to gamble to be a 7 star?

As a wide-eyed video poker enthusiast entering his first casino decades ago, I never imagined joining the vaunted ranks of the Seven Stars club. Reserved only for Caesars most coveted patrons, Seven Stars status seemed impossibly out of reach. But through many late nights, roller coaster runs, and casino hosts wooing me with champagne service, I‘ve lived the experience needed to detail exactly what it takes to reach this pinnacle.

Let‘s pull back the velvet rope on Seven Stars status – from earning the mountains of tier credits necessary for admission all the way to enjoying VIP treatment worthy of a whale.

The Basics: A Staggering 150,000 Tier Credits

In the Caesars Rewards program, Seven Stars members sit firmly at the top of the hierarchy. But it‘s a rarefied air that only a fraction of players will ever breath. Here‘s what‘s required:

• Earn an astronomical 150,000 tier credits in one calendar year
• Maintain excellent standing across all Caesars properties
• Receive an invite to join by Caesars Marketing Team

That first bulleted item is the real eye-opener. Most Caesars members will never get halfway close to that number in tier credits. To put into perspective, you need to acquire over 15x the credits required for Diamond status. And that bump to Diamond already places you in the top tier of players.

So in essence, Seven Stars is reserved for the best of the best – the top fraction of a percent of Caesars most valuable patrons. But exactly how many nights at the roulette wheel and slot machine pull handles will it take? Let‘s run the numbers.

Earning Tier Credits Across Casino Games

Any gambling activity using your Caesars Rewards card earns tier credits to inch closer towards Seven Stars. Here is the typical credit earn rate across popular games:

Crunching the numbers, hitting 150,000 tier credits would require:

• $750,000 wagered playing slots
• $1.5 million playing table games like blackjack or roulette
• $3 million in video poker bets
• $4.5 million rake generated playing poker
• $7.5 million in sports bets placed

As you can see, the sheer volume of gambling required is staggering. And that‘s not even considering the grind of hours upon hours of play needed to churn through millions in bets.

Negotiating Whale Status with Your Casino Host

In addition to logging marathon gambling sessions, Seven Star candidates also work closely with casino hosts to access VIP services. Developing this relationship is key, as the hosts can enable:

• Access to high limit slots and table game rooms
• Transportation (limos or jets) and room accommodations
• Personalized casino credit lines or markers
• Comped meals, events, and entertainment

Ideally you want to establishcontacts with several exec-level hosts across Caesars properties. This gives more leverage to negotiate favorable room rates, discounted losses, and reduced comp requirements.

It also helps to strategically plan your play. Launching into a new tier level like Seven Stars, I would schedule multi-day visits and front load my biggest bets. This immediately captures the host‘s attention and sets the stage for VIP treatment. Then over time, you can negotiate holding smaller credit lines or relaxing comp policies.

The Hours and Bankroll Required

Realistically, becoming a Seven Stars member requires practically making Caesars your full-time job. Expect to spend 30-50 hours per week gambling across their properties. If going hardcore at the tables, easily assume losing $5,000 -$10,000 per visit.

So you need the bankroll and temperament to withstand six figure losses over the year. This likely means significant assets, income streams, or credit to fund this lifestyle. And remember – once achieving Seven Stars you‘ll need to requalify with high volume tier credit earnings by the next January.

For many, chasing status levels seems exciting. But practically, chasing Seven Stars means significant financial risk and little time for anything beyond gambling in Caesars casinos.

Lavish Perks Await Seven Stars Members

While the road is daunting, the payoff for Seven Stars members is exceptional VIP treatment. You‘ll gain access to the best that Caesars offers, including:

• Guaranteed room suites with priority early check-in
• Free flights on Caesars Jets
• $500 celebration dinner each month
• Luxury gifts from Rittenhouse Square
• Complimentary show tickets & event access
• Personal casino hosts handling your every need

Additionally, Seven Stars members paying with their Caesars Rewards card receive room discounts, waived resort fees, and higher tier credit & reward point bonuses.

The combined perks totals easily into six figures each year. And that‘s not even accounting for the sports car thrill of being a casino VIP with access to the most exclusive events, restaurants, and amenities Caesars offers.

Worth Chasing Caesars‘ Highest Rank?

While tempting to chase, I always encourage players to responsibly enjoy their gambling hobby. As the grind for Seven Stars shows, pursuing status can quickly lead to financial risk and life imbalance.

Yet for those with the means, becoming a Seven Stars VIP grants you an unparalleled casino experience. My advice is to always first set limits according to your lifestyle. But if able to comfortably sustain high betting levels, by all means enjoy the VIP ride – just be prepared for the marathon slog getting there!