Isn't the stake the price?
No — they're separate. Your stake is money you put on your own habit, and you can win all of it back. The pass is what keeps the lights on: Kai, the Room, the Board, your receipts.
What if I have a perfect month?
You keep every dollar of your stake. The pass is the only fixed cost — the same $19 whether you slip once or dial all 30 days.
So how do you make money if I win?
From the pass, not your stake. We're not holding a pool waiting for you to lose. A clean month is the best outcome for both of us.