In the first example I don't understand how this line is better than betting the flop. You said "You know you're probably behind, since you can put LP on an ace - but you're representing a MONSTER by checking behind on the flop and raising the turn." but I don't think the tens are probably behind, I think the pair of tens is most likely the best hand on the flop and I'd want to make my opponent pay to see the next card.

I'd like this play if I thought there was a decent chance my opponent would fold an Ace but:

- Most players don't make this fold.
- Very few players who open-limp in late position will make this fold.

I prefer betting which lets them make the mistake of calling which they are much more likely to do.

However, I like the second hand where it's more likely that Hero's hand is behind and the chance of villain folding a better hand is much higher.

Just some thoughts...