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*A hand must have at least one [[yaku]]. Yaku can be synonymous with "poker hands" - they are patterns/criteria that score points. For example, a "pair" in poker means having two of the same number card. [[Toitoi]] ("All Triplets") is when the hand consists entirely of triplets (that is, having 4 triplets in total). In general, yaku that that are harder to get scores more [[han]], which calculates to more points. | *A hand must have at least one [[yaku]]. Yaku can be synonymous with "poker hands" - they are patterns/criteria that score points. For example, a "pair" in poker means having two of the same number card. [[Toitoi]] ("All Triplets") is when the hand consists entirely of triplets (that is, having 4 triplets in total). In general, yaku that that are harder to get scores more [[han]], which calculates to more points. | ||
Mahjong is a zero-sum game - whenever a player gains points, the other players lose a total of that many points. Therefore, [[tile efficiency|developing hands quickly]] and [[defense|minimizing point losses]] are important aspects to the | Mahjong is a zero-sum game - whenever a player gains points, the other players lose a total of that many points. Therefore, [[tile efficiency|developing hands quickly]] and [[defense|minimizing point losses]] are important aspects to the games. Sometimes, it may be best to [[betaori|give up winning]] in order to prevent paying for others' hands. | ||
The rules to the game is complex. Gameplay is generally similar to most Asia-originated variants of mahjong. For a more detailed overview, see the [[rules overview]] the page, or the rest of this article. | The rules to the game is complex. Gameplay is generally similar to most Asia-originated variants of mahjong. For a more detailed overview, see the [[rules overview]] the page, or the rest of this article. | ||
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*'''Triplets:''' Triplets are three identical tiles. Any tile may be used in a triplet | *'''Triplets:''' Triplets are three identical tiles. Any type of tile may be used in a triplet. | ||
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! Closed !! Open | ! Closed !! Open | ||
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As part of the game, players have the ability to claim other player's discards through [[chii]], [[pon]], and [[kan]]. | As part of the game, players have the ability to claim other player's discards through [[chii]], [[pon]], and [[kan]]. | ||
*Chii: Call to complete a sequence. Chii can only be done to discards from the player directly before you in turn order (the player left of you). | |||
*Pon: Call to complete a triplet. Pon may be done on any player's discards. Pon may cause a player's turn to be skipped. | |||
*Kan: Call to complete a quad. See the [[kan]] page for the procedure. | |||
When you have claimed an opponent's discard, your hand becomes '''open'''. When the hand is opened, some yaku are impossible to get, and other yaku are reduced in value. Open hands can complete faster, and some yaku do not reduce in value when opened. Any hand that is not open is considered closed. A key part of the game's strategy is deciding if you want to open the hand. | When you have claimed an opponent's discard, your hand becomes '''open'''. When the hand is opened, some yaku are impossible to get, and other yaku are reduced in value. Open hands can complete faster, and some yaku do not reduce in value when opened. Any hand that is not open is considered closed. A key part of the game's strategy is deciding if you want to open the hand. | ||
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: Being the first declare riichi is especially powerful. Since only one player can win the hand, being first to tenpai gives a speed advantage. Plus, other players do not know the value of your hand, so even if your hand is cheap, declaring riichi can scare off opponents. It is best not to rely on scare tactics, but it is a consideration. | : Being the first declare riichi is especially powerful. Since only one player can win the hand, being first to tenpai gives a speed advantage. Plus, other players do not know the value of your hand, so even if your hand is cheap, declaring riichi can scare off opponents. It is best not to rely on scare tactics, but it is a consideration. | ||
Riichi is a huge part of the game's strategy. It is the single most common yaku. Even if you do not know any other yaku, you can always use riichi if you have a closed | Riichi is a huge part of the game's strategy. It is the single most common yaku. Even if you do not know any other yaku, you can always use riichi if you have a closed hand. However, it is not always a good idea to declare riichi. In addition, you should watch out when other players call riichi. | ||
===Furiten=== | ===Furiten=== | ||