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Stories about the Spanish deck, the rules explained plainly, details about our decks and project news.
Curiosities ·
Can you play a perfect game?
Playing a perfect game of cards does not guarantee a win: the deal comes down to chance, and your opponents’ cards are hidden. What you can do is make the best possible move with the information you have, giving yourself the strongest chance of winning in the long run.
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Culture ·
How medieval nobles played cards
Hand-painted decks, courtly pastimes and wagers that worried kings: discover what card games were like at the courts of the late Middle Ages.
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Spanish deck ·
The aces of the Spanish deck: the story behind each one
The as de oros (ace of coins) bears the maker’s mark, the as de bastos (ace of clubs) is a huge cudgel, and the as de espadas (ace of swords) and as de copas (ace of cups) have stories of their own. We explore all four aces in the Spanish deck.
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Rules and concepts ·
Why are cards dealt one at a time?
Dealing cards one at a time, in threes or in fives is not just a quirk. Here’s why cards are dealt this way and how each game’s traditions shape the deal.
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Game psychology ·
How card games strengthen friendships
A weekly card game can keep a friendship going for decades. Here’s why playing together brings us closer and what makes partnership games so special.
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