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Rules and concepts ·
What is the monte in Tute and Guiñote?
The monte [draw pile] is the stack of cards left face down after dealing. Players draw while the monte lasts; once empty, the rules change.
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What are the "diez de últimas"?
The diez de últimas are the ten points awarded to the player who wins the final trick in Tute (a trick-taking game), Guiñote, or Brisca (a trick-collecting game). They often decide the game.
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What is an órdago in Mus? The move explained
The órdago is the most famous move in Mus (a traditional Spanish card game): you stake everything on a single round. We explain when to call it and when it is strategic.
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Tutorials ·
How to teach a card game in five minutes
Explaining a game without boring anyone is harder than playing it. We give you a simple method so your friends learn by playing, without the lectures.
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Rules and concepts ·
What is a renuncio in card games?
Committing a renuncio means breaking a mandatory rule, such as failing to follow suit when able. We explain what it is and how it is penalised.
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