DownloadBoerenbridge, popularly known as Chinese Pooping in Flanders, is a strategic card game centered around predicting and achieving a set number of "strokes" or tricks in each round. Here's a comprehensive guide to understanding and keeping track of points in this engaging game.
Objective and Gameplay
The primary goal of Chinese Pooping is to accurately predict the number of strokes you can win in a round. Each round starts with the dealer distributing an equal number of cards to each player, beginning with one card in the first round, two in the second, and so on, up to a maximum that depends on the number of players. For example, with five players, the maximum is ten cards per player. After reaching the maximum, the number of cards dealt per player decreases back to one card in the final round.
Bidding and Trump
Players, starting from the left of the dealer, bid on the number of strokes they expect to win. The highest bidder gets to choose the trump suit for that round. Importantly, the dealer, who bids last, must ensure that their bid does not result in the total number of strokes bid equalling the total number of cards dealt in that round. For instance, if seven cards are dealt and the first three players bid 0, 3, and 2 strokes respectively, the dealer cannot bid 2 strokes because it would make the total equal to 7.
Scoring
Scoring in Chinese Pooping is straightforward yet crucial for determining the winner. Here’s how to keep track of points:
- Successful Bid: If a player accurately predicts the number of strokes they will win, they earn points equal to the number of strokes they bid. For example, bidding 3 strokes and winning exactly 3 strokes awards 3 points.
- Unsuccessful Bid: If a player fails to meet their bid, they lose points equal to the number of strokes they bid. For instance, bidding 3 strokes but winning only 2 results in a deduction of 3 points.
- Overachieving: If a player wins more strokes than they bid, they receive no points for the extra strokes. For example, bidding 3 strokes but winning 4 strokes still only awards 3 points.
Example of Scoring
Let’s consider a round where each player receives 5 cards:
- Player 1 bids 2 strokes and wins 2 strokes: +2 points
- Player 2 bids 1 stroke but wins 0 strokes: -1 point
- Player 3 bids 3 strokes and wins 4 strokes: +3 points
- Player 4 (dealer) bids 1 stroke and wins 1 stroke: +1 point
After all rounds are completed, the player with the highest total points is declared the winner of the game.
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By understanding these rules and keeping a meticulous track of points, you can enhance your strategy and enjoyment of Chinese Pooping. Whether playing casually or competitively, this guide should help you navigate the game with ease and precision.
