It is commonly played by four players (with some three-player variations found in Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asia). 6 0 obj Additionally, you may also match flower tiles with other flower tiles, and season tiles with other season tiles--even if they don't have identical faces: flower tiles. <> endobj It’s an updated version of the printed book. 27. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 196 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 32>> endobj Mahjong. Including description of the different tiles, how to set up the tiles, playing games,calculating scores and tables of different winning hands. 11 0 obj A: Because Chinese mah-jongg is much simpler than American mah-jongg. endobj It offers a gentle introduction to the game for those who have not met it before. 12 0 obj 24 0 obj 39 0 obj Creating a winning hand Each player’s objective is to arrange the tiles in their hand into four sets and an identical pair, allowing them to declare Mahjong … 31 0 obj <>/F 4/Dest[ 43 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 11>> endobj How to Play Mah Jongg. x@�B� As each tile is discarded, the player must announce the name of the tile she is discarding so that all players are aware of the discard (e.g. 27 0 obj endobj 17 0 obj endobj 3 Bam, 8 Crak, 2 Dot, North, Red Dragon, Soap, etc). 7 0 obj Why Chinese mah-jongg, why not American? 36 0 obj And Wright-Patterson also is distinctly an American variety. endobj endobj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 195 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 31>> The National Mah Jongg League publishes a card each year at the end of March. INTRODUCTION TO MAHJONG. Q: Hold on a second. Mahjong is a strategy game, so it's best to think about your moves before you do them. Each player in turn must pick up one tile and discard one tile, always keeping 13 tiles in their hand, not including Seasons or Flowers. Mahjong is a four player game of skill, originating in China. endobj 32 0 obj Traditionally, the tiles have been made from ivory or bone dove-tailed into bamboo. endobj This is available worldwide from my Gumroad store. %PDF-1.7 <> They all have their own differences in rules and scoring, some of them quite different and in respect of scoring, more complex. 41 0 obj Mah-Jongg is played with four players, and a fifth person may be a bettor. Feb 15, 2017 - Explore JazzyzGurl's board "Mah Jongg" on Pinterest. <>/F 4/Dest[ 41 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 9>> Many people have already played the game in the past, but rules may vary wherever play has been learned. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 175 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 172 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 17>> The Balsall Common U3A Mahjong Rules are based upon the Hong Kong Gateway Ladies Mahjong Rules. The Gateway Ladies play a game most consistent with Hong Kong Mahjong Rules. 4 0 obj 26 0 obj 21 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 180 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 19>> endobj 35 0 obj Mahjong is a popular Chinese game played with sets of tiles. endobj This e-book will focus on Chinese Mahjong rules. But a variety of other materials has also been used including wood, Bakelite, resin and modern plastic. 20 0 obj <> Mah-Jongg RULES Sites. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 182 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 20>> Mahjong or Mah Jongg is a four player game which employs both skill and luck.It was brought to the United States in the 1920s when Joesph Park Babcock published “Rules of Mah-Jongg.” Below are the rules to American Mahjong, which differs slightly from its Asian predecessor. Part 4: Rules for Discarding and Picking Up Tiles: 1. A reminder: because every author describes the rules differently, it is not recommended that you spend a lot of time trying to reconcile one author's rules with another's (even when they are ostensibly defining the same "flavor" of mah-jongg!). 25 ¢ each) and the winner of the next Mah Jongg wins the pot as well. (to help you work out your score) A shop . stream endobj <>/Metadata 3667 0 R/ViewerPreferences 3668 0 R>> There are many versions of Mahjong, but the main 4 are • Chinese • Hong Kong • American • Japanese. The object of the game is to create melds until you can go out, or go "Mah Jongg!" Riichi House Rules In games that use Riichi House Rules, the players split the pot proportionally to the number of hand points they have at the end of the game. The Chinese Official rules are endobj endobj It is intended to be printed on both sides of each sheet, so I suggest that you use a fairly good quality paper like 110gsm. 2. <> endobj 13 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 189 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 25>> This book is based on the British Mahjong Association rules. 10 0 obj The Go-To Instruction Book To Learn The Rules, Sets, And Art Of The GameHow to Play Mah Jongg: A Beginner's Guide to American Mah Jongg offers first-time players an easy-to-follow guide to this complex game. 15 0 obj $.' Please note that tax will be added if required. A Mah Jong Handbook is the all-comprehensive Mahjong guide, offering a clear and concise introduction to the classic Chinese, Western, and Japanese rules of the game and outlining its many variants. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 114 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 13>> The good news is that as we are playing the Hong Kong version and this is considered the simplest method both for rules and game scoring. 29 0 obj endobj Mah-Jong, British Rules – PDF version. You can play any number of sessions until you decide to finish. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 141 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 15>> 6@U\����T Y�g�ꅼG�5z���`/�m썟s��|#�\���Ƥ�Ϊ�����n殼��;�P,�����^c'?�80U��Ɓ�*O6�PT/�;� ������~m�?�9 !�Eη��j��$�\m��ݷ�/��76��=�Nz����w�p`�8qg�J6DU)�z�$����9���9���։ ��@N�����b��Cl�)��I+Qj�.�A(�UM5���)�\�4�$��L-/���o�|W�+�uSU�4��2�čt��e���x�4MQe�*�[+�{o%��`�����}{�r���†Bh��w�l���]��y���,�1e�Vl�]�k��c�r*G������+�Jg������u�ȅDﶨ���#[ <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 194 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 30>> This website gives a detailed, illustrated description of the rules of Mah-Jong as set out by the British Mah-Jong Association (BMJA). [��n������y"&��Cl���9('�ď8����~B9� K��oX�7����z�Q�n @�� m �!�7 ! The aim of the game is to win the most points, often represented by the special tokens (called tallies). <> British Rules Guide to Mahjong.pdf (978 KB) A handy A5 guide to playing Mahjong using British rules. .. (For UK customers this is 20% VAT, so the book will cost £7.79) An illustrated description of Mah-Jong (BMJA rules) BEGINNERS THE GAME SCORING GLOSSARY ri PLAYING AID BOOKS CALCULATORS ABOUT STRATEGY INTRODUCTION QUESTIONS EQUIPMENT SETS CONTACT SHOP cs WEBSITES CLUBS & CONTACTS . 1 0 obj FθP�b�9'b)��s;tK]���PM^vtƓ��������;!�� � L��70U��"�E����q�o?���k˷�� ����EN�P-q3E~}�|^d+Ǿ�`9��@��K�9���_Il��z�?��S�O;� J���oP�K5�5�B�c�|>��׶����=��^�U��f�߰��vE�=�\l]�}�c7P�-S͑!�s��9��Y#��!�}5n��5vB endobj stream <>/F 4/Dest[ 38 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 8>> <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 185 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 21>> In the British form of mah-jong a goulash is played following a wash-out 26. So, with that excellent news, its onwards and upwards! The question that you asked (and thus the question that I am answering with this FAQ) is: "PLEASE just give me REALLY SIMPLE rules for Mah-Jongg!!!" <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 191 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 27>> 18 0 obj Mahjong or mah-jongg (English pronunciation: / m ɑː ˈ dʒ ɒ ŋ / mah-JONG, Mandarin Chinese: [mǎ.tɕjâŋ]) is a tile-based game that was developed during the Qing dynasty in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. This is called 'robbing a kong' and earns the winning player bonus points. endobj endobj 25 0 obj 37 0 obj ����1m��Cg�Eb6����O\U�rL��TqKY���JX�O�$Oٲ��,Gz�� <=7�BY�X������z ��Ze�7�Oז�l�w�E����D[W��/�r�yHNl�r��3vB�2�;,U� G�a�� g�%���Q�p ?�1��4>��z���j �Oܜ��} %� �Z K��u_(Qe�e"aVz&'��:2�����1�c���!xP��@�A��y�4�B�c���^[�m���vӯ���o#�1�6F����`f��H�g+�گ<1��s��c#OJ,��b3O*�BO2�a��v|���J��*��e����K���}7ȿ�n� kK� M� �U_X�e���;W�&��^Ϸ��{�-S������S��g��+���R�e���*!ݚ����, The object of modern American (sometimes called "Jewish") Mah-Jongg is to make the tiles match up with a hand on a Mah-Jongg card. 34 0 obj <> mahjong score card pdf - Google Search. endobj It is similar to Western Gin Rummy in concept. 8 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 130 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 14>> l�U�n*x ,�X���s Z)���6�E��ȴƪ��29ӓ%b2+Vyr&&/{��)�� Here’s an explanation of the PDF version of my book. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 193 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 29>> 45 0 obj More general information about Mah-Jong can be found here as well. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 190 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 26>> Covid has had a huge effect on Mah-Jong, but there are still some ways to play. <>/F 4/Dest[ 18 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 2>> 22 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 186 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 22>> A U3A Beginners Guide to Mahjong . <>/F 4/Dest[ 31 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 6>> <> So perhaps it would make more sense to call it "Womens' Mah-Jongg" than to call it "Jewish Mah-Jongg." 28 0 obj The content of this book will help U3A members to start to play Mahjong if no-one is available to teach. CHINESE MAH-JONGG SIMPLIFIED. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 152 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 16>> At the end of the guide … It is intended to be printed on both sides of each sheet, so I suggest that you use a fairly good quality paper like 110gsm. One way you might consider (if you are a couple in the same home) is the two-player game. <> CLICK ON IMAGE TO SEE MORE INFO & GET THE BOOK. <>/F 4/Dest[ 24 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 4>> 30 0 obj The Mah-Jong PDF book will print onto A4 size paper. endobj However, if a group of people x�͜Mo�8���x� endobj Approximately 98% of the players of American mah-jongg are female. endobj A clear, illustrated explanation of the British Mah-Jong Association (BMJA) rules. endobj Printable Pictures Scores Pdf Printables Google Search Crafts Print Templates Handmade Crafts Diy Crafts endobj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 188 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 187 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 23>> endobj These rules will focus on the most basic rules of mahjong, which are the same across most other variants. endstream endobj 5. A great way to learn Mahjong—it presents the complex rules in a clear format, introducing those unfamiliar with the game to its rules and techniques. <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 13 0 R 15 0 R 19 0 R 22 0 R 25 0 R 29 0 R 32 0 R 34 0 R 39 0 R 42 0 R 44 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Hong Kong Mahjong (with the acronym HKOS which stands for Hong Kong Old Style) is probably the most popular variation of mahjong played in China. �{�q��m�+�4m�n��:�"`� �;�C�ͼ��. endobj <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 198 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 34>> endobj Some people play using the Australian book ‘The Game of Mahjong Illustrated by P A Thompson & Betty Maloney’ which clearly explains and illustrates the game - with an easy scoring system. For reader convenience, these sites are categorized by "flavor." 42 0 obj American British, and so on. season tiles. Card Number We do not keep any of your sensitive credit card information on file with us unless you ask us to after this purchase is complete. 43 0 obj See more ideas about Mahjong, Mahjong tiles, Mah. 3 0 obj endobj Like many popular games, mahjong has many regional variations, from the Chinese prevailing wind system to American mahjong with special bingo-like scoring cards. These special Please note that tax will be added if required. endobj 33 0 obj 44 0 obj A session consists of: Building a four-sided City wall from the tiles; Dealing out a portion of the tiles to each player; Assembling the tiles into sets or a special hand by: endobj endobj 16 0 obj endobj endobj Hilvary Robinson is … <>/ExtGState<>/XObject<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 46 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 12>> endobj Beat Mahjong by eliminating all tiles. 19 0 obj I was introduced to it in my university days and played with what’s known as %���� 9 0 obj <>/F 4/Dest[ 14 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 1>> <> If a player should draw a tile from the wall and form a kong a player requiring the tile to go mah-jong may claim the tile. Our House Rules have added a few scoring hands that are derived from British Rules (non-competition), namely the Knitting and Snake hands. Mah Jong is a game that is similar to Rummy, but it is played with tiles instead of cards. CLICK ON IMAGE TO SEE MORE INFO & GET THE BOOK. 5 0 obj It is based on British Mahjong Association Rules. HKOS uses a progressive scoring with doubles (fan). (Answers to the many questions that I have been asked about the BMJA rules) Mah-Jong Calculators . <>/F 4/Dest[ 28 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 5>> <>/F 4/Dest[ 33 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 7>> <>/F 4/Dest[ 21 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 3>> 40 0 obj ��7)�(Фmv��������*��u�C��r(�u#�Jʖ�@q�RH���ݾ���{�����~�͗�t3=���������]>��-�M�/����ÿ{��a���7o�����xD0��1�"�d*1g��S�v�x��+���g���E����xU �H3L�@�C���ֹ��hqo�EW2U�r���}��l��+�©@,�� ��ALbsP�)u�T�qm+�N~��6Tw��8�o��O����@h������w�t�;j뫟��ciR�`�Pt�-�n7��}���QlT��84ܧ]�g�?�`$�)G�HLEC�����K�Wr�'�����h��FbIC������ail��g���U(�i�l"� HKOS mahjong's gameplay and form is very similar to Chinese traditional mahjong. 38 0 obj endobj Introduction . <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 192 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 28>> This is available worldwide from my Gumroad store. endobj OVERVIEW: Tile Classification ⇒ minor tiles ⇒ major tiles ⇒ Honour tiles ⇒ Bonus tiles . The rules that follow are known as modern American rules. endobj Mah-Jong (pronounced with a soft “J” and variously known as Mah-Jongg or Mahjong) is a charming Chinese game played with engraved tiles. endobj 23 0 obj <>/F 4/Dest[ 43 0 R/XYZ 69 769 0] /StructParent 10>> Some authorities use the term "American Mah-Jongg" in reference to Western (British Empire) style. endobj It’s an updated version of the printed book. Continue reading → If you using a smartphone I would advise that you download and view the free sample of the book first to check that you can read it OK. (A hardcopy version of the book is available here to UK customers only), Mah-Jong, British Rules book (PDF version) … £6.49, Mah-Jong, British Rules book (PDF version) … FREE sample, (For UK customers this is 20% VAT, so the book will cost £7.79), Here’s an explanation of the PDF version of my book, download and view the free sample of the book first. “pot” (e.g. ",#(7),01444'9=82. Saved by GJG. .. (For UK customers this is 20% VAT, so the book will cost £7.79). endobj ���� JFIF H H �� C 2 0 obj endobj 14 0 obj Mahjong–BritishRules.com CLICK HERE TO SEE NEW, IMPROVED WEBSITE. <>/ExtGState<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 197 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 33>> Tile Classification The tiles can be classified into four types; minor tiles, major tiles, honour tiles and… <> After a player has called mah-jong all hands are displayed and scored. (where you can buy the latest version of my book and laminated playing aid – and also download some free … <> The Aim of the Game.