In the actual combat of mahjong, many poker players will encounter a classic question:Mahjong can be a game, right?？This question may seem simple, but it involves differences in mahjong rules in different regions. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the relationship between the bar cards and the seven pairs of Hu cards, helping you make more informed decisions at the table.

The basic rules of seven pairs of Hu cards

Seven pairs, also known as the "Seven Small Pair", are a special type of Hu card in Mahjong. They require the hand to be composed of seven pairs, with a total of 14 cards. In most mahjong rules, seven pairs are not allowed to eat, touch, or open, but they can be closed. This is because the four cards of the dark bar are still counted as a pair plus a chip in the hand, while all seven pairs require pairs, so the dark bar will destroy the card structure of the seven pairs.

The influence of cards on seven pairs

When a player selects a bar card, whether it is an open bar or a hidden bar, the structure of the card hand will be changed. A clear bar requires the use of cards played by other players, which usually means that the player has already touched the cards, and a slot will appear in the hand after the touch, which conflicts with the all-pair structure required by the seven pairs. Therefore, under most rules,You can't be confused after the opening ceremony。

The situation of hidden bars is more complicated. Although the four cards of the dark bar are considered a single card behind the bar, in some local rules, if a player can still form seven pairs behind the dark bar (for example, the cards of the dark bar are originally pairs, and the other two cards behind the bar form pairs with other cards), seven pairs may be allowed. However, this rule is not universal and needs to be judged based on the Mahjong rules of specific regions.

Differences in rules in different regions

Mahjong rules vary by region. There are mainly the following situations for whether there are two pairs behind the bars:

  • National standard Mahjong: In national standard mahjong, seven pairs are of 24-fold card types, and no bars are allowed, including hidden bars. Therefore, there is no way to make seven pairs behind the bar.
  • Sichuan Mahjong: In Sichuan Mahjong, seven pairs are one of the basic Hu card types. Normally, no cards are allowed, but some areas allow "dragon seven pairs"(i.e., seven pairs with a hidden bar), which requires extra times.
  • Guangdong Mahjong: In Guangdong Mahjong, seven pairs usually do not allow cards to be used, but some gameplays allow "luxury seven pairs"(that is, seven pairs with a hidden bar), which also requires additional numbers.
  • Japanese Mahjong: In Japanese Mahjong, the seven-pair pair () is a two-game game, and no cards are allowed, including hidden cards.

result, in most mainstream mahjong rules,You can't get married, unless the rule clearly allows special brand types such as "Dragon Seven Pair" or "Luxury Seven Pair".

Strategic suggestions in actual combat

After understanding the rules, how to choose in actual combat? Here are some suggestions:

  1. clear goals: If your hand is close to seven pairs, avoid touching the cards and clear bars to avoid damaging the card type.
  2. Hidden bars need to be cautious: Even if the rules allow for seven pairs of hands after secret bars, the risks brought by the bars should also be considered, such as exposing information and reducing opportunities to draw cards.
  3. flexible: If you can't use seven pairs after the cards are stacked, you can switch to other card types, such as touching Hu, uniform, etc.
  4. Be familiar with local rules: Before starting the game, be sure to confirm the rules of mahjong you are playing to avoid missing opportunities for playing poker due to misunderstandings.

summary

To sum up,Mahjong can be a game, right?？The answer depends on the specific Mahjong rules. In most cases, bar cards (especially open bars) will destroy the card type of the seven pairs, making it impossible to play the seven pairs. However, some areas allow "Dragon Seven Pairs" or "Luxury Seven Pairs" behind hidden bars. Therefore, poker players should be familiar with the rules in actual combat, carefully leverage cards, and flexibly adjust strategies. I hope this article can help you better understand this rule and improve your mahjong skills.