Mah-jong

Mah-jong

Mah-jong, also spelled mahjong or mahjongg, is a traditional Chinese game that has gained popularity around the world. It is a game of skill, strategy, and chance, played with tiles that are similar in appearance to dominoes. The game is typically played by four players, although variations exist for fewer or more players. The objective of the game is to collect sets of tiles and form a winning hand. The game of Mah-jong has a long history, dating back to the Qing Dynasty in China. It was originally played by the aristocracy and was considered a game of leisure and entertainment. Over time, the game spread to other parts of the world, including Japan and the United States. Today, Mah-jong is played by millions of people around the world, both casually and competitively. Mah-jong is played with a set of 144 tiles, which are divided into three suits: bamboo, characters, and circles. Each suit has tiles numbered from one to nine, and there are also honor tiles and bonus tiles. The gameplay involves drawing and discarding tiles, and players must use strategy to determine which tiles to keep and which to discard. The game also involves a certain amount of luck, as players are dependent on the tiles they draw. There are many variations of Mah-jong, each with its own rules and scoring system. Some variations are played with jokers or wild tiles, while others involve special hands or bonuses. Despite the variations, the basic gameplay remains the same, and the game is enjoyed by players of all ages and skill levels.

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