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Rules for matjok, based on published sources.
This is a reference guide for the game of matjok (Mah-Tjok), based on published sources. The modern playing style is the main rule set in this rulebook. Where traditional sources differ, that is shown separately as a variant. For quick questions during play, you can go straight to the reference and example pages.
How these rules are structured
New players are best served by starting with the recommended learning route below. It follows the rules in a logical order so the basics become clear first.
Experienced players can mainly use this page as a reference during play. For that purpose, the links under Quick lookup during play are the most useful.
Basics of the game
Recognize the tiles, roles, setup, and ordinary win.
Counting points
Set points, winning points, piang-voe, and rounding.
Multipliers
Scale, maximum forms, and combined multipliers.
Settlement
Winner payment, loser settlement, and exceptions.
Quick lookup
Short summary for use during play.
Examples in view
Visual examples of setup, gameplay, and settlement.
Recommended learning route
For a first read-through, this order works best:
Quick lookup during play
These pages are the most useful as references during a round:
Source basis
- This reference guide is compiled from published sources about matjok. Where possible, the explanation is ordered and clarified without departing from the source basis.
- The main rule set follows the modern source most closely.
- Traditional differences are marked separately as
Traditional playing style.
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