When we talk about the tricks that can help you achieve success in the game of rummy, they are essentially the same for almost all variants of the game, be it Classic Rummy or Rummy Tournaments. Before discussing these tricks, it is pertinent to mention that each card awards specific points equal to its face value, while the Jack, Queen, King and Ace cards award 10 points each. The ultimate motive in all of these amazing card games is to form valid sequences and/or sets, and whoever does it first gets zero points and is deemed the winner.
“Never dream of success, but work for it.” -Anonymous
“Success comes from doing the ordinary things in life extraordinarily well.” – Anonymous
Now let’s take a look at 5 unusual ways to accomplish the common task of merging your cards into appropriate sequences and/or sets:
1. First form a pure sequence:
As a pure sequence is an absolute must to win, keep this task at the top of your priority list. It is similar to the proverbial straw that a drowning man grabs to save himself. It is a crucial help because in case you lose, it helps you reduce your points so that your loss is less. So strive for a pure sequence as soon as you start playing.
2. Be careful with high value cards
It can be really tricky to deal with high value cards, i.e. 10’s, Jack’s, Queen’s, King’s and Ace’s. As a general rule, a player should try to get rid of these cards as soon as possible because it is quite easy to understand that they increase his points while our goal is to reduce them. However, if you see that you have three of them as a sequence or a set, then they are actually an asset and there is no harm in retaining them.
3. What is going on in the minds of your opponents
In addition to trying to achieve your goal, it is essential that you behave like a spy. Keep a close eye on the cards your opponents are grabbing or getting rid of. You must possess a fierce competitive streak to outplay the other players. For this, you should keep in memory all the cards that are taken or dropped, as well as the cards that could be there in the closed pile. This is necessary to make sure you don’t help your opponents by inadvertently dropping cards they need.
4. The wild card is a great asset
In our day to day life, a prankster means a clown or someone who is worthless and does nothing but jump around and make people laugh. You may be surprised to learn that in the online rummy game, it’s just the opposite. Don’t be foolish enough to assume that a wild card is useless. A wild card has immense value. It has zero points and can help you form an impure sequence as it can be used in place of any card. How was that!
5. Look before you jump
Never act in a hurry. Just like all the other games, this one also gives you an adrenaline rush, but you must always keep your balance and never behave impulsively. Do not worry if you feel that you have not received very good letters and do not start celebrating if you perceive otherwise. Also, you should not let your expressions show, as this could help others guess where you stand. Your smart efforts can turn the game in your favor.
In one word
Whether you decide to play Classic Rummy or take part in Rummy Tournaments, make sure you keep in mind and exercise the tricks mentioned above as they can catapult you to success!
