#Online Card Games

[retrogamingloft]

Durak, meaning "fool" in Russian, is a well-known card game originating from Russia. It uses a 36-card deck, omitting the 2 through 5 cards from a standard 52-card deck. The objective is to avoid being the last player with cards in hand, as this player is called the "Durak." The game accommodates 2 to 6 players.

Each player starts with six cards. The next card from the deck is placed face up to determine the trump suit, and the remaining deck is placed crosswise on top of this trump card. The player with the lowest trump card begins as the attacker, and the player to their left becomes the defender.

The attacker attempts to play cards against the defender, who must counter with a higher card of the same suit or a trump card. If the defender successfully counters all attacking cards, the cards are discarded, and the next player becomes the attacker. If the defender cannot counter, they must pick up all the cards on the table, and the next player becomes the attacker.

Players can join the attack by adding cards of the same rank as those in play, provided the total number of attacking cards does not exceed six or the number of cards in the defender's hand if it is less than six.

After each turn, players draw cards from the deck to maintain a hand of six cards until the deck is depleted. The attacker draws first, followed by the defender, then the other players in clockwise order. Once the deck is exhausted, players continue without drawing new cards.

The game continues until one player is left with cards in their hand after all others have discarded theirs, and this player is labeled the Durak. The game can be played in multiple rounds, with the loser of one round often starting as the first attacker in the next. In some variations, the game ends as soon as one player is left with cards, while in others, the Durak may face penalties or specific tasks.

Durak is celebrated for its simplicity and strategic depth, requiring players to carefully choose when to play their cards and trump cards. There are several variations of the game, including "Throw-in Durak," "Passing Durak," and "Perevodnoy Durak," each introducing different rules and strategies that add complexity and new layers of interaction among players.

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The Game Night Art Zine I put together for the Zine Fest is finally available in my shop! Its a 22 page zine with some comics about playing games. There's a few old comics, but most of them were newly made for the zine! You can get them in my shop HERE

[dark-falz]

PSO C.A.R.D. Revolution

Pollux

[pyrateko]

The Wheel of Fortune turns evermore, a cycle that we cannot control

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like this post if you've played Uno

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[retrogamingloft]

Beasley Solitaire is a card game that utilizes a standard 52-card deck. The cards are laid out in a 4x10 grid with their faces visible. The goal is to clear the grid entirely by pairing cards to achieve a sum of 13. Valid pairings are as follows: Ace (1) with Queen (12), 2 with King (13), 3 with Jack (11), 4 with 10, 5 with 9, 6 with 8, and two 7s together.

When a pair of cards totaling 13 is identified, those cards are removed, causing the remaining cards to shift and fill the gaps. The game concludes successfully once all cards have been eliminated from the grid. Different versions of Beasley Solitaire may feature varying grid sizes or scoring methods.

The game's outcome hinges on strategic planning to reveal and match cards efficiently. This engaging solitaire variant challenges players' logical reasoning and ability to recognize patterns.

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the malkuth tarot deck (1/2)

[miyamiwu]

Essential Elements of an Unlimited/Infinite Flow Story

As someone attempting to write my own Unli Flow, I thought I’d take note of the different elements so I can have a guide I can always refer back to.

I’ve explained what Unli Flow means many times before, but in case you missed it: Unlimited/Infinite Flow is a genre in Chinese web novels that feature characters entering multiple “instances” where they have to complete a challenge and/or solve a mystery. Failure in doing so would lead to consequences, most often death.

There’s also this definition by AshuraYami from the NovelUpdates Forum:

Unlimited Flow/Infinite Flow is a genre originating from the CN novel Terror Infinity. The genre mainly revolves on world hopping involving fictional works (anime, comics, movies, games and novels) and/or original worlds created by the author. Infinite Flow, as it’s ‘infinite’ namesake suggests, can accommodate all other genres, be it fantasy, sci-fi, horror, romance, etc. Representative works are Terror Infinity (origin of genre), Reincarnation Paradise (most chapters and word count), The Ultimate Evolution (promoter of data flow, an infinite flow derivative that is more game-like litRPG) and Thriller Paradise (most famous horror infinite flow).

With the definition out of the way, let’s goooo

[This post will also serve as a rec list of sorts, since I’ll be giving examples of each element from different danmei novels.]

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1. The Authority

The entity/system in charge of the Unlimited Flow system as a whole. Most stories just chalk it up to the Unli Flow being some kind of otherworldly being/extremely advanced AI that just likes to mess with people.

Examples of The Authority

(based on what I remember, at least… Also, beware of spoilers)

The Earth is Online: The Universe

Mist: I forgot what it’s called, but that high tech system in charge of all the Time Traveling stuff...

High Energy QR Code: That black and white cube thing

Surprise! The Supposed Talent Show was Actually—?!: … The TV station...

From left to right: Tang Mo from The Earth is Online and Wu Jin and Wei Shi from Surprise! The Supposed Talent Show was Actually—?!

[Spoilers End]

From having read numerous Unli Flow stories, I conclude that crucial to a great, not just good, Unli Flow story is a well-defined Authority. The explanation behind the Authority’s existence and motives is the foundation to the entire story.

You can have a very fancy building (cool instances, well-developed characters, an exciting enemies to lovers couple, etc.), but if the foundation is flimsy, the building’s value would plummet in your eyes. You can still appreciate the building, of course, but you will never be content with it.

Examples of some novels that are good in almost everything else except The Authority (in my opinion): [spoilery]

Supernatural Movie Actor App: It was too profound with not enough groundwork laid for it, resulting in The Authority feeling detached from the main story.

I Upended Yet Another Campus Urban Legend: The Authority was not exactly bad; it was just inadequate. The justification of the Unli Flow existing became unconvincing because of this.

Escape the Infinite Chamber: THE AUTHORITY IS SO FUCKING RIDICULOUS THAT IT’S ABYSMAL. And the entire thing was explained in just one scene and from one extra??? SO MUCH PAIN AND SUFFERING AND THAT’S THE ONLY EXPLANATION WE GET??? HORRENDOUS!

[Spoilers End]

From left to right: Book covers of I Upended Yet Another Campus Urban Legend and Supernatural Movie Actor App

2. Instances

Also known as “copy.” The other world/dimension where players have to face the different challenges.

The Authority may be the foundation, but the Instances are the defining aspect of the Unlimited Flow.

A lot of novels, however, are quite perfunctory when it comes to instances, just using it to further the main couple or as a mere stepping stone to the overarching plot. Or, if they’re not being perfunctory, then the Instances are just plain boring.

The first instance, especially, tend to be the most boring. Authors often use this to dump all the information about how their unli flow works. This usually gets better by the time the 2nd or 3rd instance comes around....

Upon successful completion of an Instance, players will then be rewarded with either points, special abilities, magic items, etc.

Examples of novels with GREAT instances (based on logic, thrill, horror, etc. Again, all in my own opinion):

I Became a God in a Horror Game: The horror is present all throughout. I can still remember the fear I felt while reading about the statues in the first Instance. Each instance/arc also emotionally impacts you, an effect that most Unli Flow writers don’t really aim for or just generally tend to fail at. (This is also my favorite unli flow novel at the moment~)

The Earth is Online: (same author as Fourth Perspective, which I’ve posted a lot about before) What I love about Mo Chen Huan, the author, is how they write intelligent MC’s but without making them seem too OP. And this is because she actually shows us the MC’s thought process, inviting us to think along with them and figure out how to solve the challenge, and not just make her characters say “aha!” This is what makes the Instances in TEIO great and memorable.

High Energy QR Code: The story could make use of more showing than telling, but I actually love the Instances in this novel. You know how good stories are often described as a well-made tapestry in that every little thread contributes to the big beautiful picture? That’s how each Instance reads in this novel. (Absolutely love the Instance about the town where everybody lies.)

Fu Wendou, the male lead of The Earth is Online

3. NPCs

A gaming term which stands for “Non-Player Character.” Refers to characters who live within Instances and act in such ways that further the plot or challenge presented by the Instance. They may go against players or assist them. May or may not have a will of their own.

Examples of NPCs:

Xu Beijin, the protagonist of Being an Extra Actor in an Escape Game

Lu Chu, the protagonist of Insider.

The iconic Mosaic from The Earth is Online

The male leads from Escape the Infinite Chamber, I Became a God in a Horror Game, Killing God with Junk Cards, etc. (Most danmei ML are special!NPCs 😩)

From left to right: Book covers of Being an Extra Actor in an Escape Game and Killing God with Junk Cards

4. Player Hall

A space outside of instances where different players can gather and exchange information. Most of the time, this is in a space still separate from the real world. Players are often prohibited from using their powers in this space.

In some novels, Players have no choice but to live here, completely cutting them off from the real world. In this case, accommodation quality will depend on the Player’s level or points.

5. Personal System

The Personal System issues challenges to the player and keeps track of their current attributes, physical and mental states, etc.. It also calculates rewards and punishments for the player. First and foremost in service to The Authority. (If they aren’t, then they’re most likely the Love Interest in disguise. If not, the Player had somehow swayed it to their side).

6. System Store

The points earned from the different Instances serve as the Players’ currency, and they can use it to buy things from the System Store. The Store may sell weapons, medicine, magical items, or even special abilities. Basically, any item that can help the Player during Instances. Of course, it may also sell non-magical items, like food and everyday items, at a much lower price than special items.

7. Player’s Goal/Wish

In some novels, the Goal is simply to clear all the Instances and leave the Unli Flow for good. But in others, the Unli Flow allows Players to exchange their points for a Wish. The more difficult the Wish, the more points are needed, and the more Instances are needed to be cleared.

Examples of a Goal/Wish:

Supernatural Movie Actor App: Xie Chi wants to give his second personality a body of his own.

I Became a God in a Horror Game: If I’m remembering it correctly… Bai Liu just wants to have lots of money.

I Upended Yet Another Campus Urban Legend: Lin Yi wants to learn the truth about his parents.

Thriller Tour Group: Wei Xun wants to find the truth about his family’s disappearance… and his Wish is to uhh… feel pain?

After the Little Crybaby Enters the Nightmare Cycle: Chi Nan’s Wish is to regain his vision, stop crying and get his memories back.

Death Spiral: To uhh… figure out what the voice in the Elevator is trying to tell them? To regain their memories? [The actual Wish is a big spoiler, so I won’t mention it here.]

From left to right: Book covers of After the Little Crybaby Enters the Nightmare Cycle, Thriller Tour Group, and Death Spiral

Aaaand there you have it! I was hoping to list 10 elements, but I can only think up to 7 😔

Although I said this post is a rec list of sorts, the quality of the novels I mentioned actually varies. I’m just listing whatever novel would be good as an example (and also what I can remember and have more or less completed, since many of the Unli Flow novels I’m reading are currently on-hold).

[playscreenplay]

Strategic Triumphs: Exploring League of Legends Gameplay and Steam Card Perks

In the realm of online gaming, few titles hold the same prestige and enduring popularity as League of Legends. Renowned for its dynamic gameplay and strategic depth, League of Legends continues to captivate millions of players worldwide. This article delves into the strategic triumphs that define the League of Legends gameplay experience, while also exploring the enticing perks that come with Steam Cards.

League of Legends Gameplay:

League of Legends, commonly known as LoL, stands out for its strategic and team-based gameplay. The game features two teams of five players each, known as champions, who battle on a three-lane map with the ultimate goal of destroying the opposing team's Nexus. What sets League of Legends apart is its diverse roster of champions, each with unique abilities and roles, creating a dynamic and ever-evolving gaming experience.

Strategic Depth:

The heart of League of Legends lies in its strategic depth. Successful gameplay requires not only individual skill but also effective teamwork, communication, and strategic decision-making. From drafting a balanced team composition to executing coordinated attacks, every match is a test of wit and skill. The strategic element is what keeps players coming back, eager to refine their strategies and outsmart their opponents.

League of Legends also boasts a thriving esports scene, where professional players showcase the pinnacle of strategic prowess. The annual World Championship, attracting millions of viewers, demonstrates the game's enduring appeal and the high stakes involved in mastering its strategic intricacies.

Steam Card Perks:

Beyond the exhilarating world of League of Legends, Steam Cards add another layer of excitement to the gaming experience. Steam Cards, which can be earned or purchased on the Steam platform, offer a variety of perks, including discounts on games, exclusive content, and even in-game items for certain titles.

For League of Legends enthusiasts, Steam Cards open up opportunities to enhance their gaming experience. Players can use Steam Card funds to purchase Riot Points (RP), the in-game currency of League of Legends, allowing them to unlock champions, skins, and other cosmetic items. This synergy between Steam Cards and League of Legends provides players with additional avenues to customize their in-game experience and showcase their style on the virtual battlefield.

Conclusion:

In the world of online gaming, League of Legends stands as a strategic triumph, drawing players into its immersive and competitive universe. The combination of diverse champions and intricate gameplay mechanics ensures that every match is a unique experience. Adding to the allure are the perks offered by Steam Cards, providing players with opportunities to enhance their League of Legends adventure. As players continue to navigate the strategic landscapes of League of Legends, the allure of Steam Card perks adds an extra dimension to the excitement, making the gaming journey all the more rewarding.

[digi-lov]

Okay so I wanna get your Opinion on something. For those wanting to customize their DCGO Sim cards, or in general for whoever cares, I was thinking about doing "un-dub" edits of the Digimon cards. This will in all cases include Tamers, for example changing Tai Kamiya to Taichi Yagami.

For the Tamers it's relatively easy, but for the Digimon I am wondering, where to draw the line? So I wanted to see what you think, how much you would like to be "fixed"

To not make the post too long on dashboards I'll put the ellaboration under a cut, but please do read it before voting

Each Option includes the previous Feel free to leave more nuanced opinions in the comments etc. -Reblogs appreciated-

Option 1: Only fixing Dubnames that complicate Card Interactions

Such as, BurningGreymon or Dorugreymon not having [Greymon] in their name, or Kendogarurumon not having [Garurumon] in its name according to the rules, due to their Japanese names not containing these.

Option 2: Also fixing Names that were straight up Changed.

Such as Gatomon > Tailmon, Piximon > Piccolomon. Including names that were "translated" from Japanese, such as: Tapirmon > Bakumon. With Digimon names being inspired by all sorts of languages and cultures I think it's fair to keep Japanese in the mix. They also stopped doing this in modern Digimon names, such as Bakomon.

Option 3: Also fixing weird romanizations

Such as, fixing Aruraumon > Alraumon, Varodurumon > Valdurmon. (They DID spell it "Valdur" on Chaosmon: Valdur Arm) But making exceptiong for reasonable romanizations such as keeping Motimon instead of Mochimon.

Option 4: Cutting name ends to reflect Japanese names

Such as Wizardmon > Wizarmon, Ghostmon > Ghosmon, Armadillomon > Armadimon

Option 5: Change all names to reflect their etymology

Such as changing Antylamon > Andiramon, Dorumon > DORUmon

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