In the world of Mahjong, some card types are talked about by players because of their extremely low probability of appearance and unique combination methods.Mahjong Hu eighteen scholarsIt is one of them. For most mahjong enthusiasts, it may be difficult to encounter it in actual combat once in their lives. So, what exactly are eighteen scholars? What are its special rules? This article will provide you with a comprehensive analysis of this rare card type.

What is Mahjong Hu eighteen bachelor's degree?

Eighteen Bachelors, also known as the "Eighteen Arhats", is a special type of harmony card in mahjong. It refers to the fact that when Hu is playing, the cards in the hand haveFour bars(Open bar or hidden bar can be used), plus a pair of general cards, a total of 18 cards. Since the cards need to be replenished from the end of the card wall, the final number of cards in the hand is 18, hence the name "Eighteen Bachelors".

Among the national standard mahjong, the eighteen bachelor's degree belongs to the "four-bar" brand type, counting 88 times, which is one of the highest. In local mahjong such as Sichuan Mahjong and Guangdong Mahjong, there are similar rules, but the specific number and names may vary. For example, Sichuan Mahjong is often called the "Eighteen Arhats" and is also a top-level card type that is extremely difficult to appear.

Composition conditions of eighteen bachelor's degrees

To achieve the 18th bachelor's degree, the following conditions must be met:

  • There areFour bars, can be an open bar or a hidden bar, or it can be a mixed bar (a mixture of light and dark).
  • The remaining two cards form a pair of general cards, which can be any pair.
  • After the bar card must be from the end of the card wall to fill cards, and fill cards can Hu card.
  • In some rules, blooming on the bars (i.e., playing cards after playing cards) may add extra points, but the Eighteen Bachelors themselves already include four bars.

It should be noted that four bars mean that you need to touch or touch four sets of the same cards (four cards per group), which is extremely difficult in actual combat. Because there are only four cards of each type in a deck of Mahjong, to get together four sets of bars means that you need to monopolize all four cards of at least four types, or obtain them by touching and holding cards.

The probability and practical difficulty of eighteen bachelor's degrees

The probability of occurrence of eighteen bachelor's degrees is extremely low. It is estimated that in ordinary mahjong games, the probability is aboutOne in a million。This is mainly because:

  • The need for four sets of bars means gathering 16 identical cards (four in each set), which in itself requires excellent luck and card luck.
  • After the card is taken, the card must be able to play the card, which increases uncertainty.
  • Other players may cut your beard or destroy your card type.

Therefore, eighteen bachelors are usually regarded as a card type that can be encountered but not sought. Many veterans of mahjong have been playing for decades but have never seen it with their own eyes. In some mahjong competitions, if eighteen bachelor's degrees appear, it will often become the focus of the audience.

How to identify and seize opportunities in actual combat?

Although it is difficult to pursue the 18th bachelor's degree deliberately, if the following signs appear in actual combat, you can consider developing in the direction of the 18th bachelor's degree:

  1. There are two or more pairs or chips in the starting hand, and these cards appear less frequently in the card river, which means that other players may not need these cards and you have the opportunity to touch or bar them.
  2. In the middle and late stages of the game, you have successfully tied two or three sets, and the structure of the hand allows you to continue to hold cards. At this time, you can try to advance to the 18th bachelor's degree.
  3. There are more cards left on the card wall, there are enough cards for you to make up cards behind the bar.

However, it should be noted that pursuing the 18th bachelor's degree often requires giving up other more secure opportunities, which is extremely risky. If the game situation is unfavorable, it is recommended not to pursue it forcibly, so as not to lose the gain.

Variations of the Eighteen Bachelors and Related Brand Types

Among the different rules of Mahjong, there are some variants or related card types of Eighteen Masters:

  • Sigangzi: That is another name for the eighteen scholars, emphasizing the four bars.
  • Four bars bloom in succession: On the basis of the four bars, the last time you make up the cards behind the bars, that is, flowers are blooming on the bars, and the number of times may be higher.
  • eighteen Arhats: The name in Sichuan Mahjong is similar, but there may be different requirements for light and dark bars.

In addition, in some local rules, if all four bars are hidden bars, they are called "four hidden bars", which is higher in number but also more difficult.

summary

Mahjong Hu eighteen scholarsIt is an extremely rare top-level card type in mahjong. It requires four bars and a pair of trump cards, and the probability of occurrence is extremely low. Understanding its rules and practical skills will not only increase your knowledge of mahjong, but also make correct judgments when you encounter opportunities. Although it is difficult to pursue it deliberately, once you get eighteen bachelor's degrees, the sense of accomplishment will be unparalleled. I hope this article will help you better understand this legendary card type and wish you good luck at the table!