The person after them would get a 'free' play, and may put down any card(s) they wish. At this point that person would pick up the entire pile of cards. Play proceeds in this manner until somebody can't match or exceed the current card on top. That is three 5s may be followed by a single 7. The number of cards by the previous player has no bearing on the current play. So if there's a 6 on top, the next card may be a 6 or anything higher. The next player may play any card(s) that match or exceed the previous cards rank. The rest of cards will be played on top of this card(s). After playing draw enough cards to bring your hand up to 3 cards. He may play multiple cards if they are the same (two 3s or three 5s, for example). He may play any card he wishes, convention is the lowest card in the hand, but that is not a requirement. Play starts with the person to the left of dealer.

Now look at your hand and pick your 3 'best' cards (explained below). Pick 3 at random and place them face down. Pick up your 9 cards, but do NOT look at them. Place the remaining cards where everybody can get at them. 4 is slightly special.Įach Player is dealt 9 cards. Suits are irrelevant and the cards rank, from high to low, A K Q J 9 8 7 6 5 4.ġ0, 3 & 2 are wildcards (explained in a moment). Nines may be played with 2 to 5 players, 3 or 4 being the best.