The Complete Guide to American Mah Jongg Strategy | I Love Mahj
A detailed guide to American Mah Jongg strategy with tips for all phases of the game (from racking to Mah Jongg). READ MORE HERE.
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"I have nothing!" This is the common lament of many Mah Jongg players once they rack their initial tiles. It's true that luck has a large part to play in the game, but whether you're playing in person or <anchor>online</anchor>, having a good grasp of strategic and tactical moves can increase your chances of turning this "nothing" hand into a winning one.
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