Question: How do you play with a 5th player (Bettor)? Answer: A variation created by the National Mah Jongg League supports a 5-player game. Some people call this, “playing with a bettor”, or “5th player betting” Here’s how it works.: The game begins with four players seated at the table while the 5th player sits […]
Question: I know this would be an extremely rare instance but, what would happen if East is lucky enough to have a winning hand after the Charleston? Answer: If East is lucky enough to have a winning hand after the Charleston, the hand is considered self-picked and the value of that hand is doubled. This […]
Question: What happens if the bettor forgot to bet? Answer: When a bettor forgets to place the bet either in writing or on a betting device, they must pay the winner just like the other players. This rule is not in Mah Jongg Made Easy Source: National Mah Jongg League Bulletin Q&A 1987
Question: Can a bettor talk to the players during the game? Or, can a bettor change their bet once a game has begun? Answer: Under no circumstance can a bettor talk to or in any way interfere with a game in session. Once a bet is made it cannot be altered in any way. If […]