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Love playing with bones? Assyk a calcium rich Kazakh game

If someone walked up to you and asked, “Do you love playing with bones?” you might assume they were recruiting for a medieval dungeon society, a pirate crew, or possibly a very enthusiastic dog park. But relax. We’re talking about Assyk — a gloriously simple, wildly competitive, and undeniably calcium rich Kazakh game that has been entertaining people long before mobile apps convinced us that … Continue reading Love playing with bones? Assyk a calcium rich Kazakh game

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How to Teach Kids Traditional Games They’ll Treasure Forever

You’re standing in the backyard with a ball in one hand and a bunch of kids staring at you like you’re about to reveal the secret of the universe. You’re not teaching them calculus, though—you’re teaching them Pitthu (a.k.a. Lagori, a.k.a. Seven Stones). And the moment that ball knocks over a tower of rocks, the squeals of laughter sound better than any victory song. That’s … Continue reading How to Teach Kids Traditional Games They’ll Treasure Forever

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Spades: A Black Millennial
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Spades: A Black Millennial’s Guide to the Ruthless Card Game You’ll Love to Hate

Spades is a classic trick-taking card game, often called the unofficial national pastime of Black cookouts, barbershops, and HBCU dorm rooms. It’s a game of partnership, power moves, and petty revenge. If you don’t know how to play, don’t fake it. That’s how you lose friends and get disinvited from Juneteenth next year. Players Objective Win as many “books” (aka tricks) as you and your … Continue reading Spades: A Black Millennial’s Guide to the Ruthless Card Game You’ll Love to Hate

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How to Play Hearts (Black Queen) Like Never Before

Looking for a fun and strategic card game to play with friends? Hearts, also known as Black Queen, is a classic trick-taking game that blends skill, strategy, and a bit of luck. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, this guide will help you understand the rules, master advanced strategies, and enjoy this timeless card game. What Is Black Queen? Hearts is a trick-taking … Continue reading How to Play Hearts (Black Queen) Like Never Before

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Sweep
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Sweep: The Most Intelligent Game You’ve Never Heard About(Until Now)

Listen up! You might think you’re pretty sharp because you can solve Wordle in two tries, recite your ex’s Netflix password from memory, or hold a philosophical debate about which Hogwarts house fits your vibe, But have you played Sweep? Because if not, I hate to break it to you—you’re missing out on the most intellectually superior card game known to humankind (or at least … Continue reading Sweep: The Most Intelligent Game You’ve Never Heard About(Until Now)

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