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    Why are the 9's dirty?
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    According to ancient Indian legends, one day in 1 AD, a man wandered into the Ghats. He created a 9 with his own two hands. He placed it in the dirt. Over thousands of years, many people trampled over the card. It became very dirty. Many conquerors drove their armies over it. Mud splashed onto it. That is why 9 is dirty.
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    Am I required to play a card if I have a valid move?
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    No, you are not required to play a card; it is a strategic decision. However, avoid skipping too many turns, as this may reduce your opportunities to play powerful cards later.
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    If I pass and another player plays a double 2s, can I beat it with a double run like 44, 55, 66, 77?
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    Yes, you can. A double run (e.g., 44, 55, 66, 77) can beat a double 2s.
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    Can I play the 2 as my last card in Tien Len?
    WikiBandicootRunner154
    WikiBandicootRunner154
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    Technically, no. If you play a 2 as your last card, it is considered "thúi heo," meaning you have essentially wasted the strongest card and will lose the round. Therefore, you should avoid playing powerful cards like the 2 or double runs as your final card.
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