What we’re about
"God does not play dice, but he probably plays mahjong. Yes, Riichi Mahjong" - Einstein, probably.
This group is for anyone interested in playing Japanese mahjong, also known as riichi mahjong. The current mahjong rule we use align with current popular online platform Tenhou or Mahjong soul. All skill levels are welcome - complete beginners too!
How to play? (Google doc)
How to play? (Video)
Introduction
Japanese mahjong (麻雀, Mājan), also known as riichi mahjong.
The game consists of 136 tiles, 34 different kinds:
Ranked tiles, each consists number 1 ~ 9:
- pinzu (circles), ranked 1 ~ 9
- sōzu (bamboo), ranked 1 ~ 9
- manzu (characters), ranked 1 ~ 9
Unranked honor tiles:
- Wind tiles consist of 4 directions: East, West, South, North
- Dragon tiles consist of 3 colors: White , Green, and Red
Each kind has 4 copies.
The game started with 13 tiles in your hand. Each player take turns to draw 1 new tile, and then discard 1 tile you don't need. Your goal is to collect tiles in groups (mentsu).
The group is made up with 3 tiles: it can be straight (such as 234, 789), and triplets (such as 555, 777, EEE).
The moment you draw a new tile that forms a complete hand you win the game.
A complete hand consists 4 groups, a pair, and a victory condition. Victory condition will be taught during the meetup.
During the game, your opponents will try to take the tile you discard to complete their hand quicker. There is only one winner. Once a player complete their hand, the round immediately ends. If you happens to discard a tile your opponent needs to complete their hand, you need to pay up (in points). After a certain number of rounds, the person who has the most points wins the final game.
Sounds fun to you? Come join us!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Riichi Mahjong Afternoon at the Secular hub.Secular Hub, Denver, CO
The game we will be playing is called Riichi Mahjong. It is the most popular form of Mahjong in Japan. Complete new to the game? No worries! We offer beginner's lessons for complete novices. All skill levels are welcome!
This is a video intro of Riichi Mahjong.
This is a more detailed video.If you are new, we recommend you to watch the video.
You may also print out the Introduction google doc I made.
Come join us and have fun.
IMPORTANT:
- Elysium Café & Games is closed, so we will be hosting at the Secular hub.
- Time change: Denver Riichi Mahjong will be held 2nd and the 4th Saturday of the month
- Time overlap: There will be some time overlap with other mahjong group. They are also playing Riichi Mahjong, but with more advanced playing style. You are welcome to mix and match.
- You are welcome to bring your own set!If you cannot attend the event, please notify me
You can help by ONE of the following:
- Change your attending status
- Notify me in the chat
The amount of people present in the event will greatly impact how many tables we can fill. So in order for me to run the event as smoothly as possible, please notify me before-hand one way or another. That would really help! Your cooperation is greatly appreciated!
