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The Dwarf King

The Dwarf King is a trick-taking card game played over 7 rounds. In each round, the scoring rules change depending on unique contracts and special cards.

Game Objective

Collect the most points over 7 rounds. Since contracts can also award negative points, the player with the highest total sum at the end wins.

Game Flow

The game consists of 7 rounds. Each round follows this sequence:

1. Preparation & Special Card

• The dealer shuffles the deck and randomly draws one Special Card (blue back) to be shuffled into the deck.
• All cards are dealt equally among the players.

2. The Contract

• The player who received the 5 of Dwarves (red) reveals the top card from the Contract deck.
• They choose one of the two challenges described on the card (e.g., "Each trick is worth 2 points" or "Each Dwarf is worth -1 point").
• This contract applies to the entire current round.

3. Playing the Round (Tricks)

• The player with the 5 of Dwarves leads the first trick.
• Following Suit: Players must follow the suit played (Dwarves, Goblins, or Knights).
• If a player cannot follow suit, they may discard any other card.
• The player with the highest card of the suit led wins the trick and leads the next one.
• Special Cards: These cards often modify the rules of the trick (e.g., changing the suit or the value of a card). Their effect triggers immediately when played or during scoring.

4. End of Round & Scoring

• Once all cards have been played, players calculate their points based on the chosen Contract.
• Points are recorded on the score pad. The special card is removed from the game, and a new round begins.

Card Categories & Symbols

• Dwarves (Red): Often the target of contracts (positive or negative).
• Goblins (Green): Usually low values, often "trouble" cards.
• Knights (Blue): High values, crucial for winning tricks.
• Special Cards: Unique effects that vary each round.
• Contract Cards: Determine which cards are "good" or "bad" for the current round.

End of Game

The game ends after the 7th round. The player with the highest total score is crowned the new Dwarf King.