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A beginner-friendly guide to basic yaku (winning patterns) in mahjong with formation conditions explained clearly. Read this to quickly understand mahjong yaku.
A comprehensive guide to all types of waiting patterns (machi) in mahjong, including ryanmen, kanchan, penchan, shanpon, and tanki waits. Learn the difference between good and bad shapes and master efficient waiting strategies for beginners.
Complete beginner-friendly explanation of mahjong score calculation mechanics. From formulas deriving scores from fu and han to dealer/non-dealer differences and mangan+ scores, explained clearly with examples.
A beginner-friendly guide to essential 'yaku' (winning patterns) in mahjong. Learn why yaku are necessary, which ones to learn first, and practical yaku you can use immediately in games.
A beginner-friendly guide to fu calculation in mahjong. From quick reference tables to detailed calculation methods, comprehensive explanation of fu knowledge needed for scoring.
A comprehensive introduction to mahjong for beginners, covering tile types and basic gameplay flow. This guide will help you understand the fundamentals of mahjong.
Complete yaku list organized by han value. Detailed explanations of formation conditions, calling availability, and practical strategies from 1 han yaku to yakuman.
A detailed explanation of the 136 tiles used in mahjong, including suit tiles (Characters, Dots, Bamboo) and honor tiles (Winds, Dragons), with pronunciation guides.