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1.3 Settings Menu Choice
This dialog box allows the user to set the general rules under which the games are played:
In the box, "Partnership" you set which basic rules you want to use. The two top choices ("Fixed Partners" and "2 Cards") relate to the American rules. Selecting "1st Trick" gives you the option of calling an ace or having the winner of the first trick as your partner in all cases. Normally the first trick option can only be called, if you are unable to call an ace.
The "German Call" check box selects the Bavarian rules.
Below the basic rules settings there are several other options that customize the rules according to widely-played options. Not all options are available at all times.
- official rules
This section determines the rules that will be used during play. Clicking "official rules" uses the official rules of the German Sheepshead Association. This mainly limits the number of solo types and extra points that can be earned.
For those who don't want a "friendly reminder" when they misplay a card, the item "misplay - > lost" can be selected. This plays according to the actual rules under which a misplay means a lost game.
- Regulars' Rules
This section is used to set options that are not permitted by the official rules, but which are commonly used in informal play. For example, you can play with a "pot" or allow any Ace to be called, even if you don't hold another card of that suit.
An important setting is the one that determines the trump suit. The American rules generally use Diamonds while the German rules prefer Hearts. You have the choice.
Selecting "With Double/Re " (Contra/Re) - allows you to increase the scoring values by indicating the team to which you belong.
Selecting Short Pack (without 7/8) plays without the 7s and 8s. Thus, there are only six cards in a hand. This option substantially simplifies the game so that, for example, underplaying a 10 generally makes no sense.
Under "More..." are various additional options such as a variety of solo types and extra points.
- Playing Mode
This section gives you the opportunity to switch between a normal 4-person game and Practice/Analysis Mode.
"Practice/Analysis Mode" provides a couple of extra windows not available in a normal game.
Additional functions are also available including:
The score sheet is not updated in Practice Mode.
In "4-Person" mode you can enter separate names for the individual players. More important, however, is to set a playing style for each of the computer opponents using the popup menu.
Please don`t forget, you cann`t choose any playing styles, because with the V 2.0 there is only the first 4. The V3.0 offers already 8 types of play to them, thus to "Expert". The further 8 types ("p-long-term" and "professional") still are in the development and
are for testing only to our club members. You find more information to our club membership under:
- Suggestion Type
This popup menu allows you to enter the playing style that the computer uses when making a suggestion for you.
- "Mrs."
Enter how you wish to be addressed.
- "Your Name"
Please enter your name here.
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