Purbeck U3A Mah Jong group
A ‘Full’ Mah Jong game being standard 144 tile play, goulash and scoring with tallies, rotating winds and recognising penalties all in accordance with British Mah Jong Association (“BMJA”) rules.
Local ‘Purbeck’ variations have been adopted to enhance play. Players may choose to use what are known as ‘Purbeck Special Hands’ in their game play. These Purbeck Special Hands are 14 hands not provided for under BMJA rules but are widely used throughout the world. The scores applicable to these Purbeck Special Hands have been brought into line with BMJA special hands scores
Ideally games are played by four persons although games may also be played satisfactorily by 3 persons. A group of 5 people may also participate in the game by one person in turn sitting out during a round. A book may be purchased from www.MahJong-BritishRules.com but other booklets on the market are usually equally useful. ‘Know the Game’ booklet is good although rules have been updated over the years with each reprint.
Group members are required to have their own email address or a buddy with email who is prepared to relay messages. Virtually all communications among the group are by email. The Group has space and would welcome new members.