Tom Au

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I play a number of board and card games with varying degrees of skill, but using "algorithms" to avoid the most obvious mistakes. Depending on the game, if you can beat me, you are probably not a beginner, and perhaps a pretty good player.


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11
What is this game that's similar to Go?
jun 11 '11 at 0:41
10
Which property group colour gives the best ROI , undeveloped or fully developed, in Monopoly?
jun 17 '11 at 21:31
10
Can the Big Blind Player Post More than the Current Big Blind?
aug 15 '11 at 21:25
9
How often should I bluff in poker?
jan 16 '12 at 21:34
9
In chess, why is 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 a6 4. Bxc6 rarely visited?
jun 18 '11 at 18:18
8
Why is chasing the low considered a trap in Omaha Hi/Lo?
aug 14 '11 at 17:46
7
Can a king capture an opposing queen?
jul 8 '11 at 13:48
6
Why is card counting considered illegal in Blackjack?
mar 14 at 22:30
6
When is a backgammon not a backgammon?
sep 6 '11 at 12:59
5
How can I beat Germany in Axis & Allies: Europe?
oct 26 at 22:46
5
How should hands that are EXTREMELY strong in one suit (10+ cards) be bid?
jan 21 '12 at 16:38
5
Is castling still done in the openings in modern chess?
sep 7 '11 at 16:18
5
Is it unsportsmanlike to concede when you believe you cannot win?
aug 20 '11 at 22:21
5
Monopoly: Strategy in trading --how do I compute the expected value of a trade?
jun 24 '11 at 13:56
5
Are there any reputable chess openings which begin a4, b4, g4, or h4?
jun 20 '11 at 15:33
4
When should Italy NOT take over Tunisia on its second turn in Diplomacy?
mar 30 at 18:42
4
What are some good introductory rules to bridge?
mar 11 at 22:56
4
Can't understand the meaning of 'heart finesse'
sep 18 at 13:21
4
In Texas Hold'em, who is awarded second and third place in this scenario?
jul 22 '12 at 17:43
4
In Monopoly, Is it OK for a third party to make a trade with a player who is about to lose?
feb 9 '12 at 19:42
4
New idea in Sicilian for white?
jan 5 '12 at 22:59
4
What is the best way to respond to this pincer joseki deviation?
dec 6 '11 at 19:11
4
In contract bridge, what are bonus points for?
jul 25 '11 at 15:13
4
How can I play a short/small, but still satisfying round of Diplomacy?
jun 15 '11 at 23:53
3
When do trading deals become too unbalancing?
may 1 at 22:08
3
How is 6-player Diplomacy (no Italy) different from 7-player?
mar 30 at 18:35
3
What is the penalty for failing to follow suit?
sep 21 '11 at 13:31
3
Strategy for studying professional games?
dec 6 '11 at 17:06
3
How to play teaching game and give a useful review
dec 6 '11 at 15:56
3
Understanding influence and using it properly
dec 5 '11 at 15:23
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