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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If the Axis capture a factory in Axis and Allies, would the game tilt in their favor?

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may 10 at 7:11 quinestor 565

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Could Axis and Allies be “balanced” by weakening the US just a bit more?

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may 8 at 22:00 Tom Au 5,511

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Which Experts Seem to Interchange Trumps and Points in Bridge Bidding?

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may 5 at 17:14 Pieter Geerkens 603

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In bridge, what level of strength do different systems require to bid a short minor?

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apr 29 at 22:50 Pieter Geerkens 603

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Is there a way to quantify the effects of luck versus skill in rubber bridge?

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apr 28 at 19:07 woodchips 390

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Can casinos protect themselves against card counters by limiting bet variations in blackjack?

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mar 11 at 0:17 Joe W 98

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In bridge, should a defender play differently with most, about half, or few of the partnership's points?

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feb 15 at 17:05 Tom Au 5,511

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In bridge, does it make sense to “tighten” or 'loosen" up on bidding depending on vulnerability?

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feb 3 at 19:58 Tom Au 5,511

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Are there times to pre-empt with a “strong” six trumps in bridge?

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sep 17 at 18:36 Tom77 991

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In bridge, can the “rule of 20” be used outside of opening bids (e.g for takeout doubles)?

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jul 23 at 16:48 Bob 76

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What Are the Requirements for a “Jump” Bid Opposite a Takeout Double in Bridge?

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jul 14 at 13:08 jansteytt 71

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Why Do People Use “Precision” Bidding in Bridge?

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oct 24 '11 at 23:02 David 31

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In Poker, What is the Significance of “Betting on the Come”

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oct 19 '11 at 20:57 RobW 111

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In Bridge, Do You Count Defensive Points In the Opponents' Suit When Making a Takeout Double?

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jun 15 '11 at 20:07 Drew Hoskins 1,053

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Does a Takeout Double Apply to a “Passed” Partner?

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jun 15 '11 at 13:30 Tom Au 5,511

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Why Is Two Clubs the Preferred “Strong Two” In Bridge?

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jun 12 '11 at 13:13 Tom Au 5,511

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Why Do Modern Players Use “Negative Doubles” In Bridge

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jun 11 '11 at 1:00 Tom Au 5,511

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Can Russia and Japan Follow A Mutual “Hands Off” Policy In Axis and Allies?

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jun 10 '11 at 19:13 Tom Au 5,511

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Should We Eliminate or Modify the “Factory Rule” In Axis and Allies?

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jun 9 '11 at 13:40 Tom Au 5,511

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In Axis and Allies, should the UK Build a factory in Australia?

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may 7 at 13:03 Tom Au 5,511

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What is the meaning of “count your losers” at no trump, and “count your winners” for a trump contract?

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may 5 at 13:52 Adam Wildavsky 9

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In bridge, does a declarer “need to” locate all 52 cards during the play of a trump contract?

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apr 29 at 16:21 Daniel Gottesman 381

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What are rules for an overcall that have wide acceptance? [closed]

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feb 27 at 23:04 Tom Au 5,511

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Are there common themes in “settlement” games?

settlers-of-catan agricola puerto-rico

oct 16 at 22:50 Tom Au 5,511

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Which way to capture a queen?

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oct 1 at 18:48 Brian Hooper 501

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How do I Decide to Sacrifice or Preserve “Smaller” Naval Units (E.g. Subs) In Axis and Allies?

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jul 15 '11 at 16:19 Community♦ 1

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In Axis and Allies, Is There A Way to Measure the Benefits of Various Techs Against Each Other? And the Cost of Discovery?

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jul 3 '11 at 13:15 Community♦ 1

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In Axis and Allies, Should An Attacker Be Allowed to Relinquish Certain “Prerogatives?”

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jun 11 '11 at 1:02 Tom Au 5,511

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Is A Good time Make a “Penalty” Double When Your Defensive Tricks Exceed Your “Allowance”?

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may 5 at 19:14 Pieter Geerkens 603