The Deal

After an initial ante each player is dealt seven cards face down (can go 9 if there are fewer than 6 players). The players may not look at the cards, they must remain on the table. The dealer flips the next card face up, this is the "best hand".

The Play

The first player begins flipping their cards over one at a time until they have beaten the best hand. 3’s and 9’s are wild and 4’s get another card. New cards for 4’s are given face down and may be played at any time. After a player has beaten the best hand, they may elect to bet. All players must match the bet or fold, then the next player must flip their cards until they beat the (new) best hand. If a player cannot beat the best hand, they must fold.

Ending the Game

Play continues clockwise until all players are folded or out of cards. The player with the best (five-card) hand wins the pot.

Irregularities

If a player “peeks” (picks up their hand during/after dealing) they should fold.