Run the round

How to play Ready-Hand Announce

Step 1

Help players notice when a mahjong hand is close.

Step 2

Judge the ready result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the ready setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

Guide details

Run it cleanly

Scoring

How the result works

Help players notice when a mahjong hand is close. False ready calls lose the bonus only. Format: Tenpai-style call.

Example: Help players notice when a mahjong hand is close.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Changing the ready objective or score value after the round starts. Keep it visible.

Safety: Use age- and space-appropriate pieces or props, keep walkways clear, and allow a pass on any unsuitable challenge.

Best for

Who it fits

3-4 who want a 20-60 min round.

Energy

Pace

Low

Board Mahjong

Category Pattern Hand

Best for 3-4 who want a 20-60 min round.

Players 3-4

Time 20-60 min

Gear Mahjong tiles, table, racks if used, and score sheet

Space Table with room for tiles and a public score

Energy Low

Setup Start from Mahjong Board and tell the group the activity is Ready-Hand Announce.

Twist it

Variations to try

Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.

Moment fit

Use it in these hubs

Ready-Hand Announce also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

Group share

Send the setup

We're playing Ready-Hand Announce from Studboards. Help players notice when a mahjong hand is close. Fits: Players: 3-4 | Time: 20-60 min | Gear: Mahjong tiles, table, racks if used, and score sheet Safety: Use age- and space-appropriate pieces or props, keep walkways clear, and allow a pass on any unsuitable challenge. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/boards/mahjong/mahjong-ready-hand-announce.html

Ready-Hand Announce

Quick start.