Written by: Connor Davis Posted on: January 26, 2026 Understanding the Mahjong Card (2026 Edition) / NMJL Card Explained
Hey — I’m Connor, your resident mahjong geek.If you’ve been playing American Mahjong and kept hearing about “the card,” “the 2026 edition,” or “hand patterns,” this article is for you. The National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) card is the central blueprint of American Mahjong. Mastering…
Written by: Connor Davis Posted on: January 26, 2026 Mahjong Rules Explained (American, Chinese, Riichi)
Mahjong might seem like a single game, but it’s actually a family of related games – each with its own rules, pace, and personality. If you’re new to the world of tiles, you might be wondering: What’s the difference between American, Chinese, and Riichi Mahjong…
Written by: Connor Davis Posted on: January 26, 2026 American Mahjong Rules: A Clear Guide for New Players
If Chinese Mahjong is the traditionalist and Japanese Riichi is the tactician, then American Mahjong is the charismatic outsider — reinvented, rule-bent, and unmistakably unique. It has jokers, it has yearly cards, and it has some of the most passionate communities I’ve ever seen. I…
Written by: Connor Davis Posted on: November 10, 2025 American Mahjong Scoring Explained
So you’ve learned the tiles, you’ve survived the Charleston, and you’ve finally shouted “Mahjong!” loud enough to make your cat question its life choices. Now comes the real question: how many points did that masterpiece just earn you? 👉 Want to practice scoring as you…