Gameplay Rules

The Basics

• How to manage disconnected players
• How to pause the game
• How to require permission to play in a game created by another player
• What is the Modern American Canasta?
• What are the card values in Modern American Canasta?
• How do I start a game on Canasta Junction?

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Melding, Picking the Pack & Going Out

• How do I make my first meld (Initial Meld)?
• What is a "Talon" and how do I get one?
• How do I "pick the pack"?
• How do I "go out" to end the hand?

Special Cards & Hands

• What are wild cards and how do I use them?
• What are the special rules for Aces and 7s?
• What is a "Special Hand"?
• What are the different types of Special Hands?

Scoring & Penalties

• How do I earn points? (Points Structure)
• How is the score calculated at the end of a hand?
• How are 3s scored?
• What are the main penalties I should be aware of?
• What are some common rules players forget? (A quick recap)