Tonk (card game) Tonk (card game) Tonk, or tunk, is a matching card game, which combines features of knock rummy and conquian. Tonk is a relatively fast paced game that can be played by 2-4 players. It was first known to be played by blues and jazz musicians in southern Louisiana while they would take their breaks in the back rooms of bars and saloons. In many other places it has become a popular pastime for workers while on their lunch breaks. It can be played for just points or for money wagered. Tonk is usually played for money wagered (with a stake
Skat (card game) the outset how many rounds/deals they will play for. A central aspect of the game are the three coexisting varieties called "suit", "grand" and "null" games, that differ in suit order, scoring and even overall goal to achieve. Each round of the game starts with a bidding phase to determine declarer and the required minimum game value (explained below). Then, ten tricks are played, allowing players to take trick points. Each card has a face value (except in null games) and is worth that number of points for the player winning the trick. The total face value of all cards