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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Scorpion Solitaire

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Follow the steps for Scorpion Solitaire

Look at the complete hand before deciding. Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Take a moment to read the table. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering.

Practice with a purpose

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Aim for this result

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. A clear plan starts with the current position.

The steps to play

  1. Move a face-up card with its tail onto the next higher same-suit rank. Kings fill empty columns.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Complete same-suit king-to-ace runs to clear them from the tableau.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

How your actions work

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Work at your own pace.

See the idea in action

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

A common point of confusion

Keep the active rule in mind. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Further help with the game

What is the aim?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

How do I use the controls?

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which format is available?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Can you give an example?

The trailing cards may be unordered, but the destination suit and rank must match. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which controls should I use?

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns; three stock cards dealt once to the first three columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four same-suit king-to-ace runs. Keep the active rule in mind. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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