Strategy

Every hint Lothar gives has reasoning behind it. These pages spell it out — pick a topic below, or follow a hint straight here mid-game.

• Schmieren

  When to dump a fat card onto your side's trick, and when to hold back.

• Trump Control

  When to pull trump, when to save it, and when to ruff.

• Counting Your Game

  Reading your hand's real ceiling before you commit to a bid.