Chinese Liar's Dice, also known as Chui Nui, is a popular drinking game that involves bluffing and strategic thinking. The rules of the game are relatively simple, but it can get quite intense and exciting as the rounds progress.
To play Liar's Dice, you will need a set of five six-sided dice and a cup to shake the dice in. The game is usually played with multiple players, ideally four or more, and it is best enjoyed with some drinks to liven up the atmosphere.
Here are the rules for Chinese Liar's Dice:
1. Setting up the game: Each player starts with a cup and five dice. All players shake their cups and roll their dice simultaneously, keeping their dice hidden from other players' view.
2. Determining the starting bid: The first player, usually determined by a random method, such as spinning a bottle or drawing straws, starts the bidding. They shake their cup and then make a bid by stating the quantity of a specific number that they believe is present among all the dice in play. For example, they might say, “Three fours.”
3. Bidding process: The next player clockwise from the starting player must then either challenge the bid or make a higher bid. To make a higher bid, the player must increase either the quantity or the face value of the dice. For example, if the previous bid was “Three fours,” the next player could say, “Four fours” or “Three fives.”
4. Challenging a bid: If a player thinks the previous bid is a bluff, they can challenge it by saying “Liar” or “Chui Nui.” In this case, all the dice are revealed, and if the bid was indeed a bluff, the player who made the bid loses a die. However, if the bid was accurate, the challenger loses a die instead.
5. Increasing the quantity: The quantity of dice in a bid can be increased without changing the face value. For example, if the bid is “Four fours,” the next player can say “Five fours” or “Six fours.” However, the face value cannot be decreased during the bidding process.
6. Repeating the face value: The face value of the dice can also be repeated to increase the bid. For example, if the bid is “Three fives,” the next player can say “Three sixes” or “Three sixes” to increase the bid. Again, the quantity cannot be decreased.
7. Bluffing and strategy: Liar's Dice is all about bluffing and trying to read your opponents. Players can choose to make accurate bids or bluff to confuse others. It's crucial to pay attention to the bids made by others and try to detect any inconsistencies or suspicious patterns.
8. Losing dice: As the game progresses, players will lose dice when their bids are challenged and proven to be false. The last player with dice remaining is declared the winner.
Chinese Liar's Dice is a game that combines luck, strategy, and the ability to bluff convincingly. It's a fun and engaging drinking game that can provide hours of entertainment among friends. Just remember to drink responsibly and enjoy the game in moderation!