The Kings Cup is a popular drinking game that’s easy to learn but can get wild quickly. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, it’s important to know the rules before diving in. Here’s a simple guide to the Kings Cup game:
What You Need
To play Kings Cup, you’ll need:
- A standard deck of 52 cards: No jokers are used.
- A cup or glass: The King’s Cup.
- Alcohol: Usually beer, but you can use any beverage of your choice.
How to Play
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Deal the cards: Shuffle the deck and deal each player one card face down. The remaining cards go face down in the center to form a draw pile.
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The Kings Cup: Place the cup or glass in the center of the table. This is the King’s Cup.
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The first card: The player to the left of the dealer starts by drawing the top card from the draw pile. The first card drawn will determine the rule for that turn.
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The rules: Each card has a specific rule associated with it. Here’s a breakdown of the most common Kings Cup rules:
- Ace: Waterfall: Everyone starts drinking and can’t stop until the person to their left does.
- 2: You: Choose another player to drink.
- 3: Me: You drink.
- 4: Whores: Choose another player to drink with you.
- 5: Thumb Master: Anyone who touches the table with their thumb must drink. The last person to touch the table is the new Thumb Master.
- 6: Dicks: You drink.
- 7: Heaven: Everyone raises their hand and the last one to do so drinks.
- 8: Mate: Choose another player to drink with you.
- 9: Rhyme Time: You say a word and the next person has to say a word that rhymes. If they can’t, they drink.
- 10: Categories: You choose a category (animals, countries, etc.) and everyone has to come up with a word that fits. If you can’t think of anything, you drink.
- Jack: Make a rule: Create a new rule that applies to everyone.
- Queen: Queen’s Cup: Pour some of your drink into the King’s Cup.
- King: King’s Cup: Finish the King’s Cup.
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The next card: The next player draws a card and applies the rule to themselves.
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Keep going: Continue drawing cards and applying the rules until someone empties the King’s Cup.
Variations and Tips
- Custom rules: Feel free to create your own rules to add variety and fun to the game.
- House rules: Some groups have established “house rules” that become tradition.
- Drinking responsibly: The Kings Cup can get rowdy, so pace yourself and make sure you’re drinking responsibly.
FAQ
Q: What happens when the draw pile is empty?
A: Once the draw pile is empty, shuffle the discard pile and use it as the new draw pile.
Q: Can you change the rules in the middle of the game?
A: Yes, but it’s best to stick with the agreed-upon rules unless everyone agrees to change them.
Q: Can you refuse to do a rule?
A: While you can technically refuse, it’s usually against the spirit of the game.
Q: What if someone gets too drunk?
A: It’s important to look out for your friends. If someone is getting too drunk, encourage them to stop drinking.
More Games to Play
If you’re looking for more fun drinking games to play, check out our articles on:
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- Flip Cup Rules:
Remember, the Kings Cup is all about having fun with friends. Enjoy the game responsibly!
