Drinking card games are a popular pastime for many adults, especially those who enjoy socializing and having a good time with friends. One of the most popular drinking card games is Kings Cup, also known as Circle of Death or Ring of Fire. This game involves a deck of cards, alcohol, and a lot of laughs. In this article, we will take a closer look at how to play Kings Cup and some tips to make the game even more enjoyable.
What You Will Need
The first step to playing Kings Cup is to gather all the necessary supplies. You will need a deck of cards, a large cup or mug for the "king's cup," and alcohol of your choice. It is also recommended to have some water or other non-alcoholic beverages on hand to help pace yourself and stay hydrated.
Setting Up the Game
To set up the game, place the large cup or mug in the center of the playing area. Then, shuffle the deck of cards and place them face down in a circle around the cup. Each card in the deck corresponds to a different rule, which we will explain in the next section. The players should sit in a circle around the cards and the cup.
How to Play
The objective of Kings Cup is to avoid being the player who draws the last king card from the deck. To begin the game, the first player draws a card from the deck and follows the corresponding rule.
The rules for each card are as follows:
- Ace - "Waterfall" - All players begin drinking at the same time. The player who drew the card cannot stop drinking until the player to their right stops.
- Two - "You" - The player who drew the card chooses another player to drink.
- Three - "Me" - The player who drew the card must take a drink.
- Four - "Floor" - All players must touch the floor. The last player to do so must take a drink.
- Five - "Guys" - All male players take a drink.
- Six - "Chicks" - All female players take a drink.
- Seven - "Heaven" - All players must point to the ceiling. The last player to do so must take a drink.
- Eight - "Mate" - The player who drew the card chooses another player to be their "mate." Whenever one of them drinks, the other must also drink.
- Nine - "Rhyme" - The player who drew the card says a word, and each player must say a word that rhymes with it. The first player who cannot think of a word or repeats a word must take a drink.
- Ten - "Categories" - The player who drew the card chooses a category (e.g. types of fruit, colors, etc.) and each player must say something that fits into that category. The first player who cannot think of something or repeats something must take a drink.
- Jack - "Make a Rule" - The player who drew the card can make up a new rule that all players must follow for the remainder of the game. Anyone who breaks the rule must take a drink.
- Queen - "Question Master" - The player who drew the card becomes the "Question Master." Whenever they ask a question, any player who answers it must take a drink.
- King - "Pour" - Each player adds some of their drink to the "king's cup" in the center of the playing area. The player who draws the last king card must drink the entire cup.
The game continues in a clockwise direction, with each player drawing a card and following the corresponding rule. The game can go on for as long as you like, but it is recommended to have a designated driver or alternative transportation available if necessary.
Tips for Playing Kings Cup
Here are some tips to make playing Kings Cup even more enjoyable:
- Make sure to have plenty of alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks available.
- Designate a driver or alternative transportation if necessary.
- Be creative with the rules and make up your own if you like.
- Have fun and don't take the game too seriously.
Conclusion
Kings Cup is a fun and entertaining drinking card game that is perfect for parties and get-togethers. With a little creativity and some alcohol, you can have a great time with friends while playing this classic game. Just remember to drink responsibly and have a designated driver or alternative transportation if necessary.
