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What can I put on a King?

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When playing Speed you can either put an Ace or a Queen on top of a King, because the Ace is starting over from the top since the King is the highest card.

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What is the rule about suits?

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The suits don't really matter. Speed is more about the numbers than the suits.

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Can you put an 2 on a 2 or a 4 on a 4?

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Only if you have added that variation to your game. But if you are playing by the original rules, you cannot.

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Can I put an ace on a king?

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Yes, you can.

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Who invented the card game Speed?

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It was first published in the 1940s by Pepys Games and was played a lot like Uno. They didn't use regular decks of cards then, either.

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Can we only lay down the card we just drew from the draw pile?

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No, you can play any of the 5 cards in your hands. When you play a card pick up another one so that you always have 5 cards in your hands.

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Can I place an Ace on a 2?

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Yes. An Ace is the equivalent of a 1 in card decks, so you can play it on a 2.

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What if I yell "Speed" before my opponent, even if I haven't run out of cards yet?

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That would be considered cheating. You should call "Speed" only when you have run out of cards.

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What should I do if I have an Ace in my hand?

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You can play an Ace on a King or a 2, and you can also play a King or a 2 on an Ace.

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Is playing with a stopwatch better for Speed?

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Using a stopwatch can be beneficial if you prefer shorter games, as some games of Speed may take longer.

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