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    Can I pick up more than one card from the discard pile?
    Community Answer
    No, you are only allowed to pick up one card from the discard pile. Count how many players are in the game and subtract one, and that is how far you are allowed to go in the discard pile for a card. For example, 6 players, 6 - 1 = 5, you can only get 1 card of the last 5 cards dropped.
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    When the last card is drawn from the pile and that person discards, can the next person still get one more turn to pick when playing Tonk?
    Community Answer
    The game stops and total card value is counted when the last card is discarded, and no other player can use it.
  • Question
    Can I collect Tonk double pay on a six-card spread?
    Community Answer
    Yes, two books or a 6-card run is acceptable for a 6-card Tonk at any time during a game.
  • Question
    How do I win when playing Tonk?
    Community Answer
    You win when all cards are out of a person's hand.
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    If the last card is plucked and used, can the next player use it in Tonk?
    Community Answer
    Yes but only if the player can make a play off it. If not, then the game ends and the lowest hand wins.
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    If I spread, can I pick up a discard after spreading when it’s my turn?
    Community Answer
    You must pluck your card prior to spreading, and you must spread before you discard.
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