Frequently Asked Questions
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What happens if I run out of cards?
Pick up 6 cards from the draw pile immediately.
What happens if the draw pile runs out?
Pick up the discard pile and shuffle; use as the new draw pile.
What if I owe Nuggets but don’t have enough cards in front of me?
Pay with as much as you have down. If you have no cards in front of you, nothing happens. You’ve got enough problems!
Can I pick up any cards from in front of me and put back in my hand?
No, once a card is played in front of you, it stays on the table.
What happens if a It’s a Hold Up card is played?
Each player rolls the dice and the highest roll wins. If it’s a tie, the players roll again. If the attacker wins, they get 4 Nuggets, and if they lose, they get nothing. Don’t forget, both players must look each other in the eyes when rolling!
If a Fool’s Gold card is played against me, what happens?
You must discard half your Nuggets. It does not impact your Gold Bars. If you have an odd number of Nuggets, round down.
Can I play a Nice Try Pardner card against another Blocker card on my turn?
Yes, but it counts as a move.
What happens to my Mine Equipment or Mine Shaft cards if another player steals the Mines underneath?
Mine Equipment and Mine Shaft cards do not get transferred with the Mine. When it’s your turn, you may use a move to (a) transfer it to any of your other Mines, or (b) convert it to Gold Nuggets. You may also leave it by itself without a Mine (and lay a Mine with it on a later turn).
What happens if I get a Mine Equipment or Mine Shaft as payment?
It remains active and you may place on a Mine of your choice.