Literaki · tactics school · Intermediate

Which letters does your opponent have?

With an empty bag you can know the opponent’s rack.

Learn the tactic

In tournaments you may cross off letters on a sheet with the full tile set. Tracking tiles tells you what to expect and, in the endgame, exactly what your opponent holds. Counting from memory fails most often with the common 1-point letters.

Remember

Before the endgame, count the letters on the board and on your rack. The rest belongs to your opponent.

Find your own move without seeing the answer. Hints remain available, but using them makes this an assisted attempt.