Quick answer
How to play
- Set two positions: Dragon and Tiger. Each position will receive one card.
- Reveal one card for each side. Compare their ranks; suits do not change a card's rank.
- The side with the higher rank is higher. Equal ranks create a tie.
Dragon Tiger rules in detail
Use a standard deck and identify two positions: Dragon and Tiger. One card is revealed for each position. The only comparison is card rank, so the round is quick to read.
Rank order
Ace is normally the highest rank, followed by King, Queen and Jack, then 10 down to 2. Suits are not ranked, so a 6 of hearts and a 6 of clubs are equal.
When the ranks match
If both revealed cards have the same rank, the result is a tie. Do not use colour or suit to break it unless a clearly agreed local format says otherwise.
Rank comparison
Ace is normally high, followed by King, Queen and the numbered cards down to 2. When the ranks match, no suit breaks the tie.
| Dragon | Tiger | Result |
|---|---|---|
| K♠ | 9♥ | Dragon is higher |
| 6♦ | 6♣ | Tie |
Compare and count
Try the rank decision first. The selections are examples, not predictions or advice.
Which side has the higher rank?
Related guides
For three-card hand ranks, see Teen Patti rules. Definitions such as rank and tie are in the glossary.