If this part of the game is ignored, chances to block opponents or take advantage of their weaknesses may be lost. Making more informed decisions about your own hand and posslots crashsibly foiling your opponents' plans can be achieved by remaining alert and keeping an eye on what others are gathering or discarding. Like any skill-based game, Rummy takes time and effort to master. Frequent practice increases confidence in one's ability to make decisions while playing the game & serves to reinforce the rules and strategies.