For example, revealing a strong meld early in the game can discourage opponents from pursuing particular cards, but keeping it a secret until later rounds can add a senkashrummyse of surprise. In the strategy of Rummy Bloc, discarding is equally important. Depending on the makeup of their own hands and the possible effects on their opponents' hands, players must carefully evaluate which cards to discard. It can be dangerous to discard high-value cards when opponents are almost ready to form their own melds.