Jokers

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The last 2 cards of a standard deck, sometimes used as wild cards.

In the context of card games and gambling, "jokers" refer to special cards that are typically included in a standard deck of playing cards. There are usually two jokers in a deck, and they can serve various functions depending on the game being played.

  1. Wild Cards: In many games, jokers are used as wild cards, meaning they can represent any other card to help form a winning hand.

  2. Game Variations: Some games specifically incorporate jokers with unique rules, such as being the highest-ranking card or having special abilities.

  3. Not Used in All Games: While jokers are common in certain games like Rummy or Poker variations, they are not used in all card games, and some games may even have specific rules about how they can be played.

Overall, jokers add an element of unpredictability and strategy to card games.

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