Fixed Where winds meet is an open world RPG, there are mini-games scattered throughout the regions you pass. Each of these games offers a break from traditional gameplay while giving you an opportunity to earn some cash and boost your stats. One of these games is Madiao, which is difficult to play without clear instructions.
While the in-game tutorial goes over everything, it takes a few rounds of the game to get the hang of its mechanics. We'll break things down so you can bluff your opponents, be they NPCs or other players, so you can claim the loot.
How to play Madiao
Before you can sit at a Madiao table, you have to do it make sure you have the corresponding coins and redeem State. This may vary per table.
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Once you are seated at the table, the game begins and moves quickly. Every turn you get a chanceo either play your cards truthfully or bluff your way into the next turn.
For the purpose of this guide, we'll be going over playing against NPCs, but the same strategy can be applied to co-op play.
The rules of Madiao
In Madiao, the player who goes first will pick a number and play their cards, declare exactly what they put down. For example, they can explain that they have done it played four cards (pieces) with the number ten on them.
You will have no way to know whatever cards they have, save for deduce their possible hand based on your own. You can either choose to challenge them, forcing them to reveal their handor let it pass. If you let it pass, the game progresses until someone challenges.
When you challenge you will either succeed or fail. If you're successful, that means you are called the other player's bluff and now they must take all cards in the center of the tableand they must have a drink. You can then start the new round by declaring a new number.
Every time you drink, you gain a +25 percent chance to faintwhich will boot you out of the game.
If it turns out that the other player is telling the truth, you must do so take the cards yourself and drink the wine at the table. The game continues like this until someone throws their entire hand without fainting.
Where to play Madiao
Most of the Madiao tables are located in Kaifeng, with one located just north of Blissful Retreat. Below are all the Madiao tables you can find:
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In the northwest corner of the city, at the foot of the bridge over the river, you can find a Madiao table. |
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Along the western wall inside the Imperial City, you can find this Madiao table in the northern quadrant. |
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Just north of the port, in the restricted area, you will find a courtyard where you can play Madiao. |
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Along the eastern wall of the inner city, outside the palace, you can find this Madiao table in the northern quadrant. |
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Just northeast of the fairgrounds, you can find another Madiao table over the water. |
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At the southern entrance to the town, turn right and jump over the courtyard wall to find a Madiao table. |
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Outside the city, in the East Kaifeng Suburbs, there is another table that plays Madiao by the water. |
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West of the city wall, just outside the entrance and over the bridge, you can play Madiao. |
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To the far western reaches of Kaifeng, you can find a Madiao table here. |
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Between the Imperial Gardens, west of the Jadewood Court, there is another Madiao table here. |
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Go to the Masterwood Hamlet and look around the southernmost building to find this Madiao table. |
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East of Plainfield, north of Granary of Plenty, there is a small settlement where you can play Madiao. |
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In the middle of Gracetown is a Madiao table along the eastern border. |
Best Madiao Strategies
There are several things you can do to improve your chances of winning. From beginning truthfully to intentionally revealing your hand to cheat your opponents. Below are various tips and tricks that you can use to help win the game.
- Challenge when four or more cards are played. It is always suspicious when someone plays four or more cards in a turn. While there is a chance they have wild cards, which count as any number when played, it is unlikely that anyone will play a hand of six sevens. This is an ideal time to challenge, but be prepared for the worst case scenario.
- Start with a few false cards and then play truthfully. When a new turn begins, just lay down one or two cards. Save the true number cards for your next turn in the round, when other players are more likely to challenge you. This way you get rid of cards and minimize the risk of having to drink.
- Constantly challenge a player. If you keep challenging a player after starting the round, you can call a new number repeatedly. By doing so, you can truthfully get rid of your cards in rounds while eliminating the competition.
- Use Wild Cards to trick others. Wild cards take on any number when played, so if you say you put down six pieces of seven, but played five wild cards and only one seven, you're technically correct. Spamming a large number of wild cards in one round will easily fool other players, so use it wisely when the pot is full.
Try to keep track of what cards each player has to increase your chances of calling their bluff!
Madiao Mini Game Rewards
When you win a game of Madiao, you will get different rewards! This includes coin, echoing jade, exploratory experience and determination point. See how many tables you can win to increase your character's stats and fill their wallet!
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