Whot is a card game that originated in Nigeria and is widely played across Africa. It is also known as "Asi" or "Wot," depending on the region.
Whot is played with a specialized deck of cards that contains various symbols and numbers. The deck consists of 54 cards, with each card featuring a unique character or shape. The symbols include circles, squares, triangles, stars, crosses, and others.
The objective of the game is to be the first player to get rid of all the cards in your hand. The game is typically played by two to six players, and each player starts with a certain number of cards, usually between six and nine. The player with the highest value card begins the game, and players take turns playing cards that match either the symbol or number of the previously played card.
There are specific cards in the deck that have special functions. For example, the Whot card is a wild card that can be played at any time and allows the player to change the symbol or number that the next player must match. There is also a Pick 2 card that forces the next player to pick two cards from the deck, skipping their turn.
The game continues until one player has no cards left in their hand, and they are declared the winner.
Whot is a fast-paced and highly popular game, known for its simple rules and strategic gameplay. It requires quick thinking, observation skills, and a bit of luck to come out as the victor.
