Blot rules for beginners: how to play Armenian Blot
A short guide to Blot: four players, two pairs, bidding for trump and a game to 501 points. Tips for beginners.
Armenian Blot online, free
ԲBlot is the Armenian card game from the belote family. Four players form two pairs and use a 32-card deck; partners sit opposite each other and score together up to 501 points.
You can play against the computer, or create a table and wait for live players. Empty seats are filled by bots, so a game can start even if you came alone. Nothing to download, signing up takes a minute, and the site works in Armenian, Russian and English.
Quick sign-up is needed to play: Google, Facebook, VK or email.
Rules in brief
- Four players in two pairs; partners sit opposite each other.
- A 32-card deck. After the deal, players take turns naming trump or passing.
- In the trump suit the highest cards are the jack and the nine.
- Belote (king and queen of trump) scores +20, capot (winning every trick) scores +90.
- The game is played to 501 points.
FAQ
Can I play Blot alone?
Yes. Play against the computer or create a table: empty seats are taken by bots.
Is Blot free here?
Yes. It is free, there is nothing to download, and you only need to sign up with email or a social account.