Playing the Boss: Bidding Strategy for the Big Joker

The "Guaranteed 1"

If the Big Joker is in your hand, you have 1 book. Period. There is no scenario where this card loses, provided you follow suit.

When to Lead the Big Joker

• To Draw Out the Little: If you want to clear the path for your Ace of Spades, leading the Big Joker can force the Little Joker out of hiding.
• To Save Your Partner: If your partner is struggling to make their bid, use the Big Joker to take a lead and hand the "steering wheel" back to them.