Shithead Card Game

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Shithead, also known by less provocative names like Palace, Karma, or China Hand, is a popular card game that likely originated in the backpacker culture of the late 20th century. Its exact origins are murky, but it shares DNA with Scandinavian games like Vändtia ("Turn Ten") and the Finnish game skitgubbe. The game is beloved worldwide for its blend of luck and strategy, leading to a myriad of regional variations and names, from "Shed" in polite company to the Swedish "Skitgubbe" (literally "Shit Old Man"). The core mechanic of clearing cards from hand, face-up, and face-down piles remains consistent, making it a staple of casual gaming circles globally.