"Kissing a girl because she lets you is like scratching a place
that doesn't itch."
Alfred E. Neuman, Mad magazine
STRIP SEX AND OTHER GAMES
by Bryan Kennerley
Everyone who has ever been a schoolboy must surely know the
rules of strip poker, even if they have never actually
participated in such a game. But why end there? There is
nothing special about poker, indeed, not everybody, and
unfortunately this applies to females especially, knows the
various hands - OK, so this may be a reason for suggesting it,
but if the participants are a little retiscent about taking part
then it can be a bit of a setback. So why not simply apply
the concept of clothing removal to games in widespread use?
Here then is my list of alternative rules for various board and
other games, for the kind of parties that I don't get invited
to. A basic knowledge of the games is assumed.
Strip Poker
Object: To deprive other players, of the other sex,
or not, whatever your tastes may be, of
their clothing. In a schoolperson context the
object may be to embarrass the other players
as much as possible but such games are to be
avoided. If the participants are not willing
to play the game in a light-hearted and
flirtatious way then beware as arguments may
result.
RULES: There are a number of variations on the theme
of poker, such as wildcards, but it is
best to keep the game simple as far as
possible, the rules described here are as I
know them.
Simple version: Each player is dealt five cards. He/she may
replace any number of these from the
deck. The player with the worst hand must
remove an item of clothing (when no
legitimate hand is held, the sum of the
card values are taken into account).
Alternatively, all players except the
winner of the hand must remove an item
of clothing.
Gambling version: Each player is dealt 5 cards to start, of
which he may only look at four, the others
must remain face down on the table. The
player may now choose to replace any number
of his cards from the deck. At this point
the player may fold if they decide their hand
is not worth continuing with, in which case
they lose their "ante", ie. an item of
clothing. If the player decides to continue,
they must bet another item of clothing
against the hand. This may cause other
players to panic and fold, or they may
match the bet and raise the stakes by another
item of apparel. The only problem with this
is that a full scale war may develop
resulting in a player losing all their
clothes immediately. A limit of two items
(the ante and one bid) may be placed on the
table to prevent this. A player may "call",
forcing all players to show their hands by
bidding an item of clothing above the
current bet (unless the table limit has
been reached, in which case all hands are
automatically shown). When all hands are
shown, the losers must remove all clothing
they have bid and hand them to the winner.
COMMENT: I would recommend the simple version over the
full gambling rules as the latter is
more serious and is usually less fun - it
certainly results in the loss of clothing at
a much faster rate. The betting of articles
won from other players is usual, an option
not necessarily a feature of the simple game
as that is generally played as an excuse to
undress rather than to amass a pile of used
laundry. As with all these games, it
should be agreed beforehand by all the
players whether shoes, socks and the like,
count as a single or two separate items -
treating them as seperate items is
perhaps preferable as this prolongs the
game and allows the combatants time to relax
and get used to the idea of stripping off.
Someone will also probably try to get away
with counting a necklace or wristwatch as an
item of clothing - this shouldn't be
accepted as, on the whole, they don't tend
to cover very much flesh and so their loss
doesn't really enhance the action any (but
"all jewellery" might count as one item if
the person is wearing a lot of it).
Remember, the object of the game is not
necessarily to win! It's the taking part
which counts, here more than ever. It
should also be remembered that it is
advisable to wear clean underwear to any
occasion where a game of this sort may take
place.
NOTE: A common variation which can be applied to
any of these games is that of forfeits.
At any time, a player can choose to gamble
having to perform a forfeit chosen by the
winner instead of having to remove an item
of clothing. This usually occurs when the
player in question is down to their
underwear, have forgotten to put clean ones
on, and are not quite sure whether there
may be unpleasant marks residing therein. It
is an option to disallow forfeits until a
player has removed a certain amount of their
attire. It is up to the winner to be
responsible in their choice of forfeit,
for instance it is hardly going to create
a relaxed atmosphere if the winner asks a
rather shy participant for a heavy snog
at the very start of the game. In other
instances this may well be permissable, but
it is always wise to start the forfeits off
as mildly embarrassing, such as asking the
loser to crawl on all fours and bark
like a dog, or perhaps to submit to
having their nipples circled with bright red
lipstick. They should certainly be of a
degree such that they are not an "easy
option" to stripping off. There are all
manner of forfeits which can be set depending
on the situation. If the mood is likely to
turn sexual then a kiss (to various
parts of the anatomy), finger-sucking or
even toe-sucking is a good starter, or
perhaps just standing in the middle of the
room and gyrating in an erotic way for 30
seconds. Again though, make sure that all
participants have the same idea of where
the game is likely to end up and don't try
to force anything upon anybody who is
not 100% willing. In a non-overtly-sexual
game, the losing player may be made to
eat something disgusting or sing a song in
an unusual musical style, for example.
Forfeits are, however, not particularly
suited to games in which several players lose
in each round.
Strip Chess
OBJECT: To win, but not too easily.
RULES: Same as normal chess, but for every major
piece captured (ie. everything except pawns),
an item of clothing is also captured.
COMMENT: A bit intellectual this one. Of course it is
restricted to two players, two players
who know the rules that is. It has to be said
that more males know how to play than
females, but if your partner is willing to
learn then this can be a good test of their
abilities. There are 8 major pieces per
player (the king being taken in checkmate)
and this may roughly match the items of
clothing worn, although that will
obviously depend on the individual's taste
in attire. If both players have less than 8
items then forfeits may well be called into
play. Alternatively, if forfeits are the name
of the game, then a pawn may count as a half.
Strip Tennis
OBJECT: To remain unarrested as long as possible.
RULES: Every game counts as one item of clothing.
COMMENT: This would surely make Wimbledon a darn
sight more entertaining, the mixed doubles
especially. It would give a whole new meaning
to "that ball was in!". This game
shouldn't be tried in a public park unless
you can afford the bail. If you happen to be
very wealthy and have a private court
then all very well, if not then you're a
bit stuck. Do bear in mind that clay courts
can be hard on bare feet, grass courts are
much more practical.
NOTE: Many other outdoor sports can be adapted in a
similar way, but discretion should always
be employed. You are unlikely to get away
with strip pool in the local pub for
instance. But there is no reason why you
couldn't play strip football on your back
lawn or garden bowls, or even croquet.
Rugby should probably not be attempted.
Squash might be possible for the very
brave, if the court isn't perspex, but
crazy golf perhaps shouldn't, except
maybe very off-season. Of course,
computer versions of these games are the
perfect solution. Strip Midi-Maze anyone?
(For those who don't know, "Midi-Maze" is a
"chase the other players around a maze"
game, whose most note-worthy feature is that
up to 16 computers can be linked together at
one time.)
Strip Monopoly
OBJECT: To avoid losing your shirt.
RULES: Exactly the same as normal monopoly except
that every time a player lands on a built-
up property (house/hotel), he/she must also
pay an item of clothing. This also applies to
stations if two or more are owned by a
player, and also to a utility monopoly.
COMMENT: When playing Monopoly with several players
it can take a while for properties to be
built on unless the players are willing to
trade properties between them, so bear
this in mind. Once building has started
though, the tension and excitement can
really build up and the more players
there are, the better. The anticipation of
whether the roll of the dice will take you
past a row of hotels when you are down to
your last item of underwear can really set
the blood pumping. This is a great game
for forfeits because when several properties
are developed, the question is not so much
whether you will land on such a square, but
who will be responsible for chosing the
forfeit. Forfeits can be performed while
the next player is having their turn so
play does not slow down too much. Definately
worth a try.
Strip Trivial Pursuit
OBJECT: To get your pie and eat it.
RULES: Again, as normal, but when a player gains a
wedge then all the other players must lose an
item.
COMMENT: Not exactly a heart-racer kind of game.
Strip I Spy
OBJECT: Sigh
RULES: Exactly the same as usual, but if you don't
get it after a certain number of guesses,
say 5, you remove an item of clothing. There
is also an optional rule of penalising anyone
who sets a really difficult or plain dumb
"spy".
COMMENT: Perhaps it could be tried on an empty train
carriage on a long journey, or in a car
on if you are feeling brave. Note: the driver
should not take part!
Strip Twister
OBJECT: Plastic sheeting - say no more!
RULES: As normal but every time someone loses a
round, they lose an item of clothing.
COMMENT: Perhaps the ultimate stripping game. Because
up to 4 people can play and the rounds
can take a few minutes each, the rate of
clothing loss is just right and the element
of luck in the game means that even the
most novice of players need not be too
worried. If there are more than 4 players and
it is played in teams, then the two team
members decide which is to take the active
role by a spin of the dial. This prolongs the
game and ensures that no-one gets left out. A
reasonable amount of alcoholic fluid may
aid the players' lack of co-ordination but
excess will render the game unplayable.
Strip Sex
OBJECT: Staggeringly obvious.
RULES: In this variation of sex, or foreplay if you
like because that is what it really is, the
object is to avoid having sex as long as
possible. The players (usually two, but
this is by no means obligatory) touch and
writhe against each other in as erotic a way
as they please, but the catch is that NO
HANDS MUST BE USED! This is in fact the
only rule, any other part of the body can
be used on any other, but should one player
touch, caress, fondle or generally grope any
part of another with either hand then the
guilty player must remove an item of
clothing.
COMMENT: This is quite a fun game to play but it does
have one or two drawbacks which the
participants should be aware of before
play commences. First of all, beware of
any sharp corners or items of furniture
which you wouldn't want to fall upon -
because the use of arms is severely limited,
there is generally a lot of falling around
and slipping off each other during play.
Another difficulty with this game is that
before too long, it will occur to one of the
players that intentionally losing would be
quite a nice idea. This is not the spirit in
which the game is intended, but the other
participant(s) are not all that likely to
complain. The problem may arise though, that
when one player is totally deprived of
cover, the other player(s) may not be
sufficiently aroused to have made the game
worthwhile. It is important therefore,
that all players are fully aware of the
rules and object of the game (to become as
aroused as humanly possible and let
nature take its course) so as to avoid
disappointment. When properly played, this
game can last well over an hour, with the
after-match celebrations continuing much
longer.
*****
There are, of course, many other games which have not sprung
to mind as I have been typing this. If you, the reader, whoever
you may be, can think of an interesting variation on a
popular game, then please let me know so that I can build up my
collection. Of course, if you happen to be holding the kind of
parties where these kind of games take place and I don't get
invited to, then I am very open for offers!
Bryan Kennerley
21 Graham Drive
Rhyl
Clwyd
LL18 3RS
Wales
United Kingdom
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