kitti: Your argument is exactly how I see it. Risky as it is to bid in that manner and rely on others being stupid or just messing with the rules. A minimum is a minimum. You have to bid that much or higher. What's the problem? IF the creator said 19001 and you bid that much, it's the same thing. This is a lot different than if the game started with everyone at 1000 points. Until the creators have that option, this is how it'll have to be and anyone playing can use it as part of their first bid strategy.

Some day you'll play with people that can read, follow instructions, and proofread their typing, and you'll be out on the first round. I wouldn't hold my breath until that day comes. Even so, I doubt if I ever bid that much.