a tip for beginners dont assume that b/c a rank is worth more you shouldnt protect it vs a sacrifice.. e.g. if you have a 4 and its protected by a sapper and you assume that your opponent wont trade his 5 for your 4 you are sadly mistaken. with all that said i dont want you to fall into the trap of you thinking your opponent wont attack b/c he thinks your 4 is protected by a sapper.. and it really isnt. b/c if he attacks your 4 with his 5 and it was a bluff on your part your down a 4 and in very big trouble.. many feel that the 4 is the most valuable piece on the board.. but it really isnt its all in the sitation.. ive seen 3s used very well.. so dont assume that b/.c you have both your opp 5s adn he has only 4s left that you got the game in hand! b/c you dont!