I've been following this board on and off and registering the unhappiness about the state of Rummikub.

Know this- It would be a logistical nightmare to change the rules of Rummikub since there are so many games going on it and a major change could throw them into mayhem. Thusly, that is not an option.

Q-1 Once it gets to the point where the opponent, holding a load of tiles, passes, have any of you passed back? Did that end the game? It should. If you've put down more cards than these opponents do, there is a good chance you would have fewer points. If passing back doesn't end the game, we should know about that.

Q-2 I was pretty sure there were recommendations made, but since the last time I looked at the board, all have timed out and there are only the below few to see.

I am looking for ways to create an alternative (variant) for those who are very unhappy with the game as it is played now. I've already noted the Full Deal suggestion.

Are there any others?

Thanks!
marc