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Why does one player sit out during each deal in a four-player skat game?
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Although skat is a game designed for three players, it is common for four people to participate. In this format, the fourth person sits out during each deal to serve as the dealer, ensuring that only three players are actively involved in the bidding and gameplay for that round. The role of the dealer rotates so that each participant takes a turn sitting out.1