The Mouth
Effect: Only 1 hand type can be played this round.
The Mouth in Balatro: Only 1 hand type can be played this round. Counter strategies and which jokers beat it.
Eligible antes: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Threat level: Medium
Strategy
The first hand type you play is locked. Don't play a throwaway High Card.
Strategy Tip
Lock in your strongest hand type early: every play must match.
How to counter The Mouth
Danger Tier: B
Group: Hand rules (Fewer options or restrictions on what scores)
Counter: Discard into your main hand before playing; a throwaway High Card locks you into High Card.