For finding the PC number from number of pieces used, I prefer this method instead: Divide and round down the # of pieces by 10, and add 4 if the last digit was 5 (only applicable sometimes when you have used 2L) Divide the number by 7 and add 1. If the number is too big (i.e. more than 3 digits), you can use divisibility rule of 7 of subtracting 2 * the last digit of the number from the remaining number, then multiplying by 10. So for example: 2795 pieces -> 279+4 = 283 -> (28-2*3)*10 = 220 -> 220 = 70*3 + 7 + 3 -> 3 + 1 = 4 -> 4th PC
Would like to note some small things that could be helpful to some newer PC moders. If you have a lot of s/z you can look for some sz reductions(holes which look like an I and an O stacked on each other are a common type) to make solving flatter and easier. Also when you have any early extra I's nearby you can look for a bottom row skim to create a 3h PC which can sometimes be easier.
This is quite interesting, from my personal experience 3L pcs are harder to solve than regular pcs. This could be an interesting topic to look into in the future.
@@Hosef well it depends on vision I guess. I find some small scale skims easier to see since I think of pco skims a lot. Although I would agree it is a bit harder to get a good shape on 3 line
This is an extremely educational video. I honestly don't think I could have asked for a better explanation. I do have one question, though. Why aren't the percentages of lines cleared discussed? For example, only the I piece can clear a 4 or single lined structure perfectly while the other 6 pieces in the bag can clear 2 lines. Wouldn't this be considered a more practical way to learn? From a freestyle point of view, Wouldn't you ideally look to down stack into a perfect clear? Even when you consider the L&J's potential in clearing three lines perfectly, it is either one or the other and just as low of a chance as a 4 line perfect clear. Idk, seems to me that a 2 line clear chances should be much higher and you might avoid learning the less common methods. I imagine that I am oversimplifying things.
Hi, thanks for the complement, as for your question, I have a highly theoretical PC Gang member answered: "Generally, splitting PCs down into the lines that they clear actually overcomplicates most things, even for downstack PCs. One gains much more knowledge from studying the specific solves of a setup and their patterns. For downstack PCs, it is more useful to know common patterns and how to stack to 'funnel' your board into them." - algebruh
@@Hosef I appreciate you taking the time to find me an answer. I actually finished the practice course of PCO in one sitting. 711 solutions just seemed to fly by. I believe the answer giving is better than I expected. As it is a more practical way to go about it. Considered me intrigued.
Hello, I cant seem to find any solutions for heart + PCO anywhere. I am aware you can turn it into a tub but that’s pretty much the only one I know. If you know anywhere I can find solutions please let me know.
In case you just want the link, here are them: General solutions: tinyurl.com/2qnvgxnb Solutions that saves O: tinyurl.com/2q6nvfys Solutions that saves T: tinyurl.com/yj6z8lo2
hihi! sorry for the late reply, i was a bit off from RU-vid. I think if you're facing problems solving a particular setup, you might want to use different tools to analyze them (wirelyre pc solver, sfinder, etc...) and learn the solution. A huge part in PC solving is about pattern recognition, so my advice would be play more, but make sure to review your missed pcs!
The video really talks about Consecutive PC Looping more instead of "10 PC Guide for Tetris Beginners". It might benefit you more to pick the specific parts you want to learn in the video instead of sitting through the whole 18 minutes.
CANT YOU JUST SHOW HOW TO DO IT????????????????????????? 20 MINUTES OF TALKING AND SPAMMING THEORY. I DONT WANT TO KNOW ALL THAT JUST SHOW ME HOW TO GOD DAMN DO THE PC MATE. SRSLY
