=== rubens advances === after our suit overcalls, we play //rubens advances//. everything starting from cuebid in opp suit (included) to direct fit in partner suit (excluded) is TRANSFER. rubens advances does NOT APPLY when * partner overcalled in balancing position * opponents raise their suit directly Examples: - (1!C) - 1!H - (pass) - 2!C=diamonds, 2!D=fit invit, 2!H=fit natural - (1!H) - 2!C - (pass) - 2!D=natural F1, 2!H=spades, 2!S=fit inv, 2NT=natural, 3!C=fit - (3!D) - 3!S - (pass) - 4!C=natural, 4!D=hearts, 4!H=spade fit, slam interest, 4!S=spade fit natural