Chaturanga-For-Four (Modern Version)

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Chaturanga-For-Four (Modern Version)

This is the simplest and maybe best version of the very old four-handed game.

Your side wins by capturing both enemy kings.

I decided that partners do not check each other, and that you cannot move into check. I thought that if you cannot move, you pass your turn.

Bishops are 2,2 leapers.

Chess Variants

These are simple illustrations rather than strong opponents.

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Written by Ed Friedlander

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Credits

Author: Ed Friedlander.

See also

• Chaturanga for four players.. Oldest multiplayer chess variant. (8x8, Cells: 64) (Recognized!) Author: Hans L. Bodlaender.
• 4-handed Shatranj. Shatranj for Four. (8x8, Cells: 64) Author: M Winther.

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