Karal Studio's
Battle Chess
A challenge of intellect and social dynamics is played on level ground.
This game is only part new but way harder than before.
It has 3 in opposition, but only one will score.
BATTLE CHESS by Karal Studio.
As a spectator in many great games, I had often noticed much more of a games potential due to my  unattached viewpoint. Caught in the intensity of it all, it is difficult to withhold unsolicited suggestions.  My interference would cause much bickering and how I wished to be allowed to play on the board with them too.  This got me thinking, how about a board for three opponents?

By opening up the area for a third complement of men, the 3 way battle began!
To win it is necessary to create alliances then commit treason.  Be prepared to experience intense social interactions. New dynamics of play rolls into action greatly expanding ones challenge in several directions.

  • There is the opportunity of applying known skills to greatly expanded parameters
  • The application of the 3 opponent scenario.
  • The movement potentials of all the pieces are enhanced.
  • The discovery of new strategic sequences. It should be noted that some traditional strategy is of little use here for it is surpassed by superior movements of the powerful queens and bishops.
  • This is a group game so the feeling of one comes to life. The silent concentration of one mind pitted against another is shattered as you struggle with friend and foe, often with humor and loud curses that follow.
  • Battle Chess may be played with only 2 opponents. Known as a Skirmish, it is just as exciting and there's lots more room to move.

My friends Paul and Bronie getting to know the game.
Battle Chess first created & pictures taken May, 1990


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