NEF
An variation of an ancient viking game called Hnefatafl (nef-a-ta-full)
Instead of an 11x11 board this one uses a 9x9 board with a reduced amount of pieces. There are 5 King spaces which only the King can enter these areas.
RULES AND OBJECTIVES:
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The outer army consists of 4 Berserkers and 16 Valkyries.
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The inner army consists of 4 Berserkers and 8 Valkyries.
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Players attempt to surround enemy pieces to kill them.
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Players can pass between two enemies without being removed.
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Repeating sequences of moves are not allowed. If the same position occurs three times, with the same player to move, he must vary his attack.
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Friendly units count towards blocking friendly units.
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If the player without a King has 3 pieces or less , he gains the ability to surround the king on only two sides.
WIN CONDITION:
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Get the King to one of the four corners or kill the King for the opponent.
BOARD SETUP
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See the special board setup below
