Description
Hnefatafl is a fascinating board game of Viking origin that is at least 1500 years old. Also k n as Viking Chess, It is a deeply strategic war game of unequal sides with the king and his guards outnumbered by the attacking forces. The 'white' player must move their King to one of the corner squares to win, whilst the 'dark' player must hinder the progress and capture Hnefatafl (or King’s Table) is a simple but addictive game of strategy. Hnefatafl is pronounced “nef-ah-tah-fel” and is one of history’s greatest board games. 37 playing pieces in total comprising of 12 defenders, 24 attackers and 1 King. Chess box size: 25*12*6cm/9.84*4.72*2.36in Checkerboard size: 22*22cm/8.66*8.66in Piece size: 3 4cm/1.18 1.57in DBMBWNL
Features
- 🌟 Viking Game- Hnefatafl the historic Viking game of wit, strategy and military intelligence. Unlike most games you’ve played in the past, the 37 Hnefatafl pieces are not divided equally, as life and war are not often fair.
- 🌟 Also known as Viking Chess, Hnefatafl is a strategic war game of unequal forces The lighter pieces must protect and move their King to safety whilst the darker pieces attempt to capture the King
- 🌟 True King'S Table - Hnefatafl is an authentic Viking game that's relatively easy to learn, but with good strategic depth. Two player game with 37 playing pieces - 12 defenders, 24 attackers and 1 King.
- 🌟 Good For You : Did you know that playing board games can teach important social skills like verbal communication, being patient, sharing, taking turns and enjoying interactions with others? Games like Hnefatafl foster the ability to focus and lengthens the players attention span. Playing games is an easy and excellent way to spend unhurried, enjoyable time together. They are also rich in learning opportunities.
- 🌟 Encourages Cooperative Play : Multiplayer games can promote interpersonal communication and relationships. The key to winning the game is good collaboration between players. Chess game teaches restraint and cooperation, and it engages more areas of the brain and may even produce physical changes. Players utilize higher-order thinking skills, analyze actions and consequences, and visualize future possibilities. Each time the game is played, these skills are strengthened.