Objective of the Game
Forchess is a variant of chess designed for four players. The objective is similar to standard chess: put the opposing team's King in checkmate, meaning it's under attack and has no legal moves to escape the threat.
Needed Materials
- A specially designed Forchess board, which differs from a regular chessboard by its shape or additional spaces.
- Four sets of chess pieces in different colors.
Game Setup
- Each player sets up their pieces on one of the four sides of the board. The standard setup is similar to regular chess, with all pieces placed on the first two rows.
- The colors of the pieces are assigned randomly.
Basic Rules
- Teams: Two players form a team, with opposite players forming a team. The game can also be played individually with four players.
- Turn Order: Each player takes turns moving one piece, following the standard chess movements. The turn order rotates either clockwise or counterclockwise.
- Movement and Capturing: Pieces move according to standard chess rules.
- Check and Checkmate: Functions like standard chess, with the added element of teammate support to fend off threats.
Strategy
- Communication: Essential in team games to strategize and coordinate moves with a partner.
- Teamplay: Keep an overview of the entire board and coordinate with your teammate to leverage tactical advantages.
- Protect the Kings: With multiple players involved, it's vital to better protect the kings from being attacked from multiple sides.
Special Features
- In Forchess, finding a good balance between offense and defense is crucial, as being too aggressive can endanger your own king.
- The ability to work with a partner opens up new strategic dimensions, such as pooling forces to overthrow a player.
In summary, Forchess is an exciting game that combines the strategic depth of chess with teamwork and new dynamic challenges.
