Objective

Talat is an abstract strategy game for two or three players, where the goal is to gain points by skillfully placing and moving towers. The player with the most points at the end of the game wins.

Components

• Three boards for three players or two boards for two players
• Each player has a set of towers, each set contains towers in three different heights, shapes, and colors.
• Score markers or pen and paper

Setup

1. The boards are laid out in a straight line. For two players, only the outermost boards are used.
2. Each player takes a set of eight towers.
3. Players take turns placing one tower in the first row of each board closest to them.

Game Rules

• Players take turns moving one tower forward, diagonally forward, or sideways to an adjacent space.
• A tower cannot move backwards.
• Capturing Towers: A tower can capture an opposing tower if it is stronger in at least two out of three characteristics (height, shape, color).
• Special rule for three players: On the middle board, towers can encounter and capture towers from either opponent.
• Captured towers are removed from the game, and the capturing player earns points based on the number of captured towers.

Scoring

• At the end of the game, each player earns points not only for captured towers but also for any remaining towers that have reached the opposite end of a board.

End of the Game

The game ends when no further moves are possible. The player with the highest score wins.

Strategic Tips

• Planning Moves: Carefully consider where to move your towers to put pressure on your opponent and protect your own advances.
• Resource Management: Ensure you maintain enough strong combinations of towers to successfully attack your opponent.
• Balance Attack and Defense: An aggressive style may earn points through captures, but a thoughtful defensive plan can help bring valuable towers to the opposite side for additional points.

Have fun playing Talat!