Rettah chess
Introduction
Rettah chess is a chess variant created by V.R. Parton. The game is popular and significant because it offers a unique twist on traditional chess by introducing the concept of rettahs, which are powerful pieces that can capture other rettahs.
Game Components of Rettah chess
Board
A 10×10 board is used in the game.
Pieces
Each player has two rettahs (kings) and two queens. There are also six other pieces: bishop, unicorn, knight, and rook.
Pawns
Each player has twelve pawns.
Game Setup of Rettah chess
Each player places their rettahs and queens on the board. The remaining pieces are placed on the board according to the chosen variant. Pawns are placed on the board in front of the rettahs.
Gameplay Mechanics of Rettah chess
The objective is to capture both of the opponent’s rettahs. Rettahs can capture other rettahs, and there is no checkmate. Pawns move one step forward, either orthogonally, diagonally, or triagonally, but not directly upward or downward.
Game Objective of Rettah chess
The game aims to capture both of the opponent’s rettahs, with the ultimate goal of winning the game.
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