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Choko (1985)

ByMichail

Choko

Choko is a two-player abstract strategy board game that originated in the Gambia Valley, West Africa, and is played specifically by the Mandinka and Fula tribes. It is related to the game Yote. The game is played in the sand with sticks for pieces.

Why is Choko Popular?

Choko is a popular game in West Africa and is known for its unique Gameplay Mechanics of Choko. The game is significant because it is a traditional game that has been passed down through generations and is still played today.

Game Components of Choko

5 x 5 holes set in the ground or on a board12 pieces for each player (sticks or other distinguishable objects)

Game Setup of Choko

The board is empty in the beginning.Players decide what colors to play and who starts first.Players alternate their turns.

Gameplay Mechanics of Choko

Players take turns placing their pieces on the board.Once all the pieces are placed, players move their pieces from one point to an adjacent point.When a player jumps over an opponent’s piece, they can select a second piece to capture from anywhere on the board.

Game Objective of Choko

The objective of the game is to capture all of your opponent’s pieces.

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Michail, a seasoned tabletop enthusiast, dives headfirst into worlds of fantasy and strategy. Whether commanding a party of adventurers through perilous dungeons or engaging in tactical showdowns on the board, Michail is the maestro of the tabletop realm. Michail's gaming table is a realm where the clatter of dice and the shuffle of cards create a symphony of strategic chaos.

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