Armenian Checkers
Armenian checkers
Armenian checkers, also known as Tama, is a variant of draughts (or checkers) played in Armenia.
Why is Armenian checkers Popular?
Checkers is a popular game because it is a simple strategy board game that has been played for millennia. It has been mentioned in various historical sources, such as the works of Plato and Homer. The game has also been the subject of research in artificial intelligence, with Christopher Strachey writing the first video game program on checkers in 1951.
Game Components of Armenian checkers
The game board for Armenian draughts is typically an 8×8 grid, with 16 men lined up on each side in two rows, skipping the first and last row. The pieces consist of men only, which are “crowned” to pieces called kings when they reach the opposite side of the board.
Game Setup of Armenian checkers
The game is played on an 8×8 board with 16 men on each side, as mentioned above. Players alternate turns, each making one move per turn.
Gameplay Mechanics of Armenian checkers
The gameplay in Armenian draughts is similar to that of traditional checkers, with players moving their pieces diagonally across the board. When a player captures an opponent’s piece, it is removed from the board immediately, allowing for a “opened up” capture mid-move. The game ends when one player cannot move their pieces due to being hemmed in or having all their pieces captured.
Game Objective of Armenian checkers
The objective of Armenian draughts is to capture the opponent’s pieces while protecting one’s own pieces from capture.
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