Box cover for "Stratego Original", the classic game of battlefield strategy, featuring illustrated medieval-themed characters and cavalry in battle, with logos and age recommendation.
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Stratego (1946)

ByMichail

Stratego

Stratego is a strategy board game for two players on a board of 10×10 squares, first registered in 1942 in the Netherlands and later trademarked in the United States in 1960. The game was created by Jacques Johan Mogendorff during World War II, and its popularity has persisted over the years, with various versions and adaptations available.The origins of Stratego can be traced back to the traditional Chinese board game Jungle, also known as “Game of the Fighting Animals” (Dou Shou Qi) or “Animal Chess”. The modern game of Stratego, with its Napoleonic imagery, was initially manufactured in the Netherlands and later licensed to manufacturers such as Milton Bradley and Hasbro.

Why is Stratego Popular?

Stratego is a popular game due to its strategic nature, which allows players of all ages to engage in theoretical warfare. The game is simple enough for young children to play but offers a depth of strategy that appeals to adults. It has been licensed to various manufacturers and retailers, making it widely accessible to players.

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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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