How about a game of Japanese Chess, i.e. Shogi? Now playing Shogi4 — Page 37

I had completely forgotten that the king could move two squares ahead, so maybe it won't be a problem after all. It might still be a weakness, but it's probably OK as is.

Well, it's still worth considering.  I think it would be best to block any drops from immediate checkmate, and the bishop or cannon could do that assuming the king or ramshead haven't moved.  I think shrinking the board is better too, so here's my next proposal.

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It makes the board a bit smaller, nearly every piece can move in the beginning (minus the king and silver), and those that aren't are quickly available to move.  There is some space for maneuvering, and no threat of an instant checkmate when holding the right piece early in the game.  Tell me what you think.  We could probably still play our game at the past setup without too much difficulty, but we should play the next something closer to this.

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Since the two of us started working on the rules, we've created four different versions on top of the one with the rules currently on Zillions. :)

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Wow, over 100 posts since I last popped in on the thread formerly known as the lion thread.  I'd just like you both to know that I'm not burying the hatchet with either of you since you changed the lion.  I've got fingers crossed behind my back as I pretend to like both of you, but in reality I'm laughing at how stupid and awful you both are because I'm the only person here who matters or has any intelligence.

I'm the intelligent one around here! I make more acute observations than Ric Olie himself(!)--I'm still convinced you're an impostor. Take a look at my signature, title, and avatar if you are in doubt.

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Might as well say "Title 2," "Signature 2," and...uh...Avatar.

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I'm da brains o' dis here outfit, see?  So youse don't get no funny ideas now, see?

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Since you can drop pieces with either face up, I suggest you actually drop your heavenly horse instead of your knight.  It might be a moot point, but it would have given you more flexibility.  If you wish, I can assume you did drop it as such.

Meanwhile, rs-4