How to play Bac Bo?

Bac Bo is a traditional Vietnamese board game that is played by two players. The game involves strategy and is similar to chess.

Here are the basic rules to play Bac Bo:

  • The game is played on a 9×10 board with each player having 22 pieces.
  • The pieces are placed on the intersection points of the board lines.
  • The pieces are divided into two types: soldiers and generals.
  • The soldiers move one step diagonally forward, while the generals move one step diagonally in any direction.
  • The aim of the game is to capture the opponent’s general.
  • The game ends when either the general is captured or when a player is unable to make a move.

    I hope this helps you get started with playing Bac Bo!
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