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While most of the world knows how to play the ancient
games of backgammon, chess and draughts, there is an
almost forgotten game, comparatively ancient, which
hangs like a spectre over a large part of northern
Europe. This game is hnefatafl, also known in its
various forms as tafl, brandubh, tawlbwrdd, alea
evangelii and tablut, and less certainly by some as
gwyddbwyll and ficheall. It is a game of skill in
which a king tries to escape, with the help of his
men, from a numerous besieging army.
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This web site will take you on a tour of the game,
starting with its history from the earliest times,
through its travels with the Viking settlers, on to
the time of its decline and finally to its modern
revival. Then the rules will be explained, along with
some hints on strategy. Finally, you can play the
game against a friend using a virtual board. Begin
your journey with the history button below, and have
fun!
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Copyright © Damian
Walker 2007
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