Hnefatafl Viking Board Game - a fascinating game of Viking origin that's at least 1500 years old Viking Chess or Hnefatafl - strategic war game of unequal forces. An authentic Viking game that's relatively easy to learn, but with good strategic depth Two Player Board Game - Defenders (lighter pieces) must protect and move their King to safety whilst the attackers attempt to capture the King All accessories included - The Masters Hnefatafl set includes a cloth linen board, high quality resin pieces with exceptional detail (12 defenders, 24 attackers and 1 King) and rules Perfect gift - This set is presented in a decorated cardboard box and will make a great present for any games enthusiast Hnefatafl is a fascinating board game of Viking origin that is at least 1500 years old. Also known as Viking Chess, It is a deeply strategic war game of unequal sides with the king and his guards outnumbered by the attacking forces. The 'white' player must move their King to one of the corner squares to win, whilst the 'dark' player must hinder the progress and capture / kill the King.

This premium quality Hnefatafl set contains beautiful, moulded resin pieces with exceptional levels of detail. There are 37 playing pieces in total - 12 defenders, 24 attackers and 1 King. The Viking Chess pieces are in two different designs and finished in simulated wood and cream colors. They are based on the famous 12th century Lewis Chessmen.

The game board is made from natural linen and is nicely decorated with typical Viking patterns and symbols. The linen Hnefatafl board is lightweight, practical and can be folded / rolled up for easy storage.

The game is presented in a decorated cardboard box and comes with a set of multi-lingual rules based on those played in the 9th and 10th centuries and using the Hnefatafl board of 11 x 11 squares.

Language of Rules/Instructions: German, Spanish, French, English, Japanese, Norwegian
Contains small parts. Unsuitable for people vulnerable to choking hazards..
Approx. dimensions: Box: 11.6x5.9x1.4 inch. Weight: 14oz
Made in Britain
Product Ref.: 00H720