LUZHANQI, CHINESE LAND BATTLE ARMY CHESS, w/ RULES #201

Luzhanqi
Chinese Land Battle Chess
Complete with English Rules 

A new, well made edition of the popular Chinese game Luzhanqi (literally, "land battle game"). This clever game is probably derived from the Chinese version of chess, Xiangqi, and also related to the popular Chinese children's game Dou Shou Qi (see our store for those games as well). This is one of China's most popular board games.

It is also known as Lu Zhan Jun Qi ("land battle army game"), Jun Qi ("army game"), Chinese Army Chess, Land Battle Chess and even Tezhi Luzhangqi ("specially made land battle game").

The fun of this game is the mystery of not knowing your opponent's pieces as you play. It is played much like our western game Stratego, but usually adds the element of a third person who serves as "referee," letting the two players know the outcomes of their battles without ever revealing the identities of the pieces. The suspense continues throughout the entire game! It can also be played by just two players with a slight variation, if no 3rd person is available.

Well Made, New Set

This is a nicely made set. The playing mat is 14 1/2 by 10 1/2. It is made of very thin vinyl, and folds up into the box which stores the pieces.
Also included is a more slightly smaller playing board (11 by 8 1/2 inches) printed on cardstock, for those who prefer a more sturdy playing surface.
The pieces are 7/8 by 5/8 by 1/4 inches. They are made of solid urea resin, a smooth, good quality resin which feels similar to good quality dominoes or piano keys.

Traditional Chinese Rules, in English

It's rare enough to find this game outside of China, but it's even more rare to find an accurate edition of the rules in English. This set comes complete with a clear and concise illustrated pamphlet, laying out the rules in plain English.

Shipping, etc...

We ship by First Class Mail: 2-5 'working days' withing the U.S., 6-10 'working days' outside the U.S.
Please see shipping rates listed below.

(vinyl mat shown above, heavy paper board shown below, both are included)

Click here to see the World Chess eBay Store!