Chinese Chess / Xiangqi

The most played chess in the world is Xiangqi or Chinese chess. It has been said that western chess is a war but Xiangqi is battle!

Starter game in a tube; ivory-coloured, leatherette board, 32.5x29.5cm; wooden pieces, 3.5cm diameter, with traditional Chinese symbols in red and green. English names can be marked on the reverse of pieces. Simple instructions.




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The most played chess in the world is Xiangqi or Chinese chess. It has been said that western chess is a war but Xiangqi is battle!

Large wooden pieces and fold out playng mat.

Please note that all the symbols on this chess set are in Chinese.

The `Elephant Game`, as it is known by the Chinese, has a unique style of play resulting in a wide-open quick-moving and aggressive contest. Generally thought to be the ideal starting point for anyone wanting to learn Chinese Chess, this explains the rules and strategies ckearly and in detail. It covers everything you need to know, from opening through to endgame. (Beg; 185 pages)