Tablut
- Players: 2 players
- Play time: 45 min
- BGG rating: 6.4
About Tablut
Tablut is a traditional tafl game played on a 9×9 grid. The game was originally recorded by Linnaeus in Lapland in 1732. game description for Swords & Shields One player controls the Shields and the other controls the Swords. The Swords player must try to capture the Chief Shield, while the Shields player must clear a safe path for the Chief Shield to escape off the board. Pieces can move any number of spaces in a straight line, and are captured when bracketed on two opposite sides by opponent pieces.
- Released
- 1700
- Age
- 8+
- Best with
- 2 players (BGG community)
Rules and prices
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How many players can play Tablut?
Tablut plays with 2 players.
What is the best player count for Tablut?
BoardGameGeek community voters say Tablut is best with 2 players (3 votes).
How long does Tablut take to play?
A game of Tablut takes 45 min.
What age is Tablut for?
The recommended minimum age for Tablut is 8+.
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