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The Celtic Game

The Celtic Game

Oxford Games, Ltd. · 1997
220 min0+ yrs4.8 BGG41KidsCouplesStrategy
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Supposedly themed on a Celtic game called Tawlbwrdd (Throw-board), referred to the in the Howel Dha, this version greatly resembles the Viking game Hnefatafl. One set of pieces is on the outside of the board, trying to capture the other sides King.

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The Celtic Game box art
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Supposedly themed on a Celtic game called Tawlbwrdd (Throw-board), referred to the in the Howel Dha, this version greatly resembles the Viking game Hnefatafl. One set of pieces is on the outside of the board, trying to capture the other sides King. The King's army tries to protect his dash to the edge of the board and freedom. Moves are based on dice rolls. The board is styled with Celtic knot work designs. Rules in English, French and Japanese.

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BGG rating4.8 / 10
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KidsCouplesStrategy
Play time
20 min
Players
2
Recommended age
0+ yrs

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A game of The Celtic Game takes about 20 minutes. (The first game doesn't count. It never counts.)
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The Celtic Game is recommended from age 0.
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