Shogi
Shogi Rules
You win by capturing your opponent’s King.
Captured pieces can be replaced on the board under your control.
Entering enemy territory promotes pieces.
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The King | Can move one space in any direction. You lose if this piece is captured. | |
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The Rook | Can move any number of spaces horizontally or vertically. When promoted, can also move one space diagonally. | ![]() |
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The Bishop | Can move any number of spaces diagonally. When promoted, can also move one space horizontally. | ![]() |
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The Gold General | Moves one space, but not backwards diagonal. | |
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The Silver General | Can’t move sideways or backwards. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. | ![]() |
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The Knight | Moves like a knight in chess, but only in a forward direction. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. | ![]() |
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The Lance | Can only move forward. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. | ![]() |
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The Pawn | Can only move one step forward. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. | ![]() |