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.
The King | Can move one space in any direction. You lose if this piece is captured. | |||
The Rook | Can move any number of spaces horizontally or vertically. When promoted, can also move one space diagonally. | |||
The Bishop | Can move any number of spaces diagonally. When promoted, can also move one space horizontally. | |||
The Gold General | Moves one space, but not backwards diagonal. | |||
The Silver General | Can’t move sideways or backwards. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. | |||
The Knight | Moves like a knight in chess, but only in a forward direction. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. | |||
The Lance | Can only move forward. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. | |||
The Pawn | Can only move one step forward. Becomes a Gold General upon promotion. |