Inexperienced players welcome. The game will be taught to anyone present at the scheduled starting time. GMs may also schedule a demonstration for the Event. Coached events generally require more time and effort to run and can be upsetting to more experienced players impatient with delays. Announce at the outset, that all players are expected to abide by the C rating and help newcomers.
Schedule
GM: Ed Bond (3rd Year)
Round
Day
Start Time
Duration
Location
Heat 1/3
Mo
14
2
Chestnut
Heat 2/3
Tu
18
2
Chestnut
Heat 3/3
We
10
2
Chestnut
Semifinal
Th
19
2
Chestnut
Final
Th
21
2
Chestnut
Evergreen will be used for overflow
2018 Tournament Format
HMSE
This is CHESS, played with CHECKERS. The checkers move like chess pieces based on the roll of a special pair of dice with the goal of capturing the opposing king checker. The game can be learned in 2-5 minutes and will be coached. Games typically take about 20 minutes to play. For more information: http://www.metacheckers.com.
Additional Prizes: Prizes will included copies of the games, plus souvenirs and possibly gift cards.
