Application Description

Chinese chess, a two-player strategy game with over 3,000 years of history, offers a delightful blend of accessibility and depth. Its fundamental rules are straightforward, yet the interplay of offense and defense, the strategic use of space, and the intricate coordination of pieces create a captivating and challenging experience. The game board and pieces themselves reflect a rich history, evolving over centuries within the context of Chinese culture.

The game's complexity unfolds through strategic maneuvers. Mastering the nuances of each piece is key:

• The General: Confined to the nine central squares.
• The Advisor: Movement restricted to the nine central squares.
• The Elephant: Moves diagonally across two squares, confined to its own half of the board.
• The Horse: Moves in an "L" shape – two squares in one direction, then one square perpendicularly.
• The Rook: Moves horizontally or vertically any number of squares.
• The Cannon: Moves like the Rook, but captures by jumping over a piece.
• The Pawn: Moves forward one square at a time, with special rules for capturing.

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