Special Pieces Instructions

G Guardian

The Guardian moves like a king (one square in any direction) but has a special ability:

• It can capture adjacent enemy pieces without moving.
• When capturing with a Guardian, you'll be asked if you want to capture without moving (select OK) or capture by moving to that square (select Cancel).

A Archer

The Archer combines movement and ranged attack:

• Moves like a king (one square in any direction).
• Can shoot and capture enemy pieces up to 3 squares away in any direction without moving.
• Cannot shoot through other pieces.

C Cannon

The Cannon is a stationary piece with ranged attack:

• Cannot move around the board.
• Can capture enemy pieces up to 4 squares away in straight lines (not diagonally).
• Cannot shoot through other pieces.

W Wall

The Wall is a defensive piece with limited mobility:

• Can move 1-2 squares horizontally or vertically (not diagonally).
• Can only move if adjacent to a friendly piece.
• Cannot capture other pieces.
• Cannot be captured by most pieces (serves as an obstacle).