Board Game Go
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Board Game Go
It is believed that the Go Game origin could date back to 2300 B.C . One legend of how this board game originated was during the reign of Chinese emperor Yao who had his counsellor develop this to teach his Son the ability to concentrate, balance and some discipline. Apparently the tales indicate that the son; Danzhu, was a bit of a challenge when it came to 'discipline'. The Chinese refer to this game as weiqi or wei-ch'i. Historical writings indicated that the game spread to Korea during the 5th century AD. The Korean name for the game was baduk. Further evidence of the board game Go in Japan date back to the 7th century AD. It eventually gained popularity with the imperial court in Japan. In 1603 the Japanese assigned a Buddhist Monk; who held the honor of being considered the best player at the time, the title of Godokoro ( Minister of GO). Schools were developed for teaching, practicing and competing with individuals placing great importance on being 'ranked' based on wins. The game was slow to spread to the Western world. Influenced by two gentlemen named Edward Lasker; who learned the game while in German in the early 1900's, and Arthur Smith who learned Go while travelling in the far east, they formed the New York Go Club in 1905. During World War II and with the rather unfavorable feelings toward the Japanese in the West during that time the game ceased to be popular but did re-emerged late in the 19th century.Using black and white stones on a 19 x 19 ( originally the game was on a 17 x 17 board) game board the two players alternately place stones in an effort to conquer territory. It's a game that makes you think, based on strategy and concentration it is truly challenging the mind. It is a game that has been around now for nearly 4000 years and is currently played all over the world.
It is believed that the Go Game origin could date back to 2300 B.C . One legend of how this board game originated was during the reign of Chinese emperor Yao who had his counsellor develop this to teach his Son the ability to concentrate, balance and some discipline. Apparently the tales indicate that the son; Danzhu, was a bit of a challenge when it came to 'discipline'. The Chinese refer to this game as weiqi or wei-ch'i. Historical writings indicated that the game spread to Korea during the 5th century AD. The Korean name for the game was baduk. Further evidence of the board game Go in Japan date back to the 7th century AD. It eventually gained popularity with the imperial court in Japan. In 1603 the Japanese assigned a Buddhist Monk; who held the honor of being considered the best player at the time, the title of Godokoro ( Minister of GO). Schools were developed for teaching, practicing and competing with individuals placing great importance on being 'ranked' based on wins. The game was slow to spread to the Western world. Influenced by two gentlemen named Edward Lasker; who learned the game while in German in the early 1900's, and Arthur Smith who learned Go while travelling in the far east, they formed the New York Go Club in 1905. During World War II and with the rather unfavorable feelings toward the Japanese in the West during that time the game ceased to be popular but did re-emerged late in the 19th century.Using black and white stones on a 19 x 19 ( originally the game was on a 17 x 17 board) game board the two players alternately place stones in an effort to conquer territory. It's a game that makes you think, based on strategy and concentration it is truly challenging the mind. It is a game that has been around now for nearly 4000 years and is currently played all over the world.
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- Why Play Go Games? 7 Different Reasons!
- Basic Complete Board Game Go
- Thick Board Game Go With Glass Stones & Go Bowls
- Thick Go Board WIth Glass Stones & Bowls
- Reversible Board Game Go With Glass Go Stones
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Why Play Go Games? 7 Different Reasons!
Not all board games are created equally. Some have feature and benefits that others lack, and vice-versa of course. Here we answer the age old question - why play 'Go'?
1/ There will be a winner declared every time you play. Some board games can go on forever depending on how it's played. Hours of playing Risk, Monopoly and you end with counting up who has the most 'stuff' in the end. The game of chess I have seen played for hours as well, with some ending in stalemates where there is no next move. Being able to make decisions, actions and someone walk away as being victorious over the other without taking days or months is a good thing. It makes it simple to sit down and play rather than having to set aside time to finish or continue a game.
2/ The game of Go in many respects is a very simple game. There is one rule: surround and capture. The game is played based on that one single guideline and there are no exceptions or 'grey' areas.
3/ The game of Go is also considered to be quite convoluted and intricate. How so you ask? You will rarely ever see the game played out the same way twice. Each time you play it really is a 'new' game. This has been supported with the difficulty computer programmers have had coming up with a 'solution' to the game. Strong computer programs can defeat the best of players when it comes to most all games, even chess. However with so many possible games of Go the programmers have been unable to crack them all!
4/ Every move you make sits on the board as a reminder throughout play, unless of course it's capture. This can be a good move or a nagging reminder and learning experience from a bad move. Either way, the stone placement makes it possible to see the benefits or problems from the move as the game continues and serves as a tool you can use in the next game.
5/ With Go, it's easy to level the playing field with two players that are of differing ability and strength level with playing the game. With an empty board to begin with a few extra moves by the weaker of the players can bring them into a more competitive range. This makes the game more interesting for both parties. No one likes to lose all the time and a winner likes to be challenges. A fun and challenged game can be accomplished with this kind of handicapping system.
6/ Go has its origins going back to China or Tibet as far back as 2500 years ago historians believe. Go is wildly popular in the east, with over 100 million participating regularly. Tournaments with winners who are regarding as celebrities occur regularly. While the game is still relatively unknown to many in the west, it is considered one of the most popular games played in the world today. When you engage in a game of Go, you are playing the same game, the same way it was played centuries ago. Traditions passed down from history regulate all aspects of the game.
7/ A game can actually end without the capture of a single stone - the premise is on building up the board. You work to create your structures not running around trying to destroy your opponent pieces. With a blank board to begin you have your tabula rosa and you create and guide play how you choose. It's a thinking person's game!
1/ There will be a winner declared every time you play. Some board games can go on forever depending on how it's played. Hours of playing Risk, Monopoly and you end with counting up who has the most 'stuff' in the end. The game of chess I have seen played for hours as well, with some ending in stalemates where there is no next move. Being able to make decisions, actions and someone walk away as being victorious over the other without taking days or months is a good thing. It makes it simple to sit down and play rather than having to set aside time to finish or continue a game.
2/ The game of Go in many respects is a very simple game. There is one rule: surround and capture. The game is played based on that one single guideline and there are no exceptions or 'grey' areas.
3/ The game of Go is also considered to be quite convoluted and intricate. How so you ask? You will rarely ever see the game played out the same way twice. Each time you play it really is a 'new' game. This has been supported with the difficulty computer programmers have had coming up with a 'solution' to the game. Strong computer programs can defeat the best of players when it comes to most all games, even chess. However with so many possible games of Go the programmers have been unable to crack them all!
4/ Every move you make sits on the board as a reminder throughout play, unless of course it's capture. This can be a good move or a nagging reminder and learning experience from a bad move. Either way, the stone placement makes it possible to see the benefits or problems from the move as the game continues and serves as a tool you can use in the next game.
5/ With Go, it's easy to level the playing field with two players that are of differing ability and strength level with playing the game. With an empty board to begin with a few extra moves by the weaker of the players can bring them into a more competitive range. This makes the game more interesting for both parties. No one likes to lose all the time and a winner likes to be challenges. A fun and challenged game can be accomplished with this kind of handicapping system.
6/ Go has its origins going back to China or Tibet as far back as 2500 years ago historians believe. Go is wildly popular in the east, with over 100 million participating regularly. Tournaments with winners who are regarding as celebrities occur regularly. While the game is still relatively unknown to many in the west, it is considered one of the most popular games played in the world today. When you engage in a game of Go, you are playing the same game, the same way it was played centuries ago. Traditions passed down from history regulate all aspects of the game.
7/ A game can actually end without the capture of a single stone - the premise is on building up the board. You work to create your structures not running around trying to destroy your opponent pieces. With a blank board to begin you have your tabula rosa and you create and guide play how you choose. It's a thinking person's game!
Basic Complete Board Game Go
- Basic Complete Go Game Set
- Complete Go game reasonably priced, this complete set includes:
Basic Go board with feet. 19" x 17.5" x 1.25"
Wooden Go stones. flat base 20mm
2 Natural date wood Go bowls to hold the stones, no instruction booklet.
The difference between the basic complete set and the economy deluxe is a thicker board and glass stones.
Thick Board Game Go With Glass Stones & Go Bowls
- Thick Go Board With Glass Stones & Go Bowls
- Thick flat Go board with 8mm x 21mm bi-convex (convex on both sides; shaped like a lentil) glass go stones and wooden Go bowls (2).
Thick Go Board WIth Glass Stones & Bowls
- Thick Go Board WIth Glass Stones & Bowls
- Thick flat wood veneer Go board with 7mm x 20mm bi-convex (convex on both sides; shaped like a lentil) glass Go stones and plastic Go bowls.
Reversible Board Game Go With Glass Go Stones
- Reversible Go Board With Glass Go Stones
- Reversible solid spruce Go board, 7mm bi-convex (convex on both sides; shaped like a lentil) glass Go stones with plastic Go bowls. Reverse side of the Go board has fewer squares for players at a lower skill level.
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