This page is written by the game's inventor, Eric Greenwood.
Hans 38 Chess
When playing Hans37 chess, Eric Greenwood designed this variant. He asked Hans
Bodlaender, whether he wanted an early birthday gift - Hans said yes, and here
the birthday gift was. Early indeed, because Hans was born in April 1960
and the game was sent October 15, 1997.
The Diagram implements the Chinese Knightrider as Maorider plus Moarider, mixed steps are not allowed.
It is assumed the promoted Silver is distinct from a premordial Gold, and cannot promote again.
It is assumed promotion occurs on the 7th rank.
Since it is not clear what 'piece in hand' means, the Diagram allows an Across on b8 to jump to e0.
K, R, B, are as normal chess.
P may not take a double step, promotes to any.
H (Horse) moves as Chess Knight, plus 1 square Horiz. or Vert.
L (Leopard) moves 1 square forward, backward, or diagonally.
W (Wolf) Moves 1 square any except straight back.
Object is to checkmate the king.
Optional rule: moving into the other side's "bulge" w/ your king is a
Draw/Win (whichever is preferred).
Written by Eric Greenwood; introduction by Hans Bodlaender.
WWW page made: October 29, 1997.
