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Melee Chess (Variant I)

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Keys "s"=save "l"=load "b"=back once

This is a version of Melee Chess with the citadels in front of the king. This makes for a shorter game.

Melee Chess

Chess Variants

These are simple illustrations rather than strong opponents.

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