How to Play
Tamerlane Chess is a much larger and more complex strategy game than standard chess. With a 10x11 board, 28 pieces, and unique rules, it offers a deep strategic experience.
10×11 Board
28 Pieces Each
Unique Rules
Board Layout
The game is played on a 10 rows × 11 columns board (a-k, 1-10). White's citadel is at a6, Black's citadel is at k5.
IMPORTANT: Citadel squares are at a6 for white and k5 for black. If your king reaches the opponent's citadel, the game ends in a draw.
Starting Position
Below you can see the starting positions of all pieces. Each player starts with 28 pieces arranged symmetrically.
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j
k
10
9
Kale
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
Kale
1
Each player: 1 King, 2 Rooks, 2 Knights, 2 Elephants, 2 Camels, 2 War Engines, 2 Talias, 1 Giraffe, 1 Ferz, 1 Vizir + 10 different pawn types (11 pawns) + 1 special Pawn-of-Pawns = Total 28 pieces
Citadel — Sol/rank 9 · Sağ/rank 2