Hounds and Jackals (58 Holes) c. 2000 BC
What it is
An ancient Egyptian race game in which two players advance five peg pieces (dog- or jackal-headed) along a 58-hole path toward the end point.
Why it matters
A Middle Kingdom Egyptian game (c. 2000 BC), with a famous complete set found by Howard Carter; it spread widely across the ancient Near East.
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How to play Hounds and Jackals (58 Holes)
Hounds and Jackals (58 Holes) is a game that plays with 2 players. It's a Racing game where the core of play revolves around Roll / Move. An ancient Egyptian race game in which two players advance five peg pieces (dog- or jackal-headed) along a 58-hole path toward the end point. A Middle Kingdom Egyptian game (c. 2000 BC), with a famous complete set found by Howard Carter; it spread widely across the ancient Near East.
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