Tafl Champions: Ancient Chess
Play Tafl Champions, an ancient form of chess dating all the way back to the Vikings! Capture the defender's king while they guide him to escape the battlefield and to freedom. Challenge your enemies, customise your shield, play on multiple platforms and become the ultimate Tafl Champion!
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NOTICE: This game is to be deprecated in 2027. Thank you to all those that have played over the past few years. This will be replaced by the upcoming Tafl Throne Breakers. All your relative data will transfer automatically.
Play Tafl Champions, an ancient form of chess dating all the way back to the Vikings! Capture the defender's king while they guide him to escape the battlefield and to freedom. Challenge your enemies, customise your shield, play on multiple platforms and become the ultimate Tafl Champion!
An Ancient Contest of Strategy
Tafl is a collection of games where the objective is the same and comes in various sizes. The attackers must capture the defender's king who is trying to escape the battlefield. The attackers outnumber the defenders but the defenders have the more advantageous position making this a game of cunning and bravery. Truly a game for rulers of great warriors!
Make your Appearance Known
Earn runes to customise your pieces so that your opponents can recognise you. Choose from multiple patterns and colours to stand out amongst the crowd!
Challenge the Best
See who the best are in the world and challenge them to the top of the leaderboard. Prove your tactical prowess by defeating those ranked higher than you and fend off would be challengers beneath you.
Play Anywhere and Everywhere
Your game is synced across multiple platforms so you can play anywhere and everywhere. Started a game on your desktop and need to move? Resume play on your mobile device!
