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Generalised Generals

A systematic set of names for part-symmetric radial pieces

Charles Gilman

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Generalised Generals. Variations on Shogi Generals.

Nasmichael Farris wrote on Thu, Nov 24, 2005 05:46 AM EST:Good ★★★★

I am just getting familiarized with Shogi, and the separation of powers on
the Japanese Chessboard is pleasing to my novice eye.

Thanks, Charles, for your focus on the powers of the generals, and their
adaptation to respective games.

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