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Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
We are now offering multiple versions of this game, and all pieces are decorated!
Ludus latrunculorum, (also known as latrunculi, or latrones) was “the game of the brigands” played throughout the Roman Empire. A two player predecessor of Chess and a cousin of Hnefatafl, the objectives of the game are to either capture all your opponent's regular pieces, or to capture your opponent's Dux, or king.
Our standard version comes with an 8 by 11 square setup, with 12 pieces per side: 11 regular pieces, and the Dux. We are now offering 8 by 8 and 8 by 12 versions, witha total of 25 pieces per side.
Gameplay is simple to learn, with captures being made with a flanking sort of action like in Hnefatafl. Pieces move straight any number of spaces in the rows or columns to their positions. A full list of rules is included as well as a cloth bag to store pieces in. Get it for the historian or game lover in you life today!
We are now offering multiple versions of this game, and all pieces are marked to work with Dr. Shädler's reconstruction as well!
Videos on how to play:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qX6q5Z0I16o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cB515r--fPs
Not the game you’re looking for? Check out our other games in our shop!
Tafl https://www.etsy.com/listing/709158483/hnefatafl-tafl-board-game
Alquerque https://www.etsy.com/listing/465759837/alquerque-board-game
Nine Men’s Morris https://www.etsy.com/listing/289405793/nine-mens-morris-board-game
Jarmo https://www.etsy.com/listing/454827360/jarmo-board-game
Not the size you were looking for? Ask about custom pricing for different designs on this game.
1-2 business days
Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. I'm not responsible for delays due to customs.
Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 30 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
Warning: Wooden items including wooden swords, wands, and other items can be dangerous if used improperly. Weapons should be used under the supervision of a trained martial artist. Broken items should never be used in practice or play, and should be replaced immediately as broken items can cause severe injury.
Disclaimer and Liability: Any and all purchases or interactions with this business warrant the acknowledgement of a waiver of Cloud Home Crafts, owners, employees, and associates, of any and all liability regarding products sold by Cloud Home Crafts, Cloud Industries and affiliate companies. This liability waiver includes but is not limited to mental or emotional harm and distress, physical injury of any sort, including bruising, scratches, cuts, loss of motor function, loss of teeth, eye injuries, allergic reactions, broken bones, internal injuries, and/or death, or any other related injury.
We have had no reported major injuries with our wooden weapons or wands, and we take extra precautions to insure that our products are designed in such a way to prevent injury. Bruising has occurred when products were used improperly, but larger injuries are possible since the wood swords and wands can be easily misused. Adult supervision is highly recommended at all times as well as supervision with a martial artist when items are used for contact sport or play. But if used properly, our products are very safe, and very fun. :)
Yes, to the very best of our knowledge. We use 100% wood of different kinds for our wands. For example, if we say the wand is an Oak wand, it is made from Oak wood. Our wooden swords are made from pine unless otherwise specified.
Jul 20, 2021
Very pretty game! Needed to pay some unexpected import taxes(Netherlands) But definitely worth it!
Janneke
Jul 11, 2021
My Ludus Latrunculorum board is amazing!! Gorgeous board and pieces, will definitely be ordering from them again!
Josh Dumatrait
Jun 10, 2021
If you're looking for a Latrunculi board, THIS is currently it. I've only encountered a few on the market, all of them being "homemade," and this one has a decent design, isn't too expensive, and is great for playing anywhere. I will say, for the more picky people out there, that the board is made from plywood and doesn't sit even on surfaces. The board I received has a corner that is very noticeably NOT flat when playing at our table. Also, a few of the 50 token pieces that came with my 8-12 board were chipped, the staining on them isn't consistent, and one of my pieces had an issue with being etched wrong. However, the seller sent me 10 extra tokens when I contacted them about it and overall, this IS a GREAT product. It's not a perfect product but it's perfect for playing this game. We're already at 15+ hours of entertainment.
Justin Smith
Jun 5, 2021
It's a wonderful set! Very nicely made, easy to handle and pick up to move around the room. The pieces don't slide around uncontrollably, so they stay in place while you play a game. The details in the board and pieces are very well etched in; they are very good, fine lines. Thank you!
Chris
Jun 2, 2021
Absolutely terrific product. The game itself is great fun, the board is beautifully constructed, and has become a beloved game for both myself and the missus and our friends already :)
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