How to Play Chausar: Complete Guide with Strategies

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How to Play Chausar: Complete Guide with Strategies

Chausar, also known as Pachisi, is one of India's oldest and most captivating board games, steeped in history and strategy. Dating back to the Mahabharata era, this cross-and-circle dice game isn't just fun; it's a cultural journey.

🎲 What You Need to Play:

• A Chausar board (available on RollTheDice.in)
• 4 players
• 4 pawns per player
• 6 cowrie shells (or dice, depending on variation)

📏 Basic Rules:

1. Each player starts with 4 pawns at home.
2. Players take turns throwing cowrie shells or dice to determine moves.
3. A roll of 1, 5, 6, 10, or 25 allows a move.
4. The goal: move all four pawns around the board and into the center.

🎯 Strategy Tips:

• Prioritize safety: use your rolls to group pawns together to avoid being captured.
• Time your aggression: capturing opponents' pieces sends them back to start.
• Use high rolls to leap past danger zones or rush to the center.

Chausar sharpens your planning skills while giving a taste of ancient Indian royalty. It’s not just a game—it’s a legacy worth sharing.