Senet Game: Decorative Drawer-type Box Game, Artistic Replica of Ancient Egyptian Race Game, Handcrafted Wooden Board Game, Customizable

Over 5000 years old, the ancient Egyptian game of Senet is one of the oldest documented games; fragmentary games have been found in tombs dating back to 3100 BC, and tomb paintings in Saqqara depict the game being played by Hesy-Ra, a high official from the Third Dynasty, c.2600 BC. Four Senet boards of different build styles were found in King Tutankhamun's tomb. This artistic replica of one of those finds, featuring stylized thematic artwork burned into the wood surfaces and accented by colorful stains and gilder's paste, is sure to be not only a beautiful decorative piece, but an entertaining diversion as well. This handcrafted wooden racing game can be both intriguing and challenging, and will make an excellent addition to any avid gamer's collection. Constructed of natural wood materials, this game is crafted to be of heirloom quality; a great way to enjoy some quality time with family and friends - sure to last for generations to come.

• MADE TO ORDER
• HANDCRAFTED with pyrographed artwork, stained accents, and gilded details
• LEAD TIME: 4 weeks (from time of purchase to shipping day; timeframes can be affected by workload, holidays, etc. – please refer to the Shop Announcement for posted info on creation time frames, or inquire via messages if a specific due date is needed).
• WOOD TYPES AVAILABLE: Cherry, Maple (wood is finished with a satin lacquer)
• ARTWORK AVAILABLE: As depicted in Photos (variances in final motif will naturally occur). Custom artwork requests always welcome!
• MEASUREMENTS: 12x4x3 inches [LxWxH] (completed/assembled product)
• PLAYING PIECES/PAWNS: 10 pawns with 4 casting sticks (all pieces easily stored in box/drawer)
• ADDITIONAL INFO: Inside of the box drawer is felted; the drawer magnetizes closed.
• HOW TO PLAY: A game of Senet begins with 5 pieces or pawns from each player being placed alternating on squares 1-10 of the board (these squares are furthest from the marked 'reward' squares). Casting sticks, colored on one side and plain on the other, are used to determine movement; moving from square 10 to square 11 and onward in a zig-zag pattern along the remainder of the game grid, always crossing onto the next row at the ends. Landing on a square containing an opponent's piece is considered an attack, and the pieces are exchanged. There are squares that are considered safe for any piece residing on them, as well as a space that is considered a trap. Three or more pawns in a line is considered a blockade, and no opponent piece may pass. Pieces landing on the last square (30) remain until the start of that player's next turn; if that player has no pieces on the starting line (1-10), then at that time, the piece can be removed. The object is to move all five pieces off the board in this way before your opponent.
• A rules pamphlet is included with the game.

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PLEASE NOTE: All of my items are crafted by me, in my home studio and workshop. I am a one-man show, with no ‘production partners’ to help mass-produce any item (though I will source pawns, etc. from quality reputable dealers). Be assured that when you buy an item from me, you are getting a distinctive creation from the original maker. Given the inherent nature of the handcrafted work, time frames for more complex creations, whether the complexity is the art, the build, or a combination of both, can be extensive. Please be patient; I communicate and update customers regularly with the status of their unique creation(s).