Hnefatafl

The Ancient Viking Board Game

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Why Play Hnefatafl?

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Learn Mode

14 interactive tutorials teach you everything from basic rules to advanced strategies. Progress tracking included.

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Smart AI

Three difficulty levels powered by minimax algorithm with alpha-beta pruning for challenging gameplay.

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Pass & Play

Play with friends on the same device. Perfect for learning together or competitive matches.

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9 Board Variants

From 7×7 Brandubh to 19×19 Alea Evangelii. Each variant offers unique strategic challenges.

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Historical Rules

Authentic Tablut variant based on Carl Linnaeus's 1732 documentation from Lapland.

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Responsive Design

Optimized for phones and tablets with adaptive layouts and accessible controls.

Game Modes

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Learn to Play

Master the game with interactive tutorials

  • 14 progressive lessons
  • Interactive board practice
  • Progress tracking
  • Strategy tips
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Two Players

Classic pass & play on same device

  • All board sizes available
  • Undo/redo moves
  • Move history
  • Algebraic notation
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Play vs AI

Challenge the computer opponent

  • 3 difficulty levels
  • Play as Attacker or Defender
  • Strategic AI thinking
  • Perfect for practice

Board Variants

7×7
Brandubh
~10 min
9×9
Tablut
~15 min
11×11
Classic
~20 min
11×11
Line
~20 min
11×11
Tawlbwrdd
~20 min
11×11
Lewis
~20 min
13×13
Parlett
~25 min
15×15
Walker
~30 min
19×19
Alea Evangelii
~40 min

📜 Historical Tablut HISTORIC

Experience the authentic Finnish variant of Hnefatafl as documented by Carl Linnaeus during his 1732 expedition to Lapland. He observed the Sami people playing this ancient strategy game and recorded its rules for posterity.

Key Features: 9×9 board • Edge escape victory • Linnaeus 1732 rules • Analysis mode

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