Introducing the Elephant and Hawk, the revolutionary new pieces for variant chess. Brought to you by one of the greatest minds in chess, Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan, this variant breathes new life into the classic game without altering the fundamental rules you know and love.
What is Variant Chess?
It's a game of strategic depth and endless possibilities. Played on a standard 8x8 board with a standard starting position, the key difference is the introduction of two powerful, new pieces:
The Elephant: A hybrid of the Rook and the Knight, this mighty piece combines the long-range power of the Rook with the leaping, unpredictable nature of the Knight. It's a force to be reckoned with, capable of controlling vast areas of the board and delivering stunning attacks.
The Hawk: A hybrid of the Bishop and the Knight, the Hawk offers an entirely new dimension to diagonal play. It can hop over pieces like a Knight and command the diagonals like a Bishop, making it a master of both close-quarters combat and long-range pressure.
These pieces don't start on the board. Instead, they are introduced into the game at your strategic discretion when a piece on your back rank moves for the first time. This innovative "gating" mechanic creates a unique opening every time, eliminating the rote memorization of opening theory and rewarding pure, creative chess skill.
Why play Variant Chess?
Unleash Your Creativity: Break free from the confines of established openings and explore a world of new positions and strategies.
Familiar Feel with a Fresh Twist: The game retains the core rules of chess, so you'll feel right at home while enjoying the excitement of something new.
Enhanced Strategic Complexity: The Elephant and Hawk introduce new tactical motifs and strategic challenges, forcing you to think on your feet and adapt to dynamic positions.
The Ultimate Chess Companion: Our beautifully crafted Elephant and Hawk pieces are designed to complement any standard chess set, allowing you to easily transform your game and experience a different kind of challenge.
Whether you're a seasoned player looking for a new challenge or a newcomer to the game who wants to dive into a world of fresh possibilities, Yasser Seirawan's Elephant and Hawk combination will change the way you see chess forever.
Elevate your game. Order your Elephant and Hawk pieces today!