Abstract
Manipuri traditional game Kei-Yen, which originates from the ancient Meitei mythological story, is a mind game between two players of different mindsets, one has the mindset of killing (Kei), whereas the other (Yen) has the mindset of protecting itself and block the moves of Kei. We propose and develop an algorithm of this game by incorporating various possible logical tactics and strategies for a possible computer software of this game. Since this game involves various logical mind games, playing this game can improve our way of thinking, strategies, tricks and other skills related to mind game. In this play there is not the case of draw which means one has to win over the other at the end of the game. This game could become one of most interesting indoor national or international game.
Highlights
One of the most interesting Manipuri traditional indoor games, which is known as Manipuri Chess, is Kei-Yen (Tiger-Rooter) [1]
Manipuri traditional game Kei-Yen, which originates from the ancient Meitei mythological story, is a mind game between two players of different mindsets, one has the mindset of killing (Kei), whereas the other (Yen) has the mindset of protecting itself and block the moves of Kei
We propose and develop an algorithm of this game by incorporating various possible logical tactics and strategies for a possible computer software of this game
Summary
One of the most interesting Manipuri traditional indoor games, which is known as Manipuri Chess, is Kei-Yen (Tiger-Rooter) [1] This indigenous game is originated from the “Meitei mythological” story [2]. This Manipuri traditional name Kei means Tiger, and Yen means Rooter or Cock It is a mind game like Chess game between two players on a board drawn in a specific logical manner [3], but the way it is played is very different from the Chess game. It was played with difference sticks by representing both Kei and Yen on a board or ground drawn with specific logical lines along which the individual Keis and Yens can go along to kill its opponent. Kei will win the match if it kills all the Yens, whereas, Yen player will win the match if it could able to block the Kei moves
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