13 Black Cats
- Designer John Fiore
- Publisher (Web published)
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Start for freeWhat to Expect
You play alone on a 13x8 board built from a double-nine domino set. The goal is to move 13 pawns from one end of the board to the nearest two ranks by placing tiles to create paths. Pawns move orthogonally along squares whose pip sums equal exactly 9. Pawns cannot pass or enter squares occupied by others, requiring careful planning.
Who Is This Game For?
13 Black Cats is designed for solo players aged 8 and up who enjoy short abstract strategy games. With a playing time of about 15 minutes, it suits players seeking a quick, thoughtful challenge without complex rules or multiplayer interaction.
How It Works
The game uses domino tiles to form the board and 13 pawns that move orthogonally. Movement occurs along paths where the pip sums of the squares equal 9. You place domino tiles to create these paths, enabling pawns to advance without crossing or landing on occupied squares. The objective is to get all pawns into the two nearest rows on the opposite side.
What Makes It Special
Designed by John Fiore, 13 Black Cats uniquely uses a double-nine domino set as the playing board. It belongs to the traditional domino family and is exclusively a solitaire game. Although it has no awards, its distinctive movement mechanic sets it apart.
Pro
- Short playtime of about 15 minutes
- Designed exclusively for solo play
- Unique use of domino tiles as a game board
- Pure abstract strategy without randomness
Contra
- No multiplayer option
- Limited mechanics, no deck-building or worker placement
- Mostly appealing to fans of abstract games
Setting & Atmosphäre
The game takes place on an abstract domino tile board without a thematic background. It is a pure strategy game related to traditional dominoes.
Tipp für Einsteiger
Plan your pawn movements to create paths with pip sums of 9 to keep routes open efficiently.
Häufige Fragen
Can I play this solo?
Yes, 13 Black Cats is designed exclusively for single-player use.
How long does a game really take?
A typical game lasts about 15 minutes, suitable for quick sessions.
What prior experience do I need?
It's suitable for players aged 8 and up and requires no special previous experience.
How does this compare to similar games?
Its unique use of a double-nine domino set as a board and movement along squares with a pip sum of 9 makes it distinctive.
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, its simple rules and short duration make it family-friendly for children aged 8 and older.
What mechanic makes it special?
The core mechanic is moving pawns orthogonally along paths where the pip sums equal exactly 9.
Fazit
13 Black Cats is a recommended short solo abstract strategy game for fans of domino puzzles and quick brain teasers. It works well for focused solo play sessions.