🎯 What is Alkkagi?
Alkkagi is a traditional Korean board game where players flick pieces to knock opponent pieces out of the board. While the rules are simple, controlling power, angle, and final positioning creates deep tactical gameplay.
📋 Basic Rules
Turn Flow:
On your turn, choose one of your pieces and flick once. You may not take another shot until all pieces fully stop moving.
Elimination:
A piece is eliminated when its center point crosses outside the board boundary.
Victory:
Eliminate all opponent pieces to win the game.
No Re-shot:
One flick per turn. Even after a collision, extra shots are not allowed until motion is completely resolved.
🧭 Shot Mechanics
Collision Control:
Contact angle and impact strength determine both pieces' travel paths. Accurate contact is usually stronger than maximum power.
Boundary Pressure:
Pieces near edges are easier to eliminate, but your own edge positioning can also become a liability.
Turn Resolution:
A turn is finalized only after every piece stops. Plan your shot for both immediate impact and end-of-turn layout.
Self-risk Management:
Overpowered shots often cause self-out. Prioritize stable placement and follow-up opportunities over flashy hits.
🧠 Winning Strategy
Edge Pressure:
Prioritize opponent pieces already near boundaries and reduce enemy count quickly.
Power Control:
Controlled medium shots produce more reliable outcomes than maximum force in most situations.
Angle Setup:
Design rebound angles that keep your own pieces in safe zones after contact.
Two-step Plan:
Choose shots that not only hit now, but also create a better board state for your next turn.
💡 Tips for Beginners
- Target edge enemy pieces first and lower the opponent count early.
- Avoid over-flicking because self-out mistakes decide many games.
- Check rebound lines before shooting, especially around corners.
- Practice with AI to build consistency in power and angle control.
- Protect your pieces in central safe zones when you cannot secure elimination.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How is elimination judged?
A: A piece is out when its center point crosses outside the board boundary.
Q: Can I collide with my own pieces?
A: Yes. Friendly collisions are legal and can be used for repositioning and defense.
Q: What is the safest way to play near edges?
A: Prefer controlled shots over direct full-power pushes to reduce self-out risk.
Q: How does AI difficulty change gameplay?
A: Higher levels improve shot selection, collision prediction, and defensive placement quality.
Q: What is the fo score?
A: fo is the platform rating score; it rises with wins and falls with losses.