There are hundreds of games that are popular all over the world. One of the most-played is definitely backgammon as it is entertaining for people from the age of five and up. It is actually one of the oldest board contests out there. It's a game for two players who roll dice and move their pieces on a backgammon set.
The first player that can successfully move their checkers around the board and get them removed, is the winner. This game comes in many different forms,but is actually played most often as a table game. With the advent of computers, this game has migrated to the Web. It is now played online as well.
Many people play online, which they can play others or compete against computers. This has caused an explosion of players that can play anytime they get a few spare minutes in their day. Over 10 years ago, the first backgammon online tournament was held. Now every level of player can compete against others around the world for cash prizes.
Backgammon sets come in many price levels, including very ornate hand crafted heirlooms. Many are made by craftsmen from around the world of various woods, including oak,mahogany and walnut. Some of these sets are felt lined and hand carved pieces. The smaller set are leather bond cases to take along with you. Often some of these sets are made of plastic , leather and magnetic.
The enthusiast will really enjoy playing at a table, rather than a board. Most of these tables incrporate other game in them. Chess, checkers are the most common games that can be played at these tables. These tables usually have storage for backgammon set pieces and are made of fine woods with leather, marble and oxo-teak incorporated into the playfields.
Hand carved legs with inlaid wood tops are commonly used. Storage drawers are common for protecting your chess, checkers, dice and chessmen. Many table styles and sizes are available and resemble your living room end tables, but are a little shorter to make game play more comfortable.
Backgammon sets are available at department stores with game aisles and specialty game stores.. Garage sales, flea markets and eBay may offer older sets. Performing a search online will suggest many other locations where one of the oldest most enjoyable game of the ages can be found.
Many price ranges for a backgammon set are available. Size, material used, wher it was made are all factors in its price. Compare prices online will quickly give you an idea what set is right for you. There are many sellers of board games, but some cater to beginners and others to the enthusiast and tournament players. If you purchase a high end set, it's a good idea to insure it against damage in shipping and know your sellers return policies. - 31483
The first player that can successfully move their checkers around the board and get them removed, is the winner. This game comes in many different forms,but is actually played most often as a table game. With the advent of computers, this game has migrated to the Web. It is now played online as well.
Many people play online, which they can play others or compete against computers. This has caused an explosion of players that can play anytime they get a few spare minutes in their day. Over 10 years ago, the first backgammon online tournament was held. Now every level of player can compete against others around the world for cash prizes.
Backgammon sets come in many price levels, including very ornate hand crafted heirlooms. Many are made by craftsmen from around the world of various woods, including oak,mahogany and walnut. Some of these sets are felt lined and hand carved pieces. The smaller set are leather bond cases to take along with you. Often some of these sets are made of plastic , leather and magnetic.
The enthusiast will really enjoy playing at a table, rather than a board. Most of these tables incrporate other game in them. Chess, checkers are the most common games that can be played at these tables. These tables usually have storage for backgammon set pieces and are made of fine woods with leather, marble and oxo-teak incorporated into the playfields.
Hand carved legs with inlaid wood tops are commonly used. Storage drawers are common for protecting your chess, checkers, dice and chessmen. Many table styles and sizes are available and resemble your living room end tables, but are a little shorter to make game play more comfortable.
Backgammon sets are available at department stores with game aisles and specialty game stores.. Garage sales, flea markets and eBay may offer older sets. Performing a search online will suggest many other locations where one of the oldest most enjoyable game of the ages can be found.
Many price ranges for a backgammon set are available. Size, material used, wher it was made are all factors in its price. Compare prices online will quickly give you an idea what set is right for you. There are many sellers of board games, but some cater to beginners and others to the enthusiast and tournament players. If you purchase a high end set, it's a good idea to insure it against damage in shipping and know your sellers return policies. - 31483
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