====== Axe Chess =======
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Axe chess is a type of turn-based duel. Both players are equipped with axe and shield. Within a turn, only one of the two may move, using the following actions: 
  * a step (both feet may move once).
  * a parry
  * one attack
However, not all actions have to be used during a turn, also the order is arbitrary.\\
After his turn, the player remains in his final position and it is the other player's turn, now he may finally make a parry to the attack he just made and counterattack.\\
Once the second player has finished his turn, it is the first player's turn again and on and on.


===== Variations =====

This exercise can also be played in threes or fours, which makes the individual rounds considerably longer, adding a not insignificant strength-conditioning component.\\
However, nothing changes in the range of actions. It is still only one player's turn at a time, so a round contains more moves. The order in which the players may move can of course be varied freely.


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