Seega - Seja - al-Sīja

# How to Play Seega — al-Sīja · El-Sīga · seja · السيجة Seega (also known as al-Sīja, El-Sīga, or seja) is an ancient strategy game for **2 players** from Egypt and Sudan. It is easy to learn, but clever moves can make all the difference. ## 1. Place Your Pieces The game is played on a **5 × 5 board**. Each player has **12 pieces**. Take turns placing **2 pieces at a time** anywhere on the board. The **middle square must stay empty**. Keep taking turns until all the pieces have been placed. ## 2. Start Moving Now the real battle begins! Players take turns moving **one piece at a time**. A piece can move **one square up, down, left, or right** — but never diagonally. ## 3. Capture Your Opponent To capture an opponent's piece, trap it between **two of your pieces** in a straight line: **Your piece — Opponent — Your piece** The trapped piece is removed from the board! You can capture pieces horizontally or vertically. ## 4. Win the Game! Think ahead, set traps, and protect your own pieces. Capture all of your opponent's pieces to win! Can you outsmart your opponent and become the Seega champion?