Make an Ancient Roman Board Game (Ludus Latrunculorum)

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  • @karentseng1399
    @karentseng1399 10 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you! This was so fun to make and so fun to play for my 2 classes of 6th graders. We modified the method, and made the game board with canvas, drew the grids with sharpie and made the game pieces with Model Magic. At the end of the day, the students can wrap all the pieces in their piece of cloth and take them home. They really enjoyed the lesson.

    • @epicfantasy
      @epicfantasy  10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for watching and great to hear the kids had fun! Pretty good idea about using canvas.

    • @MrRed-cf6gk
      @MrRed-cf6gk 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My sister's a teacher as well and she likes taking games to play at lunch with the kids. I think I'll tell her about your idea!

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are welcome! Have fun making and playing it! Its a lot of fun to play.

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh! And tell your brother I am starting a very big diorama of a castle siege scene. That will be fun. Its going to be around 8 feet in size.

  • @binkbonkbones3402
    @binkbonkbones3402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Alternative way to construct this game:buy a box of Hershey's kisses, and a box of mentos. Then draw the eight by twelve grid on one of the boxes.

    • @bjornivar4346
      @bjornivar4346 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Would be a sweet tooth kids favorite game then. :-)

  • @ethelyulianatejadarojas363
    @ethelyulianatejadarojas363 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is great. I love ancient games! Thanks for sharing! greetings from Colombia

  • @bjornivar4346
    @bjornivar4346 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great! Very interesting. Thanks for sharing historical knowledge.

  • @EricKuniholm
    @EricKuniholm 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    And you should pronounce "dux" as "dooks," like the Romans did. It is after all the word we get "duke" from. That would have been the English pronunciation too, before the Great Vowel Shift.

    • @testtube70
      @testtube70 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Anatoli Smorrin That may be so for ancient Greek but with restored classical Latin you use a ks for the x. For example rex which has the IPA: /reːks/.

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the suggestion! More ancient games coming!

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    great question! Yes, the dux can be used to capture other team pieces.

  • @backonlazer791
    @backonlazer791 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You would have to use green or clear plastic and then paint it with transparent green paint. There's no way to actually handle glass at home, unless you get custom made glass blocks and start sanding them to shape. But it would be extremely hard and it would break easily, I would try with plastic, but I doubt that it won't work.

  • @jackmehoff6767
    @jackmehoff6767 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dux is actually latin for Duke. whereas Rex means king.

  • @Mies78
    @Mies78 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    this channel is better than Discovery.

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for following! The ceramic dragon is just about done! yay. The big foam dragon might be a couple of weeks. Thats a lot of work. I will post updates to facebook and G+ for sure.

  • @NaysGames
    @NaysGames 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Epic fantasy, how are you so talented at making cool props, decorations, swords and other blades, glass bazookas, plastic figurines and much more, and still have a social life? You must put a lot of time into this stuff! P.S I love the hidden blade tutorial!

  • @jasonfenton8250
    @jasonfenton8250 8 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It should be noted that this game's rules are speculation by historians and there are several different methods. I've been using Ulrich Schädler's interpretation, no dux, and pieces can only move to an adjacent square. Oh, and you can't move between enemy pieces unless it would block one of the enemy pieces. I think you're using something more like Kowalski's reconstruction.

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    not sure what that is.

  • @BlindEyes89
    @BlindEyes89 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    So it is kinda like a simplified version of go. I might have to make this sometime.

  • @loszhor
    @loszhor 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the information.

  • @GreatTechnologicalRU
    @GreatTechnologicalRU 12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great game! Will definitely try to make one of those. A question: can the duks capture the other teams pieces?

    • @rpm381
      @rpm381 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes

  • @NareshKumar-bw3vm
    @NareshKumar-bw3vm 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful game
    Upload more ancient games

  • @MisterKisk
    @MisterKisk 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember when I suggested this to you back on your Hnefatafl video. Great job on this one.

  • @MetinAliArts
    @MetinAliArts 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally new video. It's awesome little game i'm gonna make it tomorrow and gonna play it with my friends. Thanks a lot .

  • @Deepranger930
    @Deepranger930 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So it's just hnefatafl rules on a different board?

  • @strefan
    @strefan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's very similar to Hnefatafl(Viking Chess) actually. The captures and movement are basically the same.

    • @epicfantasy
      @epicfantasy  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It sure is! I also have a tutorial on Hnefatafl here: th-cam.com/video/dNM4054Io7I/w-d-xo.html

  • @Person-ef4xj
    @Person-ef4xj 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you skip your turn in this game, and if not what happens if you still have a duck but have no legal moves?

  • @stevehuff723
    @stevehuff723 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm just curious, why couldn't this same version be played on a standard 8 square chess board ? minus a few pcs. no doubt , but it should play out the same. correct ?

    • @jamesmoore3228
      @jamesmoore3228 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The game was played on several different sizes of boards by the Romans. Boards of 8x8, 8x9 and 8x11 have also been found. On an 8x8 board you would have 8 soldiers (pawns) and 1 general (king) per side. If you have a chess set, that is all you need to play Latrunculi..

  • @fellopez62
    @fellopez62 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey. You can make captain hooks hook. Can you look up an Ancient Greek game. You can also make shoe box matexi scene. Star Wars Death Star made out of paper mâché or pineata. Finally ax or pick axe from foam board.

  • @macqlus
    @macqlus 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thank you for publishing it it taught me a lot I was unfamiliar with the game and you explained most definitely basic rules and how to make the board thanks again.

  • @dkosh3
    @dkosh3 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey I just subscribed and wanted to know if you could make a Greek game. I would love that! I read tons of Greek stuff and want to play Greek games. Also nice videos. Cant wait to see your new videos :)

  • @barrytierney17
    @barrytierney17 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant. I Have to try this

  • @TheOriginalKidCoyote
    @TheOriginalKidCoyote 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Your channel is awesome.

  • @TheStupidGamingGuy
    @TheStupidGamingGuy 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey epic so far Ive made your daedric dagger and daedric sword their awesome keep making good vids.

  • @davidfunvideos
    @davidfunvideos 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you capture more than one piece at a time. Say one player has two pieces next to each other in the same row. and you mange to move one piece on each side?

  • @TheDawnArts
    @TheDawnArts 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    you should make ninja armor gear and how to forge a bow

  • @faresmizwwe
    @faresmizwwe 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    cool when will you post the video about the ceramic mosaic of a dragon and i can't wait for the 10 foot foam dragon

  • @KERMParadice
    @KERMParadice 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    well he name is sir crocodile from the anime one piece and he has a hook in his right hand and i want to know if you could make a tutorial on how to make it.

  • @barrytierney17
    @barrytierney17 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You could/should make Captain Kidds Sawtooth Cutlass from assassins creed.
    Thanks

  • @Themasterhaytham
    @Themasterhaytham 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Will brilliant video as usual , can I ask you to maybe make some Viking armour or weapons (shields, swords , helmets) cheers bro keep up the good work ;)

  • @backonlazer791
    @backonlazer791 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Forge a bow? I'm pretty sure that bows are usually not forged. They are made out of wood or something similar that has certain strength, but can also be easily bend. Metal bow would be extremely weak, but I guess you didn't necessarily mean "forge". But ninja attire would be cool =D

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, I will, helmet first then maybe gauntlets. Going to be a few months, spring time.

  • @Mutakaliim
    @Mutakaliim 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done bro

  • @fellopez62
    @fellopez62 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey epic. Cat in the hat hat is a project you should do. Also can you explain stop motion anama. It seems cool and I want to try it. You should do slow motion video. Finally I challenge you to make a sword out of Cheerios, and wire.

  • @fellopez62
    @fellopez62 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey epic. Medieval swords that looks like was made of steel but really foam board. Also lava Aztec sword. Neck collar that looks like Frankenstein bolts. Make a metal working spring. Small gallentine ( French execution devise during the French resolution. Finally Native American game.

  • @cwoso
    @cwoso 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just made it really cool

  • @fwehmeyerg
    @fwehmeyerg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    you know in what year
    was created?

  • @faresmizwwe
    @faresmizwwe 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    good can't wait

  • @SpectrumOfficialEDM
    @SpectrumOfficialEDM 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you make a daedric helmet?

  • @HazmatTutorials
    @HazmatTutorials 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    could you try to make a Judge Dredd helmet. I just saw the old movie

  • @barrytierney17
    @barrytierney17 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool project. Keep it up.

  • @Lordonilink
    @Lordonilink 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm gonna make one and show it to my chess instructor thanks for the tutorial!

  • @barrytierney17
    @barrytierney17 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should make the Daedric Artifact ,Volundrung from Skyrim please.
    Thanks

  • @AFGMirMir7477
    @AFGMirMir7477 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you make a flintlock pistol?
    By the way great video!

  • @barrytierney17
    @barrytierney17 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should make "Captain Kidd's Sawtooth Cutlass" sword from Assassinns Creed 3.
    Thanks

  • @MrVidioer
    @MrVidioer 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    can you make sly coopers cane ??

  • @fellopez62
    @fellopez62 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I found the template of assassins creed hidden blade and now working on it. You can do GI Joe katana sword out of foam board. Assassins creed throwing knife out out of foam board. Also mount rush more. Finally bow and arrow from the game toom raider.

  • @pangpang4511
    @pangpang4511 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    he means if you can make them with paper, like origami

  • @jackmehoff6767
    @jackmehoff6767 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was awesome

  • @jasonzardka791
    @jasonzardka791 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    There's an Egyptian game similar to this and it's called senet, so you think you can

  • @MrColuber
    @MrColuber 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would it be a good idea to call the Dux a Duke?

  • @SPQRLegionVIII
    @SPQRLegionVIII 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome will definitely be making one. thanks wil.
    -sam

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    good job! and thanks!

  • @ghostrecon1066
    @ghostrecon1066 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Epicfantasy, how do you come up with all your creations?

  • @Claire18Hi
    @Claire18Hi 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    more ancient games please!!!!!!!!!

  • @saintjavier300
    @saintjavier300 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey BIG FAN! I love creating things straight out of fantasy. Are you familiar with the new DMC:Devil May Cry video game? Well Ninja Theory had rebooted Dante's signature sword, Rebellion, and I was hoping you could approach this project to be made. Making Corvo's was fun! I'm hoping if you do make Rebellion try to make it at household! Easier for me! THANKS! :)

  • @HazmatTutorials
    @HazmatTutorials 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    could you try to make a glass sword from skyrim

  • @jesusrosas6603
    @jesusrosas6603 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome... I love It

  • @AndersenDavid
    @AndersenDavid 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    cant wait! :) I love ancient games :)

  • @Chevaleer
    @Chevaleer 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello. I followed the instructions and made the game. Looking forward to playing it but not sure if the Dux can be used to trap the opponent's Dux; capture an opponent's soldier or is it against the rules to do either or both. Loved the video.

    • @ShadowCider
      @ShadowCider ปีที่แล้ว

      Supposedly it can act as a normal soldier but if it gets trapped you lose

  • @fellopez62
    @fellopez62 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey. Big fan did some of your weapons. How about you make Rome columnseam out of marshmallows, chocolate and tooth pick. Bio diorama, Grand Canyon. Finally glow in the dark socks / game. Thank

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    thanks! i love that intro too!

  • @pikachu102011
    @pikachu102011 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you make master chiefs helmet from halo

  • @lydiajacobs3974
    @lydiajacobs3974 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    similar to the board game Othello? I like it

  • @FlyingAce1016
    @FlyingAce1016 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Reminds me of reversi and another game

  • @KERMParadice
    @KERMParadice 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    could you make a crocodile hook from one piece ? is just i want to learn how to make one XD

  • @12345678971926
    @12345678971926 ปีที่แล้ว

    I learn to play that game back in Afghanistan during deployment

  • @conniedrose
    @conniedrose 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    looks fun

  • @backonlazer791
    @backonlazer791 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Np, if someone tries I wish them good luck =)

  • @Drigoon321
    @Drigoon321 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's like Go

  • @MartinGrauer
    @MartinGrauer 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can make some epic fantasy castle and name it StormCastle ;) :D

  • @talkingyam
    @talkingyam 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Helped at school

  • @NaysGames
    @NaysGames 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    P.P.S. My comment was meant in a good way!

  • @CosplayingwithChad
    @CosplayingwithChad 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    is there a papercraft for this?

  • @epicfantasy
    @epicfantasy  12 ปีที่แล้ว

    not sure what a paper craft is.

  • @chowder447
    @chowder447 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    can you make batmans cowl which is his mask please?!!!!!!!!

  • @HazmatTutorials
    @HazmatTutorials 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    o thats kool thanks for telling me :)

  • @alexandermckinnon8048
    @alexandermckinnon8048 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Or use coins

  • @chowder447
    @chowder447 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey epicfantasy two things 1st. how old is moe and how is he doing? 2nd. why don't you make batman's cowl that would be AWESOME!

  • @AutarichDownloads
    @AutarichDownloads 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can use your scroll for this.

    • @AutarichDownloads
      @AutarichDownloads 11 ปีที่แล้ว

      epicfantasy Hey, whens your nect random giveaway? Cause when you have one im gonna try to get this or the dagger you made a while back that one was amazing.

    • @henriqueporn
      @henriqueporn 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good idea using scrolls for gameboards. Liked it.

  • @psyckoman852
    @psyckoman852 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Naaaarh joking your cool man

  • @minimalmike1410
    @minimalmike1410 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "you have to get him on all four"

  • @northygames1840
    @northygames1840 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey, epicfantasy, this guy totally stole your video! His name is Derrick Foronda! He didn't even give you credit in the video. It was a straight-up download and re-upload of your video.

  • @TandE555
    @TandE555 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dux means leader :)

  • @pikachu102011
    @pikachu102011 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    @SweetMeDuSaaH

  • @lboy1193
    @lboy1193 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    coool!

  • @tonymaurice4157
    @tonymaurice4157 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This game doesn't work, something is missing because it's just endless draws over and over

  • @HappyQuailsLC
    @HappyQuailsLC 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Slow down! Decaf!

  • @suntzu3541
    @suntzu3541 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude please fix your intro. Its only in 1 speaker and the volume of several clips is jacked way up. Killin mah ears.

    • @epicfantasy
      @epicfantasy  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I fixed it. >This is an old video.

  • @qasimsajjad3201
    @qasimsajjad3201 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    100 th comment

  • @psyckoman852
    @psyckoman852 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Neeeeeeeeerd XD

  • @Zebara58
    @Zebara58 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Jumanji much better; more in-depth gameplay.