"Relive the Eastern Battle: Shogun - The Vintage Board Game by Ravensburger!"

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"Relive the Eastern Battle: Shogun - The Vintage Board Game by Ravensburger!"

• Publisher: Ravensburger
• Author(s): Teruo Matsomuto
• Year of release: 1983

Description
Shogun is a vintage board game from 1983 published by Ravensburger. The game was designed by Teruo Matsomuto and offers a unique playing experience thanks to the automatic stones. With each move, the playing pieces reveal a different number, making every move a surprise.

The game description explains that the objective of Shogun is to defeat your opponent's Shogun and win the game. The game board features 8 red and 8 white playing stones facing each other. Each of these stones has a number in a recessed window, indicating how many spaces the stone can move. Shogun is a challenging game for two players.

The name of the game is derived from Japan. From the Middle Ages until the 19th century, the Shogun was the powerful military commander of the emperor in the Japanese government system and held more power than the emperor himself.

Contents The game includes a game board, 7 white and 7 red playing stones, a white and a red Shogun stone, and a booklet with game rules. The goal of Shogun is to defeat your opponent's Shogun or eliminate their playing stones, leaving only the Shogun and one other stone remaining.

During the game, each player tries to make moves with the playing stones to achieve two objectives: capturing the opponent's stones while simultaneously protecting their own stones.

Condition
This vintage game is still in good condition, although the box may show some signs of wear and aging. The photos are part of the description.

Dimensions
The dimensions of the box are 3.5 cm in height, 27.5 cm in length, and 19 cm in width.

Ravensburger: A Timeless Heritage of Board Games and Puzzles

Ravensburger is a well-known name in the world of board games and puzzles. With its headquarters in Ravensburg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the company has been a source of entertainment and enjoyment for young and old for over a century.

The story of Ravensburger began in 1883 when German entrepreneur Otto Robert Maier founded the company. He named it after the city where he was staying at the time: Ravensburg. Initially, the company focused on publishing instruction books for craftsmen and architects. This venture provided financial security and allowed Maier to pursue his true passion.

In 1884, Ravensburger launched its first handmade board game called "Journey around the World," based on the book of the same name. In 1900, the name "Ravensburger Spiele" was officially registered, and in 1912, numerous board games were sold throughout Western Europe.

The company experienced significant growth in 1962 and opened factories in various countries, including the Netherlands, France, and Great Britain, in 1964. Following this expansion, Ravensburger split into two branches: one focusing on publishing books and the other on producing board games.

One of Ravensburger's biggest successes is the game "Memory." Released in 1959, this game quickly became the best-selling game of the year. The distinct feature of Memory is that children often excel at it more than adults due to their stronger short-term memory. Since its introduction, over 50 million copies of the game have been sold.

Today, Ravensburger remains a leading player in the puzzles and board games industry. With a rich heritage and a continuous focus on quality and innovation, Ravensburger captivates and challenges players worldwide with its diverse collection. Whether it's timeless classics or new adventures, Ravensburger has been bringing fun and togetherness to homes and families for over a century.