Quick winning principles
- 5 in a row removes ring; 3 rings removed wins.
- Place rings where they create multiple line threats.
- Flip markers to create flip chains.
- Remove ring when it clears 2+ lines.
Ideal strategy
- 1
Ring placement: place ring where 4 markers already align—one move from line.
- 2
Marker flip chains: flip marker that flips adjacent markers—chain flips create multiple lines.
- 3
Ring removal timing: remove ring when it completes 2 lines (removes 2 opponent rings).
- 4
Line threat pressure: create 2 simultaneous line threats—opponent can block one.
- 5
Center control: center rings influence more lines; edge rings are defensive.
- 6
Endgame: with 2 rings, create double line threat; opponent blocks one, you complete other.