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A practical guide to Nine Men's Morris
Bring your attention to one round of Nine Men's Morris. Leave the opponent with fewer than three pieces or no legal move. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Local two players; three-piece flying; draw after 100 quiet movement turns.
A small practice goal
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
Understand the aim
Leave the opponent with fewer than three pieces or no legal move. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Notice how the game responds to your input.
The steps to play
- Place nine pieces each.
- A mill of three permits one capture.
- After placement, move along an edge.
- With three remaining pieces, fly to any empty point.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Use one clear input at a time.
An example to follow
A piece in an opposing mill can be captured only when every opposing piece belongs to a mill. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
A mistake to avoid
Only the defined lines count as mills, not any visual alignment. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Answers about the rules and controls
For my first round, what is the goal of Nine Men's Morris?
Here is the relevant explanation: Leave the opponent with fewer than three pieces or no legal move.
While learning, how do I control Nine Men's Morris?
Click or tap a piece and destination; use the turn indicator and legal-move feedback.
What example helps explain Nine Men's Morris?
The key detail is this: A piece in an opposing mill can be captured only when every opposing piece belongs to a mill.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Nine Men's Morris?
Only the defined lines count as mills, not any visual alignment.
For a quick reminder, what format does Nine Men's Morris offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Local two players; three-piece flying; draw after 100 quiet movement turns.
For my first round, which play mode does Nine Men's Morris use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Local players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
When I return, where should I start with Nine Men's Morris?
Keep this in mind: Place nine pieces each.
While learning, do I need an account or a payment for Nine Men's Morris?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For a quick reminder, how can I find Nine Men's Morris again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Nine Men's Morris?
Keep this in mind: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.