Jeu de la Quille

Jeu de la Quille is a tactical two‑player duel that uses 20 pieces per side on a 10 × 10 square board. Each piece represents a military rank and carries a hidden numeric value unknown to the opponent. The value is only revealed when a piece moves directly in front of an opponent's occupied square, triggering a clash. In most cases the higher‑valued piece wins and the loser is removed from the board. Two exceptions exist: the spy, which can only defeat the general, and the miner, the sole unit capable of defusing mines. The ultimate goal is to locate and capture the opponent's quille (the crown piece). The game blends grid movement, a rock‑paper‑scissors style hierarchy, and secret unit deployment, demanding memory of positions, anticipation of moves, and bluffing. Each match is quick, but tension rises with every piece reveal. There are no official time limits, so playtime varies with player experience, typically ranging from 20 to 40 minutes. The main components are the gridded board and numbered pieces, with no cards or dice required. Jeu de la Quille appeals to fans of direct confrontations, hidden‑information strategy, and a touch of controlled luck, delivering an intense duel that is easy to learn yet deep enough for multiple competitive rounds.