description Wildebeest Chess Overview
Wildebeest Chess is a chess variant created by R. Wayne Schmittberger in 1987. It uses an 11 by 10 board rather than the standard 8 by 8 board and adds nonstandard pieces, including the camel and the wildebeest. The wildebeest is a distinctive leaping piece that can capture the opposing king under the variant's rules, so the game changes both the geometry of movement and the usual checkmate-centered objective.
help Wildebeest Chess FAQ
What board does Wildebeest Chess use?
Wildebeest Chess uses an 11 by 10 board instead of the standard 8 by 8 chessboard. The larger board creates more space for unusual piece movement and longer tactical lines.
Who created Wildebeest Chess?
R. Wayne Schmittberger created Wildebeest Chess in 1987. It is one of the large-board chess variants described in his work on alternative chess games.
What is the wildebeest piece in Wildebeest Chess?
The wildebeest is a distinctive leaping piece that can capture over intervening pieces. It is one of the nonstandard pieces that gives the variant its name.
Does Wildebeest Chess include a camel?
Yes. Wildebeest Chess adds nonstandard pieces including the camel and the wildebeest, so its material differs substantially from standard chess.
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