Video 002

[tea_lover64]

[See Iroh. See Iroh who is looking a little startled and gazing strangely at his pai sho board]

Is being pranked part of this Christ-muss I hear of? There was a bucket of water which I narrowly avoided, when I left to go to the tea shop this morning. When I returned back I found that my pai sho board was set up, but none of the pieces can move.

[This is kind of messing with him a bit, he didn't know what to think of it. His expression changes as he remembers something he wished to start]

Oh, and on the topic of Pai-Sho, I would like to see who can actually play the game, and who would like to potentially learn. I hope to set up a sort of tutorial, trial day to learn the game. It is a most fascinating game, very popular in my world, played by people from all walks of life. Once I have a good figuring of how many people would like to try it out, I will let everyone know the place and time.

Comments

[Written]

[whiskytraitorfirefight]

What kind of game is Pai-Sho?

[winds_voice]

I have heard of a few different games here, but never of Pai-Sho. Perhaps you could tell me more about it?

[Written]

[tea_lover64]

It is a game of strategy and skill.

[Written]

[whiskytraitorfirefight]

How is it played?

[tea_lover64]

Ah, certainly. It is a two player strategy game which bases the winner on control of the board. Different tiles will have differing effects on others, and can be combined together to create harmonies. You gain points for creating these harmonies, as well as gaining further control of the board. It is rumored to have been invented by ancient spirits, before the separation of the spirit realm and the material world.

[Written]

[tea_lover64]

Difficult to explain fully without having a board with movable pieces currently, but it is largely based on control of the board. Different tiles will have differing effects on others, and can be combined together to create harmonies. You gain points for creating these harmonies, as well as gaining further control of the board. At the end of the game, the player who has either the firmest control of the board, or has created sufficient harmonies is the winner.

[Written]

[whiskytraitorfirefight]

It sounds likes a very interesting sort of game. How many different types of tiles are there? Is it played with the same tiles each time or are there different sets?

[winds_voice]

A game created by spirits?

[Interesting. His own kind had no real concept of entertainment so he couldn't imagine any of them creating a game of any kind, nor himself.

Of course, that didn't mean he wasn't open to learning.]

It does not sound quite like the other games I have heard of. A game of 'harmonies' and 'control'... it almost sounds like a form of meditation.

[Written]

[tea_lover64]

Well, there are three types of white flower tiles the Jasmine, Lily, and White Jade. As well as three types Red Flower tiles the Rose/Snapdragon, Chrysanthemum and Rhododendron. There is also the non-flower types. The Knotweed, Boat, Rock, Wheel. As well as two special tiles, the White Dragon, and the White Lotus.

While all the tiles may feature in the game, it can be done before all the tiles are used or after. I would also mention that there are multiples of each of the tiles. The Red and White flowers being the most common.

[tea_lover64]

Well, it is also said that if one truly and completely understands the game, it is possible to reach enlightenment. I believe legend holds of one or two individuals who achieved it while playing the game. I have not met them personally, so I cannot attest to the truth of it, but it certainly is a game with a variety of strategies and tactics one can employ, and it does encourage you to think in a more pragmatic way.

[Iroh is always glad to hook more people in]

[winds_voice]

I will admit that I am not one with a... tactical mind.

[Not being involved in human conflict and detesting warfare in general means he puts little thought into that kind of thing after all.]

Yet, I may be interested in trying this game of yours. I am always looking to learn new things and a game that requires that amount of focus will be healthy for a being such as myself.

That is... when you are able to play again. I have not heard of pranks being a part of 'Christmas', though I am no expert on the holiday.

[Written]

[whiskytraitorfirefight]

[Ginia notes down notes on the game and all the tiles in a notepad. It's a lot of tiles to remember, but she imagines it's like teaching someone all the pieces in chess or mahjong.]

I presume there are rules on how the tiles are played?

[Written]

[tea_lover64]

Yes, the tiles are placed on intersections. There are other actions one can take on the turn however.

[tea_lover64]

A tactical mind is not required to play, it certainly helps, but many children play this game as well as adults.

[He scratches his head a bit]

Hmmmmmm. Well, there are a couple of more portable ones available, though the nicer one I have is currently stuck.

Christmuss seems a bit strange to me, but different worlds, different customs.

[winds_voice]

Ah, I see. In that case, it must not be particularly difficult to learn, yes?

[Otherwise they might be there for a while if Eley seriously wants to try and take this up...]

There are many human customs I am learning about since arriving here. Many are strange, but some are also quite enjoyable. I never knew there were so many different worlds and people outside my own.

Hm, but if you are willing to teach this Pai-sho then I willing to try it. Please let me know when you are available.

[tea_lover64]

Easy to learn, difficult to truly master. The best sort of game in my opinion.

[He had a preference for such games]

I take it you are a spirit? Allow me to introduce myself then.

My name is Iroh, it is an honour to meet you.

[He bowed his head respectfully]

[Video]

[dealsinshipping]

[For the past week, Varrick's been busy attempting to adapt to life in Luceti and basically moping like a little child. The lack of Zhu Li is hitting him especially hard- she used to help him get ready in the mornings too. That's why his hair looks a little messy and his face is unshaven. Even so, this video entry brought a smile to his face, along with roaring laughter.]

The pieces won't move? Hahaha! That's genius! Absolutely brilliant! [He slams a hand down on the table, still chuckling to himself. Then he mellows into a more casual stance.]

Anyway, I know how to play. Just so you know, it's been a couple years, so I might be a little rusty. [This is just his brilliant excuse for why he sucks at playing Pai-Sho.]

[Video]

[tea_lover64]

[What an odd unkempt man this was. He did know what pai-sho was though, so that was good]

Ah, yes. A very interesting prank indeed.

[He is just going to blink a second there, and give a bit of a look]

I have not seen you around here before, I am guessing by your clothes that you are water tribe?

[It wasn't that much of a stretch really]

[Written]

[whiskytraitorfirefight]

[Intersections, implying some sort of grid for the board.]

Like what sorts of things?

[Written] Almost posted this as Deadpool

[tea_lover64]

Well, you can move other tiles a space after having placed them. You can pass your turn, or you can rotate the center part of the board to move to a more favorable position.

[Video]

[dealsinshipping]

[Hm, he gets the feeling that this old guy didn't think the prank was as funny as Varrick thinks it is. Come on, sticking the pieces to the board is hilarious. Besides, you can always buy a new- Oh wait.]

Southern water tribe, to be exact! [He throws his head back for a second, but with his hair lacking its usual springyness, he can't get that lock by his forehead to bounce quite the way he wants it to. Ah well.] Name's Varrick, hey, how ya doin'?

[Written] That would have been one heck of a mood change.

[whiskytraitorfirefight]

[The more Ginia hears about the game, the more she likes it. Definitely a challenging and strategic game.]

The center of the board can rotate? Do you mind showing me what the board looks like?

[Video]

[origami_ninja]

[Since Nagato's disappearance, she's had to force herself not to be a recluse.]

I would be amenable to learning.

Totally never said this was [Video] oops :'D

[winds_voice]

[That he was so respectful towards him already put Iroh in Eley's good books. He always appreciated someone who treated others with respect, especially the Spirits.

Eley offered a nod in return.]

I am Eleytheria, a Wind Spirit. It is good to meet someone with some manners towards my kind, so I should thank you.

Video

[elevatoravatar]

Elizabeth pops up, her face full of enthusiasm for something new.

"What is Pie-show? Is it a game involving pies?"