Multi-move Checkers Game with Chance Element

Abstract

A variation of the classic game of checkers is described. The game incorporates a six-sided die roll and the ability to split moves among multiple checkers, introducing a new level of strategy and enabling novice players to have a greater chance of success against experienced players. This variation also reduces the average amount of time required to play a complete game from 15-20 minutes down to approximately five minutes.

1 . A variation of the classic game of checkers that incorporates a six-sided die roll to determine the number of moves a player may make on their turn. 
     
     
         2 . The variation of checkers in  claim 1 , where players may split their moves among multiple checkers and jumping another checker counts as a move. 
     
     
         3 . The variation of checkers in  claim 1 , where if the player rolls zero, they do not get to move that turn. 
     
     
         4 . The variation of checkers in  claim 1 , which reduces the average amount of time required to play a complete game from 15-20 minutes down to approximately five minutes, due to the incorporation of the die roll and the ability to split moves among multiple checkers.