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Moksha Pattam (Virtues & Vices Game)

₹1,200.00

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Description

Origin/History
Moksha Pattam, the forerunner to Snakes and Ladders, originated in India as a moral teaching tool. Ladders represent virtues, and snakes depict vices, guiding players on life’s ethical journey.
Materials Used
The board is hand-painted on cotton fabric and paired with wooden pieces and dice made from natural dyes. Its eco-friendly design ensures durability and safety.
Artisan Community
Handcrafted by artisans skilled in traditional Indian fabric painting, this game supports local craftsmanship and preserves cultural storytelling.
Uses
Great for teaching life lessons and moral values, this game also enhances strategic thinking. Its foldable, lightweight design makes it ideal for home or travel play.
Why Buy It?
Bring home a slice of cultural and educational heritage with this eco-friendly Moksha Pattam game. Support artisans while enjoying a meaningful pastime.

Playing Instructions

Setup:

•Place the game board on a flat surface. Each player chooses a game token and places it on square 1.

•Have a single die ready for rolling.

Objective:

•The aim is to move from square 1 to square 100, with the first player to reach square 100 winning the game.

Gameplay:

1.Starting the Game:

•Players take turns rolling the die. On their turn, a player rolls the die and moves their token forward by the number rolled.

2.Ladders and Snakes:

•Ladders: If a player lands on a square with the base of a ladder, they immediately move their token to the square at the top of the ladder.

•Snakes: If a player lands on a square with the head of a snake, they must move their token down to the square where the snake’s tail ends.

•Ladders help the player progress quickly, while snakes cause setbacks.

3.Special Roll – Exact Count to Finish:

•To land on the final square (100), a player must roll the exact number needed to reach it. If they roll a higher number, they remain in place and wait for their next turn.

4.Winning:

•The first player to reach square 100 wins the game.

Illustrations:

•Include images of a token climbing a ladder, sliding down a snake, and reaching square 100.