Puzzle Chess - Mercats (100pcs)

How do I play?

(Instructions using a free chess clock timer app)

Set up:

• Empty all pieces onto the table.
  
• Sort edge pieces from inside pieces.
  
• Work together to build the frame.
  
• Flip over the inside pieces (image side up), making sure both players can reach them.
  
• Set your timer: 5 minutes for a competitive game, or 15–20 minutes for a more relaxed pace.
  
• Decide who goes first by flipping a puzzle piece. Call “image” or “back” (like heads or tails).
• Whoever wins the toss can decide to go first or second.
  

Start the game (and timer):

• Player 2 will tap their own side of the clock to start Player 1's timer.
  
• Player 1 must connect a piece to the frame.
• After placing a piece, players tap their own side of the clock to start the other player's timer.
  
• Continue taking turns until the final piece is placed.

To Win:

• The player with the most time remaining on the clock wins.
  
• If a player runs out of time, they lose the game.

Note:

• Pieces inside the frame must connect - no free standing pieces
• You can only touch one piece at a time