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Welcome to the network Trax server. The are the same for all pbmserv games. This FAQ is copyright 1994-1998 by Donald Bailey. The rules are copyright by David Smith, and are used here with permission. Any suggestions, questions, or comments should be sent to Donald Bailey: [email protected] Last modified: 2 February 1999 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- CONTENTS: A: INTRODUCTION 1. What is TRAX? 2. What is required to play TRAX? 3. Where can I obtain a set? 4. What is the history of TRAX? B: RULES 1. How is TRAX played? 2. What is SUPERTRAX? 3. What happens if we both win on the same move? 4. What is the precise definition of a "line" for win purposes? C: DEFINITIONS 1. What is a "forced play"? 2. What is a "loop attack"? 3. What is a "corner"? 4. What is a "connectable pair"? 5. What is a "cave"? 6. What is an "L threat"? 7. What is an "edge threat"? D: NOTATION 1. How do I record a game (other than drawing the position each turn)? 2. I have seen another notation system, how does it work? E: STRATEGY 1. Which is more important, loops or lines? 2. How can I tell who has the best position? 3. If I don't know what to do, what is wrong with attacking? 4. When should I attack? 5. When should I start worrying about my opponent's lines? 6. What are the typical stages of a TRAX game? 7. What is the strategic significance of caves? 8. Are there any general principles for how to play well? 9. How can I find out more about TRAX strategy? F: ORGANISATIONS 1. TRAX server 2. Mailing list 3. Clubs 4. Tournaments ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ---------------------------------------------------------------------- A: INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------------------------- A1) What is TRAX? TRAX is a strategy game for two players, that relies on pure skill. It is played with a set of identical tiles with sections of black and white track on them. Players take turns at playing the tile
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