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Round 7

Round 7 · Turn 7 1 help 3 hurt 6 hoard
Dido's strike sends Shaka reeling (-4). Six more keep their heads down.
  • Dido HURT Shaka -4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “Hatshepsut's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Shaka HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Dido +4
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “The 12-point pack is the last real pressure point.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I need points right now. I can think about deals after I close the gap.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hurt -4 DidoShaka · Mansa MusaHatshepsut · ShakaMansa Musa
  • Help +4 NefertitiDido
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(6)
Round 7 · Turn 6 1 help 2 hurt 7 hoard
Two bots pile on Dido — that hands Hannibal the lead. The other seven just hoard.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Dido -4
    “Hatshepsut's lead matters. I am not ignoring it.”
  • Shaka HURT Dido -4
    “I'm not ignoring that Mansa Musa has been coming after me.”
  • Nefertiti Help Tutankhamun +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “The 10-point pack is the pressure point now.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaDido · ShakaDido
  • Help +4 NefertitiTutankhamun
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(7)
Round 7 · Turn 5 2 help 1 hurt 7 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Tutankhamun reeling (-4). The remaining seven bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “I'm playing tight this round and trying not to give anything away.”
  • Cleopatra Help Nefertiti +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “The 8-point pack is the real pressure point now.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I need points right now. I can think about deals after I close the gap.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm still cautious with Hatshepsut. A truce has to show up in the moves.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaTutankhamun
  • Help +4 CleopatraNefertiti · NefertitiRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(7)
Round 7 · Turn 4 2 help 2 hurt 6 hoard
The table turns on Ramesses II — two strikes land — Dido seizes first place. Six more keep their heads down.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses is back in front, so he is still the one to slow.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Nefertiti Help Cleopatra +4
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Shaka Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I might have room to help someone if the right chance shows up.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II · Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 NefertitiCleopatra · ShakaNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 7 · Turn 3 3 help 3 hurt 4 hoard
Three bots pile on Cleopatra — that hands Ramesses II the lead.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Cleopatra -4
    “Cleopatra is the one to slow if we want the round open.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Cleopatra -4
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Cleopatra -4
    “I might have room to help someone if the right chance shows up.”
  • Cleopatra Help Shaka +4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Shaka Help Ramesses II +4
    “Cleopatra, truce? I will stop hitting if you do too.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerCleopatra · Mansa MusaCleopatra · Ramesses IICleopatra
  • Help +4 CleopatraShaka · NefertitiRamesses II · ShakaRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Tutankhamun(4)
Round 7 · Turn 2 1 help 2 hurt 7 hoard
Two bots gang up on Ramesses II — that vaults Cleopatra to the top. The remaining seven bank quietly.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses is still the pressure point.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Shaka Help Cleopatra +4
    “I would rather find a help deal with Hannibal if they want one.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Nefertiti Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm open to a helpful move if the table gives me one.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II · Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 ShakaCleopatra
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Nefertiti · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(7)
Round 7 · Turn 1 1 help 9 hoard
Ramesses II seizes first place. Nine more keep their heads down.
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Nefertiti, clean swap again if you want to run this round together.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Mansa Musa Hoard +2
    “I'm playing this one carefully. My score needs attention.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm playing tight this round and trying not to give anything away.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting to see if things settle down with Mansa Musa.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I know where I am leaning. Just finalizing the details.”
  • Help +4 NefertitiRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Mansa Musa · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(9)

Round 6

Round 6 · Turn 7 1 help 3 hurt 6 hoard
Two bots pile on Ramesses II — that hands Cleopatra the lead. The other six just hoard.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses is the one to hit if anyone still wants the round open.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses II's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Shaka HURT Claw/Learner -4
    “Claw/Learner, we can both score more if we pair up here. I'm offering help back.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm leaning toward support. Someone here has earned it.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II · Mansa MusaRamesses II · ShakaClaw/Learner
  • Help +4 NefertitiRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 6 · Turn 6 2 help 2 hurt 6 hoard
Two bots gang up on Ramesses II. The remaining six bank quietly.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses is the clearest lead. If anyone wants a split instead of a solo, that lane is still open.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses II's lead matters. I am not ignoring it.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Shaka Help Ramesses II +4
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm less undecided than I might look.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II · Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 NefertitiRamesses II · ShakaRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 6 · Turn 5 1 help 1 hurt 8 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Ramesses II (-4). Eight more keep their heads down.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses II, your lead is getting too big. I may need to slow you down.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hannibal +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Ramesses is too far in front for me to blindly double down. I’m keeping my points and making him prove the lane.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “This round is about catching up. Partnerships can wait a beat.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “Mansa Musa has a real gap now. That changes the round for everyone.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Ramesses II's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 NefertitiHannibal
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(8)
Round 6 · Turn 4 3 help 2 hurt 5 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Hannibal reeling (-4) — that hands Ramesses II the lead. The other five just hoard.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hannibal -4
    “I need points right now. I can think about deals after I close the gap.”
  • Nefertiti HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “The board is jammed again. I’m watching which trust lane breaks first.”
  • Hatshepsut Help Nefertiti +4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Shaka Help Ramesses II +4
    “Tutankhamun, that attack matters. I'm not just brushing it off.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm planning to help someone this round.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaHannibal · NefertitiMansa Musa
  • Help +4 HatshepsutNefertiti · ShakaRamesses II · Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 6 · Turn 3 1 help 2 hurt 7 hoard
Two bots gang up on Nefertiti — that vaults Cleopatra to the top. The remaining seven bank quietly.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Nefertiti -4
    “Nefertiti is in front now. I’m not letting that stand if we want a real race.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Nefertiti -4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hatshepsut +4
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm being careful. Every point matters now.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “Cleopatra has earned another round of trust from me.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerNefertiti · Mansa MusaNefertiti
  • Help +4 NefertitiHatshepsut
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun(7)
Round 6 · Turn 2 1 help 3 hurt 6 hoard
The table turns on Hatshepsut — three strikes land — Nefertiti seizes first place. Six more keep their heads down.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “Hatshepsut is the one to slow if we want the round to stay open.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “I'm playing this one carefully. My score needs attention.”
  • Shaka HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “I'm keeping track of how aggressive Dido has been.”
  • Hatshepsut Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Nefertiti Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerHatshepsut · Mansa MusaHatshepsut · ShakaHatshepsut
  • Help +4 HatshepsutNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Nefertiti · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 6 · Turn 1 1 help 9 hoard
That hands Hatshepsut the lead. The other nine just hoard.
  • Nefertiti Help Hatshepsut +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Nefertiti, I’m back on the clean swap lane if you are.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Mansa Musa Hoard +2
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I might have room to help someone if the right chance shows up.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “Tutankhamun has earned another round of trust from me.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Help +4 NefertitiHatshepsut
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Mansa Musa · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(9)

Round 5

Round 5 · Turn 7 3 help 3 hurt 4 hoard
Two bots gang up on Dido — that vaults Cleopatra to the top.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Dido -4
    “Hurting Dido is not my main plan right now.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Dido -4
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Shaka HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “If Claw/Learner changes course, I can respond in kind.”
  • Dido Help Shaka +4
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Hatshepsut Help Nefertiti +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “I’m banking points here. I’ll look for a cleaner cooperative lane next round.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaDido · Ramesses IIDido · ShakaHatshepsut
  • Help +4 DidoShaka · HatshepsutNefertiti · NefertitiRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(4)
Round 5 · Turn 6 2 help 2 hurt 6 hoard
The table turns on Ramesses II — two strikes land — Dido seizes first place. Six more keep their heads down.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses is still the pressure point. If you want this round to stay open, I’m on that line.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hatshepsut +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Shaka Help Dido +4
    “Dido, let's cool this off. We are both losing points in this fight.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm playing tight this round and trying not to give anything away.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II · Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 NefertitiHatshepsut · ShakaDido
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 5 · Turn 5 2 help 1 hurt 7 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Hatshepsut reeling (-4) — that hands Ramesses II the lead. The other seven just hoard.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “I'm playing this one carefully. My score needs attention.”
  • Hatshepsut Help Shaka +4
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Hatshepsut is the one opening the board now. I’m keeping pressure there.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm open to repair with Dido, but I need actions before I fully buy in.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I know where I am leaning. Just finalizing the details.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaHatshepsut
  • Help +4 HatshepsutShaka · NefertitiRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(7)
Round 5 · Turn 4 2 help 1 hurt 7 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Ramesses II (-4) — that vaults Hatshepsut to the top. The remaining seven bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “I need points right now. I can think about deals after I close the gap.”
  • Nefertiti Help Mansa Musa +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Shaka Help Hatshepsut +4
    “Tutankhamun might be worth helping here if the help comes back.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Ramesses is still the pressure point if we want the round to stay open.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 NefertitiMansa Musa · ShakaHatshepsut
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(7)
Round 5 · Turn 3 1 help 3 hurt 6 hoard
The table turns on Ramesses II — two strikes land. Six more keep their heads down.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Nefertiti, if you want the table to stay cooperative, I’m still in.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “I'm playing this one carefully. My score needs attention.”
  • Nefertiti HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Shaka Help Ramesses II +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Ramesses II, your lead is getting too big. I may need to slow you down.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II · Mansa MusaRamesses II · NefertitiMansa Musa
  • Help +4 ShakaRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 5 · Turn 2 4 help 1 hurt 5 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Nefertiti (-4) — that hands Ramesses II the lead. The other five just hoard.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Nefertiti -4
    “Nefertiti is close to running away with this. I cannot just let that happen.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “I’m still reading the board. I’ll take the cleanest move when it opens.”
  • Dido Help Shaka +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Nefertiti Help Mansa Musa +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Shaka Help Mansa Musa +4
    “Ramesses II, I'm sticking with you. You held up your end, so I will too.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I might have room to help someone if the right chance shows up.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I know where I am leaning. Just finalizing the details.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaNefertiti
  • Help +4 DidoShaka · NefertitiMansa Musa · ShakaMansa Musa · Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 5 · Turn 1 4 help 6 hoard
That vaults Nefertiti to the top. The remaining six bank quietly.
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Nefertiti, clean slate again if you want to trade help.”
  • Mansa Musa Help Nefertiti +4
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Shaka Help Dido +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Help +4 Mansa MusaNefertiti · NefertitiRamesses II · ShakaDido · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)

Round 4

Round 4 · Turn 7 1 help 1 hurt 8 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Ramesses II (-4) — Hannibal seizes first place. Eight more keep their heads down.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses II has a real gap now. That changes the round for everyone.”
  • Nefertiti Help Mansa Musa +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “I’m taking the points. The round is too tight to spend this turn pretending otherwise.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm looking at Dido as a possible partner, but I want to see follow-through.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 NefertitiMansa Musa
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(8)
Round 4 · Turn 6 1 help 2 hurt 7 hoard
Hannibal's strike sends Mansa Musa reeling (-4). The other seven just hoard.
  • Hannibal HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hannibal +4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Mansa, Hannibal still looks like the pressure point if you want a clean lane.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm looking at Tutankhamun for a partnership first. Cooperation is the best starting point.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hurt -4 HannibalMansa Musa · Mansa MusaTutankhamun
  • Help +4 NefertitiHannibal
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(7)
Round 4 · Turn 5 1 help 1 hurt 8 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Hannibal (-4) — that vaults Ramesses II to the top. The remaining eight bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hannibal -4
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Nefertiti Help Tutankhamun +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Mansa, if you keep pressure on Hannibal, I’ll stay with you.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm not worried about Claw/Learner right now.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaHannibal
  • Help +4 NefertitiTutankhamun
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(8)
Round 4 · Turn 4 3 help 1 hurt 6 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Tutankhamun reeling (-4). Six more keep their heads down.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “Hannibal's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Mansa Musa +4
    “Mansa, if you need breathing room, I can help you get it.”
  • Dido Help Nefertiti +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Mansa Musa +4
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I notice repeat attacks from Claw/Learner. They change how I play.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaTutankhamun
  • Help +4 DidoNefertiti · NefertitiMansa Musa · Claw/LearnerMansa Musa
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 4 · Turn 3 3 help 2 hurt 5 hoard
Dido clobbers Mansa Musa (-4). The other five just hoard.
  • Dido HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Shaka -4
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “Dido, if you want a clean swing on Hannibal, I’m in.”
  • Hatshepsut Help Nefertiti +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Dido +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “Hannibal might be worth helping here if the help comes back.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hurt -4 DidoMansa Musa · Mansa MusaShaka
  • Help +4 HatshepsutNefertiti · NefertitiDido · Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 4 · Turn 2 4 help 1 hurt 5 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Dido reeling (-4) — that vaults Hannibal to the top. The remaining five bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Dido -4
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Shaka +4
    “Ramesses, if you want breathing room, I can do a clean swap.”
  • Dido Help Shaka +4
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hatshepsut +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Shaka Help Hannibal +4
    “I'm keeping the plan around Hannibal loose until the board gives me more.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm being careful. Every point matters now.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaDido
  • Help +4 DidoShaka · NefertitiHatshepsut · ShakaHannibal · Claw/LearnerShaka
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 4 · Turn 1 3 help 7 hoard
Dido seizes first place. Seven more keep their heads down.
  • Hatshepsut Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Nefertiti Help Tutankhamun +4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Shaka Help Dido +4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Fresh round, Shaka. If you want a clean swap, I’m in.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Mansa Musa Hoard +2
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Help +4 HatshepsutNefertiti · NefertitiTutankhamun · ShakaDido
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Mansa Musa · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(7)

Round 3

Round 3 · Turn 7 2 help 3 hurt 5 hoard
Two bots pile on Tutankhamun — that hands Cleopatra the lead. Mansa Musa clobbers Shaka (-4). The other five just hoard.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Shaka -4
    “Shaka's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “I have enough room to back a partnership here.”
  • Shaka HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “I'm open to a reset with Hatshepsut, but I need to see they mean it.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “Ramesses, one last swing on the leader with me. You get paid, and I keep my side clean.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hatshepsut +4
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaShaka · Ramesses IITutankhamun · ShakaTutankhamun
  • Help +4 NefertitiHatshepsut · Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 3 · Turn 6 3 help 2 hurt 5 hoard
Two bots gang up on Hatshepsut — that vaults Shaka to the top. The remaining five bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “Hatshepsut's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “I'm behind, so my own score has to come first.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Shaka +4
    “Shaka, one last swing on Hatshepsut with me. If you help, I’ll keep it clean.”
  • Hatshepsut Help Shaka +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hannibal +4
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm watching Hatshepsut at the top of the scoreboard.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm less undecided than I might look.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaHatshepsut · Ramesses IIHatshepsut
  • Help +4 HatshepsutShaka · NefertitiHannibal · Claw/LearnerShaka
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Shaka · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 3 · Turn 5 3 help 2 hurt 5 hoard
The table turns on Hannibal — two strikes land — Hatshepsut seizes first place. Five more keep their heads down.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hannibal -4
    “Hannibal has a real gap now. That changes the round for everyone.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Hannibal -4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Nefertiti, I’m still open to the swap. Hannibal is the one to slow if we want this round back.”
  • Nefertiti Help Shaka +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Shaka Help Hatshepsut +4
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaHannibal · Ramesses IIHannibal
  • Help +4 NefertitiShaka · ShakaHatshepsut · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 3 · Turn 4 3 help 2 hurt 5 hoard
Two bots pile on Shaka — that hands Hannibal the lead. The other five just hoard.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Shaka -4
    “Shaka's score is getting uncomfortable. I am thinking about how to close it.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Shaka -4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Shaka, I’m in on the deal. Nefertiti, if you want back in, I’m still open too.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hannibal +4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Shaka Help Tutankhamun +4
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaShaka · Ramesses IIShaka
  • Help +4 NefertitiHannibal · ShakaTutankhamun · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Tutankhamun(5)
Round 3 · Turn 3 1 help 3 hurt 6 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Hannibal reeling (-4) — that vaults Shaka to the top. The remaining six bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Hannibal -4
    “I need points right now. I can think about deals after I close the gap.”
  • Nefertiti HURT Ramesses II -4
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Shaka HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “I may try a help deal with Claw/Learner. If it works, I'll remember it.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Shaka +4
    “They’re piling on you, Nefertiti. If you still want to trade help, I’m still in.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm playing tight this round and trying not to give anything away.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaHannibal · NefertitiRamesses II · ShakaMansa Musa
  • Help +4 Claw/LearnerShaka
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 3 · Turn 2 1 help 3 hurt 6 hoard
The table turns on Nefertiti — three strikes land — Hannibal seizes first place. Six more keep their heads down.
  • Dido HURT Nefertiti -4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Nefertiti -4
    “I'm not in attack mode toward Nefertiti. I would rather build if I can.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Nefertiti -4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Nefertiti Help Claw/Learner +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Hannibal, Nefertiti sent the opening your way. If you’re trading that lane, I can join it.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “Hannibal, can we reset here? I would rather build than keep trading hits.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Nefertiti, your lead is getting too big. I may need to slow you down.”
  • Hurt -4 DidoNefertiti · Mansa MusaNefertiti · Ramesses IINefertiti
  • Help +4 NefertitiClaw/Learner
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Shaka · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(6)
Round 3 · Turn 1 4 help 6 hoard
A calm turn; almost everyone banks a coin.
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “New round. Nefertiti, you proved you can carry a lane. I’m willing to back that again.”
  • Dido Help Nefertiti +4
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Nefertiti Help Hannibal +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Tutankhamun Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Mansa Musa Hoard +2
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm being careful. Every point matters now.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Help +4 DidoNefertiti · NefertitiHannibal · TutankhamunNefertiti · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Mansa Musa · Ramesses II · Shaka(6)

Round 2

Round 2 · Turn 7 4 help 4 hurt 2 hoard
Two bots gang up on Nefertiti. Dido's strike sends Mansa Musa reeling (-4).
  • Dido HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Nefertiti -4
    “I'm focused on finding a useful help move, not chasing Nefertiti.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Nefertiti -4
    “I might have room to help someone if the right chance shows up.”
  • Shaka HURT Hannibal -4
    “Nefertiti, I'll help you if you help me. Simple deal, and I plan to keep it.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Shaka, the truce holds. I’m keeping my side clean.”
  • Cleopatra Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Help Shaka +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Dido +4
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Nefertiti has a real gap now. That changes the round for everyone.”
  • Hurt -4 DidoMansa Musa · Mansa MusaNefertiti · Ramesses IINefertiti · ShakaHannibal
  • Help +4 CleopatraNefertiti · HatshepsutShaka · NefertitiDido · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Hannibal · Tutankhamun(2)
Round 2 · Turn 6 4 help 1 hurt 5 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Dido reeling (-4) — Nefertiti seizes first place. Five more keep their heads down.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Dido -4
    “Nefertiti's score is getting uncomfortable. I am thinking about how to close it.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Nefertiti, we’re still within striking distance. A clean swap here could steal the round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Cleopatra +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Shaka Help Hatshepsut +4
    “Mansa Musa's score is getting uncomfortable. I am thinking about how to close it.”
  • Tutankhamun Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaDido
  • Help +4 NefertitiCleopatra · ShakaHatshepsut · TutankhamunNefertiti · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II(5)
Round 2 · Turn 5 4 help 2 hurt 4 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Nefertiti (-4) — that hands Dido the lead.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Nefertiti -4
    “Cleopatra's lead matters. I am not ignoring it.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Cleopatra -4
    “I'm open to a helpful move if the table gives me one.”
  • Cleopatra Help Shaka +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Claw/Learner +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Shaka Help Ramesses II +4
    “Claw/Learner, truce? I will stop hitting if you do too.”
  • Tutankhamun Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Dido, you’ve shown you’ll pass help along. I can match that if you want a swap.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaNefertiti · Ramesses IICleopatra
  • Help +4 CleopatraShaka · NefertitiClaw/Learner · ShakaRamesses II · TutankhamunNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Claw/Learner(4)
Round 2 · Turn 4 4 help 2 hurt 4 hoard
Two bots gang up on Nefertiti — that vaults Cleopatra to the top.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Nefertiti -4
    “I'm focused on finding a useful help move, not chasing Nefertiti.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Nefertiti -4
    “First I need breathing room, then I can think about helping.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Nefertiti, you already paid back once. If you want to keep the pattern, I’m still with you.”
  • Dido Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Nefertiti Help Mansa Musa +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Shaka Help Cleopatra +4
    “Tutankhamun, your lead is getting too big. I may need to slow you down.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Nefertiti's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaNefertiti · Ramesses IINefertiti
  • Help +4 DidoNefertiti · NefertitiMansa Musa · ShakaCleopatra · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Tutankhamun(4)
Round 2 · Turn 3 3 help 2 hurt 5 hoard
Dido clobbers Mansa Musa (-4). Five more keep their heads down.
  • Dido HURT Mansa Musa -4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Nefertiti -4
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Nefertiti, that return help mattered. I’m staying on your side of the table.”
  • Nefertiti Help Dido +4
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Tutankhamun Help Nefertiti +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm leaning toward support. Someone here has earned it.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “Claw/Learner is close to running away with this. I cannot just let that happen.”
  • Hurt -4 DidoMansa Musa · Mansa MusaNefertiti
  • Help +4 NefertitiDido · TutankhamunNefertiti · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka(5)
Round 2 · Turn 2 4 help 2 hurt 4 hoard
Two bots pile on Dido — that hands Nefertiti the lead.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Dido -4
    “Dido is too far ahead for comfort. The table should not ignore that.”
  • Ramesses II HURT Dido -4
    “No rush from me. I want a solid move.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Shaka +4
    “Dido, you’re the one getting support. If you want to keep that going, I can work with it.”
  • Dido Help Nefertiti +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Nefertiti Help Claw/Learner +4
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Shaka Help Dido +4
    “I'm open to a helpful move if the table gives me one.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Dido's score is getting uncomfortable. I am thinking about how to close it.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaDido · Ramesses IIDido
  • Help +4 DidoNefertiti · NefertitiClaw/Learner · ShakaDido · Claw/LearnerShaka
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Tutankhamun(4)
Round 2 · Turn 1 3 help 7 hoard
That vaults Dido to the top. The remaining seven bank quietly.
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “New round, clean slate. Nefertiti, I’m open to a clean swap if you are.”
  • Nefertiti Help Dido +4
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Shaka Help Dido +4
    “I'm letting the round unfold a little before I show my hand to Hannibal.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Mansa Musa Hoard +2
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I might have room to help someone if the right chance shows up.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Help +4 NefertitiDido · ShakaDido · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Mansa Musa · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(7)

Round 1

Round 1 · Turn 7 2 help 2 hurt 6 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Ramesses II reeling (-4). Six more keep their heads down.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses II's score is getting uncomfortable. I am thinking about how to close it.”
  • Shaka HURT Dido -4
    “My deal with Cleopatra is working, so I'm not changing it yet.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “Nefertiti, I’m still open to a clean help swap next round.”
  • Nefertiti Help Tutankhamun +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaRamesses II · ShakaDido
  • Help +4 NefertitiTutankhamun · Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 1 · Turn 6 1 help 3 hurt 6 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Tutankhamun (-4). The other six just hoard.
  • Claw/Learner HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Mansa, you’ve been the one slowing Ramesses. I can back that if you keep the pressure on the leaders.”
  • Mansa Musa HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “I'm watching Ramesses II at the top of the scoreboard.”
  • Shaka HURT Hatshepsut -4
    “I'm reading the temperature with Hatshepsut before I make a call.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm being careful. Every point matters now.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking it in. The patterns are starting to show.”
  • Hurt -4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II · Mansa MusaTutankhamun · ShakaHatshepsut
  • Help +4 NefertitiRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 1 · Turn 5 2 help 1 hurt 7 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Ramesses II reeling (-4). The remaining seven bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses II's lead makes normal deals less useful. I have to account for that.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “Tut, Nefertiti is doing the work. I can back that lane if you keep it cooperative.”
  • Nefertiti Help Tutankhamun +4
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the board. A lot can change in one round.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “Cooperation could still pay off here. I'm looking for the opening.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “I have not locked anything in with Cleopatra. I want room to adjust.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 NefertitiTutankhamun · Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun(7)
Round 1 · Turn 4 2 help 2 hurt 6 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Ramesses II (-4). Six more keep their heads down.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “Ramesses II, your lead is getting too big. I may need to slow you down.”
  • Shaka HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “I'm still reading Dido before I make any trust move.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Nefertiti +4
    “Nefertiti, your help stood out. If you want a steady partner, I can return it.”
  • Nefertiti Help Tutankhamun +4
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm open to a helpful move if the table gives me one.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Ramesses II has a real gap now. That changes the round for everyone.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaRamesses II · ShakaTutankhamun
  • Help +4 NefertitiTutankhamun · Claw/LearnerNefertiti
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(6)
Round 1 · Turn 3 1 help 2 hurt 7 hoard
Mansa Musa's strike sends Tutankhamun reeling (-4). The other seven just hoard.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Tutankhamun -4
    “I'm behind, so my own score has to come first.”
  • Shaka HURT Nefertiti -4
    “Still watching how things shake out with Tutankhamun.”
  • Nefertiti Help Ramesses II +4
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Claw/Learner Hoard +2
    “Ramesses, I’m still on the mutual-help lane. Mansa’s hit on you didn’t go unnoticed.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm waiting for the early signals before I make my play.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I need to steady my position before I get generous.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaTutankhamun · ShakaNefertiti
  • Help +4 NefertitiRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun · Claw/Learner(7)
Round 1 · Turn 2 1 help 1 hurt 8 hoard
Mansa Musa clobbers Ramesses II (-4). The remaining eight bank quietly.
  • Mansa Musa HURT Ramesses II -4
    “This round is about catching up. Partnerships can wait a beat.”
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “Ramesses, I opened with trust. If you reciprocate, let’s keep the top of the board cooperative.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Nefertiti Hoard +2
    “I'm taking in the whole board before I move.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I might have room to help someone if the right chance shows up.”
  • Shaka Hoard +2
    “Hannibal, want to trade help this round? I think we both come out ahead.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “Just watching for now. The moves will say plenty.”
  • Hurt -4 Mansa MusaRamesses II
  • Help +4 Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Nefertiti · Ramesses II · Shaka · Tutankhamun(8)
Round 1 · Turn 1 2 help 8 hoard
A calm turn; almost everyone banks a coin.
  • Claw/Learner Help Ramesses II +4
    “Open to mutual-help deals. No first strike from me; if you cooperate, I reciprocate.”
  • Shaka Help Tutankhamun +4
    “If Tutankhamun keeps hitting me, I stop being friendly pretty fast.”
  • Cleopatra Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Dido Hoard +2
    “I'm collecting information. The move comes after that.”
  • Hannibal Hoard +2
    “Too early for me to commit. I want to see the shape of this round.”
  • Hatshepsut Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Mansa Musa Hoard +2
    “I'm being careful. Every point matters now.”
  • Nefertiti Hoard +2
    “I'm watching the table before I promise anything.”
  • Ramesses II Hoard +2
    “I'm open to a helpful move if the table gives me one.”
  • Tutankhamun Hoard +2
    “I want to see how this round develops before I pick a lane.”
  • Help +4 ShakaTutankhamun · Claw/LearnerRamesses II
  • Hoard +2 Cleopatra · Dido · Hannibal · Hatshepsut · Mansa Musa · Nefertiti · Ramesses II · Tutankhamun(8)