Il Gioco del Mulino

The Mill Game
The Mill Game, also known as "Nine Men's Morris", is one of the oldest and most enduring board games in human history. Known across cultures and historical periods, the Mill is a two-player strategy game whose popularity has spanned millennia and geographic boundaries.

Features of the Mill Game
Format and Presentation:
Format: The game is presented as a small book measuring 15x21 cm.
Contents: Six internal pages in Italian describe the story and symbolism of the game.
Board and Components:
Board: The board measures 27.5x27.5 cm, folded into four parts for easy transport. It is designed on both sides with different depictions, offering two aesthetic variations of the game.
Materials:
Cover: Rembrandt paper 300 gr.
Inside: 140 g ivory Favini paper.
Board: Fabriano paper 250 gr.
Additional components: One sheet contains the rules of the game and 18 cardboard pawns necessary to play.
Symbolism and History:
Mysterious Origins: The origins of the Mill game are unknown, with traces found in many ancient civilizations, making it a true historical mystery.
Long-Lived and Universal: Unlike many ancient games, Mill has remained popular to this day, played in various forms and variations around the world.
Artisanal Production:
Design and Craftsmanship: The game is designed and hand-bound with care and love, ensuring a unique, high-quality product.
How to play
The Mill Game is played on a board made up of three concentric squares connected by lines. Each player has nine checkers and the objective is to form "reels" (three checkers in a straight line) to capture the opponent's checkers. The game develops in three phases: positioning of the pieces, movement of the pieces and capture of the opponent's pieces. The player who reduces the opponent to two pawns, preventing him from forming further whirlwinds, wins.
Conclusion
The Mill Game is not just a simple pastime, but a piece of history and culture that continues to live on through the centuries. Your handcrafted version, with its thoughtful design and historical reflections, offers a unique experience that celebrates the universality and longevity of this fascinating strategy game.