The Monkey King, a legendary figure in Chinese mythology, is known for his cunning, agility, and transformative abilities. A central character in "Journey to the West," he symbolizes mischief, supernatural powers, and a rebellious spirit. On the chessboard, the Monkey King brings unpredictability and unique strategic possibilities.
The Monkey King pieces move like standard rooks, vertically or horizontally any number of squares.
When one Monkey King moves, the other must replicate that move in the same direction and for the same number of squares, as long as it doesn't push it off the board.
The Monkey King pieces can 'fly' over other pieces, moving vertically or horizontally and skipping any pieces in their path. However, they cannot fly over pieces with flying abilities. When flying, they cannot land on a square occupied by an opponent's piece to capture it; they can only move to an empty square.