The Trojan Horse, steeped in legend and lore, is a symbol of cunning strategy and unexpected outcomes. This piece, reminiscent of the infamous wooden horse from the Trojan War, embodies the art of deception and surprise on the chessboard. It represents not just strategic depth but also the power of restoration and return.
Moves like a Knight: The Trojan Horse moves in an L-shape, just like a standard chess knight, embodying the classical agility and unpredictability of this piece.
The Trojan Horse’s special ability activates when it enters the opponent's half of the board, marking the transition from a stealthy approach to a bold, tactical strike.
When the Trojan Horse reaches a position with three consecutive empty squares in the opponent's territory, it can revive up to three of your captured pieces, placing them in those squares based on your choice. This ability, a one-time strategic game-changer, transforms the battlefield, symbolizing the Trojan Horse unleashing its hidden warriors. After using this ability, the Trojan Horse continues as a regular knight.