By Shupun
July 25, 2024 at 04:40 p.m. CEST
Ever heard of Tuksuri? This exciting game, beloved by the Wakhi community, is a fantastic way to have fun and stay active—especially during the winter months and after the Kitidhit festival.
Tuksuri is a traditional game played with a a long wooden stick and a piece of wood. Perfect for groups of four or more players, this game is a great way to test your precision, agility, and teamwork.
Here’s a simplified guide to the rules and gameplay:
Teams: Two teams, Team A and Team B.
Positions: Players from Team A take up random positions in the field.
Equipment: A small wooden piece (the "smaller stick") and a longer wooden piece (the "striker").
The Strike:
The striker from Team B balances the smaller stick on the ground.
Using the longer wooden piece, the striker attempts to hit the smaller stick into the air, aiming to propel it as far as possible.
Fielding:
Team A’s objective is to catch the smaller stick in mid-air.
If a fielder catches the smaller stick before it hits the ground, the striker is out.
Catch:
If Team A catches the smaller stick in mid-air, the striker is considered out.
Run Out:
If the smaller stick lands on the ground, the nearest fielder has one chance to hit the longer wooden piece (which must be placed within a designated circle) with a throw.
If the fielder successfully hits the longer stick, the striker is out.
If the fielder misses, the striker gets another attempt to hit the smaller stick, with points awarded based on how far the smaller stick is hit.
Strike Out:
If the striker fails to hit the smaller stick on their attempt, they are out.
Counting Points: Points are counted in sets of twelve steps (1 set = 12 steps).
One complete set is referred to as “ye dasyo.”
A score of one complete set plus one additional point is termed “ye dasyo, yew et buy.”
Points are always counted in pairs: “yiw a buy” (one and two), ”thruy a ʦbʉr” (three and four), “panʣ a šaað” (five and six), “ʉb et at” (seven and eight), “naw a ðas” (nine and ten) and “desyo dasboi” (eleven and twelve).
The game continues with players alternating turns to strike.
The team or individual with the most points or sets at the end of the game is declared the winner.
Fun and Fast-Paced: Enjoy a game that combines quick action with strategic thinking.
Teamwork: Build camaraderie and enhance team strategies.
Accessible: Requires minimal equipment and offers pure, cost-free fun.
Join our Facebook group, Tuksuri Talk, to connect with fellow enthusiasts, share your experiences, and discuss all things related to Tuksuri.
Embrace the challenge, enhance your skills, and most importantly, have fun!
By Shupun
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