MORNINGTON CRESCENT


OK folks, before we get started, let me just establish only one important ground rule.

For those who aren't aware of the rules for Mornington Crescent or how it works, to get the most fun out of it, it's best to pick it up as you go along.

So can I suggest:

1. Those of you who have played it before - don't explain it to the others just yet;

2. If you've not played it before, just be patient. Of course you could get the rules by googling it, but that would spoil your own enjoyment.

You'll work it out before long.



Now - which version?

Can I propose Tudor Court rules? Unless anyone else has a different preference...?

Or we could play according to Old Devonshire Version. It's a variant of standard rules Mornington Crescent, but players can knock their oponents out of position with a "strike move"

There's an example of a game using Old Devonshire rules here:

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...if someone has the time, maybe we can post a picture of a London Tube map, so that our American cousins will be able to follow the game, or even give it a go.

Oh goody! Always wanted to play this!

Here's a map, if anyone can make it out. There are bigger ones, but they'd stretch the screen.

I'm rather hoping that someone like Gregorio or Ashmo will start the ball rolling!

:wait:

Indeed - one young Yorkshireman wants to learn the rules! :P

I'll start!

Euston

:unsure:

Did I say the wrong one??

:wait:

No/yes...... well perhaps they're all wrong.

...let me see... ...how about:

Charing Cross Road

Hmm.. this is interesting. I've not much of a clue how this is played but I shall await developments :D

Don't worry about that. A clue is not necessary. In fact, it's probably best not to have one!

I believe that Turnham Green would be the obvious place to go next.

Wow, that move may be obvious to you, but it took me by surpirse... :o


Ok, let me think...

I think it's my turn anyway, Gregorio.

So... I reckon the next stop must be...

Finsbury Park

Ah, OK. Fine.

Paddington.

:D

Not at all clear why you chose that, Gregorio.

I'll move to Wapping, a choice which I'm sure you'll understand.

Yes, I can appreciate Gregorio didn't leave you with much choice there, AT.

I guess I'll just have to opt for East Finchley, in which case.

Now that's a sneaky move! :angry:

I don't like the look of where this could take us next, but I've not much choice:

Tottenham Court Road

Aye, that was a tough move to have to make. Still, you've left me with with plenty of room for manouvre.

Next station, Goodge Street!

Mornington Crescent!

:D

Nicely played! I wasn't expecting such an early win. Took me quite by suprise. :lol:

I haven't a clue what you're on about, but it seems to be about made up names plucked out of the air.

Twyxop Blues!

That's an illegal move old mate.

Sorry Odd. I'm sure all will become clear in due course! Did you watch the video Gregorio posted in his second post in the thread? That might help.

I'll let someone else start the next round.

Here's a strategic one for you. I hope that this move doesn't give away too many of my plans!

Stockwell.

Hmmm. Surely that's an unprecedented starting point. :blink:

I suppose the only possibility from thence is

Baker Street

An elementary mistake, my dear Watson!

Surely Paddington would have been less risky?

Perhaps you are right, but aren't you giving away your game plan by making that suggestion?

No. I shall thwart your nefarious designs and stick with Baker Street!

I don't think you've quite got it, O'D'D... don't worry, pay close attention and all will become clear...!

Waterloo.

Oh fiddlesticks, Royal Oak

I'd forgotten all about that one!

In which case...

Chancery Lane

Hmm...

If Chancery is to be believed, then,

Angel

By jove, I think I've got it! This looks a little bit like it's exactly the same as a completely different game which I played once which I could never understand at all, in which case I understand it perfectly!

If I'm right then the best logical place to go next, it seems is the Kilburn High Road.

If I'm just being a simpleton, do please excuse me!

Why take the High Road, when you could stay and have some fun with Seven Sisters?

Too close to home. Can't have you spending your points there, Pat.

Maida Vale it is.

Don't mind me. I was just being silly for fun.

I can't read the map; I've not watched the video and have no plans to do so.

Ah ha, this is where I can step in - Swiss Cottage

Nicely played, Pater!

I'll be traditional, as ever: Liverpool Street

That's traditional, alright, but Tradition can be found at St Paul's

Oh, now what to do. The recent moves have thrown me off balance somewhat.

I'll take a wild stab at Camden Town. :unsure: