How To Play The Aggravation Board Game

By Chloe Gib


The aggravation board game requires multiple players and end when a player gets all of his pieces the home section. If a piece is captured, which happens if an opponent lands on the space occupied by another player, then aggravating has occurred, hence the name of the game. The players utilize marbles of varying hues as pieces to move around.

It begins when each player takes turns throwing the dice. The one who has the greatest number will have the first turn and then the one to his left is next, and so on. The players have to choose their pieces and place them all in their bases.

Players will need to get a count of a six or a one to put a marble on the starting point. Once a marble is in place and you either of those counts again, then choose between moving a marble currently in play or starting another piece. The pieces are moved clockwise.

If it happens that get a count where the pieces of other opponents are in the way, you can jump over these pieces. You will not be able to jump over if your own pieces are in the way. You will have to wait for another turn if all your marbles are blocked.

During the game, if you get a count that lands you in a board position currently occupied by an opponent, then you can aggravate that piece. This will mean that the marble will have to go to base and begin again. The pieces which are already in the home section are immune from aggravating.

Short cuts can give you an opportunity to land on the home section faster. You can get in these shortcuts by rolling the exact number. Once you are in, you can use all the star spots for movement. You will only get out by rolling the exact number as well.

Another shortcut is the one in the center called the super shortcut space. From the super shortcut, you can go to other star positions and you will only be out of the shortcut by getting one on your roll. It should be noted that marbles can still be captured if they are on the shortcuts.

Once all the marbles are home, the player wins. The aggravation board game is ideal for groups and families. You may also consider pegs and jokers which are played in a similar fashion but uses cards instead. The Michigan rummy game is also a good option for those who are fans of card games.




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