Youth Games Collection

Big group game, High energy

Eagle Snatches Chicken (Laoying Zua Ji)

Game Description

In this exhilarating game, players embody one of three roles: Eagles, Mother Hens, or Chicks. The group must be divided so there's an equal amount of Eagles and Hens, each Hen overseeing around 5 Chicks. The game revolves around the concept of survival and strategy. Here's how to play:

  • Initiating the Game: Chicks form a line, linking their shoulders, behind a Mother Hen. The foremost Chick shoulders the Hen. Meanwhile, Eagles strategically position themselves.

  • Objective for Eagles: The Eagles aim to snatch the Chick by tagging or dragging them away from the line. They achieve victory upon capturing all the Chicks.

  • Objective for Hens: The Hens' responsibility is to block Eagles from capturing their Chicks. Victory for the Hens and Chicks is achieved if they successfully outlast the Eagles.

  • Gameplay Rules: A Chick that is snatched away is eliminated from the game. Chicks cannot curl up to protect the end of the line, thereby allowing some vulnerability. Eagles can team up to strategize their attack against a Hen.

Keep in mind that strategy, quick thinking, and teamwork play a crucial role in this captivating game of 'Eagle Snatches Chicken'. Enjoy playing!