Duke of Rutland Chess

This 14x10 variants was invented by John Manners, 3rd Duke of Rutland (England) in 1747. Two extra fairy pieces are used: the Concubine (Knight+Rook) and the Crowned Rook (King+Rook).

Played on a 14x10 board, 2 fairy pieces:

• The Concubine: moves and captures like Knight + Rook

  

• The Crowned Rook: moves and captures like King + Rook

  

Inital setup

Each player starts with:

• 14 Pawns
• 2 Rooks
• 2 Crowned Rooks
• 3 Knights
• 4 Bishops
• 1 Concubine
• 1 Queen
• 1 king

Castling: no.

"En passant" capture: yes.

Triple move for Pawns (start).