35. Two or more pieces trying to capture a protected piece doesn't constitute a "perpetual chase" and if neither side would change, the game can be ruled as a draw. (See examples from Diagrams 86 to 89)


Diagram 86: Red (in Capital) moves first

R2+2 c9+2
R2-2 c9+1
R2-1 c9-1
R2+1 c9-2
R2+2 ....

Diagram 87: Red (in Capital) moves first

R7-1 c5-1
R7+1 c5+1
R7-1 c5-1
R7+1 c5+1
R7-1 ....

Explanation:
In Diagrams 86 and 87 the two Red Rooks' trying to capture the protected Black Cannon does not violate the rule. It will be a draw if neither side changes.

Diagram 88: Red (in Capital) moves first

R4+3 c9+1
R4-1 c9+1
R4-1 c9-2
R4+2 c9+1
R4-1 ....

Explanation:
The two Red Rooks' trying to capture the protected Black Cannon does not violate the rule. It will be a draw if neither side changes.

Diagram 89: Red (in Capital) moves first

C67 k3-1
R79 k1+3
R97 k3-1
R79 k1+3
R97 ....
Explanation:
The Red's Rook and two Cannons keep trying to capture the Black Knight. This does not violate the rule and the game will be a draw if neither side changes.

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