39. Perpetual block is a draw. (See examples in Diagrams 99 and 100)


Diagram 99: Red (in Capital) moves first

C2=1 c9=8
C1=2 c8=9
C2=1 c9=8
C1=2 c8=9
C2=1 ....

Explanation:
The Black Cannon is "perpetually threatening to checkmate" and the Red Cannon is "perpetually blocking". Neither side violates the rule and the game can be a draw.

Diagram 100: Red (in Capital) moves first

R24 c86
R41 c69
R18 c12
R83 c97
R34 c76
....

Explanation:
Neither side violates the rule. It is a draw.

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