தாயம் Thayam 7×7

பண்டைய தமிழ் பலகை விளையாட்டு

Rediscover the ancient Tamil dice game that has been played for over 2000 years. Mentioned in the epic Mahabharata, Thayam (பகடை - Bagadai) is a game of strategy, luck, and cultural heritage.

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The Ancient Legacy

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Epic Origins

Thayam finds its mention in the great Indian epic Mahabharata, where a fateful game of dice changed the course of history. The game has been etched into stone monuments across Tamil Nadu, testifying to its timeless appeal.

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தாயக்கட்டை (Dayakattai)

The unique 4-sided brass dice called Dayakattai are central to the game. With faces showing 0, 1, 2, and 3 pips, these ancient dice create outcomes from 1 to 6, plus the special "12" when both show blank faces.

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Cultural Heritage

Played across generations in Tamil households, Thayam teaches strategy, patience, and decision-making. It's not just a game—it's a connection to our ancestors and their wisdom.

"தாயம் என்பது வெறும் விளையாட்டு அல்ல, அது நம் பண்பாட்டின் ஒரு பகுதி." — Tamil Proverb

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Game Features

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7×7 Authentic Board

Play on a traditional grid with spiral movement paths, safe zones (X marks), and the coveted center goal.

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Traditional Dayakattai

Animated brass dice with authentic rolling physics. Experience the thrill of rolling a "Thayam" (1) to enter!

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Smart AI Opponent

Challenge an intelligent AI that strategically cuts your tokens, protects its own, and races to the goal.

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Immersive Audio

Enjoy authentic sound effects for dice rolls, token movements, cuts, and victories.

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True to Tradition

Faithful implementation of all Thayam rules including extra turns for 1, 5, 6, 12, cuts, and goal reaches.

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Tamil Theme

Beautiful visuals inspired by ancient Tamil art with warm parchment backgrounds and gold accents.

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How to Play

Roll a "Thayam" to Enter

Your tokens start at home. Roll a 1 (Thayam) to move a token onto the board. After unlocking your first token, you can also use 5 to enter new tokens.

Navigate the Spiral Path

Move your tokens along the spiral path toward the center goal. The number on the dice determines how many steps you move.

Cut Your Opponents

Land on an opponent's token to send it back home! But beware—tokens on safe zones (X) cannot be cut. Cutting grants you an extra turn!

Earn Extra Turns

Rolling 1, 5, 6, or 12 gives you another roll. Cutting an opponent or reaching the goal also rewards you with bonus turns.

Reach the Goal

Move all 4 of your tokens to the center (Goal) to win the game. Strategy and timing are key!

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தமிழ் பண்பாட்டை மீட்டெடுப்போம்!

Experience the ancient game that has entertained Tamil families for millennia. Free to play, no internet required.