ABSTRACT

Hex Strategy is the first book to offer a comprehensive look at the game of Hex, from its history and mathematical underpinnings to discussions of advanced playing techniques. This is first and foremost a book on strategy aimed at providing sufficient knowledge to play the game at any level desired. Numerous examples illustrate an algorithmic approach to the game. Hex Strategy is a book for board game enthusiasts, recreational mathematicians and programmers, or simply those who enjoy games and puzzles.

chapter 1|23 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|18 pages

Adjacency and Connectivity

chapter 3|10 pages

Strategy I: Basic

chapter 4|15 pages

Groups, Steps, and Paths

chapter 5|12 pages

Templates

chapter 6|22 pages

Strategy II: Intermediate

chapter 7|23 pages

Ladders

chapter 8|20 pages

Algorithmic Board Evaluation

chapter 9|25 pages

Opening Play

chapter 10|32 pages

Strategy III: Advanced

chapter 11|19 pages

Annotated Sample Games

chapter 12|13 pages

Strategy IV: Essential

chapter 13|11 pages

Hex Puzzles

chapter 14|1 pages

Conclusion