The history of Hagar viking game
Such was the ferocity of the viking warriors that even today vikings
are remembered for their raiding and plundering.
Consequently the fact that they were also emissaries of cultural
exchange between the countries they visited is often overlooked.
The Viking kubb game is the result of one of these early exchanges.
The history of the game is lost in the mists of time but there are
accounts of a similar game being played in ancient greece and the
similarity to a primitive form of chess is clearly apparent.
When one plays this highly entertaining game it is easy to to relate
the the more recreational side of the vikings character. It is an
extremely competitive game which will challenge your skills and
provide you and your modern day companions with hours of fun.
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