00:00How to play carom board for beginners
00:03Carom is not just a game. It's an art where you have to combine precision with a strategy,
00:09where every single flick of your finger can change the total course of the game.
00:13Let's take our seats at the board to learn how it works.
00:17Components of the carom First, we'll check the components of the carom.
00:22There is one standard carom board, which is square in shape with four pockets at the corners.
00:27There are 18 round and flat coins. Nine coins are black in color,
00:32while the other nine are white. There is one red coin, and we call it queen.
00:37Then there is a striker that strikes these coins. The striker is a large and heavy coin.
00:42It has an android space that makes it different from other coins.
00:46Players Two players or two teams are required
00:50to play carom. Either you can team up or can choose an opponent for yourself.
00:55Take turns with your opponent, flicking the striker from within the base of the board.
00:59The base is the small circle in the middle at each end of the carom board.
01:04We've learned about the components and basics of carom. Now let's see how we can play it.
01:09First of all, set up the carom board that is accessible to every player.
01:13Now arrange the coins in the center of the board. There is a specific pattern to arrange these coins.
01:19Arrange them in a circle with alternative colors, where all coins along with the red coin are
01:24arranged in the center of the board. Place the striker at different angles to hit the coins.
01:29Your ultimate goal is to sink all the coins on your side into the pockets of the board.
01:34Make sure to pocket all your coins to win the game.
01:38How to take a shot
01:40Flick the striker with your index or middle finger. The key is precision and aiming for the coins
01:45strategically. The red coin which is called the queen. Pocket the queen before your opponent does
01:51that. After sinking, cover it with another coin or otherwise, you might lose it. The first player
01:57to finish all their coins and legally cover the queen is declared the winner. Flick, aim and win.
02:05Let the carom legend begin. If you enjoyed this guide, don't forget to explore our other videos
02:11on our channel, explaining the tips and rules to play carom and win like a pro.
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