Moultezim is my absolute favorite backgammon variant! It's not difficult to play, but it has some major differences if you're used to playing backgammon.

• At the beginning, you must move your first piece around the board to your opponent's side of the board before you can move any other pieces.

• Your pieces are SAFE! Your opponent cannot send you to the bar in this variant (and likewise, you cannot send him/her to the bar). So spread your pieces out as much as possible. It is especially helpful if you can get six of your pieces in a row to block your opponent's progress. Some areas of the board are better than others for this strategy, but I will let you find that out from personal experience.

• Make sure you keep a few pieces in your entry area, so that you are not limited to rolling just a couple of numbers to enter the board. By the same token , try to block your opponent's entry as much as possible.

• DO NOT let your opponent get six pieces in a row. Be sure to spread your pieces out early, when possible, to prevent it from happening.

Send me an invite! Please! I'm begging you!