The Game of Twenty Squares is more commonly known as "The Royal Game." The game is considered to be sacred and it has been played by gods and mortals since the dawn of time. Kings sometimes use the game to resolve disputes that would otherwise result in war.
The game requires two players and it is played by moving seven pieces across a board comprising twenty squares. Dice are rolled to determine how quickly the pieces can move and the object of the game is to reach the end of the twenty-square course before your opponent.
The seven rounds proceed as a series of opposed skill checks. The skill checks are made in this order: Performance, Insight, History, Deception, Intimidation, Persuasion, Perception. Tied skill checks must be repeated until one player prevails.
This version is magical with pieces that can move independently. It is protected against magical interference, and can magically enforce any oaths sworn over a game; it is customary to cut the thumb and make a 'blood handshake' to seal agreement to the oath before the game begins.
Calliope bought this game from Zorrin in Mytros after beating him at a game.