PYLOS

The Pyramid

The pyramid has four levels: a 4×4 base, then 3×3, then 2×2, capped by a single sphere at the apex. Higher-level spheres nest into the saddles between four supports below.

Each Turn

On your turn, place one of your spheres on any empty position. You can play to the base any time. Higher levels are only available when all four supports below are filled.

Squares

If your placement completes a 2×2 square of your own colour (on any level), you may take back one or two of your own spheres from the pyramid. The retrieved spheres return to your reserve to be played again.

Removable Spheres

You can only remove spheres that aren't supporting another sphere above them. The square claim is optional — you can skip it.

Winning

The first player to place a sphere at the apex wins. If a player runs out of spheres in reserve and can't move, they lose. Conserving spheres through square claims is the heart of the game.