What is the "Cossack robbers"? The rules of the game are familiar, of course, to each of us since childhood. This entertainment has always been incredibly interesting. Play such outdoor games in the yard, as a rule, girls or boys aged six to twelve years. Six (or more) guys participate in this fun. The more people gather, the more children’s game “Cossacks-robbers” is more fun.
They play, as a rule, on a rather large territory. It may even be several neighboring yards. The larger the territory, the more interesting.
"Cossack robbers": the rules of the game
So where does it all start? What is the essence of such entertainment as "Cossack robbers"? The rules of the game are not hard to understand. Initially, participants are divided into two teams. Some are Cossacks, the second are robbers. After that, it is decided where the "dungeon" will be located. The captured robbers will be planted there. It can be a bench, a small platform, or just a drawn circle.
At the beginning of the game, a few minutes are given to pick up the code. The words for the game "Cossacks-robbers" are chosen, as a rule, long and complex. They must be difficult to unravel. After that, the robbers run away and hide.
They can do this as a team, in small groups or one at a time. At the same time, it is not necessary to be in one place. Cossacks cannot spy where their rivals run away. The robbers leave arrows on the walls, asphalt, fences, indicating the direction of their movement. However, it may be false.
As soon as the time allotted to the bandits expires, the Cossacks begin to look for them. They must catch their opponents using various attack methods. For example, you can surround the place where the robbers hid, the whole team. And you can track them one by one. As soon as they find the robber, they catch him and grab him. A player who is “greasy” by a Cossack is considered to be caught. Before this happens, he, of course, must try to escape from his pursuers.
If the robber is still caught, the Cossacks take him to the "dungeon". Here he can be “tortured” in order to obtain a secret word. But it can also help out. Any of the uncaught robbers, touching the hand of his comrade, frees him from the "dungeon". Therefore, several Cossacks protect it. With a successful escape, the robbers run away and can hide again. But if they are caught up, both players are sent to captivity.
The game continues until they catch the last robber or the secret word is unraveled. After this, the teams usually change places and start all over again.
More about the "dungeon"
So, we play "Cossacks-robbers." The rules of the game are not at all complicated. But the choice of "dungeon" should be approached very responsibly. It can be a tree, bush, pillar or any other significant landmark. It is best if the "dungeon" is protected from attackers by a wall or a fence. But, of course, it is impossible to arrange it in any porch or shed. And even more so in a ravine or similar places. In any case, approaches to the "dungeon" should be quite convenient and open. Choose a place for prisoners not too large to make it easier to guard. However, it should be sufficient so that by the end of the game all caught players could fit in it. Borders are usually indicated by stones or sticks. However, the easiest way to draw a line on the ground. Prisoners are not allowed to run outside the “dungeon”.
Captivity
As a result, the place of detention was found in order to play the "Cossack robbers." The rules of the game say that a person must not only be caught, but also sent to captivity. The captured robber cannot overpower the Cossack who stopped him.
Lead a prisoner by the sleeve or by the hand. At the same time, he cannot break out. Nevertheless, if for some reason the Cossack releases the opponent, he again becomes free and can run away.
The first robber brought to the "dungeon" must be guarded. Do the same with other participants in the game. At least one Cossack must stand guard. If desired, more people can be identified for protection.
Watchdog Cossacks and Atamans
Escape from the "dungeon" is quite difficult. After all, the sentry Cossacks are selected the most attentive and dexterous. That is, their mission is very honorable, as well as the mission of the chieftain. He directs the Cossacks in search of robbers at the beginning of the game and tells who needs to go. Ataman gives advice, but, of course, also catches opponents himself.
The robbers also choose their commander. Ataman advises his wards where to hide. He sends weak players away. After that he hides himself. If possible, the chieftain also organizes the revenue of the robbers, making a plan.
Little tricks
There are some more nuances. “Cossack robbers” (the game described above) may differ in certain rules. They are agreed upon by the participants in advance.
For example, if a Cossack is not sure that he will catch up with the fleeing enemy, he can call for help. Then the robber is caught by common forces.
Leading him to the “dungeon” is best done in a way where other opponents of the Cossacks were not found. You can also call a partner in order to take the prisoner together.
How can players ease conditions?
How do the robbers act when one of them is taken to a “dungeon”? If the terrain allows, you can ambush. The main thing is to quietly let the prisoner know about their intentions.
For example, he can distract the Cossack with some distracting question, pointing with his finger to the other side. While he will peer in the indicated direction, the robbers will jump out of the ambush, “send in” the captive and run away.
Well, it is best for Cossacks to arrange a "dungeon" in an open place. Because helping out comrades to robbers is quite difficult. But prisoners can help them with this. If you distract the guard Cossacks in some way, for example, having arranged a light mess, getting to the robbers is much easier. It is best to attack the “dungeon” with large forces, and then, when there are already a lot of prisoners in it.
In a word, “Cossack robbers” is an exciting and interesting game. It often continues for a very long time. At the same time, the children do not bother at all, as, indeed, many other well-known outdoor games in the yard.