MiniXiang is a minaturization of Chinese Chess, or XiangQi, inspired by MiniShogi. Play occurs on a 5x6 field. Each player has a `fortress` of 5x3, and the space between these is known as `the river`. One of each of the pieces from the classic game make up the player's force.

GENERAL steps one orthogonal within its `fortress`. It is not permitted to be on an exposed orthogonal line with the opposing General.
MANDARIN steps one diagonal within its `fortress`.
ELEPHANT steps two diagonal and is permitted to cross `the river`.
CHARIOT slides orthogonal.
CANNON slides orthogonal, and captures by jumping.
HORSE steps othogonal then diagonal to the opposite corner of a 2x3 area.
SOLDIER steps one forward orthogonal, after crossing `the river` it is permitted to step one right or left orthogonal.

The game is won by checkmating the opposing General. A player loses if stalemated, or by repetition of position.