Wondrous Variations Manual, Part 1: 48 classical compositions

The classical xiangqi manual 神妙变化象棋谱 (Wondrous Variations Manual), which dpxq lists in two parts. This part holds the 55 compositions dpxq lists as the manual proper, many of which also appear in the earlier 百变象棋谱 (Hundred Variations Manual, its own study); the nineteen compositions dpxq lists separately as standalone (独立局) are Part 2. The source records name neither a compiler nor a printing date. Each chapter starts from the book's diagram, with the book's line as the mainline. Chapter numbers follow the numbers in the titles; where a composition also appears with a corrected diagram, that diagram is a chapter of its own beside it, so the chapter count can differ from the book's own. Names are English renderings of the original titles, with the Chinese kept. Records come from dpxq.com and each chapter says so. Every line was replayed by this site's rules kernel, which proves the moves are legal, not that they match the book: there is a single source, and a line recorded short still replays in full. These compositions are centuries old and long out of copyright.

48 chapters

1. 3. Four Generals Take the Field27 moves

   四将出师 — "Four Generals Take the Field" Problem 3 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286308.html

2. 4. Ambush on Ten Sides15 moves

   十面埋伏 — "Ambush on Ten Sides" Problem 4 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286419.html

3. 5. Pang Tong's Chain Stratagem21 moves

   庞统连环计 — "Pang Tong's Chain Stratagem" Problem 5 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). The book's note: 「红胜」 (Red wins) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286422.html

4. 6. Ma Su's Stratagem of Discord47 moves

   马谡反间计 — "Ma Su's Stratagem of Discord" Problem 6 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286427.html

5. 7. Seizing the Cub in the Tiger's Den15 moves

   虎穴擒子 — "Seizing the Cub in the Tiger's Den" Problem 7 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286442.html

6. 8. Shoot the Horse, Capture the King35 moves

   射马擒王 — "Shoot the Horse, Capture the King" Problem 8 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286616.html

7. 9. Burning Gourd Valley19 moves

   火烧葫芦谷 — "Burning Gourd Valley" Problem 9 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286617.html

8. 10. Avoid the Strong, Strike the Hollow19 moves

   避亢捣虚 — "Avoid the Strong, Strike the Hollow" Problem 10 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286621.html

9. 11. Secretly Crossing at Chencang19 moves

   暗渡陈仓 — "Secretly Crossing at Chencang" Problem 11 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286716.html

10. 12. The Five-Flower Eight-Gate Formation17 moves

    五花八门阵 — "The Five-Flower Eight-Gate Formation" Problem 12 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286717.html

11. 13. The Back-to-the-River Formation11 moves

    背水阵 — "The Back-to-the-River Formation" Problem 13 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286721.html

12. 14. Feigning Defeat to Lure the Enemy11 moves

    诈败诱敌 — "Feigning Defeat to Lure the Enemy" Problem 14 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286726.html

13. 15. The White-Robed General in the Imperial Prison5 moves

    白袍将坐天牢 — "The White-Robed General in the Imperial Prison" Problem 15 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286729.html

14. 16. Pursuing Han Xin Under the Moon11 moves

    月下追信 — "Pursuing Han Xin Under the Moon" Problem 16 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286731.html

15. 18. A Guest Star Invades the Emperor's Seat9 moves

    客星犯帝座 — "A Guest Star Invades the Emperor's Seat" Problem 18 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286742.html

16. 19. Success in a Single Battle9 moves

    一战成功 — "Success in a Single Battle" Problem 19 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286745.html

17. 20. A Hundred Defeats, One Victory11 moves

    百败一胜 — "A Hundred Defeats, One Victory" Problem 20 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286854.html

18. 21. Flawless Calculation14 moves

    妙算无遗 — "Flawless Calculation" Problem 21 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286855.html

19. 22. Four States at Peace with Two20 moves

    四国和二 — "Four States at Peace with Two" Problem 22 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286858.html

20. 23. Duke Jing's Two Peaches16 moves

    景公二桃 — "Duke Jing's Two Peaches" Problem 23 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286864.html

21. 24. The Way of War Is Deception18 moves

    兵行诡道 — "The Way of War Is Deception" Problem 24 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286871.html

22. 25. Each Guards Its Own Frontier16 moves

    各守封疆 — "Each Guards Its Own Frontier" Problem 25 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286883.html

23. 26. Two Generals Vie for the Lead20 moves

    二将争先 — "Two Generals Vie for the Lead" Problem 26 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286888.html

24. 28. Lian and Lin Contend for Merit23 moves

    廉蔺争功 — "Lian and Lin Contend for Merit" Problem 28 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_286901.html

25. 29. Seven Worthies Pass the Gate31 moves

    七贤过关 — "Seven Worthies Pass the Gate" Problem 29 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_287312.html

26. 30. Returning the Jade Intact to Zhao21 moves

    完壁归赵 — "Returning the Jade Intact to Zhao" Problem 30 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_287714.html

27. 31. Holding Hulao Pass Fast15 moves

    紧守虎牢 — "Holding Hulao Pass Fast" Problem 31 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_287775.html

28. 32. Three Immortals Refine the Elixir18 moves

    三仙炼丹 — "Three Immortals Refine the Elixir" Problem 32 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_288141.html

29. 34. Eighteen at Lintong21 moves

    十八临潼 — "Eighteen at Lintong" Problem 34 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_288487.html

30. 35. Three Qin Commands Divided11 moves

    三秦分阃 — "Three Qin Commands Divided" Problem 35 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_288578.html

31. 37. Taking Seventy Cities of Qi19 moves

    下齐七十城 — "Taking Seventy Cities of Qi" Problem 37 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_288674.html

32. 39. A Thunderclap from Level Ground16 moves

    平地一声雷 — "A Thunderclap from Level Ground" Problem 39 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_288802.html

33. 40. The Dragon Among Men Lays a Snare9 moves

    人龙计赚 — "The Dragon Among Men Lays a Snare" Problem 40 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_288916.html

34. 41. Twelve Balustrades22 moves

    十二栏杆 — "Twelve Balustrades" Problem 41 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289229.html

35. 42. Pincer Attack from Both Flanks31 moves

    左右夹攻 — "Pincer Attack from Both Flanks" Problem 42 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289368.html

36. 43. The Golden Cicada Sheds Its Shell19 moves

    金蝉脱壳 — "The Golden Cicada Sheds Its Shell" Problem 43 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289369.html

37. 44. Three Battles with Lü Bu19 moves

    三战吕布 — "Three Battles with Lü Bu" Problem 44 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289588.html

38. 45. One Scheme Kills Three Worthies23 moves

    一计害三贤 — "One Scheme Kills Three Worthies" Problem 45 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289667.html

39. 46. The Four-Horse Chariot21 moves

    驷马车 — "The Four-Horse Chariot" Problem 46 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289671.html

40. 47. Evenly Matched22 moves

    势均力敌 — "Evenly Matched" Problem 47 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289759.html

41. 48. Shooting the Halberd at the Camp Gate48 moves

    辕门射戟 — "Shooting the Halberd at the Camp Gate" Problem 48 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_289911.html

42. 49. Flying Across the Yangtze15 moves

    长江飞渡 — "Flying Across the Yangtze" Problem 49 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_290125.html

43. 50. The Vertical Alliance Attacks the Horizontal14 moves

    约纵攻连横 — "The Vertical Alliance Attacks the Horizontal" Problem 50 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_290127.html

44. 51. Five Phases, Seven Governors21 moves

    五行七政 — "Five Phases, Seven Governors" Problem 51 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_290128.html

45. 52. The Seven-Star Sword29 moves

    七星剑 — "The Seven-Star Sword" Problem 52 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_290130.html

46. 53. A Hundred Battles Without Peril18 moves

    百战不殆 — "A Hundred Battles Without Peril" Problem 53 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_290183.html

47. 54. Thirteen Gold Tablets46 moves

    金牌十三道 — "Thirteen Gold Tablets" Problem 54 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_290334.html

48. 55. Attack Them to Save Ourselves22 moves

    侵彼救我 — "Attack Them to Save Ourselves" Problem 55 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 2 (神妙变化象棋谱（全55局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_291255.html