Elegant Pastime Manual, Vol. 4: 91 classical compositions

Volume 4 (卷四) of 適情雅趣, a Ming-dynasty manual of xiangqi endgame compositions. 91 of the volume's 91 problems, each rooted at its own diagram with the book's solution as the mainline, every line replayed move by move through the Mistboard rules kernel. Titles are English renderings of the original four-character names, which are kept alongside. Records come from dpxq.com and are credited on each composition. The book prints variations beside many of its solutions; only the mainline is included here. That replay proves the moves are legal, not that the manual was copied faithfully: this text has a single source, and a solution recorded short would still replay cleanly. The compositions are several centuries old and long out of copyright.

91 chapters

1. 286. Seizing the Horse, Driving Off the Foe13 moves

   夺马驱敌 — "Seizing the Horse, Driving Off the Foe" Problem 286 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43268.html

2. 287. Hands Withdrawn, Territory Ceded9 moves

   敛手削地 — "Hands Withdrawn, Territory Ceded" Problem 287 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43269.html

3. 288. Merit Won by the Sweating Horse9 moves

   汗马功劳 — "Merit Won by the Sweating Horse" Problem 288 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43270.html

4. 289. Summoned from the Fields of Shen by Tang9 moves

   莘野邀汤 — "Summoned from the Fields of Shen by Tang" Problem 289 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43271.html

5. 290. Fire at the City Gate7 moves

   城门失火 — "Fire at the City Gate" Problem 290 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43272.html

6. 291. Phoenixes Rise on Cinnabar Mountain13 moves

   丹山起凤 — "Phoenixes Rise on Cinnabar Mountain" Problem 291 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43273.html

7. 292. Two Tigers Fight Together7 moves

   两虎共斗 — "Two Tigers Fight Together" Problem 292 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43274.html

8. 293. Twelve Years of Toil9 moves

   勤劳一纪 — "Twelve Years of Toil" Problem 293 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43275.html

9. 294. Aid the Weak, Steady the Falling9 moves

   济弱扶倾 — "Aid the Weak, Steady the Falling" Problem 294 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43276.html

10. 295. Casting the Net Around the River7 moves

    绕江撒网 — "Casting the Net Around the River" Problem 295 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43277.html

11. 296. The Owl Stands at Midheaven25 moves

    鸮立中天 — "The Owl Stands at Midheaven" Problem 296 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43278.html

12. 297. Talking War in the Tiger Tent11 moves

    虎帐谈兵 — "Talking War in the Tiger Tent" Problem 297 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43279.html

13. 298. Reverence Before and Behind13 moves

    参前倚衡 — "Reverence Before and Behind" Problem 298 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43280.html

14. 299. The Mutiny at Chenqiao9 moves

    陈桥兵变 — "The Mutiny at Chenqiao" Problem 299 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43281.html

15. 300. A Hand Reaching into the Moon's Cave7 moves

    手探月窟 — "A Hand Reaching into the Moon's Cave" Problem 300 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43282.html

16. 301. The Lame Nag Lies in the Road9 moves

    蹇驽卧道 — "The Lame Nag Lies in the Road" Problem 301 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43283.html

17. 302. The Worthy Hidden Among the Builders13 moves

    板筑隐贤 — "The Worthy Hidden Among the Builders" Problem 302 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43284.html

18. 303. The Hen Turns Cock11 moves

    雌鸡化雄 — "The Hen Turns Cock" Problem 303 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43285.html

19. 304. All Stars Encircle the Moon9 moves

    众星拱月 — "All Stars Encircle the Moon" Problem 304 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43286.html

20. 305. Light Troops, Keen Soldiers9 moves

    轻兵锐卒 — "Light Troops, Keen Soldiers" Problem 305 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43287.html

21. 306. Pulling Out the Root of the Illness13 moves

    拔去病根 — "Pulling Out the Root of the Illness" Problem 306 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43288.html

22. 307. A Step's Room Wins It9 moves

    宽一步胜 — "A Step's Room Wins It" Problem 307 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43289.html

23. 308. The Three Armies Joined in Line7 moves

    三军联位 — "The Three Armies Joined in Line" Problem 308 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43290.html

24. 309. A Home He Cannot Flee To7 moves

    有家难奔 — "A Home He Cannot Flee To" Problem 309 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43291.html

25. 310. The Golden Cock Broods on Its Egg7 moves

    金鸡抱卵 — "The Golden Cock Broods on Its Egg" Problem 310 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43292.html

26. 311. Deep Into the Distant Isles11 moves

    深入远岛 — "Deep Into the Distant Isles" Problem 311 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43293.html

27. 312. The Horse Leaps the Tan Stream37 moves

    马跳澶溪 — "The Horse Leaps the Tan Stream" Problem 312 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43294.html

28. 313. Blocking the Vital Road11 moves

    堵塞要路 — "Blocking the Vital Road" Problem 313 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43295.html

29. 314. Three Generals Take the Pass21 moves

    三将夺关 — "Three Generals Take the Pass" Problem 314 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43296.html

30. 315. The Thirsting Steed Drinks the Spring1 move

    渴骥饮泉 — "The Thirsting Steed Drinks the Spring" Problem 315 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). The source gives its answer in prose rather than as a line, which is what a draw study usually needs: 「红马回象位胜」 Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43297.html

31. 316. Shifting Stars, Changing the Dipper3 moves

    移星换斗 — "Shifting Stars, Changing the Dipper" Problem 316 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43298.html

32. 317. The Hard Fight at Red Cliff31 moves

    赤壁鏖战 — "The Hard Fight at Red Cliff" Problem 317 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43299.html

33. 318. Hiding Shadow, Escaping Shape7 moves

    匿影避形 — "Hiding Shadow, Escaping Shape" Problem 318 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43300.html

34. 319. The Right Chancellor Secures the Liu9 moves

    右相安刘 — "The Right Chancellor Secures the Liu" Problem 319 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43301.html

35. 320. Brave Without Boasting7 moves

    好勇不矜 — "Brave Without Boasting" Problem 320 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43302.html

36. 321. The Eastern Campaign Across the Sea13 moves

    跨海东征 — "The Eastern Campaign Across the Sea" Problem 321 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43303.html

37. 322. Passing the Eye, Turned to Nothing7 moves

    过眼成虚 — "Passing the Eye, Turned to Nothing" Problem 322 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43304.html

38. 323. Facing Peril, Forgetting the Body7 moves

    临难忘躯 — "Facing Peril, Forgetting the Body" Problem 323 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43305.html

39. 324. Passing Zhao Pass by Night7 moves

    夜过昭关 — "Passing Zhao Pass by Night" Problem 324 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43306.html

40. 325. Withdraw and Mend the Fault19 moves

    退思补过 — "Withdraw and Mend the Fault" Problem 325 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43307.html

41. 326. Wondrous in Letters and in Arms21 moves

    奇妙文武 — "Wondrous in Letters and in Arms" Problem 326 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43308.html

42. 327. Loyalty and Filial Duty Both Fulfilled9 moves

    忠孝两全 — "Loyalty and Filial Duty Both Fulfilled" Problem 327 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43309.html

43. 328. The Rainbow Pierces the Sun9 moves

    虹霓贯日 — "The Rainbow Pierces the Sun" Problem 328 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43310.html

44. 329. Befriend the Far, Attack the Near11 moves

    远交近攻 — "Befriend the Far, Attack the Near" Problem 329 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43311.html

45. 330. Losing Life to Comfort a Parent15 moves

    殒命宁亲 — "Losing Life to Comfort a Parent" Problem 330 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43312.html

46. 331. Carriages and Horses Fill the Gate21 moves

    车马盈门 — "Carriages and Horses Fill the Gate" Problem 331 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43313.html

47. 332. Cutting the Toe to Fit the Shoe11 moves

    截趾适履 — "Cutting the Toe to Fit the Shoe" Problem 332 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43314.html

48. 333. Spurring the Horse into the City7 moves

    策马入城 — "Spurring the Horse into the City" Problem 333 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43315.html

49. 334. The Butterfly Loves the Flower's Heart11 moves

    蝶恋花心 — "The Butterfly Loves the Flower's Heart" Problem 334 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43316.html

50. 335. Disaster Reaches the Pond Fish7 moves

    殃及池鱼 — "Disaster Reaches the Pond Fish" Problem 335 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43317.html

51. 336. Minister Wu Flees to Wu7 moves

    伍相奔吴 — "Minister Wu Flees to Wu" Problem 336 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43318.html

52. 337. A Great Cart Without Its Yoke-Pin5 moves

    大车无輗 — "A Great Cart Without Its Yoke-Pin" Problem 337 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43319.html

53. 338. Genius Unmatched in the Age13 moves

    英略盖世 — "Genius Unmatched in the Age" Problem 338 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43320.html

54. 339. A Star Falls, the Sun Rises9 moves

    星坠日升 — "A Star Falls, the Sun Rises" Problem 339 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43321.html

55. 340. Horse and Foot Cross the Border15 moves

    兵马侵境 — "Horse and Foot Cross the Border" Problem 340 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43322.html

56. 341. Holding Fire on a Woodpile13 moves

    抱火积薪 — "Holding Fire on a Woodpile" Problem 341 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43323.html

57. 342. Sealing the Cave to Take the Tiger9 moves

    闭窟捉虎 — "Sealing the Cave to Take the Tiger" Problem 342 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43324.html

58. 343. Deep Into Enemy Country7 moves

    深入敌境 — "Deep Into Enemy Country" Problem 343 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43325.html

59. 344. Guarding Oneself, Awaiting the Hour7 moves

    爱身待时 — "Guarding Oneself, Awaiting the Hour" Problem 344 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43326.html

60. 345. Stone Swallows Brush the Clouds31 moves

    石燕拂云 — "Stone Swallows Brush the Clouds" Problem 345 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43327.html

61. 346. Court and Country at Ease9 moves

    朝野从容 — "Court and Country at Ease" Problem 346 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43328.html

62. 347. Cut the Long to Piece Out the Short19 moves

    绝长补短 — "Cut the Long to Piece Out the Short" Problem 347 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43329.html

63. 348. Yi and Qi Rein In the Horse25 moves

    夷齐扣马 — "Yi and Qi Rein In the Horse" Problem 348 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43330.html

64. 349. Small Strength, Heavy Charge34 moves

    力小任大 — "Small Strength, Heavy Charge" Problem 349 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43331.html

65. 350. Guan Zhong Follows the Horses35 moves

    管仲随马 — "Guan Zhong Follows the Horses" Problem 350 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43332.html

66. 351. Old and Still Untiring11 moves

    老而不倦 — "Old and Still Untiring" Problem 351 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43333.html

67. 352. Xu's Mother Turns the Carriage Back3 moves

    徐母回车 — "Xu's Mother Turns the Carriage Back" Problem 352 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43334.html

68. 353. The Tiger Guards Three Dens13 moves

    虎守三穴 — "The Tiger Guards Three Dens" Problem 353 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43335.html

69. 354. A Tiger Comes Down the Mountain5 moves

    一虎下山 — "A Tiger Comes Down the Mountain" Problem 354 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43336.html

70. 355. The Fierce Tiger Drives the Sheep15 moves

    猛虎驱羊 — "The Fierce Tiger Drives the Sheep" Problem 355 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43337.html

71. 356. Strike the Head, the Tail Answers29 moves

    首动尾应 — "Strike the Head, the Tail Answers" Problem 356 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43338.html

72. 357. Leading the Fledgling to the Nest17 moves

    引雏入巢 — "Leading the Fledgling to the Nest" Problem 357 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43339.html

73. 358. All Within the Four Seas One Family9 moves

    四海一家 — "All Within the Four Seas One Family" Problem 358 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43340.html

74. 359. Plastering the Granary, Dredging the Well27 moves

    涂廪浚井 — "Plastering the Granary, Dredging the Well" Problem 359 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43341.html

75. 360. Hongyang's Head for Figures17 moves

    弘羊心计 — "Hongyang's Head for Figures" Problem 360 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43342.html

76. 361. Facing Death as Going Home7 moves

    视死如归 — "Facing Death as Going Home" Problem 361 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43343.html

77. 362. Pull the Root, Stop the Spring9 moves

    拔本塞源 — "Pull the Root, Stop the Spring" Problem 362 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43344.html

78. 363. At Ease upon the Middle Way7 moves

    从容中道 — "At Ease upon the Middle Way" Problem 363 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43345.html

79. 364. Raise the Upright, Set Aside the Crooked7 moves

    举直错枉 — "Raise the Upright, Set Aside the Crooked" Problem 364 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43346.html

80. 365. Repaying Duty with Kindness7 moves

    以恩塞责 — "Repaying Duty with Kindness" Problem 365 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43347.html

81. 366. Narrow Sight, Narrow Bounds7 moves

    少见相拘 — "Narrow Sight, Narrow Bounds" Problem 366 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43348.html

82. 367. Four Gates at the Dipper's Base17 moves

    四门斗底 — "Four Gates at the Dipper's Base" Problem 367 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43349.html

83. 368. The Hare Roams the Moon's Cave7 moves

    兔游月窟 — "The Hare Roams the Moon's Cave" Problem 368 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43350.html

84. 369. The Hour Allows the Advantage11 moves

    时堪乘便 — "The Hour Allows the Advantage" Problem 369 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43351.html

85. 370. Five Elders Descend to the Court11 moves

    五老降庭 — "Five Elders Descend to the Court" Problem 370 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43352.html

86. 371. Troops Into Its Belly13 moves

    兵入其腹 — "Troops Into Its Belly" Problem 371 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43353.html

87. 372. The Shape of War Has No Constancy5 moves

    兵势无常 — "The Shape of War Has No Constancy" Problem 372 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43354.html

88. 373. Nets Set on Four Sides17 moves

    四面设网 — "Nets Set on Four Sides" Problem 373 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43355.html

89. 374. Entrusting the Orphan and the Mandate27 moves

    托孤寄命 — "Entrusting the Orphan and the Mandate" Problem 374 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43356.html

90. 375. Marshalling Troops in Readiness9 moves

    勒兵为备 — "Marshalling Troops in Readiness" Problem 375 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43357.html

91. 376. Ambush on the Vital Road9 moves

    伏兵要路 — "Ambush on the Vital Road" Problem 376 of 適情雅趣, volume 4 (卷四). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_43358.html