Hundred Variations Manual: 67 classical compositions

The classical xiangqi manual 百变象棋谱 (Hundred Variations Manual), 70 compositions. Many of them reappear in the later 神妙变化象棋谱 (Wondrous Variations Manual), which has its own study. 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.

67 chapters

1. 1. The Eight Formations17 moves

   八阵图 — "The Eight Formations" Problem 1 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「红胜。」 (Red wins) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_271500.html

2. 2. Twenty-Eight Stars Storm Kunyang23 moves

   二十八宿闹昆阳 — "Twenty-Eight Stars Storm Kunyang" Problem 2 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「红胜。」 (Red wins) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_274950.html

3. 3. Four Generals March Out27 moves

   四将出师 — "Four Generals March Out" Problem 3 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_275056.html

4. 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 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_275503.html

5. 5. War Is the Way of Deception18 moves

   兵行诡道 — "War Is the Way of Deception" Problem 5 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_275504.html

6. 6. Each Guards Its Own Border16 moves

   各守封疆 — "Each Guards Its Own Border" Problem 6 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_277609.html

7. 7. Two Generals Vie for the Lead20 moves

   二将争先 — "Two Generals Vie for the Lead" Problem 7 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_277631.html

8. 9. Lian and Lin Contend for Merit23 moves

   廉蔺争功 — "Lian and Lin Contend for Merit" Problem 9 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_277717.html

9. 10. Seven Worthies Pass the Gate31 moves

   七贤过关 — "Seven Worthies Pass the Gate" Problem 10 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_277839.html

10. 11. Returning the Jade Intact to Zhao21 moves

    完壁归赵 — "Returning the Jade Intact to Zhao" Problem 11 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_277980.html

11. 12. Holding Hulao Pass Fast15 moves

    紧守虎牢 — "Holding Hulao Pass Fast" Problem 12 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「红胜！」 Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_278234.html

12. 13. Three Immortals Refine the Elixir18 moves

    三仙炼丹 — "Three Immortals Refine the Elixir" Problem 13 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_278394.html

13. 14. A Great General Holds the Pass38 moves

    大将当关 — "A Great General Holds the Pass" Problem 14 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_278477.html

14. 15. Backs to the River11 moves

    背水阵 — "Backs to the River" Problem 15 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_280452.html

15. 16. Feigning Defeat to Lure the Enemy11 moves

    诈败诱敌 — "Feigning Defeat to Lure the Enemy" Problem 16 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281189.html

16. 17. The White-Robed General in the Dungeon5 moves

    白袍将坐天牢 — "The White-Robed General in the Dungeon" Problem 17 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281208.html

17. 18. Pursuing Han Xin Under the Moon11 moves

    月下追信 — "Pursuing Han Xin Under the Moon" Problem 18 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281209.html

18. 19. The Eighteen Scholars46 moves

    十八学士 — "The Eighteen Scholars" Problem 19 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和！」 Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281213.html

19. 20. The Balky Horse and Chariot28 moves

    拗马车 — "The Balky Horse and Chariot" Problem 20 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281433.html

20. 22. A Thunderclap from Level Ground16 moves

    平地一声雷 — "A Thunderclap from Level Ground" Problem 22 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281477.html

21. 23. Tricking the Dragon Among Men9 moves

    人龙计赚 — "Tricking the Dragon Among Men" Problem 23 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281521.html

22. 24. Twelve Balustrades22 moves

    十二栏杆 — "Twelve Balustrades" Problem 24 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281583.html

23. 25. Pincer Attack from Left and Right31 moves

    左右夹攻 — "Pincer Attack from Left and Right" Problem 25 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281902.html

24. 26. The Golden Cicada Sheds Its Shell19 moves

    金蝉脱壳 — "The Golden Cicada Sheds Its Shell" Problem 26 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281947.html

25. 27. Three Battles with Lü Bu19 moves

    三战吕布 — "Three Battles with Lü Bu" Problem 27 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_281974.html

26. 28. One Scheme Undoes Three Worthies23 moves

    一计害三贤 — "One Scheme Undoes Three Worthies" Problem 28 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282364.html

27. 29. Four Greybeards Retire to Mount Shang16 moves

    四皓隐商山 — "Four Greybeards Retire to Mount Shang" Problem 29 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282425.html

28. 31. Ambush on Eight Sides45 moves

    八面埋伏 — "Ambush on Eight Sides" Problem 31 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282442.html

29. 32. Nine Sons Pass the Examinations19 moves

    九子登科 — "Nine Sons Pass the Examinations" Problem 32 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282473.html

30. 33. Three Armies Escort the Sovereign38 moves

    三军保驾 — "Three Armies Escort the Sovereign" Problem 33 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282489.html

31. 34. Six Generals Go Down to Jiangnan22 moves

    六将下江南 — "Six Generals Go Down to Jiangnan" Problem 34 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282558.html

32. 35. Yu's Tribute from the Nine Provinces7 moves

    禹贡九州 — "Yu's Tribute from the Nine Provinces" Problem 35 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282559.html

33. 36. Cao Cao Attempts an Assassination28 moves

    曹操行刺 — "Cao Cao Attempts an Assassination" Problem 36 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282560.html

34. 37. The Great Battle of Lake Poyang29 moves

    鄱湖大战 — "The Great Battle of Lake Poyang" Problem 37 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282566.html

35. 38. The Heavenly Gate Formation24 moves

    天门阵 — "The Heavenly Gate Formation" Problem 38 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282582.html

36. 39. Five Tigers Descend on West Sichuan36 moves

    五虎下西川 — "Five Tigers Descend on West Sichuan" Problem 39 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282596.html

37. 40. Two Butterflies Among the Plum Blossoms11 moves

    双蝶戏梅 — "Two Butterflies Among the Plum Blossoms" Problem 40 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282609.html

38. 41. Autumn Shared Equally27 moves

    秋色平分 — "Autumn Shared Equally" Problem 41 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_282610.html

39. 42. Three Armies Fight for the Boat17 moves

    三军争舟 — "Three Armies Fight for the Boat" Problem 42 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283023.html

40. 43. Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies29 moves

    九溪十八涧 — "Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies" Problem 43 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283024.html

41. 44. Ma Chao Fights Five Generals27 moves

    马超战五将 — "Ma Chao Fights Five Generals" Problem 44 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283055.html

42. 45. Autumn Waters Meet the Long Sky19 moves

    秋水共长天 — "Autumn Waters Meet the Long Sky" Problem 45 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283508.html

43. 46. The Long Snake Formation22 moves

    长蛇阵 — "The Long Snake Formation" Problem 46 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283596.html

44. 47. Borrowing a Road to Conquer Guo29 moves

    假道伐虢 — "Borrowing a Road to Conquer Guo" Problem 47 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283681.html

45. 48. The King of Wu Goes Hunting41 moves

    吴王打围 — "The King of Wu Goes Hunting" Problem 48 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283924.html

46. 49. The Vertical Alliance Attacks the Horizontal14 moves

    约纵攻连横 — "The Vertical Alliance Attacks the Horizontal" Problem 49 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283927.html

47. 50. Five Phases, Seven Luminaries21 moves

    五行七政 — "Five Phases, Seven Luminaries" Problem 50 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283967.html

48. 51. The Seven-Star Sword29 moves

    七星剑 — "The Seven-Star Sword" Problem 51 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_283971.html

49. 52. A Hundred Battles Without Peril18 moves

    百战不殆 — "A Hundred Battles Without Peril" Problem 52 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_284026.html

50. 53. Thirteen Gold Plaques46 moves

    金牌十三道 — "Thirteen Gold Plaques" Problem 53 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_284045.html

51. 54. Invade Them to Save Ourselves22 moves

    侵彼救我 — "Invade Them to Save Ourselves" Problem 54 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_284534.html

52. 55. Soldiers Advance by Two Roads27 moves

    两路兵进 — "Soldiers Advance by Two Roads" Problem 55 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_284903.html

53. 56. Qin and Jin Besiege Zheng22 moves

    秦晋围郑 — "Qin and Jin Besiege Zheng" Problem 56 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285101.html

54. 57. Six States Make Peace with Qin23 moves

    六国和秦 — "Six States Make Peace with Qin" Problem 57 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285329.html

55. 58. Five Powers Contend for Hegemony22 moves

    五雄争霸 — "Five Powers Contend for Hegemony" Problem 58 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285340.html

56. 59. Raiding the Camp by Stealth26 moves

    偷营劫寨 — "Raiding the Camp by Stealth" Problem 59 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285370.html

57. 60. A Meteor Chasing the Moon24 moves

    流星赶月 — "A Meteor Chasing the Moon" Problem 60 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285617.html

58. 61. Two Dragons Toy with a Pearl26 moves

    二龙戏珠 — "Two Dragons Toy with a Pearl" Problem 61 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285618.html

59. 62. Three Arrows Settle Tianshan19 moves

    三箭定天山 — "Three Arrows Settle Tianshan" Problem 62 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285708.html

60. 63. Three Stars Meet in the Mansion24 moves

    三星会舍 — "Three Stars Meet in the Mansion" Problem 63 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285715.html

61. 64. Three Heroes of the House of Han15 moves

    汉家三杰 — "Three Heroes of the House of Han" Problem 64 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285716.html

62. 65. The Four-Horse Chariot21 moves

    驷马车 — "The Four-Horse Chariot" Problem 65 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285717.html

63. 66. Evenly Matched in Strength22 moves

    势均力敌 — "Evenly Matched in Strength" Problem 66 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285773.html

64. 67. Shooting the Halberd at the Camp Gate48 moves

    辕门射戟 — "Shooting the Halberd at the Camp Gate" Problem 67 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285816.html

65. 68. Flying Across the Yangtze15 moves

    长江飞渡 — "Flying Across the Yangtze" Problem 68 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285853.html

66. 69. Scattering the Home Troops with Song24 moves

    吹散子弟兵 — "Scattering the Home Troops with Song" Problem 69 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285881.html

67. 70. Troops Return to Save Their Lord23 moves

    回兵救主 — "Troops Return to Save Their Lord" Problem 70 of 百变神妙象棋谱, volume 1 (百变象棋谱（全70局）). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_285883.html