Bamboo Fragrance Studio Manual, Vol. 1: 73 classical compositions

The first collection (初集) of the Bamboo Fragrance Studio Manual (竹香斋象戏谱), a Qing dynasty collection of xiangqi endgame compositions compiled by Zhang Qiaodong (张乔栋) and printed in 1800. 74 compositions are included here. Each chapter opens on the book's diagram, with the book's own line as the mainline. Chapter names are English renderings of the original titles, with the Chinese kept alongside. Problems that carry a number in the source keep it; the rest follow the order of the dpxq.com listing, which is not the book's own order. The records come from dpxq.com and every chapter says so. Every line has been replayed move by move by this site's rules kernel, which proves the moves are legal, not that they match the book: there is only one source, and a line that was recorded short still replays cleanly. These compositions are more than two centuries old and long out of copyright.

73 chapters

1. 1. Three Elders and Five Seniors25 moves

   三老五更 — "Three Elders and Five Seniors" Problem 1 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40506.html

2. 2. Scenes Along the River23 moves

   上河景物 — "Scenes Along the River" Problem 2 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40507.html

3. 3. Riding a Raft Across the Sea22 moves

   乘槎泛海 — "Riding a Raft Across the Sea" Problem 3 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40508.html

4. 4. The Vajra in the Clouds22 moves

   云里金刚 — "The Vajra in the Clouds" Problem 4 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40509.html

5. 5. The Grotto-Heaven of Chou Pool47 moves

   仇池小有 — "The Grotto-Heaven of Chou Pool" Problem 5 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40510.html

6. 6. Into the Den for the Cub27 moves

   入穴探子 — "Into the Den for the Cub" Problem 6 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40511.html

7. 7. The Six Ministers' Farewell Feast33 moves

   六卿祖饯 — "The Six Ministers' Farewell Feast" Problem 7 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40512.html

8. 8. Leaving the World on a Crane36 moves

   出凡跨鹤 — "Leaving the World on a Crane" Problem 8 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40513.html

9. 9. Firm and Yielding Together16 moves

   刚柔并用 — "Firm and Yielding Together" Problem 9 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40514.html

10. 10. The Bird Calls for Its Friend51 moves

    嘤鸣求友 — "The Bird Calls for Its Friend" Problem 10 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40515.html

11. 11. The Great Pair of Horses17 moves

    大双马 — "The Great Pair of Horses" Problem 11 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40516.html

12. 12. Scholars Ascend Yingzhou19 moves

    学士瀛洲 — "Scholars Ascend Yingzhou" Problem 12 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40517.html

13. 13. Stars Shift, Dipper Turns28 moves

    星移斗转 — "Stars Shift, Dipper Turns" Problem 13 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40518.html

14. 14. Dawn Sun over Tong Pass25 moves

    晓日潼关 — "Dawn Sun over Tong Pass" Problem 14 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40519.html

15. 15. Secretly Crossing the Kunlun23 moves

    暗渡昆仓 — "Secretly Crossing the Kunlun" Problem 15 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40520.html

16. 16. Fallen Blossoms on the Winding Path32 moves

    曲径委红 — "Fallen Blossoms on the Winding Path" Problem 16 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40521.html

17. 17. Phoenix Singing to the Morning Sun32 moves

    朝阳鸣凤 — "Phoenix Singing to the Morning Sun" Problem 17 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40522.html

18. 18. A Water Tune on the Qinhuai31 moves

    水调秦淮 — "A Water Tune on the Qinhuai" Problem 18 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40523.html

19. 19. Cannon and Pawn Take the Elephant17 moves

    炮兵取象 — "Cannon and Pawn Take the Elephant" Problem 19 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40524.html

20. 20. Cannon and Pawn Beat Elephant and Advisor (1)15 moves

    炮兵胜象士1 — "Cannon and Pawn Beat Elephant and Advisor (1)" Problem 20 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40525.html

21. 21. Cannon and Pawn Beat Elephant and Advisor (2)21 moves

    炮兵胜象士2 — "Cannon and Pawn Beat Elephant and Advisor (2)" Problem 21 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40526.html

22. 22. Osmanthus Scent on the Wind15 moves

    桂子香飘 — "Osmanthus Scent on the Wind" Problem 22 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「正和」 Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40527.html

23. 23. Calm Waves Beneath the Sea Trees19 moves

    海树波平 — "Calm Waves Beneath the Sea Trees" Problem 23 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40528.html

24. 27. Letting Go at the Cliff's Edge33 moves

    悬崖撒手 — "Letting Go at the Cliff's Edge" Problem 27 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40532.html

25. 28. The Turning Horse's Golden Spear15 moves

    回马金枪 — "The Turning Horse's Golden Spear" Problem 28 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40533.html

26. 29. A Spring Sings in the Secluded Ravine42 moves

    幽涧鸣泉 — "A Spring Sings in the Secluded Ravine" Problem 29 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和局」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40534.html

27. 30. Horses Run at Mount Qi31 moves

    岐山走马 — "Horses Run at Mount Qi" Problem 30 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40535.html

28. 32. Streams Return and Peaks Wind Round23 moves

    溪复峰回 — "Streams Return and Peaks Wind Round" Problem 32 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40537.html

29. 33. Spring in Jiangnan33 moves

    江南春色 — "Spring in Jiangnan" Problem 33 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40538.html

30. 34. Soaring Like the Dawn Clouds23 moves

    轩飞霞举 — "Soaring Like the Dawn Clouds" Problem 34 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40539.html

31. 35. Purple Canopy from the West18 moves

    紫盖西来 — "Purple Canopy from the West" Problem 35 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40540.html

32. 36. A Lone Chant in the Clearing Dusk23 moves

    霁晚孤吟 — "A Lone Chant in the Clearing Dusk" Problem 36 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40541.html

33. 38. Incense from the Golden Lion Censer21 moves

    金猊宝篆 — "Incense from the Golden Lion Censer" Problem 38 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40543.html

34. 39. A Branch Slants Beyond the Bamboo31 moves

    竹外横枝 — "A Branch Slants Beyond the Bamboo" Problem 39 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40544.html

35. 40. Frost Bell of the Temple19 moves

    萧寺霜钟 — "Frost Bell of the Temple" Problem 40 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40545.html

36. 41. Frost Bell of the Temple (1804 Diagram)20 moves

    萧寺霜钟01 — "Frost Bell of the Temple (1804 Diagram)" Problem 41 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40546.html

37. 43. Hunting from the Willow Camp15 moves

    柳营射猎 — "Hunting from the Willow Camp" Problem 43 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40548.html

38. 46. Startling a Hundred Li (1804 Diagram)35 moves

    震惊百里01 — "Startling a Hundred Li (1804 Diagram)" Problem 46 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40551.html

39. 48. A Reined Steed Chases the Wind80 moves

    骏辔追风 — "A Reined Steed Chases the Wind" Problem 48 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「黑胜。」 (Black wins) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40553.html

40. 49. The Little Five Tigers35 moves

    小五虎 — "The Little Five Tigers" Problem 49 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「红胜。」 (Red wins) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40554.html

41. 52. The Udumbara Blooms in Blended Hues42 moves

    合彩昙花 — "The Udumbara Blooms in Blended Hues" Problem 52 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和。」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40557.html

42. 53. Fifteen of the River Chart34 moves

    河图十五 — "Fifteen of the River Chart" Problem 53 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和。」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40558.html

43. 54. Wild Geese Settle on the Sandbank43 moves

    平沙落雁 — "Wild Geese Settle on the Sandbank" Problem 54 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40559.html

44. 57. The Road Reaches Tiantai25 moves

    路到天台 — "The Road Reaches Tiantai" Problem 57 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40562.html

45. 59. Half a Foot from the Hook19 moves

    离钩半尺 — "Half a Foot from the Hook" Problem 59 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和。」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40564.html

46. 60. A Broken Sword Buried in Dust19 moves

    埋尘断剑 — "A Broken Sword Buried in Dust" Problem 60 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和。」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40565.html

47. 61. A Free Sage Sits in Meditation22 moves

    安禅散圣 — "A Free Sage Sits in Meditation" Problem 61 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「黑胜定。」 Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40566.html

48. 62. A Marquisate Ten Thousand Li Away18 moves

    封侯万里 — "A Marquisate Ten Thousand Li Away" Problem 62 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40567.html

49. 63. Two Immortals Transmit the Way22 moves

    两仙传道 — "Two Immortals Transmit the Way" Problem 63 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40568.html

50. 64. Passing the Cup across the Table47 moves

    隔席传杯 — "Passing the Cup across the Table" Problem 64 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40569.html

51. 65. Tuning the Qin beneath the Moon27 moves

    月下调琴 — "Tuning the Qin beneath the Moon" Problem 65 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40570.html

52. 66. Fine Rain before the Wine Cup22 moves

    樽前细雨 — "Fine Rain before the Wine Cup" Problem 66 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). The book's note: 「和」 (Draw) Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40571.html

53. 67. Force and Momentum Lean Together37 moves

    声势相倚 — "Force and Momentum Lean Together" Problem 67 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40572.html

54. 69. Fragrant Grass in Clear Sunshine23 moves

    芳草晴阳 — "Fragrant Grass in Clear Sunshine" Problem 69 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40574.html

55. 70. The Tiger Tent Hangs High32 moves

    虎帐高悬 — "The Tiger Tent Hangs High" Problem 70 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40575.html

56. 71. Straying into Peach Blossom Spring26 moves

    误入桃源 — "Straying into Peach Blossom Spring" Problem 71 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40576.html

57. 72. Chariot and Soldier Draw with Advisors12 moves

    车兵和士 — "Chariot and Soldier Draw with Advisors" Problem 72 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40577.html

58. 73. Chariot and Soldier Pluck the Advisor11 moves

    车兵捽士 — "Chariot and Soldier Pluck the Advisor" Problem 73 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40578.html

59. 74. Chariot Breaks Two Advisors and Elephants (1)19 moves

    车破双士象1 — "Chariot Breaks Two Advisors and Elephants (1)" Problem 74 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40579.html

60. 75. Chariot Breaks Two Advisors and Elephants (2)15 moves

    车破双士象2 — "Chariot Breaks Two Advisors and Elephants (2)" Problem 75 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40580.html

61. 76. Chariot Breaks Two Advisors and Elephants (3)15 moves

    车破双士象3 — "Chariot Breaks Two Advisors and Elephants (3)" Problem 76 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40581.html

62. 77. Banner Raised at the Camp Gate39 moves

    辕门树帜 — "Banner Raised at the Camp Gate" Problem 77 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40582.html

63. 78. A Voyaging Sail on Distant Waters19 moves

    远水征帆 — "A Voyaging Sail on Distant Waters" Problem 78 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40583.html

64. 79. Drunkenly Tapping the Red Clappers22 moves

    醉按红牙 — "Drunkenly Tapping the Red Clappers" Problem 79 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40584.html

65. 80. Good News upon Good News20 moves

    重重报喜 — "Good News upon Good News" Problem 80 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40585.html

66. 81. Leaping the Ravine at Yinling23 moves

    阴陵跳涧 — "Leaping the Ravine at Yinling" Problem 81 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40586.html

67. 82. Watching the Moon through the Window33 moves

    隔窗望月 — "Watching the Moon through the Window" Problem 82 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40587.html

68. 83. Fog Locks the Layered Mountain Mist37 moves

    雾锁层岚 — "Fog Locks the Layered Mountain Mist" Problem 83 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40588.html

69. 84. Flying Catkins at Ba Bridge20 moves

    霸桥飞絮 — "Flying Catkins at Ba Bridge" Problem 84 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40589.html

70. 85. Carried Down the Xiang River27 moves

    顺送襄江 — "Carried Down the Xiang River" Problem 85 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40590.html

71. 86. Wind and Clouds Meet26 moves

    风云际会 — "Wind and Clouds Meet" Problem 86 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40591.html

72. 87. Horse Takes the Lone Elephant7 moves

    马取单象 — "Horse Takes the Lone Elephant" Problem 87 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40592.html

73. 88. Horse Pins the Lone Advisor9 moves

    马禁单士 — "Horse Pins the Lone Advisor" Problem 88 of 竹香斋象戏谱, volume 1 (初集). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_40593.html