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Bawi Bawi Bawi (Korean Rock-Paper-Scissors)

B
PLAYERS
2+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Both
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

Players face each other and chant the rhythmic call together before each throw.

2

On the final beat of the chant, everyone reveals a rock, paper, or scissors hand shape at the same time.

3

Standard rules apply: rock crushes scissors, scissors cuts paper, and paper covers rock.

4

Matching shapes mean an instant tie, so the chant and throw are repeated right away.

5

Use the game quickly to decide who goes first, splits into teams, or settles a small dispute.

6

For longer play, keep a running score across many rounds until someone reaches a set number of wins.