Sáhkku

Roll four-sided Sámi dice to wake sleeping reindeer-herders, march them around a long track and capture rivals by landing on them; a neutral king joins whichever side captures him.

Heritage note

A tradition shared by communities in many places.

Origins

Usually placed in the era of River Valleys and First Cities (about 3000 to 1000 BCE), although its exact origins are uncertain.