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InSquid Gameseason 2, episode 4, “Six Legs,” players compete in a six-legged pentathlon. Each team member must complete one of five minigames to progress through the race. If the team can complete the games and cross the finish line within five minutes, they may continue to the next round of theSquid Game. However, if the team fails in their mission, guards will ‘remove’ them from the competition.
Of all the Korean children’s gamesfeatured in the pentathlon, Paengi Chigi is the most deceptive. This winter pastime involves spinning a top via a twine string, often onto a smooth, icy surface. However, mastering the Paengi Chigi spin takes quick reflexes and attention to detail. With the proper grip, whip-fast speed, and focused aim, one can master this tricky feat with practice.
How to Win Paengi Chigi
One can play Paengi Chigi individually or in competition with others.InSquid Game’sPentathlon, the player must get their top to spin for a short period (three or so seconds) to win. However, one can play many other games with a Paengi Chigi top, each with unique win conditions.
Paengi Chigi Rules
While each game of Paengi Chigi follows different win conditions, the basic rules are the same.Each player will have a wooden top, a twine string, and, in some cases, a rod. Play occurs in this order.
Paengi Chigi Tips and Tricks
Paengi Chigi looks easy at first glance. However, after watching Seon-nyeo and In-ho’s blunders in season 2, episode 5, “One More Game,” it’s clear that getting the top to spin is more complicated than it looks. Here are some tips for getting that picture-perfect spin.
