As people of Vietnamese descent, you have surely seen the "Rước Rồng" (Dragon Procession) Dong Ho folk painting during the Tet holidays. However, do you know the hidden meanings behind the simplicity of that painting?

Closely tied to the origins of the nation in the legend of "The Dragon and the Fairy," the dragon has thus become an extremely important cultural symbol in Vietnam. At the same time, the image of the dragon appears during traditional Tet holidays with the dragon dance, featuring vibrant colors and winding gracefully to the rhythmic beat of drums, creating a festive atmosphere that brings joy and happiness to everyone.

In Dong Ho folk paintings, the image of a crowd joyfully performing a dragon dance is not only a festive activity to celebrate the spring; according to folklore researchers, it also signifies the people's gratitude for a bountiful harvest and their aspirations for favorable weather, a prosperous nation, and peace for the people.

The protective spirit and power of the Dragon no longer appear only on ancient pages; they have now been embodied directly on the QiClash board. In every match, the Thìn piece possesses comprehensive mobility and breakthrough power that curves gracefully with every move. Notably, the Thìn piece does not merely maneuver fluidly across the board; it also carries a sacred mission, standing side by side with the other 11 zodiac animals to form a solid barrier protecting our precious water source.

Do you want to personally command the majestic Dragon piece, employing flexible strategies to neutralize your opponent's offensive? Then what are you waiting for? Join us for a meetup to experience QiClash at the following two locations:

📍 QiClash Club: 8:00 - 12:00 every Sunday, Ho Chi Minh City Children's Center, No. 04 Tu Xuong, Xuan Hoa Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.

📍 Cờ & Trà: Featuring short talkshows, tea tasting experiences, and chess matches every Saturday night.

We look forward to meeting fellow players on weekends to connect and share majestic new strategies. A warm welcome to everyone!

🐉 What do you think about the power of the Dragon (Thìn) piece on the QiClash board? Comment below which piece you would like us to decode the power of in our upcoming posts!

Lăng Kính Đông Tây is a series where I, along with all of you, share cultural stories associated with the formation of QiClash.