How to Play Paengi Chigi/Spinning Top From Squid Game

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Summary

  • Paengi Chigi is a deceptive game in the Squid Game pentathlon, requiring quick reflexes and attention to detail.
  • Paengi Chigi can be played in various ways, each with unique win conditions like longest spin or hitting obstacles.
  • Tips for mastering Paengi Chigi include winding the string properly, holding it right, and snapping the wrist for a faster rotation.

In the second season of “Squid Game,” during episode 4 titled “Six Legs,” contestants participate in a six-legged pentathlon. Each teammate is tasked with completing one of five mini-games as part of a relay race. If the group finishes these games and reaches the finish line within five minutes, they advance to the next stage of the “Squid Game.” Should the team fall short in their objective, they are eliminated from the competition by the guards.

Among all Korean children’s games showcased in the pentathlon, the game called Paengi Chigi is the most cunningly deceptive. This winter pastime primarily involves spinning a top using a thin string, usually on a slick, icy surface. However, perfecting the spin of Paengi Chigi requires swift reflexes and meticulous attention to detail. With the correct grip, lightning-fast speed, and focused precision, one can conquer this intricate skill with practice.

How to Win Paengi Chigi

The Paengi Chigi toy can be used either solo or in a competitive setting. In the Pentathlon of Squid Game, the objective is to make the top spin for approximately three seconds to emerge victorious. Yet, there are numerous other games that can be played using a Paengi Chigi top, each with distinct win requirements.

Game Win Condition
Long Spin
  • The player whose top spins the longest wins
Strike Away
  • The player whose top spins the farthest down a pre-drawn line for the longest time wins
Quick Return
  • Players race tops from the starting line to a predetermined point and back
  • The player whose top finished its route first wins
Bump Back
  • Tops get spun to hit a predetermined obstacle
  • After hitting the obstacle, the player whose top returns and spins the longest wins
Janggu Top
  • The player whose top spins the longest wins
  • Players are permitted to hit their opponent’s top with a rod to gain an advantage

Paengi Chigi Rules

In every round of Paengi Chigi, the victory requirements may vary, but the fundamental guidelines remain consistent. Every participant receives a wooden top, a piece of twine, and occasionally a rod. The play progresses sequentially as follows.

  1. The player wraps their twine string along the axle and base of the top.
  2. The player flicks their wrist to unwind the string, propelling the top into motion.
  3. Players sometimes may use a wooden rod to push their top and continue its motion.

Paengi Chigi Tips and Tricks

From my perspective as an enthusiast, Paengi Chigi might seem deceptively simple at first sight. But after observing Seon-nyeo and In-ho’s missteps in season 2, episode 5 titled “One More Game,” it’s evident that achieving the coveted spin requires more intricacy than meets the eye. Here are some suggestions to master that flawless spin.

  • Tightly Wind the First Three Loops From the Top Axle: One mistake rookies make while playing Paengi Chigi is starting their loops from the base of the top instead of the axle. For example, Seon-nyeo made this error in her first wind-up attempt, causing her binding to fall apart into a mess. The best way to prevent this premature unwinding is by wrapping the axle (the handle) of the top and then tightly wrapping the first three loops around the base.
  • Hold the End of the String Between Your Pinky and Ring Fingers: You’ll need plenty of hand mobility to give your top a substantial spin. Therefore, it is more advantageous to wedge the string in the gap between your pinky and ring fingers. This grip will allow the top to quickly unfurl once you open the palm of your hand. Holding the string with the tips of your index finger and thumb will prevent you from opening your palm, which may obstruct the top.
  • Quickly Snap Your Wrist for a Faster Rotation: Speed is imperative to keeping your top in motion. (Anyone who has played with BeyBlades is familiar with this concept.) Therefore, quickly flick your wrist when unfurling your top and promptly pull back. The movement is similar to the wrist motion one makes when playing with a yo-yo.

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2025-01-29 23:25