Hnefatafl - The Viking GameGift box presentation. Made in the UK. 1 white King. 12 white Defenders. 24 dark Attackers. Linen playing surface. Rules and Historical information leaflet. The Viking Game, also known as Hnefatafl, The King's Table, or simply Tafl, is one of those rare games with two unequal sides. The attacking side is positioned around the border and comprises 24 infantry in four groups of 6. All pieces move like the rook in chess, and pieces are captured by