Iraq (also played across Arab world)

Ring in the Hands

Also known as Mheibes, Mihbes

Two teams face off as one team hides a ring among their fists and the opposing captain tries to find it by reading body language.

10+ playersAges 8+In or outCalmSmall space
The rules

How to play

1

Two equal teams sit in rows facing each other.

2

The hiding team's leader walks among his own players holding the ring; players shield him so the other team cannot watch.

3

He secretly places the ring in someone's fist.

4

The leader calls 'Baat!', the other team's leader now studies every face and body and points to who holds the ring.

5

One guess only.

6

If correct, his team wins the round and hides next.

7

If wrong, the hiding team scores a point and hides again.

8

First team to an agreed score wins.

Keep it fair

The guessing leader must say one name clearly and audibly, no changing minds after pointing. The hiding team's captain should announce the ring's location immediately after the guess to keep the game honest.

Good for building
body language readingdeceptionteamworkfocus
What you need
Just: a ring or small coin, any tiny object that fits in a closed fist
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