12BT, also known as 12 Tehni, is an engaging two-player board game reminiscent of chess. In this traditional game, each player commands 12 pawns, referred to as beads, Tehnis, or Gutis. The game's mechanics allow for two types of moves: a player can move their bead to an empty adjacent position if all surrounding spaces are unoccupied, or they can capture an opponent's bead by jumping over it to an empty space. The ultimate goal is to capture all 12 of the opponent's beads, crowning the player who achieves this as the winner.

12BT shares similarities with other classic board games like Draughts or Checkers, which are also known as Dame, Dames, or Damas in different regions. Another comparable game is the Arabic game Quirkat or Al-qirq, also known as Alquerque (القرقات‎). Alquerque, alongside other games like Halma, Chinese Checkers, and Konane, features similar gameplay dynamics. Notably, the board and setup of Alquerque closely resemble those of the Bara Biti game. Understanding Draughts or Checkers can facilitate learning Quirkat or Alquerque, as well as 12BT, despite differences in board setup.

Key Features of 12BT:

• Free 12BT board game, also known as Bead 12, Sholo Guti, or 12 Tehni.
• In-game chat functionality, allowing players to communicate with their opponents during a match.
• The ability to capture multiple opponent beads in a single move.
• An online platform where players can challenge friends on Facebook or other available players.
• Option to add friends for future matches.
• Feature to invite recent opponents to play again.
• Offline mode for solo play.
• Google Sign-in for easy access and account management.
• Enhances brain development and strategic thinking skills.

This game serves as a primary source of entertainment in the rural areas of several Asian countries, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, where it is widely enjoyed and cherished as part of the local culture.