Tower of Hanoi

🗼 Tower of Hanoi Competition

Event Description

The Tower of Hanoi Competition challenges participants to solve the classic mathematical puzzle using strategy, logic, and flawless planning. Players must move stacked disks from one peg to another following strict rules—testing their patience, focus, and problem-solving skills. With speed and accuracy as the key to success, this event highlights the beauty of mathematical thinking through a timeless brain-teasing challenge.

📝 Mechanics

1. Participants compete individually in solving the Tower of Hanoi puzzle.

2. A standard Tower of Hanoi set will be used, with 5–7 disks depending on the difficulty chosen by organizers.

3. The goal is to move the entire stack of disks from the starting peg to the target peg.

4. Participants must follow these rules:

   • Only one disk may be moved at a time.

   • A larger disk may not be placed on top of a smaller disk.

   • Only the top disk of any stack may be moved.

5. Timing starts once the participant makes their first move.

6. Timing stops when the last disk is placed correctly on the target peg.

7. Participants must complete the puzzle within the given time limit, if applicable (e.g., 3–5 minutes).

8. Any rule violation results in a +5 second time penalty or a reset, depending on facilitator’s discretion.

9. Participants may be given 1–2 attempts, but only the best official time will be recorded.

10. The fastest valid completion time determines the winner.

11. In case of ties, a sudden-death round with a more difficult configuration (e.g., adding an extra disk) will be used.

12. No outside assistance or coaching is allowed during attempts.

13. All players must observe fair play, focus, and proper handling of the puzzle materials.