Finchley Central

Oct 01, 2008 12:27

Finchley Central is a non-game described by Anatole Beck and David Fowler in Manifold:

Two players alternate naming the stations on the London Underground. The first to say 'Finchley Central' wins. It is clear that the 'best' time to say 'Finchley Central' is exactly before your opponent does. Failing that, it is good that he should be considering it. You could, of course, say 'Finchley Central' on your second turn. In that case, your opponent puffs on his cigarette and says, 'Well, ...' Shame on you.

(via Metamagical Themas)
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