Baduk is a traditional board game originating from China over 2,500 years ago. It is played on a grid of 19x19 lines, where two players take turns placing black and white stones. The objective is to control more territory on the board than the opponent by surrounding their stones. The game emphasizes strategy and tactics, with simple rules that lead to complex gameplay. Baduk is known as Go in Japan and Weiqi in China. It has a rich cultural significance and is played competitively worldwide, with professional players and tournaments dedicated to the game.