Jiaobei: Ask the Divine

About the Game

About Jiaobei:

Jiaobei is a traditional Chinese method of divination, also known as “casting jiao” or “casting beijiao.” It is mainly used to seek guidance from and communicate with deities. It consists of two crescent-shaped wooden or bamboo pieces, each with a flat side (yang) and a rounded side (yin). After they are cast onto the ground, the result is interpreted according to how they land:

One flat side and one rounded side is a “Sacred Cup,” which means the deity permits, agrees, or confirms, or that the situation will proceed smoothly.

Two flat sides is a “Laughing Cup,” which means the question was not asked clearly enough, or the deity is not giving a definite answer. The question should be reorganized and asked again.

Two rounded sides is a “Yin Cup,” which means the deity does not agree, it is not permitted, or the timing is not right.

In some regions, three consecutive Sacred Cups are regarded as a clear sign from the deity.

This desktop software uses a real physics engine to simulate the actual Jiaobei casting process, and the result obtained is the user’s real physical throwing result.

Notes for Casting Jiaobei:

• Do not show disrespect to the deities.

• Ask only one matter at a time.

• When casting Jiaobei, you must stay focused. Do not talk to others, watch TV, or think about unrelated things.

• Do not cast the Jiaobei before you have finished making your request.

• Do not be suspicious, greedy, or fearful.

• Make your question as clear as possible. Yes-or-no questions are best.

• Do not cast repeatedly for the same question, and avoid asking the same thing again and again within a short period of time.

Other Features:

Rich Jiaobei skins

Scalable Jiaobei

History record feature