Claim territory by creating closed loops. You have a safe base and a trail. Move outside your territory, and you leave a colored trail. Complete a loop back to your base, and everything inside becomes yours. But while your trail is exposed, other players can hit it and eliminate you.
The multiplayer aspect creates constant tension. Do you play safe with small expansions, or risk big moves for massive territory gains? Other players are doing the same, so you need to read their movements and exploit openings.
Every move outside your base is a calculated risk. Big loops capture more territory but leave you vulnerable longer. Small loops are safer but slower.
Watch enemy trails. An exposed trail is an easy kill. But chasing kills leaves YOUR trail exposed. The best players balance aggression with caution, taking territory while staying aware of threats.
Don't get greedy. Big loops take time and leave you vulnerable. Capture territory in small, quick loops. Watch other players' trails—you can eliminate them by crossing their exposed trail. Stay near your base when enemies are close.
Control the center if possible. It gives you more expansion options and lets you threaten multiple opponents. But don't overextend—a big territory means nothing if you get eliminated.