Have you heard of chain mail? Nowadays, we think of chain mail as a description for mail that is sent from one person to the next. However, in medieval times it was worn to try and save you from the sword of an enemy.
It’s the latter form of chain mail that appears in this slot from Microgaming. It is an early game from them, not just in terms of the theme. However, there are some good elements to be aware of here.
Reels and win lines
The game begins with a familiar format in place. This has five reels in play and 20 lines arranged over them.
What could you bet on Chain Mail?
This could be tried as a penny slot if you like. If you want to bet more, a dollar is the biggest coin on offer. Furthermore, up to five coins can be played on each line.
Are there special icons in play?
Many modern Microgaming slots have multiple pages for the paytable. This isn’t one of them though, instead restricting the simple information to two screens. The logo for the slot is used as the wild here. This doubles the value of your prize if it forms part of a winning line. The only thing it won’t substitute for is the scatter.
Interestingly, mail of a different kind comes into play as the scatter. This is a bag filled with mail of all kinds. You’ll need at least three of these to secure a scatter prize.
Does the game include bonus features?
There is another special symbol in the game that is worth looking for. This is a wooden panel bearing the letter B. B for Bonus, maybe? Yes, indeed – the Castle Bonus.
You’ll need to find this on the first, third, and fifth reels of the game to trigger it. You’ll see the castle with various doors positioned on different levels. The idea is to pick a door on the lower floor and then to progress to different doors on upper levels.
The trick is to avoid Uncle Mordread. He isn’t friendly, and he will kick you back into the base game, ending the bonus. Many doors contain numbers, and those numbers are awarded in credits. Princess Roxy also appears behind one door. If you find her, you will automatically win all the prizes on the level you are on.
