noun
handicap of a king and three pawns in hand
A shogi teaching handicap where the stronger player starts with only the king on the board and three pawns in hand. Used when introducing the game to a complete beginner.
初心者に将棋を教えるときは、まず歩三兵から始めることが多い。
When teaching shogi to a beginner, people often start with the 歩三兵 handicap.