popiou

Poppio is a traditional throwing game originating in the Isles of Veridia, a fictional archipelago. The term poppio comes from the Veridian language, meaning “to circle” or “to whirl.” The game is commonly played at coastal villages, markets, and seasonal festivals, where it functions as a social activity and informal competition.

Equipment consists of small wooden discs, each about 6 centimeters in diameter and weighing around 100 grams, and a vertical target board marked with three concentric rings. The boards are mounted at a standard height, with a throwing line placed at a distance that varies by skill level, typically between 3 and 6 meters. A player or team throws multiple discs per turn, aiming to land within rings, with points assigned by ring value.

Play and scoring are simple. In singles or doubles, players take turns throwing three discs per round across six rounds. Each disc landing wholly within a ring scores the corresponding points: inner ring three points, middle ring two, outer ring one. Discs landing outside the rings score zero. In some variants, discs that touch the edge may be scored according to local rules. In more competitive play, certain formats allow players to knock opponent discs away from the target area to influence scoring, though such rules vary by venue.

Organized play is overseen by the Veridia Sports Council, and there are regional leagues and annual national championships. Poppio has become a staple of cultural festivals and is sometimes depicted in regional media and folklore, reflecting its role as a traditional communal activity with evolving contemporary formats.