News from the World of Quaternity
A quick glimpse into the multifaceted global landscape of Quaternity.
Atlanta Quaternity International Hub
The Quaternity Project is taking a defining step from vision to reality with the development of the AtlantaQuaternity International Hub. At its heart is a powerful concept:
When we invest in people and their capabilities, we build infrastructure that lasts.
A lasting network of trained people, shared methods, institutions and relationships strengthens a communityover time.
A Game That's More Than a Game at a School That's Not a School
by Joshua Wachtel
North Star Self-Directed Learning for Teens is not your typical school. In fact, as Director Ken Danford insists to anyone who begs to differ, "It's not a school!!"
North Star's motto is: "Learning is natural. School is optional." Staff operate on the premise that, "We make possible, but we don't 'make sure'." Suffice it to say, North Star kids have a lot of freedom!
Where Chivalry Meets Strategy: Quaternity in Cuiabá
by Wes Jamroz
Located at the geographic center of South America, the Brazilian city of Cuiabá is often described as athreshold city. It stands between savanna and wetland, between old colonial Brazil and the modern world ofagribusiness, between urban life and wilderness, and between intense heat and river culture.
The monument in Cuiabá marking the geographic center of South America
Now, through Quaternity, the city is preparing to cross another meaningful threshold: one between the idealsof medieval chivalry and the demands of a twenty-first-century mind-sport center.
News
from the World of
Quaternity
A quick glimpse into the multifaceted global landscape of Quaternity.
Happy World Quaternity Day!
Quaternity Foundation Established
The Quaternity Foundation is the non-profit arm of the Quaternity Project, dedicated to supporting the game’s educational, cultural, and community development worldwide.
Jorge Mas Sirvent Tops 900 Rating
A key figure in the Quaternity Spain Clubs Association, Jorge is co-author—alongside Jago Ferreira—of the instructional series Quaternity: Our Method, including Book 0: Starting to Play and Book 1: Basic Concepts, available in Spanish, English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Russian. Jorge has secured multiple international live-play titles and finalist positions. He is also an experienced tournament Referee and organiser.
On the online platform, he continues to engage with players of all levels, using each game as an opportunity to uncover new moves, techniques, and strategies.
A consistent presence and creative force in the game’s evolution, Jorge invites all players to take part in matches where, as he puts it, everything is possible.
The International Quaternity Tournament, Arcos – 2026
by Wes Jamroz
The tournament took place in Arcos de la Frontera, a spectacular hilltop town in the province of Cádiz, southern Spain. Arcos is one of the famous Pueblos Blancos – the “White Villages” – known for their bright limewashed houses, winding streets, and postcard-worthy views.
For six days, from August 7 to 12, this beautiful town became the meeting point for Quaternity players from around the world.
Quaternity Foundation Established
The Quaternity Foundation is the non-profit arm of the Quaternity Project, dedicated to supporting the game’s educational, cultural, and community development worldwide.
Happy World Quaternity Day!
Jorge Mas Sirvent Tops 900 Rating
A key figure in the Quaternity Spain Clubs Association, Jorge is co-author—alongside Jago Ferreira—of the instructional series Quaternity: Our Method, including Book 0: Starting to Play and Book 1: Basic Concepts, available in Spanish, English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Russian. Jorge has secured multiple international live-play titles and finalist positions. He is also an experienced tournament Referee and organiser.
On the online platform, he continues to engage with players of all levels, using each game as an opportunity to uncover new moves, techniques, and strategies.
A consistent presence and creative force in the game’s evolution, Jorge invites all players to take part in matches where, as he puts it, everything is possible.
Modernity and Tradition Blending in Bavaria
In a series of joyful games, Quaternity culture blends with Bavarian culture and people.
Our community outreach program is a key aspect in sharing this wonderful game.
Thanks to all the players and an accepting community.
Modernity and Tradition Blending in Bavaria
In a series of joyful games, Quaternity culture blends with Bavarian culture and people.
Our community outreach program is a key aspect in sharing this wonderful game.
Thanks to all the players and an accepting community.
Landmark Academic Study in Ceará, Brazil
QUATERNITY IN EDUCATION: FROM CONCEPT TO CLASSROOM
How a four-player mindsport is reshaping teaching and learning in Brazil and beyond
In classrooms across Ceará, Brazil, something unusual has been taking place. Students in full-time schools are setting aside their phones, gathering in groups of four, and entering a world of shifting alliances, tactical surprises, and moments of deep focus. They’re playing Quaternity, a four-player strategy game that feels at once ancient and futuristic.
Quaternity was created by educator Arif Ali-Shah as a tool for 21st-century thinking—one that challenges players not just to win, but to think differently: in teams, across perspectives, and through uncertainty. First implemented in Ceará as part of a 2024 research study involving 150 students across seven schools, the game is now becoming a structured part of academic life.
And the response? A mix of thrill, challenge, reflection, and joy.
“I never thought I’d have so much fun playing something that requires so much focus,” said P.B. (13). “Quaternity is full of strategy but also has funny moments. It’s been a really fun year of gaming.”
Landmark Academic Study in Ceará, Brazil
QUATERNITY IN EDUCATION: FROM CONCEPT TO CLASSROOM
How a four-player mindsport is reshaping teaching and learning in Brazil and beyond
In classrooms across Ceará, Brazil, something unusual has been taking place. Students in full-time schools are setting aside their phones, gathering in groups of four, and entering a world of shifting alliances, tactical surprises, and moments of deep focus. They’re playing Quaternity, a four-player strategy game that feels at once ancient and futuristic.
Quaternity was created by educator Arif Ali-Shah as a tool for 21st-century thinking—one that challenges players not just to win, but to think differently: in teams, across perspectives, and through uncertainty. First implemented in Ceará as part of a 2024 research study involving 150 students across seven schools, the game is now becoming a structured part of academic life.
And the response? A mix of thrill, challenge, reflection, and joy.
“I never thought I’d have so much fun playing something that requires so much focus,” said P.B. (13). “Quaternity is full of strategy but also has funny moments. It’s been a really fun year of gaming.”
Partnership with NGO Biomes Connections
In Brazil, a collaboration with Biomes Connections links mindsport with biodiversity education and conservation, expanding the game’s cultural reach.
From Emergency Rooms to Outer Space: A Conversation with Dr. Natalie Reynolds Neumann
What do Mongolian horses, emergency medicine, chess-like strategy games, and space radiation have in common?
Dr. Natalie Reynolds Neumann.
In this candid interview, Dr. Neumann shares how her career in emergency medicine and toxicology has grown alongside a life of rich hobbies—from horseback riding to an online strategy community called Quaternity—and how it all might lead to a future beyond Earth.
From Emergency Rooms to Outer Space: A Conversation with Dr. Natalie Reynolds Neumann
What do Mongolian horses, emergency medicine, chess-like strategy games, and space radiation have in common?
Dr. Natalie Reynolds Neumann.
In this candid interview, Dr. Neumann shares how her career in emergency medicine and toxicology has grown alongside a life of rich hobbies—from horseback riding to an online strategy community called Quaternity—and how it all might lead to a future beyond Earth.
Italy: Quaternity Makes the News
An Italian feature article explores Quaternity’s impact and vision, with a deep dive into its culture, team play, and potential as a 21st-century mindsport.
Italia: Quaternity Fa Notizia
Un articolo italiano esplora l'impatto e la visione di Quaternity, approfondendo la sua cultura, il gioco di squadra e il suo potenziale come sport mentale del XXI secolo.
Italy: Quaternity Makes the News
An Italian feature article explores Quaternity’s impact and vision, with a deep dive into its culture, team play, and potential as a 21st-century mindsport.
Italia: Quaternity Fa Notizia
Un articolo italiano esplora l'impatto e la visione di Quaternity, approfondendo la sua cultura, il gioco di squadra e il suo potenziale come sport mentale del XXI secolo.
Coffeehouse Craze:
Qua Sundays Emerge
Across cities, cafés are seeing a new ritual: Sunday brunch and deep Quaternity sessions. Qua is fast becoming a natural part of social culture.
Coffeehouse Craze:
Qua Sundays Emerge
Across cities, cafés are seeing a new ritual: Sunday brunch and deep Quaternity sessions. Qua is fast becoming a natural part of social culture.
The Quaternity Academy Is Now Live
Under the guidance of Shreyas and a dedicated team, the Academy has launched as a global hub for training, development, and certified instruction.
The Quaternity Academy Is Now Live
Under the guidance of Shreyas and a dedicated team, the Academy has launched as a global hub for training, development, and certified instruction.
India: Leadership Training Expands
Quaternity is now being used in leadership programs across India, with insights from Jaya and the QuaMind Sports India team on fostering team thinking and self-awareness.
India: Leadership Training Expands
Quaternity is now being used in leadership programs across India, with insights from Jaya and the QuaMind Sports India team on fostering team thinking and self-awareness.
European Clubs Championship Held in England
The first European Clubs Championship brought together club teams from across the continent in a high-level international tournament hosted in the UK. Renato Tomaselli won the Individual Champion title and the UK team won the Team Champion title.
European Clubs Championship Held in England
The first European Clubs Championship brought together club teams from across the continent in a high-level international tournament hosted in the UK. Renato Tomaselli won the Individual Champion title and the UK team won the Team Champion title.
Quaternity Included in Lunar Cultural Archive
A representation of Quaternity was included aboard a private lunar lander mission as part of a curated archive of human cultural expression — symbolizing the project’s future-facing vision.
Quaternity Included in Lunar Cultural Archive
A representation of Quaternity was included aboard a private lunar lander mission as part of a curated archive of human cultural expression — symbolizing the project’s future-facing vision.
Mongolia Hosts Youth Tournament
A youth tournament in Mongolia brought together students for competitive Quaternity play — showcasing the game’s adaptability and appeal across cultural lines.
Mongolia Hosts Youth Tournament
A youth tournament in Mongolia brought together students for competitive Quaternity play — showcasing the game’s adaptability and appeal across cultural lines.
New Quaternity Books Now Available
A new series of Quaternity books has been released, offering insights into strategy, education, and the philosophy behind the game. These volumes support facilitators, players, and newcomers alike.
New Quaternity Books Now Available
A new series of Quaternity books has been released, offering insights into strategy, education, and the philosophy behind the game. These volumes support facilitators, players, and newcomers alike.
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Quaternity is expanding across Education, Leadership Training, Mindsports, e-sports, Art, Culture, AI innovation and authentic community building - opening new frontiers for creativity, growth and investment.
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If our vision resonates with you…
Contact Us!
Build the future with Quaternity.
Quaternity is expanding across Education, Leadership Training, Mindsports, e-sports, Art, Culture, AI innovation and authentic community building - opening new frontiers for creativity, growth and investment.
Join us in inspiring 21st century minds.