![]() This back and forth action is repeated until one “free” player remains. If a person is caught/tagged, he or she becomes one of the bulldogs. ![]() The aim of the game is to successfully run from one end of the field to the other without being caught or tagged by one of the bulldogs. These are told to stand in the middle of the play area whilst the remaining players stand at one end of the field. One or more individuals (based on the total number of players) are selected to play the “bulldogs” (the equivalent of the one who is “it” in a game of tag). The game is typically played with three or more participants and requires a large, open area free of obstacles. So what exactly might “catch the bulrush” be? While the game itself seems to have been made up specifically for the Redwallverse, it is possible that “catch the bulrush” may be similar in nature to British bulldog(s), a children’s game that can be likened to Bull Rush and Red Rover. The very mention of that incident causes Colin to blush deeply, and he leaves Matthias and Cornflower alone afterwards.Ĭolin’s reaction to his chastisement may be considered indicative of the nature of his game, or at least of the intent behind the instigation of it. This mysterious and flirtatious female is never mentioned by name, but it is said that Colin played a game called “catch the bulrush” with her. Brother Alf reminds Colin that he has been observed going about some possibly suspicious behaviors involving a harvest mouse. He makes a thoughtless remark about Matthias and Cornflower and is swiftly chided by Brother Alf. ![]() The happy pair are observed by none other than Colin Vole, a young and rather immature creature who is in attendance at the feast with his parents. In the fifth chapter of the novel that started it all ( Redwall), Matthias and Cornflower find themselves enjoying each other’s company in the peace and tranquility following the Abbot’s Golden Jubilee feast. Bringing the tastiest tidbits of Redwall lore straight to your dash, it’s Redwall Crumblies! Today’s topic is… Catch the Bulrush! ![]()
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