The term “rook” is employed with remarkable versatility throughout literature, serving both as a literal chess piece and as a rich metaphorical device. In many strategic treatises, it appears squarely on the chessboard, embodying tactical maneuvering and sacrifice as in discussions of chess strategy and problem solving ([1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6]). At the same time, vivid narrative works cast the rook in a creative light—as a flapping bird soaring above park trees or a mischievous character in dialogue ([7], [8], [9], [10]), imbuing it with a life that transcends its game-related origins. Other texts even extend its symbolism into proverbial wisdom and playful wordplay, linking its qualities to wit and resourcefulness ([11], [12], [13], [14]). Through these varied uses, the word “rook” enriches both technical discussions and imaginative storytelling, adding layers of meaning that provoke thought and evoke a sense of playful charm ([15], [16]).