Domino is a game that requires precise timing to succeed. When a domino is pushed or nudged by another piece, it begins to fall over in a chain of events that may include additional pieces falling, and can eventually lead to the destruction of an entire set. It’s not a simple game to master and takes years of practice. Like other games such as poker or chess, Domino has evolved over time to have different rules and strategies that can be used to win the game.
The name Domino also has many meanings in the English language, including a sense of authority and leadership. In fact, the word “domino” comes from the Latin word for “little tyrant.” Throughout history, the Domino name has been used by businesses, organizations and products that impart a sense of power and control. In the modern era, it is not uncommon for people to use the name Domino as their first name, maintaining the sense of authority and command that this word invokes.
One of the best examples of Domino in action is a business strategy that was developed by Lee Schwab, CEO of Bethlehem Steel. Schwab decided that each day he would pick the most important task, the “main domino.” This was the first task of the day and required his full attention until completion. By doing so, Schwab’s company saw significant growth in five years. He also learned that it was crucial to complete the “main domino” before moving onto other tasks, as doing so would prevent him from getting behind on other projects and losing momentum.
In addition to being a game, the domino is used for a variety of art. This can be anything from straight lines, curved lines, grids that form pictures when they fall, stacked walls and even 3D structures such as towers. Artwork made with the domino is referred to as domino art and can be found in museums, galleries and private collections.
A popular set of dominoes is made from bone, silver lip ocean pearl oyster shell (mother of pearl), ivory or a dark hardwood such as ebony. These sets are typically marked with pips, similar to the dots on a die, that are inlaid or painted. More recently, dominoes have been made from a variety of other natural materials such as stone (e.g. marble or granite); metals (e.g. brass or pewter); ceramic clay; and other polymer materials.
After working as a mercenary, the mutant Domino became a bodyguard for scientist Milo Thurman and was romantically involved with him until a raid by A.I.M. forced him into deeper cover. She later joined X-Force and worked for the Hong Kong branch of X-Corporation, while also aiding the mutant warrior Cable in combatting the technologically enhanced supervillain Copycat. The pair later discovered that the former S.H.I.E.L.D. operative Malcolm Colcord is the depraved director of the clandestine Weapon X program.