Thistle Posted March 13, 2005 #1 Share Posted March 13, 2005 So.... Because I'm nosey, what kind of chess does everyone prefer to play? I prefer live chess myself, not very good at keeping track of a game plan if I have to wait 24 hours for someone to move plus I get bored waiting for a game to finish, I'd much rather just get on with it. Also I thought we could pass on some tips to some of the less experienced players to help them improve their game altho obviously not anything that is going to affect a game in progress lol. my tip for the day - never underestimate your pawns, every one of them is a potential queen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted March 13, 2005 #2 Share Posted March 13, 2005 If its with a chess board, then live, but if its online then might as well have a big long think. Although it is annoying when you've got your opponent beaten yet they cling on to every last move they can make meaning the game goes on another day or two before you finally get the mate. my tip for the day - After the Queen, the rook is the most powerful piece. Its suicide to give it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erikl Posted March 13, 2005 #3 Share Posted March 13, 2005 my tip for the day - After the Queen, the rook is the most powerful piece. Its suicide to give it up. 523779[/snapback] And after those two, the pawn is the most powerful piece . So if you lost both your queen and your rooks, be sure to have pawns lying around to get them into your enemy's base . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunofone Posted March 13, 2005 #4 Share Posted March 13, 2005 (edited) i think every piece is equally valuable-but i tend to favor the knight for its ability to jump-im curious if anyone here enjoys chess "variants" -im a big fan -most are just simple rule variations and other add features like new pieces or cards(like nightmare chess-which uses an 80 card deck of cards that are drawn for each turn and affect rules in different ways)--a good example of a rule variation type would be Hostage Chess -here is an exaple of avariant that adds a new piece Gothic Chess -heres a look at Knightmare Chess and finally just so you will realize the depth of variety in chess "variants" here is a link to the official "variant" page with an uncountable number 0f variations-Chess Variants-some can be played on computers using the program on the variant page called "zillions of games"-some need to be played live--enjoy--im actually putting the finishing touches on my own variant and it rocks but i still need to copyright and patent the rules-its cool though Edited March 13, 2005 by Sunofone Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Lottie Posted March 13, 2005 #5 Share Posted March 13, 2005 My tip of the day...spray some deodrant on palms of hands to stop them sweating when playing Tal or Thistle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurnSide Posted March 13, 2005 #6 Share Posted March 13, 2005 Is there a player out there as bad as me!? I thought i was good until i started playing all you... you Brits and Scots. What you practice everyday!? That's how you guys fight wars isn't it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talon Posted March 14, 2005 #7 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Your not that bad BS Talon's tip of Monday: Keep knights to the centre of the board Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunofone Posted March 14, 2005 #8 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Is there a player out there as bad as me!? I thought i was good until i started playing all you... you Brits and Scots. What you practice everyday!? That's how you guys fight wars isn't it!! 524135[/snapback] are you in the tourny? i am in the same boat as you-i was pretty confident in my abilities but these guys are tough! ill play you if your not in the tourny otherwise well probably play soon-talon is closing in on me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurnSide Posted March 14, 2005 #9 Share Posted March 14, 2005 I am in the torney yes. So far, lost 5 practice games, and one torney game, soon to be two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janiel Posted March 14, 2005 #10 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Is there a player out there as bad as me!? I thought i was good until i started playing all you... you Brits and Scots. What you practice everyday!? That's how you guys fight wars isn't it!! 524135[/snapback] I think I am. Dot beat me, and I think subby's about to beat me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtemperate Posted March 14, 2005 #11 Share Posted March 14, 2005 I take that as a backhanded insult Janiel..... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saru Posted March 14, 2005 #12 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Incidently, Subtemperate and Janiel - there is an opening in the chess tournament for 1 or 2 new players, if either of you want to join in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtemperate Posted March 14, 2005 #13 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Yeah ok....Im not good, but I suppose i should learn...lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seraphina Posted March 14, 2005 #14 Share Posted March 14, 2005 (edited) Talon's been moaning at me to join up...I suppose I might....I'll give it a go if Janiel isn't interested. Edited March 14, 2005 by Seraphina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saru Posted March 14, 2005 #15 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Ok sure Sera, I think I can actually add the three of you if Janiel wants to join aswell, there are two players who haven't played a single game who I'm probably going to remove from the list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seraphina Posted March 14, 2005 #16 Share Posted March 14, 2005 The White Beared Overfiend is wise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtemperate Posted March 14, 2005 #17 Share Posted March 14, 2005 The White Beared Overfiend is wise Santa? BTW my RHP name is subby... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seraphina Posted March 14, 2005 #18 Share Posted March 14, 2005 I wasn't quite so imaginative, and am plain old Seraphina. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saru Posted March 14, 2005 #19 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Ok thats you both added to the scoreboards and to the tournament list, whenever you complete a tournament game against someone, post up the results on the Match Results thread so I can update the scores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebarman Posted March 14, 2005 #20 Share Posted March 14, 2005 As of Wednesday 16th March I will be away until after Easter as I have to work in London till then, if I have any outstanding games I'll make an effort to get back here and finish them <-- see, that's dedication to the cause right there! thebarman's tip of the day: Always assume your opponent knows what you're trying to do, this will help you think about what you're going to do if they actually DO know what you're trying to do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erikl Posted March 14, 2005 #21 Share Posted March 14, 2005 And as of Thursday 17th March I'll be away untill March 24th..... to London . I'll try to finish all my current games though before I'll leave . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurnSide Posted March 14, 2005 #22 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Awesome, so Sera, ready to lose your first torney game against me? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seraphina Posted March 14, 2005 #23 Share Posted March 14, 2005 ...heh... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BurnSide Posted March 14, 2005 #24 Share Posted March 14, 2005 Ahh damnit Subs, i didn't even see my queen there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subtemperate Posted March 14, 2005 #25 Share Posted March 14, 2005 .....Well..how am I suppose to know you didnt know where your piece was...lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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