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Are you able to play chess?

115 replies

confettipig · 18/02/2023 21:50

I think it’s great to pass the time, we’ve even got a magnetic travel set to take on the plane.

Had some entertaining comments from flight staff about it but was surprised to learn lots of people have never played. I just assumed it was one of those things everyone plays at some point!

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LightSpeeds · 18/02/2023 22:12

Rodneyisaplonker · 18/02/2023 21:54

Yes of course, it’s not exactly complex. It’s like asking if you know how to play snap. Chess is a very common game.

I can play but am not much good as I can't plan ahead more than two moves.

It's a fantastic game and very beautiful with all the different pieces. I love it and recently bought a (cheap) chess set.

MammasKumquat · 18/02/2023 22:12

My 12 yo is teaching me to play at the moment.

PacificallyRequested · 18/02/2023 22:12

My brother and I learned when we were kids. He always beat me. I know how the pieces move but am rubbish at thinking ahead and the strategy element of it. I also used to get very bored waiting for him to make a move!

Undertheoldlindentree · 18/02/2023 22:12

Yes - it was a timetabled lesson at my state school. Pre National Curriculum. I remember we had little note books for jotting down moves. Still pretty rubbish at it, but glad I had the opportunity.

Shodan · 18/02/2023 22:12

Yes I play. Or at least, I can play. I find it a bit tedious though tbh.

Both my sons play and always beat me and have done for years (probably why I find it tedious 😂)

MyOldFriendTime · 18/02/2023 22:13

Rodneyisaplonker · 18/02/2023 21:54

Yes of course, it’s not exactly complex. It’s like asking if you know how to play snap. Chess is a very common game.

It's not complex? I assume you're Magnus Carlsen then, yes? If not I assume you've played against him?

BeBraveAndBeKind · 18/02/2023 22:13

Yes, DH taught me how to play on our second date. He taught the DC during lockdown. I've only beaten him a handful of times in the last 27 years but it always feels like a great victory when I do.

Rodneyisaplonker · 18/02/2023 22:16

MyOldFriendTime · 18/02/2023 22:13

It's not complex? I assume you're Magnus Carlsen then, yes? If not I assume you've played against him?

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lol seriously `? I’m actually so embarrassed for you. Yes. Sweetie. No one can play a simple game of chess unless they can play at master levels.

off you pop now.

CafeCremeMerci · 18/02/2023 22:16

@Rodneyisaplonker

Rodney isn't the only one is he?!

@confettipig

I used to, but unfortunately my Brain Fog means I can't think ahead to the degree required. I loved Rummikub too, but same applies to a certain extent.

I feel very guilty for all the times I couldn't understand why people just couldn't do certain things.

Clevs · 18/02/2023 22:17

I've never played. Wouldn't have a clue how to!

Littlepixie85 · 18/02/2023 22:19

Yes was taught as a child and I still love the game, can't wait to teach my kids when they are old enough!

MyOldFriendTime · 18/02/2023 22:21

Ha ha @Rodneyisaplonker you compared chess to a game of snap and you're embarrassed for me? 😆

MyOldFriendTime · 18/02/2023 22:22

Rodney isn't the only one is he?!

🤣😂😆

QuickFire1WordPoster · 18/02/2023 22:24

Yes

Deadringer · 18/02/2023 22:24

Yes when I was 10 I played against 4 masters simultaneously.
I lost every game.

Mudandpuddle · 18/02/2023 22:27

I play both chess and snap. I win at snap 50% of time and at chess 0% of the time.

Mudandpuddle · 18/02/2023 22:27

I'm trying to convince the snap player in our house to take up chess to increase my chances of winning.

00100001 · 18/02/2023 22:33

Clevs · 18/02/2023 22:17

I've never played. Wouldn't have a clue how to!

It's as easy as snap. Honest.

Kamisaka · 18/02/2023 22:39

Absolutely fucking not. DH taught me years ago and I just had no interest. Forgot everything and would never want to remember tbh. Not for me.

Allmarbleslost · 18/02/2023 22:39

Nope! DH has taught the dc but I can't concentrate on anything I'm not interested in. I'll stick to snap.

Floralnomad · 18/02/2023 22:41

We can all play in our house but we don’t as there are other board games that we prefer.

APlaceOfGreaterSafety · 18/02/2023 22:43

I know the moves but I’m not much good at it.

Drywhitefruitycidergin · 18/02/2023 22:44

Badly but I can play as can my 11 yo & 8 yo.

Kamisaka · 18/02/2023 22:44

Love a game of dobble though

1982mommaof4 · 18/02/2023 22:50

Rodneyisaplonker · 18/02/2023 21:54

Yes of course, it’s not exactly complex. It’s like asking if you know how to play snap. Chess is a very common game.

Wouldn't put it in the same league as snap

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