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The discussion revolves around the resurgence of chess on the forum, with members expressing a mix of nostalgia and self-deprecating humor about their chess skills. One participant laments the previous absence of chess, noting that it has now been moved to a dedicated section under Fun, Photos & Games. Another member shares their struggles with the game, mentioning a poor win record and challenges faced while playing on mobile devices. They recount experiences from a college chess club, where despite improving their rating, they consistently lost to a more skilled opponent. The conversation highlights both the enjoyment of chess and the frustrations of competing against more experienced players.
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Greg Bernhardt said:
what what? :D

I took it to mean he's bad at chess.
 
I was whining about not having chess here anymore. In a self-deprecating way though, so that it wouldn't be taken too seriously.
 
We have chess, Pythagorean. It has recently made a resurgence, with lots of new matches springing up.
 
Pythagorean said:
I was whining about not having chess here anymore. In a self-deprecating way though, so that it wouldn't be taken too seriously.

It got moved to under Fun, Photos & Games:

https://www.physicsforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=198

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omg omg omg
 
Pythagorean said:
omg omg omg

Pythagorean is happy :smile:...or maybe it's just sleep deprivation, from being a new daddy.
 
Well, given the evidence of my observation skills, now no one will probably want to play such an easy opponent.
 
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Pythagorean said:
Well, given the evidence of my observation skills, now no one will probably want to play such an easy opponent.

I've won maybe 3 out of 30 games I've played in my life :(
 
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i challenge you!

:/ I get errors trying to play from my iphone though.
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
I've won maybe 3 our of 30 games I've played in my life :(
I joined a chess club when I went back to college for a semester after getting married. In that semester, I played in a few tournaments and got my rating up over 1450, and was feeling (perhaps) adequate to give my friend's brother a challenge. He crushed me over and over. :-( It didn't matter which offense or defense I threw at him (even odd defenses like the Pirc) - he always had an answer.
 
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