• @[email protected]
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    1616 hours ago

    We have a local storefront that’s been closed for years but people (maybe the owner or with permission from since it’s so consistent?) set up multiple chess tables in front of it most days and it’s always wholesome to pass people playing on an otherwise rather depressing city street.

    • The Picard ManeuverOP
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      1015 hours ago

      That’s what I love about chess. The barrier for entry is so low that anyone can play it pretty much anywhere.

      You’ll find it in wealthy areas, poor areas, schools, prisons. Kids play it, their parents play it, their grandparents play it, etc.

  • @Lifecoach5000
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    1116 hours ago

    I’m so horrible at OTB. It feels super weird trying to play it when I’m just used to the top down simple view online. I need to make it to the weekly casual chess night over here to get more practice.

    • The Picard ManeuverOP
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      815 hours ago

      I’ve been meaning to do the same, but time keeps getting away from me.

      I want to get past the adjustment period because I feel like I’m playing half-blind.

  • @namelivia
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    312 hours ago

    This is very true, last time I played chess IRL I was struggling with perspective