Why do you like chess?




It is fair. Allow me to expound...
1. Both players begin with exactly the same army. They have exactly the same opporunity to win or lose.
2. It has no physical requirements, including age. It is impossible to tell by looking at someone whether they can play chess well. Have you ever had your ass handed to you by a kid 20 years your junior? I have and it's humbling.
3. It has no economic requirements. Rich, poor, or in the middle... it doesn't make any difference. A rich man can lose to a poor man or vice versa. Try competing in drag racing with a small budget and see how far you get.
4. Nothing is left to chance. No dice. No wheel to spin. No cards to shuffle.
And let's face it: it's just a beautifully elegant game. The closest that man has come to perfection is 90 feet between bases and chess.



There is something about chess that is unlike almost all other games; that is, you just can't stop thinking about it. I go to bed many nights and in my head I have a chessboard and an unfinshed game. And sometimes that is just as enjoyable as if I were to fall right to sleep:) I would guess that it is very uncommon for people to become bored with chess, especially if they understand how complex the game really is.
I like ches because it's a great game. It makes you think, and that trains your brain? Also it's a great thing to spend your time with. And I just simply love chess!
Why do you like chess?