Dad started teaching me to play Chess when I was 5. We would sit at the table while my little brother took his nap and just work on how the pieces moved. I remember playing other boardgames as a kid, but this one sticks out as my first real game.
To me, Chess doesn't really fit as a boardgame. It's a game, you play it on a board, so technically...whatever... It's just never felt like a good classification.
Chess is the ultimate in military strategy training. Plan several moves ahead based on resources, position, and what you know about your opponent. Have backup plans, feints, ambushes, and be willing to make the difficult decision when a piece needs to be sacrificed in order for the rest of the army to advance.
Love it and I would love to play more. If anyone is up for it you can find me on
Chess.com as dennis2130.
