A defense to The BBlackmar -Diemer

Let's make it happen!

Glad to have seen that Yekatrinas twit has been deleted. Anyone who cheats against me, beware.

What she writes to you in the game chat is private, I don't think it's right to share it in the forum unless she agrees.

Just play the Englund Gambit, surprise your opponent

So what happened in math-man's game on Monday??

(I yelled an soundless, "NOOO! Don't do it, Yeka!". He baited you...knowing you'd be offended, and challenge him to a game. It was obvious to everyone, that you had no experience vs the BDG. And we, the silent majority, just knew what would happen. Yes, i was on the verge of pressing the post comment button and thus avoid the result.)

Certainly, there are many self-assured players or "postzers" but one must not be too offended by their opinions. Especially when offering advice or suggesting lines. I believe there are no 'right' or 'wrong' answers. "Trust, but verify".

(Indeed2. I kinda hoped you'd put him in his place, though....if saying so brings some comfort after an unpleasant experience)

Agreed. That's why i mentioned pinning the QN (...Bb4!?) after say, ...e6. The QN is often an decisive piece in an all-out, all-in attack. Following the age-old adage: counter an wing attack in tge centre...