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Radiovitch

Give me a good reason that classical chess is better than 960.

NativeChessMinerals

A fixed starting position allows deeper study (of both opening and middlegame) so the competition is more layered, and the skill required is broader and deeper. And I don't mean memorizing to move 20, I mean e.g. knowing standard pawn structures or middlegame themes. This also adds to the sporting aspect when a player deviates from the norm with not only moves but with ideas.

My opinion is that  in comparison 960 is not a complete game.

Lancelot325

I guess you want us to say that chess 960 is the übermensch of chess, right ? OK, it might even be true that chess 960 is a superiour breed of chess.

It certainly requires more creativity and immediate understanding, as opposed to the memorised "understanding" of regular chess.