I'm pretty sure the FIDE organizers prepare the chessboard, since the "responsibility" of bringing a chessboard could be more than that - it could actually involve all sorts of things like fair play, etc.
The "attention to detail", in my opinion, should be made during the game, with all the variations and considerations 
Agree with Cherub. If bringing the board was left up to the players, one could show up with any number of crazy, weirdly themed pieces that look alien to almost anyone else.
I've seen many sets where the king and queen are nearly indistinguishable from one another -- this would be a clear advantage to the owner of said set.
For example, i would not enjoy it (or think it very fair) if i were forced to play on something like this:
(though i do really dig the way the rooks look in this one. and maybe the pawns. but the rest are way too similar to one another.)
I think carlsen would be smart enough to remember which piece is which
Agree with Cherub. If bringing the board was left up to the players, one could show up with any number of crazy, weirdly themed pieces that look alien to almost anyone else.
I've seen many sets where the king and queen are nearly indistinguishable from one another -- this would be a clear advantage to the owner of said set.
For example, i would not enjoy it (or think it very fair) if i were forced to play on something like this:
I think the bishops and knights are in the wrong place lol.
Another great thread Vlad, once again you've challenged the chess.com community to think more deeply about an aspect of the game that might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
Let's just hope the trolls and "comedians" don't derail this - I fear that many will not treat this discussion with the seriousness that it deserves.
Another great thread Vlad, once again you've challenged the chess.com community to think more deeply about an aspect of the game that might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
Let's just hope the trolls and "comedians" don't derail this - I fear that many will not treat this discussion with the seriousness that it deserves.
Of all the things that I attracted me to our wonderful sport, one aspect in particular stands out.
That is the high attention to detail required to be successful at the game. I myself do indeed have an eye for detail. I notice everything from the colour of the chess pieces to the colour of the checkered patterns where the pieces temporarily reside.
Therefore, naturally I ask questions that others might turn a blind eye to. What I want to discuss today is: Who should bring the Chessboard to the World Championship match?
Of course when my acquaintances and I play the game we take turns bringing the Chessboard to the Drinkery where we play. However, a FIDE sanctioned event should surely have more sophisticated rulings on the subject.
Let's first consider if the defending World Champion should bring the chessboard. Indeed, this would seem fair. The World Champion surely deserves to have dominant control over the choosing of the Chessboard. However, one might argue that the World Champion shouldn't have to be encumbered with the responsibility of bringing the Chessboard.
Therefore we have a second option. The Challenger should bring the Chessboard. This scenario might make for a more exciting World Championship match. Here the World Champion would be playing on unfamiliar ground, perhaps making it more difficult for them to defend their title.
Please discuss what the current customs are, and if you think there needs to be changes made to the FIDE process.
Another great thread Vlad, once again you've challenged the chess.com community to think more deeply about an aspect of the game that might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
Let's just hope the trolls and "comedians" don't derail this - I fear that many will not treat this discussion with the seriousness that it deserves.
Thanks for the kind words Matt. I just know there is more to Chess than simple calculations. Psychological factors like this also have a great impact on the sport.
Of all the things that I attracted me to our wonderful sport, one aspect in particular stands out.
That is the high attention to detail required to be successful at the game. I myself do indeed have an eye for detail. I notice everything from the colour of the chess pieces to the colour of the checkered patterns where the pieces temporarily reside.
Therefore, naturally I ask questions that others might turn a blind eye to. What I want to discuss today is: Who should bring the Chessboard to the World Championship match?
Of course when my acquaintances and I play the game we take turns bringing the Chessboard to the Drinkery where we play. However, a FIDE sanctioned event should surely have more sophisticated rulings on the subject.
Let's first consider if the defending World Champion should bring the chessboard. Indeed, this would seem fair. The World Champion surely deserves to have dominant control over the choosing of the Chessboard. However, one might argue that the World Champion shouldn't have to be encumbered with the responsibility of bringing the Chessboard.
Therefore we have a second option. The Challenger should bring the Chessboard. This scenario might make for a more exciting World Championship match. Here the World Champion would be playing on unfamiliar ground, perhaps making it more difficult for them to defend their title.
Please discuss what the current customs are, and if you think there needs to be changes made to the FIDE process.
Where does this incredible eye for detail come from, I would love to know more about that incredible skill of yours.
It's just a well trained eye, that's all.
Thanks for the picture Human-in-Training. It would be interesting to see Magnus play on that board. Cherub, thanks for adding a third option. It's true that we should consider the idea of FIDE bringing the Chessboard to the World Championship match.
Usually this is decided amongst the players and chief TD/organizer/FIDE in the pre tournament negotiations. FIDE has/had a description of the preferred sets to be used in their tournaments in their rulebook. Occasionally a player will make an objection to a set or board at the venue prior to the game(Kramnik comes to mind) because of glare, feel, bad omens, and sometimes to deny their opponent to use a certain set or board(more psychology). The TD usually accommodates the players while being fair. Nowadays, sets that can relay moves through the DGT boards are common.
Usually this is decided amongst the players and chief TD/organizer/FIDE in the pre tournament negotiations. FIDE has/had a description of the preferred sets to be used in their tournaments in their rulebook. Occasionally a player will make an objection to a set or board at the venue prior to the game(Kramnik comes to mind) because of glare, feel, bad omens, and sometimes to deny their opponent to use a certain set or board(more psychology). The TD usually accommodates the players while being fair. Nowadays, sets that can relay moves through the DGT boards are common.
Thank you, this fits in what Cherub was suggesting.
I don't think you should be allowed to bring just anything you want. The Chessboard needs to at least be reasonable.
Most top level games and many tourneys in Europe the boards and pieces are provided by the organizer. In the US, the rulebook specifies what acceptable equipment is and their requirements. An unofficial set may be used if no other gear is around. Don't know about the rules in Canada but they are probably similar.
Of all the things that I attracted me to our wonderful sport, one aspect in particular stands out.
That is the high attention to detail required to be successful at the game. I myself do indeed have an eye for detail. I notice everything from the colour of the chess pieces to the colour of the checkered patterns where the pieces temporarily reside.
Therefore, naturally I ask questions that others might turn a blind eye to. What I want to discuss today is: Who should bring the Chessboard to the World Championship match?
Of course when my acquaintances and I play the game we take turns bringing the Chessboard to the Drinkery where we play. However, a FIDE sanctioned event should surely have more sophisticated rulings on the subject.
Let's first consider if the defending World Champion should bring the chessboard. Indeed, this would seem fair. The World Champion surely deserves to have dominant control over the choosing of the Chessboard. However, one might argue that the World Champion shouldn't have to be encumbered with the responsibility of bringing the Chessboard.
Therefore we have a second option. The Challenger should bring the Chessboard. This scenario might make for a more exciting World Championship match. Here the World Champion would be playing on unfamiliar ground, perhaps making it more difficult for them to defend their title.
Please discuss what the current customs are, and if you think there needs to be changes made to the FIDE process.