I think Live 960 has the same first move requirement as normal Live. I know that people have posted in the feedback forum requests to increase or remove that time in that format.
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A long long time ago, I had an impression that a first move in a live game had to be made within a few seconds or the server aborted the game.
Whether or not I was mistaken, the first move in a 960 game takes considerable thought. (Unless you've memorised your first move for all possible layouts!).
Thus my question: can I take a minute or two (obviously not in blitz!) to decide on a first move in Live 960? If not, I'll leave it be. If I can take my time, I'll plan to drop a note in chat to my opponent that I am present and thinking and may give Live 960 a try.
Thanks.