Something Better than Vote Chess

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robotjazz

We all know that vote chess can be a frustrating event and have a strain on the group. This is mostly because of drive-by voters. In my group The 13th Legion (http://www.chess.com/groups/home/the-13th-legion) we have decided to try something unique. Almost like a live chat analysis, but through correspondence games.

Wanted to hear public thoughts on this idea and feedback is greatly appreciated. The idea is to get two high rated players in our group to play an unrated CC match. The comment box below the match would be used for group discussion throughout the game and this is where the learning will start. Then after the match the actual players can read and comment back to the group for another perspective and chance to learn. Finally, the game would get a computer analysis and would be submitted as a forum in our group. The players would be encouraged to wait 234hrs between moves to give everyone a chance to respond to each other. This is a better alternative to vote chess and I believe has the potential to be a very instructive learning tool.

The 13th Legion will be starting this activity soon and any parties interested can always apply to our group to be a part of this. You can also contact me personally

So what does chess.com think?

bischofftep

I for one would enjoy the chance to learn in such a way. Count me in!

mvtjc

It's a good idea, but I think 234 hours is too long!Laughing

robotjazz

True, 234 hrs is way too long Smile spellcheck didn't catch that one for me. I'm glad everyone seems to like the idea. From a logistics point of view I think it is doable, but the two high rated players are key to the success of the project.

Immoney5252

Centurions lead the way....