Which chess piece is most useful in self-defense?

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I believe the bishop may be best, if you get a good grip you can jab someone in the eye with the pointy end. The king might be useful as well.

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AngryFrog wrote:

I believe the bishop may be best, if you get a good grip you can jab someone in the eye with the pointy end. The king might be useful as well.

I would rate the King over the bishop. In most chess sets the tip of the bishop is somewhat rounded, but the cross on the King's crown has some sharp edges.