Atlas Chess Tournament '21 (Final Scores)

[OBD]

My game with muon is now in progress!

(i'm about to get assclapped pray for me)

Yep. I lost. Good game muon.

Honestly not even sure what went wrong but I went from ok to being pinned to all hell so…

[muon2]

My game with muon is now in progress!

(i'm about to get assclapped pray for me)

Thanks to OBD for playing a good game. I was able to box in the queen and OBD resigned shortly after being forced to trade it for a rook and then give up a knight.

[muon2]

My game with muon is now in progress!

(i'm about to get assclapped pray for me)

Yep. I lost. Good game muon.

Honestly not even sure what went wrong but I went from ok to being pinned to all hell so…

I think you needed to get rid of my bishop on the light squares before castling long. That bishop made my rook on the c-file especially powerful by cutting off the king's escape.

[OBD]

My game with muon is now in progress!

(i'm about to get assclapped pray for me)

Yep. I lost. Good game muon.

Honestly not even sure what went wrong but I went from ok to being pinned to all hell so…

I think you needed to get rid of my bishop on the light squares before castling long. That bishop made my rook on the c-file especially powerful by cutting off the king's escape.

Yeah I was trying too hard to unpin my king, solving that problem only to walk into a discovered check. Also had issues dealing with how to get my pawn to e4 - kinda overthought that in retrospect.

[NOVA Green]

ROUND 2! diptheriadian has been left out per his request, and so morgieb will be getting a bye unless someone else jumps in.

White vs. Black
AGA - Scott
bore - NewYorkExpress
Ebowed - minionofmidas
OBD - muon2
oakvale - YPestis25
Old School Republican - HockeyDude
Mimoha - Ishan
TimTurner - Abdullah
morgieb gets a bye

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

[muon2]

ROUND 2! diptheriadian has been left out per his request, and so morgieb will be getting a bye unless someone else jumps in.

White vs. Black
AGA - Scott
bore - NewYorkExpress
Ebowed - minionofmidas
OBD - muon2
oakvale - YPestis25
Old School Republican - HockeyDude
Mimoha - Ishan
TimTurner - Abdullah
morgieb gets a bye

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

Your free account appears to be active as NOVA_GREEN_2008. morgieb was white in round 1 and should play black against a new entry in this round, which would presumably be you. I'll let Scott be the final judge.

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

[NOVA Green]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

[NOVA Green]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

[NOVA Green]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

Stupid question... how to I start the game with morgieb?   (Registered a bit back, but haven't used this venue before)

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

Stupid question... how to I start the game with morgieb?   (Registered a bit back, but haven't used this venue before)

1. Go to his profile
2. Click 'Challenge'
3. Standard game, 3 day time limit, I play as: White

[NOVA Green]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

Stupid question... how to I start the game with morgieb?   (Registered a bit back, but haven't used this venue before)

1. Go to his profile
2. Click 'Challenge'
3. Standard game, 3 day time limit, I play as: White

Think I got it working right based upon your info.

Meanwhile, I DEMAND, DEMAND, I say that my clock be reset to (30) minutes back before I decide my first move within the next 72 hours...

Just kidding.... now about those pesky pawns and how to get them out of the way.... ?   

[NOVA Green]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

Stupid question... how to I start the game with morgieb?   (Registered a bit back, but haven't used this venue before)

1. Go to his profile
2. Click 'Challenge'
3. Standard game, 3 day time limit, I play as: White

Think I got it working right based upon your info.

Meanwhile, I DEMAND, DEMAND, I say that my clock be reset to (30) minutes back before I decide my first move within the next 72 hours...

Just kidding.... now about those pesky pawns and how to get them out of the way.... ?   

So I guess I have to wait until morgieb accepts my offer before making my first move?

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

Stupid question... how to I start the game with morgieb?   (Registered a bit back, but haven't used this venue before)

1. Go to his profile
2. Click 'Challenge'
3. Standard game, 3 day time limit, I play as: White

Think I got it working right based upon your info.

Meanwhile, I DEMAND, DEMAND, I say that my clock be reset to (30) minutes back before I decide my first move within the next 72 hours...

Just kidding.... now about those pesky pawns and how to get them out of the way.... ?   

So I guess I have to wait until morgieb accepts my offer before making my first move?

Yes.

[NOVA Green]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

Stupid question... how to I start the game with morgieb?   (Registered a bit back, but haven't used this venue before)

1. Go to his profile
2. Click 'Challenge'
3. Standard game, 3 day time limit, I play as: White

Think I got it working right based upon your info.

Meanwhile, I DEMAND, DEMAND, I say that my clock be reset to (30) minutes back before I decide my first move within the next 72 hours...

Just kidding.... now about those pesky pawns and how to get them out of the way.... ?   

So I guess I have to wait until morgieb accepts my offer before making my first move?

Yes.

Awesome... that starts the clock then and now only only need to worry about which pawn I will move from either my left or right rook side to the 4th position on the board.

Plenty of time to deliberate and debate my opening move!!!!

[NewYorkExpress]

I just got slaughtered against Bore.

If you have a merciful bone in your body, please don't put up me against Muon next.

[muon2]

I just got slaughtered against Bore.

If you have a merciful bone in your body, please don't put up me against Muon next.

Fear not. In a Swiss tournament I will be playing someone with 2 wins in round 3. You would most likely face someone with 1 win after two rounds.

[NOVA Green]

I'm pretty much deferring judgment for this Swiss-style tournament to muon. NOVA Green can play as black against morgieb.

Interested in taking the open slot if it's still available...

I believe I already have an account, although not sure if I need to pony up a few $$$ for my chess.com account.

You don't need money for a basic account. But as an FYI, lichess allows for unlimited puzzles daily. (I haven't used it enough to see if there's post-game analysis though, which is what I like most about chess.com)

So am I playing Black or White, since Muon2 and you have both posted slightly different things. 

Doesn't really matter a toss to me, although I should warn everyone that I am extremely rusty, despite having been on a top-tier High School Chess Team around (30) years back.

Wasn't worried about the bread so much as the logistics.

Now when does the game commence?

Sorry, I think I misread muon's post. You play as white against morgieb.

The game commences now.

DAMN--- Good thing I happened to be online as opposed to the old "clock things" we used to have to tap every single time we would make our move.

Stupid question... how to I start the game with morgieb?   (Registered a bit back, but haven't used this venue before)

1. Go to his profile
2. Click 'Challenge'
3. Standard game, 3 day time limit, I play as: White

Think I got it working right based upon your info.

Meanwhile, I DEMAND, DEMAND, I say that my clock be reset to (30) minutes back before I decide my first move within the next 72 hours...

Just kidding.... now about those pesky pawns and how to get them out of the way.... ?   

So I guess I have to wait until morgieb accepts my offer before making my first move?

Yes.

Awesome... that starts the clock then and now only only need to worry about which pawn I will move from either my left or right rook side to the 4th position on the board.

Plenty of time to deliberate and debate my opening move!!!!

How do I tell when someone accepts my challenge?

[Oakvale]

Thanks to YPestis for the game! The queen blunder was unfortunate but that aside my opponent played very well and is definitely somewhat underrated. Not a huge amount to say but the game went:

1. e4 d5

There's been a disproportionate Scandinavian theme in this tournament so far!

2. exd5 Qxd5 3. Nc3 Qa5 4. d4 Nf6 5. Nf3 c6 6. Bd2 Bf5 7. Bc4 e6 8. O-O
Bd6 9. a3 Bg4 10. Be2 Qh5 11. h3 Bxf3 12. Bxf3 Qf5 13. g4 Qa5 14. d5 Nxd5 15.
Nxd5

This knight blunder is the issue - it loses a piece or...

...cxd5 16. Bxa5 b6 17. Bb4 Bxb4 18. axb4 O-O 19. c4 Nd7 20. cxd5 exd5 21. Qb3
Nf6 22. g5 Nd7 23. Bxd5 Rad8 24. Rxa7 b5 25. Rd1 h6 26. g6 Nf6 27. Bxf7+ Kh8 28.
Rxd8 Rxd8 29. Qf3 Rd6 30. Ra8+ 1-0

[YPestis25]

Thanks to YPestis for the game! The queen blunder was unfortunate but that aside my opponent played very well and is definitely somewhat underrated. Not a huge amount to say but the game went:

1. e4 d5

There's been a disproportionate Scandinavian theme in this tournament so far!

2. exd5 Qxd5 3. Nc3 Qa5 4. d4 Nf6 5. Nf3 c6 6. Bd2 Bf5 7. Bc4 e6 8. O-O
Bd6 9. a3 Bg4 10. Be2 Qh5 11. h3 Bxf3 12. Bxf3 Qf5 13. g4 Qa5 14. d5 Nxd5 15.
Nxd5

This knight blunder is the issue - it loses a piece or...

...cxd5 16. Bxa5 b6 17. Bb4 Bxb4 18. axb4 O-O 19. c4 Nd7 20. cxd5 exd5 21. Qb3
Nf6 22. g5 Nd7 23. Bxd5 Rad8 24. Rxa7 b5 25. Rd1 h6 26. g6 Nf6 27. Bxf7+ Kh8 28.
Rxd8 Rxd8 29. Qf3 Rd6 30. Ra8+ 1-0

Well played Oakvale! The queen blunder was tough, but I could feel myself getting tied up before that.

Best of luck to whoever plays Oakvale, next! They are a tough opponent.

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

Thanks to YPestis for the game! The queen blunder was unfortunate but that aside my opponent played very well and is definitely somewhat underrated. Not a huge amount to say but the game went:

1. e4 d5

There's been a disproportionate Scandinavian theme in this tournament so far!

2. exd5 Qxd5 3. Nc3 Qa5 4. d4 Nf6 5. Nf3 c6 6. Bd2 Bf5 7. Bc4 e6 8. O-O
Bd6 9. a3 Bg4 10. Be2 Qh5 11. h3 Bxf3 12. Bxf3 Qf5 13. g4 Qa5 14. d5 Nxd5 15.
Nxd5

This knight blunder is the issue - it loses a piece or...

...cxd5 16. Bxa5 b6 17. Bb4 Bxb4 18. axb4 O-O 19. c4 Nd7 20. cxd5 exd5 21. Qb3
Nf6 22. g5 Nd7 23. Bxd5 Rad8 24. Rxa7 b5 25. Rd1 h6 26. g6 Nf6 27. Bxf7+ Kh8 28.
Rxd8 Rxd8 29. Qf3 Rd6 30. Ra8+ 1-0

Well played Oakvale! The queen blunder was tough, but I could feel myself getting tied up before that.

Best of luck to whoever plays Oakvale, next! They are a tough opponent.

I recently barely beat him in a war of attrition. The final rating was 99 for me to 95 for him. He's the most formidable opponent I've ever had and it would not surprise me if it comes down to him against muon again.

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

muon has informed me that Ishan lost to Mimoha on time and suggested that we ask Mimoha if he's taking the win.

[NOVA Green]

Another silly question....

Is there an easy way to view all chess games of all Atlas Registered chess.com members?

Just curious about how badly I will get my bottom paddled against what appears to be an extremely formidable Atlas Tournament Lineup.

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

Another silly question....

Is there an easy way to view all chess games of all Atlas Registered chess.com members?

Just curious about how badly I will get my bottom paddled against what appears to be an extremely formidable Atlas Tournament Lineup.

I think you'd have to manually look at the stats of each player, but you can find current players in the OP and we also have our chess.com club, which you can join.